TEFL Jobs in Japan

Anyone holding a TEFL or TESOL certificate from TEFL International will be met with very favorable job prospects in Japan. Cities such as Osaka and Tokyo generally have more TEFL jobs available than there are teachers to fill them.

Throughout the country, the opportunities for TEFL employment are also very favorable. In general, Japanese society has a great respect for teachers and the students are typically highly motivated to learn English.

Japan TEFL Job Requirements

Japan is one of the Asian nations where you’ll need a bachelor’s degree in order to secure a work permit. An energetic personality and reliability are also traits that are highly sought after by employers. As you may already be aware, salaries are rather high in Japan. Depending on lifestyle, many teachers find they are able to save as much as 70,000 Yen each month. Many teachers are also able to supplement their income by taking on private students.

Types of TEFL Jobs in Japan

Large corporations often hire many of the TEFL teachers in Japan. Private language schools are also a very popular option for gaining employment in Japan. We advise that you research the institution you are considering working for. After a simple Google search, you should find a few online forums where English teachers may be able to give you helpful information in this regard.

Be sure to have answers to all questions regarding rates of pay, salary and other benefits. Find out if you’ll have to travel to your lessons and if you get compensated and/or reimbursed for this time and expense. Ask about what kind of resources the school has for planning lessons and teaching materials, as well as what kind of administrative and collegial support you will have. This will help you avoid any unpleasant surprises after agreeing to take the position. Also, be sure to get all details confirming benefits written in your contract.

•  Full-time English Teacher Needed in Takasaki, Japan

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  Date posted:2012-01-10 | Writer: Espace Corporation | Email: kemesato@espace-takasaki.com

  Our school is located in Takasaki(Gunma prefecture), fifty minutes by train (Shinkansen) from Tokyo. We are a small friendly school teaching both children and adults. We are looking for a full-time EFL teacher who is able to obtain a working holiday visa for one year. We offer a salary of 200,000 yen per month plus free accommodation with a Japanese family. This position would suit a teacher who is interested in Japanese culture.
  
  The ideal applicant would be a female native speaker of English with a university degree, TEFL, TESOL or CELTA, with some young learners teaching experience.
  
  Please send your resume with a photo to Kimihiko SATO at the e-mail address given on the job heading.
  

•  EFL Instructor Needed in Fukui, Japan

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  Date posted:2011-12-08 | Writer: Orbit Global International Language Institute | Email: recruiting@orbitglobal.com

  Orbit Global International Language Institute is looking for qualified EFL teachers to teach  English to children as well as adults. Other duties include curriculum development, monthly meetings, yearly events involvement, (possibly teaching English in the medical field) and training new teachers if long term appointment. Full time positions teaching 30 hours a week are available in January, February or March of 2012. 
    

  Title of position: English Instructor
  Name of institution: Orbit Global International Language Institute
  Mailing address: Fukui-ken, Fukui-shi
  
  Bunkyo 2-18-1
  Telephone: 0776 24 7474 Fax: 0776 24 7478
  Contact person: Corinne Young or Mark Nesseler
  Serious applicants only:
  resume, letter of introduction, two current photos, teaching certification(s) (if applicable),
  Describe position/duties:
  Teaching English to children as well as adults, curriculum development, monthly meetings, yearly events involvement, (possibly teaching English in the medical field) training new teachers if long term
  Position begins: Jan/Feb/March 2012
  For FULL-TIME position:
  Working hours/week: 30
  Teaching/class hours/week: 20-25
  Hours and days: 5 days a week (exc. Sun) varied hours
  Salary 220,000- 250,000 JPY
  University degree: BA or BS, with TEFL /TESOL or equivalent a distinct advantage.
  Experience PREFERRED (years/level taught/in Japan/etc.):
  1-2 years
  Health Insurance subsidized up to 35,000 JPY
  International/Japanese driver's license preferred
  Applicant's visa status: Will sponsor or renew
  Accommodation included if needed
  If accommodation is included, please list cost and terms:
  About 40,000 – 55,000 JPY/month partially furnished
  Paid holidays, Resigning bonus, Transportation allowance, Moving/relocation allowance, Paid vacation,
  Contract information: Length: 1 year/renewable
  Fukui City in Fukui prefecture is surrounded by a lot of nature (mountains on one side and the Sea of Japan on the other). It is a little more low-key than the huge Japanese cities. However, it is located 1.5 hours from Kyoto, 1.8 hours to Osaka and Nagoya and about 30min from Kanazawa. It is well known because of Eiheiji the famous Buddhist monastery, founded by Dogen Zenji.
  We look forward to hearing from prospective future colleages…
  

