Rudy-sensei possesses extensive experience in educating students of diverse ages and abilities. Over the course of twenty-five years, he dedicated his career to teaching English in Japan.

In 2008, he founded Polku International School to implement his educational philosophies. His passions revolve around teaching, interacting with individuals, and entertaining them, particularly those seeking to acquire English proficiency and gain insights into foreign cultures. He derives great satisfaction from both challenging and being challenged by his students. In his leisure time, he exhibits a keen interest in Japan and its distinctive culture, with the aspiration of instilling in his students the same sense of joy, curiosity, and excitement that he experiences for Japan. Additionally, he enjoys a diverse range of musical genres.

Originally born in Jakarta, Rudy-sensei resided and pursued his education in Melbourne, Australia, for several years. Subsequently, he relocated to Kyoto and Tokyo, where he honed his expertise as an educator. Ultimately, he established Polku International School, with the aspiration to leverage his experiences to create an optimal learning environment that fosters lifelong development, particularly for students within the preschool to kindergarten age.
 

Education Background: Human Resource Management 

Postgraduate Degree in Business Management, Central Queensland University, Australia

Undergraduate of Business Advertising, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), Australia

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はじめましてポルクの校長のルディです！プリスクール、幼稚園、保育園でずっと経験を積んできました。教えることはもちろんですが、とくにみなさんに楽しんでもらうこと自体が大好きです。日本でも英語のスキルはこれからの子供達にとって、なくなてはならないものですね。スクール内では多文化教育のなか、子供達の能力を開花させるため徹底して英語で過ごします。そしてオリジナルのカリキュラムを通し、各国の文化、アート、音楽、英語力、運動、コミニュケーション能力など幅広い分野を経験、学習していきます。保護者の皆様との連携をとって楽しいスクールをつくっていきたいと考えています。

Education : Master Degree <大学院卒>
Post Graduate of Business Management
Central Queensland University, Australia
Undergraduate of Business Advertising
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT), Australia

Mihoyo-sensei, the general manager, has dedicated over twenty years of her career to the education industry, primarily in an international school setting. Her extensive experience in Australia, where she honed her hospitality management skills, has instilled in her a deep passion for English teaching. As the school manager, Mihoyo-sensei oversees all aspects of the school’s operations. She actively participates in teaching sessions, providing guidance and support to students to ensure their academic success. Her commitment to fostering a nurturing learning environment has earned her the trust and respect of her students and colleagues alike.
 

Education Background: Hospitality Management

Certificate of Hospitality Management, Australia.

Hawthorn Language College, Australia / English Preparation for College / Australian

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 みなさん、こんにちは。統括マネージャの芹川です。私はオーストラリアに約２年間の留学経験と、インドネシアに半年ほど住んでいた経験があります。言葉だけでなく、日本と海外の文化の違いを、身を以て感じ、そしてたくさんのことを学んで帰ってきました。ポルクインターナショナルスクールの子供たちや、保護者の皆様にも日本と海外の良いところや違いをたくさんお伝えできればと思っております。また、保護者の方のお問い合わせやご相談の応対をさせていただくだけではなく子供たちが安全で楽しく過ごせるよう、クラスのお手伝いもさせていただきます。子供たちと一緒にダンスや、遊ぶのが大好きな子育て奮闘中の二児の母親です。どうぞ皆さんお気軽に声をかけてくださいね。

Qualification : Certificate of Hospitality Management
    Education : Hawthorn Language College, Australia / English Preparation for College / Australian Hospitality College, Melbourne Australia

Meet Jeth-sensei, a Filipino-born and raised in Maui, Hawaii. His unique cultural background has given him a super strong sense of self-assurance and a talent for working with people from all walks of life. Even though he has a degree in Biology, Jeth decided to become an English teacher in Japan because that’s what he really loves. With years of experience working in international schools in Japan, Jeth has become an expert at helping people from different cultures understand each other and communicate effectively.

