課外講座
Extracurricular Course
Dawn
Tess
Lionel
Queen
Michael
Ace
Lhea
Dawn
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Q1. What’s your name?
Dawn
Q2. Where are you from?
Manila, Philippines
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
Manila is the capital of the Philippines, so it’s unsurprisingly lively all-year-round. The city offers a blend of tradition and modernity. You can visit Fort Santiago which is a heritage site and have a glance of the Spanish-era. You can even get on a horse-drawn carriage that will tour you around this historical site.
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I have worked at an Eikaiwa for 3.5 years. I have also taught all levels of Eiken to elementary, junior-high school and high school students. I’m also a corporate trainer and I teach global business skills to businesspeople from different industries.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
Hiking, Traveling
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
Tiramisu, Potatoes, Udon
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
I like how efficient the transportation system is in Japan. I love hiking, so I’m happy that I can easily access the trails using the public transportation.
Q8. Message to the students.
If you want to have a fun conversation in English, please come and visit us at Unitas. We can talk about your hobbies, clubs, subject …. We can talk about anything and jut have fun. See you!
Tess
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Q1. What’s your name?
Tay Hwee Fung
Q2. Where are you from?
Singapore
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
It’s a garden city with lots of greenery. It’s also a food haven. I am proud of our hospitality and diversity. Be sure to visit Gardens By The Bay.
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I taught elementary to high school (both public and international). I also taught non-native speakers in Brazil and Palestine as part of volunteer work during school summer vacations.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
Hiking, Cooking, Traveling, HIIT workouts
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
Mexican and Chinese
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
The beauty of the landscape, safety, and always having somewhere to explore.
Q8. Message to the students.
Take the leap to become international-minded! Learning English is the gateway to endless international opportunities!
Lionel
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Q1. What’s your name?
Lionel Tolden
Q2. Where are you from?
Texas, U.S.A
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
Dallas is the 9th largest city in the U.S. It’s the home of the Dallas Cowboys! One of the most popular NFL teams. There are plenty of great burgers, steak, and Mexican food!
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I’ve taught as an ALT for 5 years in Japanese Elementary school to Junior High school. I’ve assisted all levels of English speakers at an Eeikaiwa for 4 years. I’ve taught English to corporate Employees for 3 years as well as taught TOEIC and Eeiken lessons.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
Watching Sci-fi movies, playing adventure video games, reading and translating Manga into English!
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
Cheese burgers, Yakitori, Steak, Fried Shrimp!
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
Japanese people are so kind and energetic ! The country has so much history and the cities are clean and safe!
Q8. Message to the students.
Let’s have some fun conversations！ Don’t be afraid of making mistakes when speaking English, mistakes are how we learn!
Queen
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Q1. What’s your name?
Queen Kyoizumi
Q2. Where are you from?
Makati, the Philippines
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
My hometown is known for its business districts and shopping centers.
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I’ve taught communication classes in a private junior and senior high school for more than 6 years.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
I enjoy eating out and trying different kinds of food. I enjoy playing games, studying and music.
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
I love Japanese, Cantonese, Vietnamese and Filipino food.
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
I love how Japan makes everyday things delightfully convenient like vending machines on mountains while keeping their traditional roots alive.
Q8. Message to the students.
Learning English can be a bit tricky at first, but don’t worry, each step makes it easier. Let’s have fun with it and learn together.
Michael
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Q1. What’s your name?
Michael Gruendner
Q2. Where are you from?
Murrieta, California, USA
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
I come from a small town. It is always sunny there. It is 40 minutes from Disneyland. They make delicious wine. If you are 21 years old you should visit the wineries.
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I taught in China for 3 years in high school and in an training school. Then I was doing online teaching for a year as I traveled in Europe. When I came to Japan I started in the public junior high schools in Tokyo, then I started at a private elementary school. Now I have started my first year at Teikyo.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
I like reading and drawing pictures. I also love traveling and adventure. I’ve been to 15 countries and I hope to go to many more.
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
My favorite food is Tacos and my favorite Japanese food is Udon.
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
I like how helpful the staff at my local city office are when I need help.
Q8. Message to the students.
Learning any language can seem difficult but try to remember that challenges make us stronger and sometimes they can be fun. It will let you open your life to a whole new world. You can make new friends and experience new things. Let’s try to get better together!
Ace
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Q1. What’s your name?
Abel Amodia (ACE)
Q2. Where are you from?
Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Philippines
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
I enjoy living in my hometown because it provides a modern, well-developed environment that blends industry, tourism, and vibrant local culture, making it a pleasant and desirable place to live. It also offers convenient access to both domestic and international travel, as the city is home to the second-largest airport in the Philippines, serving as a key gateway for travelers. I would recommend enjoying a staycation at one of the beach resorts on Mactan Island. The city is known for its beautiful beaches and is a popular destination for both local and international tourists, offering opportunities for relaxation, water sports, and diving.
