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Come and Teach English at Japanese Public Schools Date posted:2022-12-18 | Writer: Heart Corporation, Chiba office | Email: [email protected] We are teaching in over 600 public schools: elementary, junior high, and high schools in 12 prefectures in Japan, such as Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Fukushima, Miyagi, Niigata, Yamanashi, and Shizuoka.We provide ways to get you prepared for public schools and regular training to further develop your skills. Our dedicated bi-lingual staff will support you from the application process to your daily life at school.Job Description•    Workweek: Monday through Friday (Saturdays, Sundays & Japanese Holidays are off)•    Working Hours: 8:00 – 16:30 (The times vary from...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Benefits of Obtaining a TEFL Course | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their experience of taking a TEFL course. They tell about the benefits and the most interesting parts of the course. What is an Effective Lesson Planning Strategy? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to lesson planning. Our TEFL student gives a piece of advice on how to organize lessons properly. How Discipline Affects Motivation In and Out of...  [Read more]

College TEFL Fees Check out tefl tesol about College TEFL Fees and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts A.R. - Japan said: Problems for learners in Japan For many Westerners visiting Japan, the japanese way is simply an awareness that overcomes you while you make your way through the overcrowded streets of Shibuya, or attempt to slurp your first bowl of ramen noodles. However, in the classroom, the japanese way plays a much more significant role. Foreign teachers of English in Japan recognize it as a glass wall that insinuates itself between them and their students; the manifestation...  [Read more]

Mon, 13 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Common Challenges in English for Japanese Native Speakers If you ever find yourself driving in French Canada, you will be stopped by stop signs that say 'arrêt', which is stopped in French. Almost all drivers in North America would know that this means stop because it's the same octagon red stop sign. In Japan it's very different, stop signs are triangular with Japanese script on them but, beneath the Japanese, you can find English subtitles which read 'stop'. In fact, if you travel anywhere in Japan, the majority of signs and announcements related to travel are offered in Japanese and English. English has been taught in Japanese schools since the American occupation after World War Two. However, according to an EF English...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in Japan? Japan has been a popular destination amongst English language teachers for many years due to its widespread job opportunities, good salaries and fascinating culture. Whilst there are other countries in the region where the cost of living may be lower and the wages a little higher, nowhere provides such an incredible mix of modern development and ancient traditions as you will find in this extraordinary country. If you are looking for excitement and adventure, look no further than Japan. What are the requirements for teaching English in Japan? In order to work legally you will need to be eligible for a work visa. The good news is the criteria is not as tough as many other countries as you simply need to possess a degree in any subject. The...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in Japan? To secure a position teaching English in Japan, a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification with at least 120 hours are essential for obtaining a work visa. However, in certain circumstances, such as having a working holiday visa, student visa, spouse visa, or specific Japanese visas, teaching opportunities may still be accessible even without a degree. Japan remains a prime choice for English educators, not only for its attractive salary packages but also for its unique blend of cutting-edge progress and rich historical traditions. If a blend of professional growth and cultural exploration is what you are after, Japan stands out as an ideal destination. Table of Contents What are the requirements for teaching English in Japan? What kind...  [Read more]

Job Teaching EFL in Japan Date posted:2010-03-10 | Writer: Alpha English Academy | Email: [email protected] Alpha English Academy is a small private English School located on the east coast of Hokkaido island in Japan. Alpha English Academy is now seeking for one energetic and outgoing English teacher. The position will begin April 1, 2010 or May 1, 2010. Applicants must hold a University degree, and preferably have a TEFL/TESL certificate. Holding a valid Japanese working visa and experience in teaching English in Japanese public schools (Elementary and JHS) would be an advantage. We are particularly interested in a teacher who is flexible, physically fit, willing to work overtime, good with children and as well as someone who is experienced at teaching English as a second language. The...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Can Teachers Develop the Productive Skills of Japanese Junior High School Students Change is coming to the way that English is taught in Japanese public schools. The changes to the curriculum by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT) increase the teaching of English at all levels of schooling. The goal of this change is, in the words of Ikuko Tsuboya-Newel, founder and chair of Tokyo International School, "The government has decided that beginning in 2020 all high school graduates must achieve a level of English equivalent to B1" ("Why do Japanese have trouble learning English?", The Japan Times, October 29, 2017). To achieve that goal, high school entrance exams are expected to include more...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories My Experience of Taking a TEFL Course Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to our TEFL course graduate's opinion on the outline and content of their studies. General Overview of A Teacher’s Responsibilities in the Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate reviews all possible roles and responsibilities of a teacher in class. Online or In-Class TEFL Certification: Which Option to Choose? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is written by our recent TEFL graduate who shares their personal point of view on a better way to get TEFL certified. Volunteer Teachers: Should Volunteers Gain Teaching Qualifications Before Teaching in a Developing...  [Read more]