Education background: 

Bachelor of Science Major in Biology

CPR/AED

 
Jeth　先生は、経験豊富な、ネイティブティーチャーです。
彼は、フィリピンのマニラで生まれ、ハワイのマウイで育ちました。父方がフィリピン人、母方が中国系とスペイン系の血を引き継いでいます。多文化な環境に育った経験を活かし、様々な人種国籍の人と自信を持って関わることができます。医学部を卒業するという異例な学歴を持っていますが、 日本で英語を教えるという先生に人生のやりがいを感じています。これまでも他のインターナショナルスクールでの経験も活かし、このポルクで一緒に英語を学んでみてください。

Joy-sensei is an optimistic individual who derives pleasure from appreciating the joy in everyday occurrences. She holds the belief that nurturing a love for learning in young learners can establish a nurturing environment conducive to exploration, play, and natural learning.

During her leisure time, she engages in activities with her children, including walks and exploring novel outdoor pursuits. She also enjoys cooking and baking with them, as this provides an opportunity for children to learn about healthy eating habits. Additionally, she finds fulfilment in DIY projects, as they allow her to enhance her creativity and apply her knowledge to her teaching endeavours.

She eagerly anticipates the opportunity to spend time with her students and encourage them to embrace their time at POLKU. 

Education Background: Education

B.S. Computer Engineering

M.A. Education

Ida先生はフィリピン生まれで起業するためシンガポールで12年前に移住しましたが、日本の文化が大好きで2017年に来日しました。その後、幼稚園や保育園での英語を教える機会に出会い、二人の自身の子どもも含めて自宅で英語を教える楽しみを見つけました。現在は、POLKUのメンバーとして英語に親しんでもらえるこどもたちと出会えることが楽しみです。

As a bilingual educator, Hiroko-sensei collaborates with all classes, with a specific focus on our kindergarten programs. She resided in Australia and the Philippines for a year, during which she pursued English studies and obtained a TESL certification. During her tenure in Australia, she engaged in both childcare centre work and babysitting, which honed the skills she employs at Polku. Hiroko-sensei’s expertise extends to both younger and older children. Her interests encompass children, music, cinema, and travel. Her aspiration is to embark on a global journey, fostering connections with individuals from diverse nationalities.
 

Education Background: Early Childhood Education

College Certificate, TESL.

 
 Hiroko先生は、キンダー、プリスクール、アフターキンダークラスの担任の経験を持つベテラン先生です。
  現在は、お子さん３人目の出産休暇中です！
彼女は、オーストラリアとフィリピンでの留学経験を積んだのち、オーストラリアでチャイルドケアセンターで様々な国籍の子供達を見てきました。また、一般家庭でのベビーシッターもしていました。
海外で学んできたことをポルクで発揮したい、という意欲に燃えています。
彼女の情熱は、子供達と関わり、音楽・映画・旅行をすることです。そんな彼女自身の夢は大きく、“世界一周！“。　今後も沢山の人達と出会い、自分の知らない世界・文化に触れ続けて行く先生です。

Mariko-sensei, the early morning shift officer, relocated to Toronto, Canada, with her father when she was ten years old. This experience shaped her aspirations as a child to bridge cultural gaps, leading her to major in English during her college years.

Mariko-sensei has honed her skills as an in-house interpreter for various companies. Her passion for interacting with children is evident in her two wonderful sons. Residing in proximity to the school, she brings a delightful and nurturing presence to the educational environment. 

Education Background: English

Bachelor of Arts Degree in English

Mariko先生は、朝のスタッフとして勤務をしています。 彼女は、５歳から１０歳の幼い頃を父親の赴任先のカナダ/トロントで過ごしました。子どもの頃から日本と他文化の架け橋となりたいという思いから、大学では英米語を専攻し、また社内通訳として、いくつかの企業に勤めてきました。子どもと遊ぶことが大好きで、彼女自身にも２人の息子さんがいます。ポルクの近くに住んでいますので、見かけたらぜひお気軽にお声がけください。

彼女は幼い頃から英語を学ぶことに興味があり、オーストラリアの大学で2年間勉強しました。 ポルクに入社する前は、小学生の助教としての経験があります。 ポルクでは、午後のクラスを含むさまざまなクラスを教え、サポートしています。 彼女は子供達と遊びを楽しめ、教える時間も楽しんでいます。 彼女の好きな趣味は、旅行とハイキングです。

Since her early years, she has been passionate about learning English. She pursued her studies at an Australian college for two years. Prior to joining our organisation, she had gained experience as an assistant teacher for elementary school students. At Polku, she currently teaches and supports a diverse range of classes, including kindergarten in the morning and afternoon classes. She derives great enjoyment from her teaching responsibilities, as she is adept at fostering a positive learning environment for her students. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new destinations through travel and hiking.
 