•  Full-time and Part-time EFL Teachers Needed in Narita, Japan

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  Date posted:2011-11-08 | Writer: Omni International English | Email: omnienglish@hotmail.co.jp

  Omni International English is looking for full time and part time EFL teachers who are available for an immediate start. Candidates should have experience teaching young children -a genuine love of children -a genuine interest in Japan - be able to work in a team environment -flexible (to the demands of the job) - have a kind and outgoing personality with a great sense of humor (as this is very important when teaching children). Benefits package dependent on whether teachers are full time or part time and sign for a 4 month or 12 month contract. 
  
  CONTRACT:  4months-12 months through to March 30th 2012 or October 30, 2012.   SALARY: Full time: Each teacher will receive 250,000 yen per month. Part time: 12,000 -15,000 yen/ day or 3,000 yen/ hour HOURS: Full time: 25 hours/week, with approx. 5 weeks paid holiday per year. Part time:5 hours /day , 3-4 hours / day with no paid holiday
  
  APARTMENT: 43,000 yen per month.
  
  WORKING VISA: Sponsorship is provided for full time teachers.
  
  REQUIREMENTS A native English speaker either from the USA, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia or New Zealand -Must have a University degree - with Young Learners TEFL certification a definite advantage.
  
  We are a small private school in Narita, Japan. For more information and to apply, please send an e-mail with CV/resume, two recent photos to the address given on the job heading.  
  
  Omni International English
  Noriyo Matsumaru 527 Hanazaki-cho,
  Narita, Chiba,
  Japan
  
  Phone: 0476-22-023
  
  

•  EFL Teacher Urgently Needed in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

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  Date posted:2011-10-13 | Writer: Shunan English School | Email: info@e-ses.jp

  Shunan English School (SES) in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, is urgently seeking a native speaker of English to start a full-time teaching position on November 1, 2011, with a five-day training period to start on October 24, 2011, for a monthly salary of 253,000 yen. A TESOL, TEFL or equivalent qualification and bachelor's degree is required. Teachers should enjoy working with children although SES has students from all age groups.
  
  A company car is provided and, for a small insurance fee, is available for private use although teachers may be asked to share cars. National health insurance is available, or, if employees wish, they may purchase health insurance from a private company. If a teacher rents an apartment through SES, key money and deposit will be paid by SES. In addition, SES management will provide language support to teachers to ease the fulfillment of financial obligations, such as the payment of monthly bills.
  
  Teachers sign a contract for one year, with the option to extend the contract at the completion of its term upon mutual agreement of all parties.
  
  SES, a privately owned company with a staff of both native English speakers and English-speaking Japanese teachers, has been providing instruction in English and other foreign languages since 1972. Currently, SES maintains offices in four cities in Yamaguchi Prefecture, with its main office located in Shunan. In addition to classes taught at its offices, SES offers courses in high schools, colleges, corporate offices, community centers, and private homes. SES also provides translation services.
  
  Shunan is a commercial city of approximately 150,000 people located on the southern coast of Yamaguchi Prefecture along the Inland Sea. Located in western Japan, Yamaguchi has many historic sites and beautiful natural locations, including islands, beaches, mountains, parks, and caverns. Shunan enjoys a mild climate year round. High-speed trains take 30 minutes to reach Hiroshima and 65 minutes to reach Fukuoka.
  
  If you would like to apply, please send 1) a résumé, 2) a cover letter, 3) a copy of the picture page of your passport, 4) a copy of your university transcript(s), 5) a copy of your college diploma, and 6) two letters of reference by email to the address given on the job heading as soon as possible. Only complete applications will be considered.
  