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I have gained extensive teaching experience across various educational levels, including both formal education institutions and English conversation schools. My career began at an international preschool in Chiba Prefecture, where I developed a strong foundation in early childhood education.
Subsequently, I served as an instructor and trainer for TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, and Business English courses. I was later honored to be appointed as an English Assistant Professor at a highly regarded university in Tokyo. In addition, I have taught at both elementary and junior high schools in Saitama Prefecture.
My experience also includes working in a specialized care facility, where I supported students dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences such as abuse and bullying.
Currently, I serve as a University Lecturer at Teikyo University. Alongside this role, I also conduct webinar classes for graduate students from prominent universities in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and China.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
In my free time, I enjoy reading books, listening to music, and engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking and camping. I also practice yoga and meditation to maintain balance and well-being. Additionally, I enjoy traveling, playing airsoft, and riding my bicycle during my leisure time.
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
I appreciate a variety of international cuisines, including Filipino (Adobo), Japanese (Sushi), Korean (Samgyeopsal), Chinese (Dumplings), Spanish (Paella), Italian (Lasagna), and French (Coq au Vin). Each dish offers a unique flavor and cultural experience that I truly enjoy.
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
I appreciate the balance between modernization and the preservation of cultural traditions. In addition, I strive to incorporate Japanese life philosophies such as ikigai (a sense of purpose), kaizen (continuous improvement), and omoiyari (empathy and consideration for others) into my daily life.
Q8. Message to the students.
U – Unleash your full potential by always giving your best.
N – Never be afraid to make mistakes—they are part of the learning process.
I – Improve your skills while enjoying the journey.
T – Take the first step toward achieving your goals.
A – Achievements come through perseverance and dedication.
S – Study with UNITAS and begin your success journey with US
Lhea
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Q1. What’s your name?
Ana Lhea Urian
Q2. Where are you from?
Manila, Philippines
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
One of my favorite things in Manila is there are coffee shops in every corner, and some of them are open 24 hours. I`m proud that we are collectively happy and warm people, so if you ever visit Manila, you`ll meet a lot of friendly faces. I highly recommend to visit Intramuros, it`s a historical walled city built by the Spaniards as their seat of government in colonial times. You should also go to the oldest Chinatown in the world, just a few minutes walk from Intramuros.
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I started my teaching career at a Korean Academy in the Philippines in 2014. Then, I moved to Shanghai, China in 2018 and worked as English Instructor until 2020. In the height of the pandemic, I established my freelance career as Communications and Research Consultant advising university students on their research paper. In 2023, I moved to Japan and taught at Toyo University for a year. In 2024, I was working as ALT in Senior High Schools in Saitama.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
In my free time, I love reading novels, watching movies or TV series, taking photographs, painting, or candle making. I live for arts and crafts and just be zen.
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
My favorite food is “pancit.” It`s a local noodle dish in the Philippines. You can eat it anytime, but it`s also a staple food during birthdays because it represents life longevity.
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
I like the fact that Japanese beliefs in the supernatural stems from respect in the environment and the unseen spiritual beings instead of fear. It`s refreshing to find a place where different religious beliefs and practices co-exist peacefully. So, I like participating in many festivals like Tanabata or Bon-Odori. I also visit shrines and temples because they bring me a sense of serenity.
Q8. Message to the students.
I invite you to take part in our extracurricular English conversation classes because it will help you strengthen your communication skills and other areas that you would like to develop overtime. You`ll also have the opportunity to learn different cultural aspects from our diverse pool of instructors. Come visit us and let`s have fun learning English together!
KZ
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Q1. What’s your name?
My name is Kayezier Ortaleza, please call me KZ.
Q2. Where are you from?
Manila, Philippines.
Q3. What’s your hometown like?
Manila is a vibrant and diverse city. the people there are hardworking and always working on reaching their dreams for better opportunities. I’d recommend
Q4. What’s your English teaching experience?
I’ve been teaching English for around 9 years in both online and face to face to all kinds of level.
Q5. Do you have any hobbies?
I like to go snowboarding in winter, I like to read and explore cafes and I also like visiting museums.
Q6. What’s your favorite food?
I really love sinigang, it’s a comfort food in the Philippines and Tonjiru soup in Japan.
But above all, I like sushi.
Q7. What do you like about Japan?
I really like the reliable transportation here. the nature and weather except summer season.
Q8. Message to the students.
Hi, students! Join us here in Unitas Eikaiwa to prepare and help you improve your English skills.