2026/02/10

Rumi Ichinose, is the recipient of TEMI's Teacher of the Year award for 2026. Rumi has attended many TEMI seminars and puts her heart and soul into all her lessons at her school. Her students adore her and reflect her enthusiasm back to her with effervescent smiles.

She has met the following requirements of superior teaching:

* An active TEMI member
* Attended at least two or more TEMI seminars
* Holding a TEMI certificate
* Demonstrating strong ability to foster excellence in English     education as evidenced by ongoing contributions to the     improvement of student learning and the learning     environment
* Making a difference in his/her community by teaching     English, using TEMI methods and ideology through     positive learning experiences and activities for the     students
* Demonstrating a strong commitment in creating a climate     of caring and respect conducive to effective teaching and
    learning

Award Components:
* TEMI Teacher of the Year Certificate
* Announcement on TEMI website, TEMI Facebook and     Little America website
* Press releases to local newspapers in awardee’s town/city
* 10,000 yen credit coupon for Little America Book Store 
* Letter of Appreciation and Recognition for awardee’s     school to Rumi for her dedication and expertise.

　

 Wishing Rumi and all our TEMI teachers a wonderful 2026 school year!