Teach English in Japan from January 2024 Onwards Date posted:2023-09-12 | Writer: Tamaki TEFL Recruitment | Email: [email protected] At Tamaki TEFL Recruitment (TTR), we represent one of the top language schools in Japan. This is a private language school position so the class sizes are much smaller than what you would find in a public school. The teaching style is very active and the use of songs, flashcards, games are all part of the lesson. If you have a lot of energy and enjoy working with children, this is the right match for you!QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelors degree or higher- TEFL certification is not required but is recommended- Native level English speaker- Japanese language skills is not a requirement but we would advise  to study before departure to make the...  [Read more]

Teach English to Young Learners in Japan Date posted:2023-03-22 | Writer: Tamaki TEFL Recruitment | Email: [email protected] At Tamaki TEFL Recruitment (TTR), we represent one of the top language schools in Japan. This is a private language school position so the class sizes are much smaller than what you would find in a public school. The teaching style is very active and the use of songs, flashcards, games are all part of the lesson. If you have a lot of energy and enjoy working with children, this is the right match for you! QUALIFICATIONS:-Bachelors degree or higher-TEFL certification is not required but is recommended-Native Level English speaker-Japanese language skills is not a requirement but we would advise to study before departure to make the transition...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Common Problems Japanese Learners of English Experience Japan is an island nation and is a recognized homogenous society with a very small percentage of foreign permanent residence and more than half of the adult population lacks the necessary skills to speak English proficiently. Because of this, English as a Second Language is in high demand with young learners being a focus group in Japan. English is taught in the school environment during nearly all of a child's primary education years, but this, unfortunately, doesn't translate to a proficient English-speaking Japanese population. Table of Contents Global Opportunities Differences in Language Structure Cultural Challenges Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Most Common Issues Faced by English Learners in Japan Given the increase in globalization during the late 20th and early 21st centuries and the growing inter-dependencies of domestic economies within the international marketplace, English, as a primary language medium for conducting international business arrangements, has become an increased priority both socially and within the business environment. However, notwithstanding the importance of English fluency within contemporary society, Japan and Japanese English learners face difficulties when trying to achieve competency. These difficulties and issues can be shown by the 2018 EF English Proficiency Index which ranked the English level of Japanese learners as rank 49 out of 88...  [Read more]

Job in Japan For Enthusiastic EFL Teacher Date posted:2019-03-06 | Writer: International Education Services | Email: [email protected] Searching for a unique, CV boosting start to your TEFL career? Interested in experiencing Japanese culture first-hand? Excited by the chance to live and work in amazing Tokyo? International Education Services (IES) are looking for a highly organised, hardworking individual with excellent personable and communicative skills to join our team of 130 instructors teaching EFL in businesses and schools. ABOUT US: We are a market-leading communication training consultancy incorporated in 1969 in Japan. Headquartered in Tokyo, IES has almost 50 years of experience designing and conducting business, technical, order-made, and cross-cultural communication programs...  [Read more]

Teach Young Learners EFL in Japan Date posted:2020-04-04 | Writer: Tamaki TEFL Recruitment (TTR) | Email: [email protected] Regarding the current Covid-19 pandemic, we hope that everyone is safe and well as we fight this together! We are still recruiting EFL teachers as normal for summer 2020 onwards. At Tamaki TEFL Recruitment (TTR), we represent one of the top language schools in Japan, who have over 1,300 classroom locations all around Japan! This is a private language school position so the class sizes are much smaller than what you would find in a public school. The teaching style is very active and the use of songs, flashcards, games are all part of the lesson. If you have a lot of energy, this is the right match for you! This role is teaching young learners from...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Is English Challenging to Learn for Japanese Students? Japanese are known for being disciplined, dedicated, and hardworking individuals not only in their work but also in other aspects of their life like hobbies and studies. But why is it difficult for them to learn English despite their strong dedication, patience, efforts, and determination? Table of Contents My Teaching Experience But still, the Japanese cannot speak English, why is that? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Princess D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. My Teaching Experience I've been teaching English...  [Read more]

