HEC Director – Aubrey Cole
Aubrey is a second-year JET from the small state of Maryland on the east coast of the USA, known for blue crabs, Old Bay seasoning, and as the birthplace of the U.S. National Anthem. During her free time, you can find her driving around Hokkaido trying to visit every single Michi-no-Eki in a year. When not driving around Hokkaido, you can find her going on runs or cooking a new recipe. She loves HEC’s unique mission and eager to create an unforgettable year for students, volunteers, and local communities alike.
Get in touch with Aubrey: hajet.hec.director@gmail.com
HEC Treasurer – Brett K
Brett is a first-year second-time JET from the midwest of the United States. He has a degree in English literature and the debt that comes with that. In his free time, Brett likes reading, playing video games, and ambling around town on daily walks. He has worked as an accountant for a few years and hopes to bring that experience to HEC along with his love of teaching and English and teaching English!
HEC Camp Coordinator
HEC Test Coordinator – Emma Buchel
Emma is a first-year JET from Johannesburg, South Africa now living in Kushiro, Hokkaido. She loves travelling and meeting new people. In her free time, Emma enjoys reading, playing cozy video games, and getting into a new hobby every other week. She is so excited to be a part of the HEC team and looks forward to helping bring this special program to life!
Get in touch with Emma: hajet.hec.test@gmail.com
HEC Head Test Writer – Yuna A
Yuna is a first-year JET from the east coast of the U.S. She holds a BA in Psychology & Education as well as an elementary teaching license. In her free time, Yuna likes to play board games, try cooking new recipes, and amateurly strum her ukulele. She hopes to help bring laughter and a sense of community wherever she goes. Say hello if you are ever in Iwanai, Hokkaido!
HEC Co-Event Coordinator
HEC Co-Event Coordinator
HEC Graphic Designer – Alayna Y
Alayna hails from the Canadian city of “1 hour away from Vancouver,” AKA Surrey. Even though she graduated with a 2D animation major, Alayna has spent the last few years in arts event coordination. With longtime hobbies of community building, languages, and art, she hopes to bring a little smile to both students and teachers alike. Visit her in Rumoi!!
HEC Social Media Manager
HEC Translator
And of course, our lovely volunteers! We’re always looking for more help. Join our team today!
Don’t see a role you’re interested in? Let’s create one! If you have other talents or just want to casually volunteer, we are happy to welcome you to our team. Feel free to contact HEC Director at hajet.hec.director@gmail.com with any questions or interest!