Michiko User
@michikouser
Bilingual Japanese-English language instructor, coach, and AI trainer focused on learner-centered outcomes.
What I'm looking for
I am a bilingual Japanese-English language instructor, coach, and AI trainer with extensive experience in education, curriculum development, and hands-on training. I combine practical classroom teaching with AI training work to improve learning outcomes and model performance.
I have designed and revised lesson plans and course content to create student-centered learning experiences that minimize gaps and maximize engagement. My background in psychology informs my approach to learner motivation and behavior, including applied research on color psychology in educational settings.
In AI training roles, I collaborate with cross-functional teams on data annotation, model training, and quality assurance, using bilingual skills to localize and optimize models for Japanese audiences. I actively contribute to workflow improvements and strategic planning to achieve project goals.
I bring strengths in curriculum and training-material development, facilitation, data analysis and evaluation, and multicultural adaptability. I am committed to lifelong learning and to applying creative, evidence-based methods to support learners and AI systems alike.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Japanese AI Trainer
Remotasks / Outlier
Feb 2024 - Mar 2025 (1 year 1 month)
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance AI systems through data annotation and model training, conducted QA reviews to ensure high dataset accuracy, and localized models for Japanese audiences.
Language Instructor
ECC Tokyo
Mar 2020 - Mar 2025 (5 years)
Taught English to students, evaluated and revised lesson plans to deliver student-centered learning, and used varied teaching aids to reduce learning gaps and increase engagement.
Language Coach
Info Factory Tokyo
Apr 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 8 months)
Planned and delivered targeted lessons, identified and remedied skill gaps through hands-on practice and simulations, and led strategic discussions on training and coaching plans.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Waseda University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
1995 - 1999
Bachelor of Science in Psychology with research focused on the psychological impact of color on human behavior and motivation and its application in educational environments.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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