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2 May 2024
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Description
my name is Tonny, I have 2 kids, 8yrs and 5yrs. Both of them were born in Japan. Me and my wife were both born in China.
We want to provide a language practice environment for our kids in a more casual way, just talking to them, play with them, read books to them, instead of aiming for some test score.
My wife and I believe that language is much more of a tool, the more you use it, the better you can master it.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live in the middle of Tokyo, about 1 mile away from Shinjuku Station which is the most visited station in the world every day. Extremely convenient access to any kind of power culture spot in Tokyo.
We're immigrants from China and had been living in Tokyo for nearly 20 years, so we can provide cultural insights into both China and Japan.
Projects involving children
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Help
For our 8yrs old boy and 5yrs old boy, language practicing in English, story reading in English, game playing in English, and outdoor playing in English.
On working days, before 2 pm~3 pm, kids are in kindergarten and elementary school, only need to take care of them after 3 pm. Play with them in parks around the home, read books at home or in the library, or anywhere.
On the weekend, usually, we will go outdoors like hiking, theme park, camping, museum, etc. You are very welcome to join us and play with us together.
We prefer a native English speaker who also can speak little Japanese or Chinese, at least who is willing to learn some Japanese or Chinese to help the communication.
Since our two boys are not very good at English now and they need some time to build trust with the workawayer. We expect the workawayer will stay at least for one month. Anyone who can stay longer will be prioritized from the candidates. At the same time, anyone who had experience with teaching non-English speaking young kids will be prioritized.
Our two boys are learning piano, drum, swimming, painting, and soccer ball now, so guests with experience in babysitting, playing musical instruments, and being good at sports will be prioritized.
My wife and I have full-time jobs, so guests who can help with cooking(not need to be everyday) and do some light housework such as cleaning the house will be very thankful.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Japanese: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I'm native in Chinese and Japanese, can speak fluent English, I can help with your Chinese and Japanese language skill.
Accommodation
Basically, we will offer breakfast and dinner meals on weekdays only.
We will let the guest know in advance if we can offer meals on weekends.
We provide free high speed Wi-Fi.
The guest will have an exclusive room with a bed, chair, desk, and the necessary furniture which is around 150 sq ft(= 12 square meter).
The guest will have shared access to the toilet, shower room, tea room, and refrigerator.
What else ...
Basically, on weekdays, from 9 am to 3 pm, the traveller is free to do any personal plan.
After 3 pm, the traveller needs to spend time with the kids or help cook and have dinner with us and help clean the kitchen till around 8~9 pm.
For the weekend, the traveller is welcome to join our family activities, all the expenses will be covered. But the traveller is also free to have any personal plans.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Free 1Gbps high speed WiFi. Comfortable working desk and chair
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 3-4 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (1)
It's our kids first time had day to day interaction with foreigner and native English speaker. We thought their weak English might cause some troubles to Byron and Monica but it turned out they're doing great with our kids. Younger one… read more
During my stay, I witnessed the everyday moments that make up family life, from the mom's tender interactions with the boys to the boys' squabbles over… read more
Feedback
It's our kids first time had day to day interaction with foreigner and native English speaker. We thought their weak English might cause some troubles to Byron and Monica but it turned out they're doing great with our kids. Younger one… read more
During my stay, I witnessed the everyday moments that make up family life, from the mom's tender interactions with the boys to the boys' squabbles over… read more