  Thank you for your interest.
  
      Shunan English School
      Tokuyama Office Building, 5F, 32-1-1 Sakuragi, Shunan,
      Yamaguchi, Japan 745-0806
  
  

•  Positions Teaching ESL in Japan

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  Date posted:2011-09-22 | Writer: The British English and New Dance Academy | Email: englishbenda@yahoo.co.uk

  The British English and New Dance Academy is a small culture school located on the southern tip of Honshu Island, about 40 minutes by train from Shimonoseki - across the Kanmon straight from Kyushu island. We are currently recruiting qualified TEFL teachers for positions starting in February, March, June and August of 2012. We have openings for part-time and full-time teachers. Full-time teachers are expected to teach up to 98 hours per month. Benefits include paid vacations, work visa sponsorship and use of a small city car for both business and pleasure.
  
  Our city is called Sanyoonoda and it has a population of about 30,000 people. We teach "New Dance" and "English Conversation." At present we have 6 English conversation teachers on our staff and 3 dance teachers. The dance teachers also carry out the day to day running of the school.
  
  Full Time. Our salary for full time teachers is from JPY250,000 - 270,000 for a maximum 98 hours monthly teaching schedule. Any hours taught over and above that figure being classed as overtime and remunerated at the rate of JPY2,500 per hour. Our teachers aren't usually asked to put in office time, but are only sometimes requested to attend a teachers meeting that is occasionally held on Friday mornings. BENDA additionally provides a contract completion bonus of JPY25,000 towards foreign travel costs. Teachers who are employed by us receive approximately two weeks paid vacation over Christmas and the New Year, plus two consecutive days off per week and their relevant Japanese National holidays. Unpaid vacation is also taken into consideration during light workloads and within the summer months.
  
  Incoming teachers usually take over the apartment of an outgoing teacher, therefore all "Japanese Key Money expenses have already been taken care of and they are only asked to cover the relevant apartment's monthly rental charges, which usually amount to between JPY40,000 to JPY60,000 per month. New teaching staff additionally have the opportunity to purchase furniture from an outgoing teacher and in this respect BENDA is willing to provide an interest free loan of up to JPY90,000 to facilitate the monetary transaction. The academy also arranges a telephone line to each of our teachers' apartments and provides every teacher with a small city car for both business and pleasure. Each teacher being requested to pay the yearly tax/insurance for the said vehicle, coming to around JPY5,000 /JPY115,000 per year respectively.
  
  Part Time. Our salary for part time teachers is JPY2,500 per hour. The Academy provides work related accident insurance for all employees. We presently have job openings in February, March, June and August of 2011. Teachers wishing to join us are kindly asked to provide copies of the following documents: - Copies of university/college/teaching diplomas. Copy of resume. Copy of relevant passport pages. Copy of a recent photograph. A copy of their International drivers license plus four copies of a recent passport photograph can be forwarded at a later date. To facilitate an early decision on forthcoming openings, we kindly ask applicants to firstly send copies of their documents by e-mail to the address given on the job heading. Thanks a lot and looking forward to hearing from you. Ted Nutton. Principal. The British English and New Dance Academy.
  
  Other Details: CONTACT ADDRESS: If you'd like to hear a little more about us, perhaps we could talk together over the telephone. We can be reached at: - Tel/Fax: 81-836-84-6535 Tel: 81-836-84-2390
  

•  TEFL Teachers Needed in Shikoku, Japan

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  Date posted:2011-08-23 | Writer: Language House, Inc. | Email: resumes@languagehouse.jp

  Language House Inc. is a professional language training firm in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture. We have served the greater Shikoku area since 1976, providing language training to corporations, private companies, civil servants, and private individuals and groups. We are currently welcoming applications from TEFL qualified, professional, career-driven teachers. Candidates must have a university degree, a strong work ethic, enjoy teaching, and take personal pride in their conduct and professional appearance. Candidates should be creative, flexible and active team members. While formal training in education is favorable, we are also looking for candidates with business or scientific knowledge and training. Our clients are mainly corporate employees and managers, thus we need our teaching team to reflect a high degree of professionalism. Experienced teachers and graduates of education or industry related fields are encouraged to apply.
  
