私たちについて

I’m Chris from Springs, Gauteng, South Africa!

After graduating from university, I emigrated to China, where I began my teaching career. I taught students from kindergarten through junior high school for approximately five years before moving to Japan and joining an international school, where I gained experience and eventually became the director of that school for approximately thirteen years. After that, I joined HYÜGEL AFTER SCHOOL.

I am also a musician and enjoy playing the guitar, drums, and piano, as well as producing my own music. In my free time, I enjoy BBQ, fishing, camping, and cooking.

I have over 15 years of experience teaching a wide range of age groups and subjects. I am especially good at making children laugh, and I strongly believe that when students have fun with their teacher, they learn more effectively. For this reason, I always strive to make my lessons engaging, enjoyable, and meaningful.

I look forward to building strong relationships with the students at HYÜGEL and hope to have a positive impact on the children, their families, and the HYÜGEL community as a whole!

Toro Genesis  
トロ・ヘネシス
Please call me：ヘネシス先生
出身：チリ
役職：英語講師・補助員
趣味：料理・裁縫

I’m teacher Genesis, a new member of staff at Hyügel.
I have a wide range of experience from kindergarten and elementary school, and I am able to meet the children’s needs flexibly. Furthermore, in addition to my knowledge in the educational field, I am also aiming to create fun lessons that appeal to children’s curiosity.

My hobbies are crocheting, and I can create cute dolls. I am also good at cooking. I want to enjoy creating and cooking things with children. I want to become someone children find approachable and reliable. I am looking forward to meeting you all from May!

Liam Callaghan  
リアム・キャラハン
Please call me：リアム先生
出身：アイルランド
役職：英語講師・補助員
趣味：少林寺拳法

Hi, I’m Liam! I am passionate about working with children and helping them grow into confident, capable individuals. For the past 10 years, I have been training Shorinji Kempo, a Japanese martial art that emphasises discipline, respect, and teamwork.
During this time, I have had the privilege of teaching children, introducing them not only to the techniques of the art but also to the values it instills, such as perseverance, empathy, and self-confidence.

Working with children in this capacity has taught me that every child has their own unique potential, and as educators, my role is to help them discover and develop it. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a child overcome challenges, gain confidence, and achieve something they didn’t think was possible.

I believe that creating a positive, supportive environment is key to fostering growth and learning. I am excited to bring this philosophy to my work with children!

MICHAEL-JOHN DI ROCCO
マイケル・ジョン・ディ・ロッコ
Please call me：M.J.（エムジェー）先生
出身：カナダ
役職：英語講師・補助員
趣味：読書・ジャズ・サイクリング・映画鑑賞・阪神ファン！

I’m M.J. from Canada! I was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, and later lived in Toronto for many years.I have a strong interest in cultures from around the world, which has led me to learn and speak five languages.

I’ve lived in Japan for nearly 15 years, and during that time I’ve taught learners of all ages and levels, from kindergarten to university. I’ve also had the unique experience of teaching pilots of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.

In my free time, I enjoy writing and have published five books. I also love reading, listening to jazz, cycling, and watching movies—and I’m a big fan of the Hanshin Tigers!

Thanks to my background and experience, I enjoy getting to know learners of any age or level and adjusting my teaching style to fit each person.

I’m looking forward to having fun together, trying new things, and learning through experience!

千原 蘭  Ran Chihara
Please call me：らん先生
役職：放課後児童支援員

ヒューゲルでは、主に子どもたちの生活面のケアを担当しています。学生時代は発達心理学を専攻し、前職では幼稚園での英語教育に携わってきました。

子どもたちには「自分で選択する力」を身につけてほしい。そう願い、どんな行動をしてどんな言葉を使うか、日常で生まれるそんな小さな選択を私も一緒に考えています。誰かに優しくできたこと、温かい言葉を使えた経験が自信となり、自分自身も大切にする力につながっていく――そんな想いを、子どもたちは真っ直ぐに受け止めてくれます。

その土台となっているのが、ご家庭で大切に育まれてきた安心感だと感じています。
お家での好きな手料理や休日のお出かけの話、季節ごとに新調された服や丁寧に結ばれた髪から、一人ひとりが大きな愛情を受けて送り出されていることを実感します。

その中でヒューゲルを選んでくださったご縁を大切にして、子どもたち一人ひとりの成長に寄り添い、保護者様のお力になれれば幸いです。