Teaching English in Japan

Opportunities for teaching English in Japan are good for those who hold a TEFL International TEFL Certificate. In Tokyo and Osaka there are usually more English teaching positions than there are teachers, while all over Japan employment prospects remain good. Teachers are highly respected throughout Japanese society, and students are generally highly motivated and willing to learn. You will need a BA or BS degree in order to obtain a work permit, so employment prospects are limited to graduates. Teacher’s salaries are good and you can expect to save approximately, and depending on life style of course, 70,000 Yen per month (US$ 580). More income can be generated by arranging private students.

Many large corporations employ a huge amount of teachers. Opinions vary on each organization so always do some research first and ask questions that are important to you before reaching a decision. Questions to ask potential employers include Can I see a copy of the contract. What are my exact teaching hours and is there a degree of flexibility? Are lesson plans provided or can I introduce my own materials? Is housing provided or is housing assistance provided?  Is health insurance included in the package? Schools in Japan like there teachers to be fun and energetic with a good sense on humor.

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Sample Job offer for Teaching English in Japan

1. Degree holding native English speakers required for a 12-month renewable English teaching contract in Tokyo and other large cities throughout Japan.

We seek suitably qualified teachers with the relevant qualifications, such as a TEFL certificate from a recognized provider of TEFL courses such as TEFL International. You will teach small classes of 5 – 10 students and teach a mix of adult classes and young learner classes (training provided for teaching young learners). 50% of lessons are teaching on a one to one basis.

We offer  258,000 Yen per month for teaching 275 hrs, reimbursed airfare, 7 weeks paid holidays per year, paid travel within your teaching location, extensive teacher support, and the opportunity for extra teaching hours.
An ideal candidate will be positive, sociable, friendly, energetic, hard working, enthusiastic, outgoing, patient and professional. Thos who are culturally inquisitive would enjoy teaching in Japan.

2. We have a 1-year renewable opening for a native English speaker who holds a university degree and a TEFL certificate from a reputable provider of TEFL courses, such as TEFL International. We are a small language school, which focuses on our students and teachers having a fun in the classroom while learning. We provide lessons to children and adults. Special training is provided for teachers with no or little experience teaching children.

We offer 260,000 Yen per month for 23 teaching hours per week (5 days per week), 6 weeks paid holiday per year, subsidized accommodation near the school, a bike, and an outward air ticket or flight reimbursement.

Japan
Capital city	Tokyo
Language	Japanese
Currency	Yen
Typical TEFL teacher salary	250,000 Yen (US$ 2000)
Major TEFL locations	Tokyo, Osaka + Country Wide