  Preference will be given to candidates either currently living in Japan or with a valid working visa.
  
  For more details, please feel free to contact us with any questions.
  
  Please send your resume with a recent photo and references to the e-mail address given on the job heading: Our hiring process involves the application and two interviews.
  
  Thank you very much for your interest in Language House, Inc. We look forward to talking with you soon. (Please do not call the office. We assure you that we will review your resume and be in touch with successful candidates as soon as we are able to.)
  

•  Jobs For EFL Teachers in Japan

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  Date posted:2011-07-13 | Writer: American Language School | Email: recruit@ib-group.jp

  American Language School (ALS) has more than 60 schools situated throughout Japan but primarily based in Chiba Prefecture. We are looking for friendly, personable, professionally-minded teachers for a number of locations with varying start dates. Applicants should have a four-year degree, be a native English speaker, and have some teaching experience. A TEFL or TESOL qualification is a distinct advantage. Experience with children and/or foreign students preferable. It is an exciting teaching opportunity requiring serious job dedication, cultural respect & flexibility, self-organization, creativity, enthusiasm, and professional pride.
  
  We understand that teacher support is the foundation of our school's quality, not an afterthought. American Language School is the best choice for those who are serious about teaching. American Language School employs over 80 native English-speaking teachers. This gives a unique blend of being a large stable company without becoming so large that we lose sight of what our teachers and students want.
  
  The experience at ALS is both rewarding and challenging. All full-time teachers teach up to a 25 (contact) hour 5-day workweek within an eight hour time period per day. part-time (Saturday) teachers work on a per day or per 10 minute period – only available for teachers in Chiba & Tokyo. Additional responsibilities include interviewing prospective students, assisting school managers, making teaching materials, completing student reports, participating in holiday events, and welcoming our students.
  
  ALS teachers need to maintain a professional appearance & attitude, display creativity and enthusiasm in their classes, actively participate in all teacher meetings, workshops, and seminars, be flexible, and have a desire to continue to improve as a teacher and as an ALS employee.
  
  ALS is a member of ‘Japan Association for the Promotion of Foreign Language Education’ sponsored by Japan’s Ministry of Education. ALS is also affiliated with the Narita Airport Authority in organizing airport area PR events, providing translation work, administrating English Lessons to support staff and the children of staff, evaluating (the English skills of) Air Traffic Controllers, etc. In addition, ALS additionally maintains a strong connection with Oxford University Press & Cambridge University Press.
  
  ALS Benefits are:
  - One year contract with full visa sponsorship.
  - 250,000 yen salary with all work related transportation fees reimbursed.
  - 5 Weeks of paid vacation.
  - Single dwelling apartment, lightly furnished, & a maximum rent of 55,000 yen.
  - Renewable contract with salary increase & contract completion bonus.
  - Transfer possibilities after completion of contract.
  ALS Instructions for Applying:
  1) your resume; 2) a cover letter; 3) a professional picture; and 4) a relaxed personal picture (tasteful) of yourself preferably standing either inside or outside and can include friends.
  Interviews are conducted throughout the year at ALS's recruiting office. Positions currently available in Chiba & Gunma Prefecture.
  
  Basic Qualifications:
  - University Degree in any discipline.
  - Native English Speaker.
  - ESL / EFL teaching experience and/or Japanese language ability.
  - CELTA / TESOL / TEFL Certificates favorable..
  
  ALS is primarily located in Chiba Prefecture and about 240 kilometers from the Fukushima Power Plants.
  
  We look forward to receiving your cover letter, resume, professional picture, and personal picture at the e-mail address given on the job heading.
  Thank you.
  
