カール先生（横浜）英語教室S1-Private English Lessonsのマンツーマンレッスン

日本に来たきっかけと、英語先生になったきっかけ

Japan unexpectedly captured my heart, leading me to trade a routine life for one filled with the dynamic energy of teaching English. The transition felt natural, fueled by the contagious excitement of friends already creating magic in their classrooms.

Years later, I've become known as the teacher who transformed English class into a world of adventure. Inspired by those who paved the way before me, I jumped into this journey with a pocket full of stories and a mission to make learning an unforgettable experience.

Today, my classes are where fun and education intertwine, crafting lasting memories. What began as a chance encounter has grown into a chosen path—one filled with laughter, discovery, and endless opportunities to explore the joys of teaching English.

日本は予想外に私の心を捉え、日常的な生活を英語を教えるという活気に満ちた生活に変えることになりました。この変化は自然に感じられ、すでに教室で魔法を生み出していた友人たちの伝染するような興奮に支えられていました。

何年も経った今、私は英語のクラスを冒険の世界に変えた教師として知られるようになりました。私の前を歩んできた人々に触発され、たくさんの物語を胸に抱え、学びを忘れられない体験にするという使命感を持って、この旅に飛び込みました。

今日、私のクラスでは、楽しさと教育が交わり、記憶に残る体験が作られています。偶然の出会いから始まったこの旅は、今では笑いと発見に満ち、英語を教える喜びを探求する無限の機会が詰まった選ばれた道へと成長しました。

英語を勉強する生徒へアドバイス

Aloha! I’m Karl Williams, but you can call me Will. Imagine this: a guy from the sunny shores of Hawaii, now immersed in Japan's rich culture and stunning landscapes for the past two decades. It’s been an incredible journey, filled with adventures and a deep appreciation for the beautiful traditions here.

Teaching is my way of giving back to the wonderful people in Japan who have made me feel so at home. For me, it’s more than just a job; it’s about connecting, sharing stories, and building friendships that bring even more joy into my life.

In my classes, I aim to spark curiosity and happiness. I believe that making mistakes is all part of the learning adventure. So, don’t be afraid to slip up, mix things around, and laugh at the mishaps—that’s how we learn and grow together.

I’m excited to welcome you to my class. We’ll have a great time exploring the English language and sharing plenty of smiles along the way. See you soon!

アロハ！カール・ウィリアムズですが、ウィルと呼んでください。想像してみてください：ハワイの陽気な雰囲気の中から、今では日本の豊かな文化と美しい風景に20年間浸っています。素晴らしい冒険と、日本の美しい伝統への深い理解が詰まった信じられないような旅でした。

教えることは、私を温かく迎えてくれた日本の素晴らしい人々への恩返しです。私にとって、それは単なる仕事以上のものです。人々とつながり、物語を共有し、人生に新たな喜びをもたらしてくれる友情を築くことが大切です。

私のクラスでは、好奇心と楽しさを引き出すことを目指しています。失敗は学びの冒険の一部だと思っています。だから、間違えたり、混乱したり、笑い飛ばしたりすることを恐れないでください。それが一緒に学び、成長する方法です。

私のクラスで皆さんをお迎えできることを楽しみにしています。英語の世界を一緒に探求し、たくさんの笑顔を共有しましょう。では、またお会いしましょう！

レッスン内容（生徒に望む到達点、使用テキスト等）

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学歴・職歴・英語関連資格

S U M M A R Y O F Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S

Experienced English Instructor with more than twenty-years of valuable, hands-on experience educating Japanese students.
Excellent classroom management skills, building and gaining the trust of students.
Strong understanding of Japanese culture, having lived in the country since 1997.
Passionate and energetic teaching style, creating a fun learning environment.
Proven track record of being able to prioritize as well as multi-task effectively.
Solid analytical, time management, attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Photoshop.

P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E

Overall Teaching Experience:
More than fifteen years of teaching English to Japanese Primary School, Junior High School, High School, and University students.
Instructed Business English and conversational English classes at Nova Language School for beginner to advanced level students.
Experienced administering Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC).
Educated middle school students English for the Sagamihara and the Zushi Board of Education.
Prepared and taught English Communication classes at Japan College of Foreign Language and Hosei University.
More than eight years of instructing Japanese Business Professionals in Business English.

Curriculum Development / Lesson Plans:
Prepared lesson plans and instructions, including role-playing activities, and games to increase the students’ likelihood of understanding the origin of words in the English language.
Developed creative instructional materials that increased the student’s motivation to use English.

Oral Presentation and Interpersonal Skills:
Built rapport with students through humor to calm their nerves and make learning fun.
Experienced efficiently working with different personalities and individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures.
Excellent listening skills, isolating problems to implement favorable solutions.

One-on-One Instruction:
Experienced maintaining weekly assessments for measuring students’ progress and setting future goals.
Experienced at assessing students’ strengths, weaknesses and personal learning styles.
Conducted one-on-one instruction and made a concerted effort to get to know each student.

W O R K H I S T O R Y

Ouchi Fun House 2019 - Currently
Hosei University, Tokyo, Japan 2016 - 2019
Nichibei English Service (Part-time Business English), Shibuya, Japan 2013 - 2018
ESL Teacher, Zushi Board of Education – Zushi, Japan 2013 - 2015
Service Member, U.S. Army 2008 - 2013
English Instructor, Japan College of Foreign Language – Ikebukuro, Japan 2005 - 2008
ESL Teacher, Sagamihara Board of Education – Sagamihara, Japan 2003 - 2005,
ESL Teacher, Nova English School – Yokohama, Japan 1996 - 2003

E D U C A T I O N A N D T R A I N I N G

BS, Marketing, Berea College. 1979 -1984
Completed continuing education training courses in Diversity and Communication.
Completed a 60-hour online Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) course.
Completed a 20-hour online Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) course.
Completed U.S. Army Basic and Intermediate Public Affairs Specialist Course (Journalism Course), with more than ten years working as a US Army Public Affairs Non-commissioned Officer.

レッスン希望時間（横浜駅）