Educational Background: International Relations

Diploma of International Leadership, Sydney, Australia.

Oto-sensei, a former student at Polku, fondly recalls the enriching opportunities provided by her teachers to immerse herself in English and diverse cultures through engaging activities. Her English education commenced during her elementary school years and continued through her junior high school graduation. Subsequently, she embarked on a three-year study program in Australia, where she cultivated invaluable experiences through interactions with local students, host families, and fellow international students from various countries. These experiences instilled in her a profound appreciation for the significance of not only English proficiency and cultural knowledge but also diverse perspectives and knowledge systems. Upon completing her high school education in Australia, she dedicated another year to pursuing a degree in Linguistics and Translation at a university in Sydney. Currently, she eagerly anticipates her return to Polku, where she is committed to sharing her enriching experiences and inspiring her students to embrace the joy of learning English and cultures, just as she did during her time at Polku. 
 

Educational Background: English Linguistics

Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation and Translation (in progress) 

Whites Hill State Collage

Oto先生は、実はPOLKUの生徒でした。小学校、中学校時代をPOLKUで過ごし、高校３年間はオーストラリアの学校に海外留学として進学しました。海外では英語だけでなく異文化に触れ、多角的なものの見方ができる学ぶ力を身につ多くの貴重な経験を積みました。高校卒業後は、シドニーの大学で言語学、翻訳の勉強をしてきました。これからは、POLKUの子どもたちに英語や異文化に触れる楽しさを伝えられることを楽しみにしています。

Sayumi-sensei has a strong interest in acquiring English proficiency and has always been eager to develop her natural English skills since her youth. She holds a degree in business and has chosen to pursue her passion for English learning. Despite her busy work schedule, she makes an effort to practice English with her six- and three-year-old sons, who attend an international preschool near their residence daily. After twelve years of experience in the life insurance industry, Sayumi-sensei decided to join POLKU, where she aims to enhance her English proficiency while supervising young learners.   

 

Educational Background: Business Administration

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration.  

サユミ先生は、小さい頃から英語に興味があり、その思いをずっと持ち続けていました。大学ではビジネスを専攻していましたが、卒後業後も仕事をしながら、自分自身はもちろん5歳と２歳の息子たちもインターナショナルプリスクールに通わせるなど、英語を学ぶ情熱は消えず勉強を続けてきました。この度、12年間勤めた会社を辞め自身の英語力向上と子どもたちへ英語の楽しさを教えるためPOLKUのスタッフとなりました。

Driven by her lifelong passion for learning English, Reiko-sensei pursued her studies in Australia and the United States during her teenage years. Upon graduating from university with a degree in English Language, she chose to reside in Australia for approximately a year, where she gained valuable experience living in an English-speaking country.

Reiko-sensei has dedicated over six years to teaching English to children at an English school in Japan. She finds great fulfillment in spending time with young learners and fostering their language development.

 

Educational Background: Bachelor of Arts in English Language

レイコ先生
レイコ先生は、時間があるときは音楽、特にK-popを聴くのが好きな元気なお母さんです。他にも読書、アート、手芸、料理も好きです。時間があれば息子と犬と運動したりして楽しんでいます。10代の頃にアメリカやオーストラリアで行った経験もあり子どもの頃から英語にすごく興味がありました。大学では英語を専攻し卒業後、オーストラリアに滞在し有意義な経験と共に英語を学びました。帰国後、日本の学校で６年以上子どもたちに英語を教えてきた経験があります。