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Nadin Katayama

@nadinkatayama

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Dedicated nursery teacher with expertise in child-led learning.

Japan

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values creativity and collaboration in education, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

As a passionate nursery teacher currently working at Tokyo Children’s Garden, I specialize in fostering creativity and collaboration among children aged 2-5 years. My approach is heavily inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, where I design and implement child-led, project-based learning activities that cater to the interests of my students. I believe in creating dynamic learning environments that encourage exploration and self-expression through the use of open-ended materials and natural resources.

Previously, I served as an Assessment Assistant at the University of Essex, where I honed my organizational and communication skills by supervising teams and managing event preparations. My experience includes maintaining the University Archive System and facilitating effective communication across various departments. I take pride in my ability to work under pressure, balancing multiple priorities while ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Nursery Teacher

Current

Tokyo Children's Garden

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Facilitated a Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, fostering creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in children aged 2-5 years old. Designed and implemented child-led, project-based learning activities, tailoring to sensory group interests.

Reggio Emilia Child Led Learning Curriculum Development Early Childhood Education Conflict Resolution Documentation Arts Integration

Assessment Assistant

University of Essex

Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)

Supervised a team of up to 4 individuals, delegated tasks, and effectively solved issues during university event preparations. Managed Box folder access, communicated with departments on tight deadlines, and set up and updated spreadsheets.

Team Leadership Event Planning Data Analysis Communication Microsoft Excel Trello Box Outlook

Graduation and Awards Assistant

University of Essex

Dec 2021 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Supervised a team of up to 10 individuals, delegated tasks, and increased work efficiency by 5% during graduation preparations. Maintained multiple inboxes, produced legal university documentation, and organized weekly certificate printing.

Team Supervision Document Management Data Entry Customer Service Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Qualtrics

Assistant Teacher

Kindergarten

Oct 2017 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Assisted the Head-teacher with creative and interactive tasks for children aged 2-4 years old. Developed creative and artistic teaching abilities through incorporating visualization, cooperative learning, and student-centered inquiry.

Early Childhood Education Creativity In Teaching Classroom Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Saint Maur International School

International Baccalaureate, Liberal Arts

Completed the International Baccalaureate program at Saint Maur International School. This rigorous program prepared me for higher education through a comprehensive curriculum.

University of Essex

Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Arts

Grade: 2.1

Activities and societies: Courses: Social Media, Entrepreneurship, Film Production, Film Editing, Business Management

Studied Liberal Arts with a focus on Social Media, Entrepreneurship, Film Production, Film Editing, and Business Management. Achieved a 2.1 mark, demonstrating strong academic performance and a diverse skill set.