Teaching Positions Available in Japan from October/November Date posted:2022-07-30 | Writer: Tamaki TEFL Recruitment | Email: [email protected] At Tamaki TEFL Recruitment (TTR), we represent one of the top language schools in Japan. This is a private language school position so the class sizes are much smaller than what you would find in a public school. The teaching style is very active and the use of songs, flashcards, games are all part of the lesson. If you have a lot of energy, this is the right match for you!This role is teaching young learners from the age range of 2 years to 15 year olds, but the majority of the lessons would focus on 6-12 year old students. There will also be some lessons with children that are 1 years old and for these lessons the parents would...  [Read more]

Sat, 03 Nov 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Teaching Ideas The Most Common Problems Students in Japan Face When Learning English Japan is a country facing rapid change. Due to an aging population and a scarcity of workers, Japan is opening its borders to foreigners, many of whom speak English. This, along with the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, has led to an increase in demand for English teachers. I currently work in Japan, and have had the experience of teaching English to high school Japanese students for the past year. Over the course of this year, I've learned of many problems that students in Japan face when learning English. Of those, the top three problems for students in Japan are pronunciation, shyness, and large class sizes. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post:...  [Read more]

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Systematic Problems for Learners of English in Japan Next year, Japan will host the thirty-second Olympiad in the capital city of Tokyo. To correspond with the timing of the 2020 Olympics, Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (hereafter MEXT) has laid out a plan for the reform of English education to meet the future needs of Japanese students in a globalized world. However, this plan presents several challenges for current and future learners of English in the Japanese educational system. Table of Contents Education System Modernization Demand in English-Speaking Professional Teachers JET Program Peculiarities International Examination for Japanese English Learners Do you want to teach English...  [Read more]

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 Shanique Hutchinson Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Being a Cultural Ambassador in Japan: the Other Side of the EFL Experience Throughout my scholastic journey, I have been exposed to various foreign languages such as: Spanish, French, Japanese and Chinese. Apart from learning the lexical and grammatical structures of these languages, I was apprised of other cultural elements of the countries that spoke these languages through various materials as well as interacting with natives from these territories. This deep rooted love affair with other cultures, specifically languages, stirred my future aspirations to become a cultural ambassador. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Cultural exchange and classroom teaching Cultural exchange outside of...  [Read more]

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My Experience as an Assistant Language Teacher in Japanese Elementary and Junior High Schools I am in my 3rd year of working in the countryside of Japan as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) in public elementary and junior high schools. An ALT's official job description is to be the assistant to a Japanese Teacher of Language (JTL). In my experience, especially in elementary schools, the ALT is not seen as an assistant but as "the English teacher" since the regular homeroom teacher has no training or experience with ESL. In most cases, the ALT has a degree in a field unrelated to teaching and has no qualifications. Table of Contents Japanese Education System ALT Training My Unexpected Discovery Language Course Peculiarities Do...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Cultural Sensitivity In Japan So, you've just finished a delicious meal of sushi at your favorite sushi restaurant in Tokyo. The waitress comes by and leaves the check at your table, you place your money inside, hand it back, and she shortly returns with the receipt. You proceed to place a generous tip on the table to thank her for her wonderful service, and you show yourself out of the restraint, back to the busy streets of Tokyo. Can you spot something that you shouldn't have done in this scenario? Table of Contents Foreign point of view Behavior Other Cultural Symbols Presents Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zachary B. Please note...  [Read more]

