Hello! My name is Sage, and I’m a 21-year-old American university student currently studying at Osaka University in Japan through August 2027. I study Asian Studies with a focus on linguistics and Japanese, and I’m passionate about language learning, education, and building connections across cultures.
This past summer, I spent eight weeks at Waseda University assisting a professor with teaching-related activities and academic work. I also helped Japanese university students practice English and develop their academic writing. These experiences strengthened my interest in education and inspired me to seek more opportunities to help others learn and grow.
I would love the opportunity to support children, through English learning or enthusiastic childcare, in a natural, enjoyable environment. I especially like the idea of interacting through everyday conversation, games, reading, and creative activities rather than making everything feel like a formal lesson. I hope to create a comfortable environment where children can have fun, build confidence, and become curious about another language and culture.
Although I’m still an undergraduate student and at the beginning of my professional journey in education, I’m enthusiastic, responsible, patient, and eager to learn from each experience. I would be grateful for the opportunity to meet your family, get to know your child, and help make learning and/or the time spent with them a positive and rewarding experience!
I look forward to connecting with you!
CANCELLATION POLICY (all timing is calculated based on the start time of the scheduled sitting) - 48+ hours before the scheduled sitting: No cancellation fee - Between 48-24 hours: 50% of sitting fee - Within 24 hours: 100% of sitting fee (+ transportation cost if on the way)
About 6 months of volunteer work in High School at an after-school program every weekday looking after children ages 6-13. Although I am younger, I am eager to build my education and caretaking experience portfolio. More information can be found on my about page here and I can provide my resume if need be. Thank you!
Can Babysit
Children
7+ years old
Skills & Services
Languages
English
Services
Light Housekeeping
Care with foreign language
Homework help
Overnight
Pet care
Certificates
Not Completed Government Approved Babysitter Training
Availability
6am - 9am
9am - 12pm
12pm - 3pm
3pm - 6pm
6pm - 9pm
9pm - 12am
12am - 6am
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
This schedule may not be up-to-date.
Reviews
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Your rating: 5
[ CareFinder Team Review ]
Sage is a kind and compassionate caregiver who brings a strong educational foundation in linguistics and Japanese, backed by university-level teaching assistant experience. A native English speaker currently studying in Japan, he excels at creating a warm, comfortable environment where children build cultural curiosity and language confidence through natural conversation, creative activities, story reading, and playful gamesーmaking him a great fit for CareFinder families.