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Meet the Staff

Hello! My name is Takako. I am the school manager and in charge of school orientation. It is always a pleasure for me to encounter new people. I have always enjoyed studying English and working with children. This led me to obtain a certificate in Early Childhood English Education. I am still constantly searching for new teaching activities and children’s books.
My goal is to help the children develop their personalities, treasure themselves, build confidence and show them that English is fun!
Please come and see Smile Kids, I’m looking forward to meeting everybody.
Hello Everyone. My name is Mark. I’m from England and have been living in Japan for almost 12 years. I absolutely love Japan and enjoy teaching English to Japanese children very much. I feel so happy to join such a wonderful new school with very nice staff and so many lovely children. In my free time I love watching movies, traveling and doing Aikido. I look forward very much to meeting you and having the pleasure of teaching your lovely children. I will always do my best to teach your children excellent English and many other important childhood development skills. Let’s have fun learning English and be happy. Warm regards!
Hi, I’m Nami! I worked at Smile Kids for five years as the Nursery and Kinder class assistant.　I’m back after my maternity leave. I’m very excited to be playing and working with the kids again at Smile Kids!! Let’s have fun together 😉
Hello! My name is Nao. I am the nursery class teacher and Mommy and Me class teacher.
I studied in Boston when I was a college student, and I am the licensed preschool teacher. I have experience working not only as a bilingual teacher at an international preschool. I will take advantage of my experience and keep challenging myself. I’ll be pleased to cheerfully make a good environment for the students to their school life. I hope the children will love Smile Kids and realize English is fun.
Greetings to everyone! My name is Sachiko.
I am half Filipino-half Japanese. I grew up with my Grandparents in the
Philippines. After graduating college at an international school in the
Philippines, I decided to live here in Japan for good. 2 years ago I couldn’t
speak Japanese very well and so I decided to learn Japanese.
Although I am just starting to work here at Smile Kids, I know how the kids
feel when their parents send them to our school, because I was once a child
too. That is why I try my best to make the children feel at home and
try to stand as a good example and be their guardian.
Hello,there! I’m Kumiko. This is my 5th year working at this school. After college, I worked for the Embassy of Japan in the U.S. I hope to help all students to discover the joys of education I enjoy playing with kids, and I am excited to spend time With them, Let’s enjoy learning English!
Hello. My name is Sayuri. I get a lot of energy from the children at ”Smile Kids”every day.☻ I hope to help the children enjoy school life and learning English. I like reading ,traveling, and going to Disneyland.
Hello, My name is Elisa Iwasawa. I am the care assistant. It has only been a year since I came to Japan and I am very happy to have found a school like “Smile Kids International” where their goal is to make children feel like it is their second home by providing a safe and fun learning environment. I am excited to be a part of this new journey where I can learn and watch the children and myself grow.
Hello!
My name is Alani.I am looking forward to working with the kids at Smile Kids, learning, and having fun!!
Hello and Konnichiwa!
My name is Hineira and I am from New Zealand. I studied a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Teaching. I am a qualified school teacher and worked in New Zealand teaching 6, 7 and 8 year olds. This age group is a new but exciting challenge for me and I am lucky enough to be working with different age levels at Smile Kids. Like all the staff at Smile Kids, I too hold a lot of passion for teaching and learning and just love being able to be creative and teach English in a fun and interesting way to get your child motivated. I cannot wait to spend time with your child and learn together!
Hi. My name is Yoko.
I went to University and received a degree as a Nursery and Kindergarten teacher.
After graduation, I worked in a Japanese nursery school for several years and then moved overseas for 2years to work as a nanny.
My hobbies include hiking and running.
At Smile kids, there are a lot of opportunities for the children to increase their curiosity and possibilities not only through English education but also through a variety of different classes.
I will do my best to create a positive and fun learning environment!
I’m looking forward to meeting you all.
Hello, my name is Kyuji Tanaka and I’m the new bus driver. I have experience working as a preschool bus driver. I will remember the bus route correctly. I will try my best to drive safely.
I am the bus attendant, Maki. I have a 23year old son and a 18 year old son. I love cooking! I have been doing my best to cook hearty meals for my growing boys with healthy ingredients. I have been working at Smile Kids since 2006 as a bus attendant. I will continue to take care of the students to the best of my abilities.

Access

Zipcode:277-0832
Shousinn#3 Building 2F 1-6-6 Kitakashiwa Kashiwa-shi Chiba Japan
Tel:04-7162-1960

When you come by train

Please come toward the south exit and pass by “Hidakaya”, and then come straight ahead along the railroad.The road is parallel to the railroad.
Turn left at the third block and the school building is on your left.
Smile Kids International is on the 2nd floor.
It takes about 3 minutes from Kita-Kashiwa Station on foot.

When you come by car

When you come from the direction of Kashiwa on the route 6, you will see the sign “北柏入口”（to Kitakashiwa).
Please get down from the route 6 there, and make a right turn at the first intersection.
And then please make a left turn right after the viaduct of railroad. You can find the big sign on the roof of the small white building ahead.
When you come from the direction of Kita-Kashiwa station, go straight ahead to the first intersection and turn right. Follow that road and turn right just before going under the train tracks.
You will see the Smile Kids International sign on the building in front of you.

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