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Mana Shinozaki
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Specialties
KidsTest PreparationExperienced certified Japanese teacher/Profesora de japonés certificada y con experiencia
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Specialties
KidsTest PreparationExperienced certified Japanese teacher/Profesora de japonés certificada y con experiencia
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From JapanLiving in Bogota, Colombia (01:10 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 19, 2020InterestsFoodMedical & HealthcareTravel
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Hi! I'm Mana. I'm from Nagano in Japan, but now I live in Colombia. My students say they love the positive energy I bring to class, and the results I get.
＊BA in Japanese education from TK University in Japan
＊I taught at a tutoring school in Japan for five years
＊Now I teach Japanese at a school in Colombia
Hola! Soy Mana, de Nagano, en Japón (¡aunque ahora vivo en Colombia!) Mis alumnos dicen que les encanta la energía positiva que traigo a la clase y los resultados que obtienen conmigo.
こんにちは！まなです。
長野県出身です。今はコロンビアに住んでいます。
＊大学で日本語教育専攻
＊９年間の教師経験(日本の学習塾５年、日本語学校、オンライン日本語教師4年)
＊英語とスペイン語OKMe as a Teacher
I studied at university to be a professional japanese teacher . I love teaching a lot,and I totally understand your feelings when you learn new languages, because I learn English and Spanish overseas. All my students are happy with me because I’m well prepared for classes and they can feel their japanese is improved !!!Please think of me as I am your new Japanese friend:)
*Basically,there is no refund for same day cancelation. Thank you very much for understanding. My lessons & teaching style
I use textbooks to teach grammar,but sometimes studying language just in a textbook does not help you talk in real life.So, I spend a lot of time with my students to think and practice conversation with me. Because,I studied English and Spanish overseas,and I think it’s very important to think and talk even if it is difficult in the beginning. but I am also totally flexible to the needs of my students as well.
I use "Minnano nihongo",Dekiru nihongo",#Genki","Irodori"to learn grammar. But in every class,I make a presentation for you to practice talking and do extra activity as you need. So, you don't need to bring any text book. Please feel free to take class just with your motivation!!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Flashcards
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Certicate of Japanese teaching - otemae university - 2019This is to certify that the above mentioned has earned more than the 26 credits as required by the standars of japanese Language Education Institutions and has completed the japanese Language Training Program at this institution.
Certificate verified
Japanese language teacher - otemae university - 2019I hold an official certification in Japanese language teaching, having completed a comprehensive program covering linguistics, pedagogy, and practical teaching methodologies. With a strong foundation in Japanese grammar, pronunciation, and cultural instruction, I am qualified to teach learners of various levels, from beginners to advanced. My certification reflects a deep commitment to helping students achieve fluency and a nuanced understanding of the Japanese language.
Certificate verified
japanese language teacher - otemae university - 2019I hold an official certification in Japanese language teaching, having completed a comprehensive program covering linguistics, pedagogy, and practical teaching methodologies. With a strong foundation in Japanese grammar, pronunciation, and cultural instruction, I am qualified to teach learners of various levels, from beginners to advanced. My certification reflects a deep commitment to helping students achieve fluency and a nuanced understanding of the Japanese language.
Certificate verified
Education
2017 - 2019
Bachelor’s - modern society/japanese teachingI studied civil engineer at Shinsyu university (japan) from 2011 to 2015,but I did not graduate. So, this university accept I entry to this university from third grade,and I could finish Bachelor in 2 years.
Work Experience
2011 - 2014
private teacherI teached math to elementary school students,junior high school student and high school student as private teacher. I enjoyed and I learned basic things how to teach and treat students,so It would help to teach inI talki.
2017 - 2019
full time teacherAfter I came back from Australia,I worked at this company ( cram school) as full time worker.They teached how to teach very well,and I had private class and group class as well. Basically,I teached math,but I sometimes teached English as well.I realized that I like teachimg a lot, and I learned ,many things because of this place.
2019 - 2022
Japanese teacherI have been working at this school as Japanese teacher since last year. It was the first time for me teaching Japanese,so they did many hours of training how to teach. Now, I had 6 classes and all my students are very happy with me even I can not talk and explain in Spanish well. This experience will help a lot to teach in Italki.
5.0
Rating
162
Students
3,704
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
111 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Enjoy conversation with Mana/Disfruta conversation con Mana
B2 - C2Conversation402 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 2% off
Japanese for adult(14years old〜)/ Japonés para adultos
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,219 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 2% off
Japanese for child 9 years old~ (ask availability first)
A1 - C2Kids1,499 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 2% off
AP, JLPT Exam preparation (ask availability first!!)
B1 - C2Test Preparation84 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 2% off
Group lesson with two adults students (Ask availability first)
A1 - C2Language Essentials22 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 2% off
Availability
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My creations
Quiz (7)
190 Reviews
Gina
126 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mana sensei is the best language teacher I ever had. I cannot recommend her enough. Learning Japanese is not easy, so you want someone as patient and supportive as Mana sensei in your corner! 🙏
Sep 5, 2024
Alex
189 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mana sensei is very patient and good with kids. Her lessons are fun and make it engaging for her students. She also provides the materials after class for students to review. She gives good tips and recommendations for her students and is also very flexible to accommodate my child’s schedule. My son has been a student of Mana sensei for 9 months already and will continue our lessons with her. I highly recommend Mana sensei.
Jun 14, 2022
vicente rehbein
3 Japanese lessons
Mana was very nice an approachable and she gave me a good overview of how we can continue forward based on my objectives
Feb 12, 2026
Jian
91 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mana-sensei is always such a pleasure to work with. By now she knows me well and is able to encourage and challenge my Japanese learning so that I continue to grow. She always helps me find a good way to remember grammar. I always look forward to the next lesson!
Apr 12, 2024
Ellina
24 Japanese lessons
Mana sensei is a great teacher and I am happy that I can learn Japanese once more from the beginning (I've once learned Japanese during my studies until A1) in a way that I can reactivate my knowledge step by step. Mana sensei is always patient and encouraging, working with me through difficult parts and explaining the grammar and vocabulary very well. What started as a preparation for my Japan trip, is now continuing as my favourite hobby - learning a new language. I am looking forward to more lessons and am thankful for this opportunity! ありがとうございます! たのしんでいます .
Mar 9, 2026
Mandy Schymizcek
3 Japanese lessons
Great conversational lessons with materials, very patient, thoughtful, and fun.
I highly recommend her lessons!!!
Jan 26, 2026
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