TEFL Certified Teachers Needed Immediately in Japan Date posted:2015-07-15 | Writer: Heart English School | Email: [email protected] Heart English School is seeking new native-level EFL teachers who are available now, or for the next school year. The new school year will start in April 2016, and we will have positions all over the Kanto area starting in April, May, or June. Locations include Tokyo, Saitama, Chiba, Ibaraki, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Gunma, Tochigi, Yamanashi and Iwate. The primary positions offered by Heart are Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) and English Teacher. The two major responsibilities of these positions are to provide excellent quality English lessons and to facilitate the internationalization of Japanese students.     Positions are typically 5...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Japan Date posted:2006-06-23 | Writer: Westgate Corporation | Email: [email protected] Teach in Japan - More Than 100 EFL Instructors Needed For University Program's Fall 2006 Term and Academy Program's Year 2006!! ==WESTGATE CORPORATION EMPLOYS APPROXIMATELY 380 ENGLISH INSTRUCTORS PER YEAR!== ==We are pleased to announce that our survey in the past 3 years shows more than 70% of our instructors wish to renew the contract with us, and we actually have many returning instructors!== WESTGATE is looking for highly motivated EFL/ESL instructors to teach conversational English to Japanese university students at universities for approx. 3 to 4 months (UNIVERSITY PROGRAM), to Japanese elementary school children at elementary/primary schools for approx. 3 months (YOUNG...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Hue, Vietnam Date posted:2009-02-03 | Writer: MUNDO Group Pte. Ltd | Email: [email protected] MUNDO ESL School in Hue, Vietnam is recruiting TEFL qualified teachers to begin in February and March 2009. MUNDO School is a unique and reputable institution offering courses in all levels of English fluency as well as academic preparation programs, courses specific to various sectors such as tourism or public service, and an expanding second language program including Japanese as a foreign language. Hue is the historic, cultural and educational capital of Vietnam, situated in the heart of the country. It offers a very affordable lifestyle and ample opportunities to travel and to experience the essence of life in beautiful Vietnam. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree,...  [Read more]

TEFL in Japan - Kumano Date posted:2003-11-25 | Writer: KICC English School | Email: [email protected] Positions: Rural Japan ENTHUSIASTIC AND ENERGETIC TEACHERS WANTED KICC English School, located in the spectacular rural region of Kumano, is seeking to fill two full time positions. Starting date will be February 23, 2004 with a contract length of one year, renewable with the agreement of both parties. Though not a requirement, special consideration will be given to teachers who have an education background, especially those with experience teaching in Japan. Basic computer skills are required. We have furnished houses and provide sponsorship so that you can obtain a working visa or extend your existing working visa. Numerous teaching resources and materials are available....  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Japan (3) Date posted:2012-08-20 | Writer: Nichii York Academy | Email: [email protected] Nichii Gakkan, a leading company in the nursing and medical assistant field as well as the education field, is expanding its business and opening schools for people studying English as a second language. We are recruiting TEFL qualified Native and Non-Native English speaking instructors who can teach English to kids and adults, and also encourage them to learn with us. Benefits package includes a salary of around ¥250,000 per month, together with an incentive scheme. DescriptionJob description and responsibilities* Teach students using the established curriculum of company effectively, and offer attractive lessons for the students who come regularly* Evaluate students...  [Read more]

TEFL in Kumano, Japan Date posted:2004-04-29 | Writer: KICC English School | Email: [email protected] KICC English School, located in the spectacular rural region of Kumano, is seeking to fill a full time position. Starting date will be in July, 2004 with a contract length of one year, renewable with the agreement of both parties. Though not a requirement, special consideration will be given to teachers who have an education background, especially those with experience teaching in Japan. Basic computer skills are required. We have furnished houses and provide sponsorship so that you can obtain a working visa or extend your existing working visa. Numerous teaching resources and materials are available. There are weekly brain-storming meetings which can help you adjust to your new...  [Read more]

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs Looking to embark on an adventure abroad while making a positive impact as an English teacher? Government-run TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs offer an incredible opportunity to do just that. These well-organized initiatives, often backed by various countries' governments, provide aspiring educators with a unique chance to teach English in foreign lands, all while gaining an unforgettable cross-cultural experience. Table of Contents 1. FEI/TAPIF — France: International/USA Applications and Eligibility 2. NET Scheme in Hong Kong How to Qualify for the HK NET Scheme Category One requires: 3. CETP Hungary Application Process 4. JET Japan Application...  [Read more]

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 Amanda Stern Destinations Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Learning the Local Lingo When Teaching English Abroad Foreign language learning is a massively rewarding undertaking; going from stilted greetings to lively conversations can make you feel like a multi-million lottery winner. Of course, it's also quite intimidating to start the learning process. In your home country, it's simple to find a spot in a classroom with a native speaker, or for those who are more intrinsically motivated, self-study may be a viable option. Table of Contents Making the Leap One-on-One Tutors Language Exchange Community Centres Mixing it Together Related Articles: Making the Leap You're most likely here because you're interested in teaching abroad, and may feel intimidated by the future...  [Read more]