  Recruiting Desk
  American Language School
  Vivit Square 4F, 2-2-7 Hamacho, Funabashi City, Chiba 273-0012
  Phone 047-407-2453 Fax 047-407-2454
  
  Calling from outside of Japan 81-47-407-2453

•  Teach English in Japan

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  Date posted:2011-06-06 | Writer: ACC English School | Email: info@acc-english.co.jp

  ACC English school in Nagoya city has openings for TEFL qualified native English speaking teachers with degrees who are available from June of this year and capable of teaching all levels, from very young children to adults. Prior teaching experience and basic Japanese language ability are distinct advantages. We offer a 1 year contract teaching around 25 hours per week. Benefits include a furnished apartment, free bicycle, paid vacations, a sensible salary plus a bonus scheme.
  
  Send your resume and a copy of your passport to the e-mail address given on the job heading for more information.

•  Regular TEFL Vacancies in Japan

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  Date posted:2011-05-11 | Writer: Amity schools | Email: amityedu@corp.aeonet.co.jp

  Amity schools specialize in teaching English to children. From its inception in 1994, Amity has opened over 70 different branch schools throughout Japan and currently teaches English to approximately 20,000 students. There are teaching opportunities for highly motivated TEFL qualified native-speaking instructors at every single one of our schools. Successful candidates must have the ability to work with and teach children English as a Foreign Language (ages range from six months to 18 years old), possess good communication skills, and be approachable and open-minded to cultural differences. If you want to capture the mystery of Japan through the imaginative eyes of children, come join us at Amity. Candidates must be creative and have a willingness to learn Amity’s teaching methods; in addition to improving their own teaching skills. Japanese language ability as well as teaching and/or business experience is helpful but not necessary. Candidates must also have a BA/BS degree (all majors considered) and have completed all of their elementary and secondary education in English only.
  
  Amity Corporation offers a competitive salary, visa sponsorship, subsidized housing and more.
  
  To apply, email the following documents to the address given on the job heading:
  • Current resume
  • One-page essay titled, "Why I Want to Teach English to Children in Japan" (500-word minimum)
  
  Resumes sent without an essay will not be considered.

•  English Teacher Required in Japan

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  Date posted:2011-04-19 | Writer: Haragakuen | Email: hikari7446@yahoo.co.jp

  Hara Gakuen is seeking a full-time TEFL qualified English teacher. Hara Gakuen comprises two kindergartens: Hikari Kindergarten and Hikarinokuni Kindergarten, which are both located in Tomakomai, Hokkaido. The majority of the students are very young children, between the ages of two and six. They are cute and fun-loving, as well as very eager to learn English. The teacher will also be responsible for afternoon classes with older students; therefore we need a teacher who is comfortable with all age levels.
  
  We are seeking an outgoing, friendly, enthusiastic person who will not only teach English but also join our students for field trips, Sports Days, Christmas Concerts and other fun activities throughout the year. The position starts on Sept. 1, 2011 and lasts for one year; the contract is renewable by mutual consent. Our teacher must be prepared to come to Tomakomai two weeks in advance of that for training. Duties will be carried out Monday to Friday, with morning work on 1-2 Saturdays a month. Weekend work for special events will be compensated with an additional day off.
  
  We understand teachers are concerned about recent events in Japan and can assure you that Tomakomai has not been affected by the March 11 earthquake or its aftermath. Life in our town continues as normal. We are located over 500km from Fukushima and its nuclear facilities, which is well outside all advised danger zones. There have been no records of abnormal levels of radiation anywhere on Hokkaido.
  
  For the right teacher, we offer the following package:
  -210,000yen-220, 000yen monthly salary
  -Teaching license and /or teaching experience is preferred
  -A furnished studio apartment, with most utilities paid (the teacher is responsible for his/her own telephone and internet payments)
  -Airfare to and from your home country at the beginning and end of the contract
  -Airport pick-up on arrival and help settling in from bilingual staff members
  -Enrollment in the National health plan
  -Allotted time off to study Japanese language
  -6-8 weeks paid vacation during school holidays
  
  If you are interested in the position,please see the application procedures listed below.
  
  Application Procedure
  *Submit by e-mail to the address given on the job heading, or by fax to 0144-74-4620
  *Cover letter
  *Updated resume
  *Recent photo
  *Date of availability
  *Applications without the above information will not be processed