Trevor, Saga ・ 佐賀
Hello! My name is Trevor and I’m a second year ALT based in Saga City. I’m originally from Atlanta, Georgia, in the US. Go Falcons!!
I decided to come on JET because I wanted a change in my life, and I’ve always really enjoyed teaching. I’m fascinated by language dialects, being from the Southeast, and so I wanted to get put in a place with a unique dialect, and having now lived here I can guarantee that it is! Don’t worry though if you come with very little Japanese; I came with barebones Japanese and found that just living in a place like Saga will boost your Japanese quickly.
I work in 3 high schools scattered throughout the Saga City area.
Outside of work, I play DnD type games, write, and play video games. I enjoy going to the local conveyor belt sushi restaurant. Try the beef with tasty sauce! You won’t regret it!
Sebastian, Tosu ・ 鳥栖
Hey! I’m Seb, a second-year ALT living in Tosu. I’m from Canada, but I was born in Colombia — so yes, I apologize a lot and thankfully I have been blessed with some rhythm.
I work at Tosu Commercial and Academic high schools, plus the new Tosu Special Needs School, which means I spend my days bouncing between classrooms and trying to expand my students’ vocabulary past the classic, “I’m hungry.”
When I’m not teaching, you’ll probably find me at the gym, behind a camera, on the basketball court, or buried in a Japanese textbook wondering why kanji exists. I also speak Spanish and some French — though at this point my French is mostly just polite confusion.
If you’re ever in Tosu, come say hi!
Matt, Kohoku ・ 江北
Hi, I’m Matt! I’m originally from Brisbane, Australia, but now I live in the small town of Kohoku, located between Saga city and Takeo. Before moving to Japan, I worked in marketing for several tech start-ups, but decided to trade that in for the more relaxed countryside life here in Saga—at least for a little while.
I love trying new experiences and am always up for an adventure. As the warmer months approach, I’m looking forward to scuba diving in the oceans around Kyushu. If you’re also a diver, I’d love to plan a dive trip together!
Moving to a foreign country, especially one with a different language, is always a challenge. So, I think it’s important to maintain strong connections within the community. I am always looking for exciting events or must-visit spots to share with fellow JETs—so if you have any recommendations, let me know!
Whether it’s a social event idea or just a friendly chat, I’m always happy to connect—so don’t hesitate to reach out!
Tracy, Takeo ・ 武雄
Hello! I’m Tracy, a second year JET based in Takeo. I teach at two elementary schools in the area.
I’m from America. Most recently I lived in rural Western Massachusetts. Prior to that, I spent 20+ years in New York City. I grew up in Las Vegas, NV and often assess life’s questions by the odds.
I have two grown children who both live in Los Angeles.
Prior to JET, I worked as an elementary school teaching teaching students from 1st grade through 8th grade. I’m always happy to share any teaching ideas or tips.
My hobbies include traveling, ballet dancing, watercolour and attending live cultural events.
Ace, Ureshino ・ 嬉野
Hey there! I’m Ace and I’m from San Diego, California, one of the best cities in Cali!
I’m living in Ureshino and have been on JET for 2 years now. I had a deep fascination for Japan since I was a kid and was very interested in learning Japanese as well. So I chose JET because I believe that teaching English would help me connect with others and allow me to explore more Japanese culture. I’ve definitely been enjoying my time here lately. I am still studying Japanese but I also do speak Spanish, thanks to my family background.
I work at 4 junior high schools in Ureshino.
My hobbies include gaming, reading manga and hanging with friends so if you ever wish to chat or hang out, let me know!
Nick, Karatsu ・ 唐津
Hello, I’m Nick, a second-year ALT based in Karatsu. I’m originally from the rural South West of the UK.
Before coming to Japan, I worked as a design engineer while also setting up my own 3D printing business. I had always wanted to visit Japan, but after learning about the JET Programme, I decided to make the move—hopefully for the long term.
I’m currently learning Japanese (slowly!) and, while it’s definitely a challenge, I’m aiming to reach a good level during my time teaching in Saga. I work at two high schools: an academic high school in Karatsu City, and another in a nearby fishing village called Seisho. The latter is one of the first high schools in Japan to teach competitive e-sports, so yes, we even teach English “gamer” words!
Outside of teaching, I enjoy exploring North Kyushu and visiting and photographing its many temples, shrines, and gardens. I also spend a lot of time 3D printing and building a wide range of projects, from cosplay props to furniture and even telescopes.
If you’re in Karatsu, feel free to say hello!
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