Teaching Assistant In Japanese

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences 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. Japanese Education System ALT Training My Unexpected Discovery Language Course Peculiarities Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-05-15 | Writer: Stonehill Primary School | Email: [email protected] Stonehill International School is looking for an experienced and committed Teaching Assistant for our International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP). Candidates should have a keen interest in working with students aged 3-12 to support their learning in the Arts. This role will help support our Primary Performing and Visual Arts Programme. Ideally you will have a minimum of 2 years experience (after education/internship) in a PYP school, and be interested in the Arts. Stonehill typically prefers candidates with experience in international schools, a clear understanding of teaching and learning, good communication skills, and a clear commitment to the IB PYP philosophy. Primary Teaching...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-09-11 | Writer: International Schools Partnership | Email: [email protected] Are you a recent TEFL qualified graduate looking for an opportunity to work overseas? Are you considering a career in teaching? Would you like to become part of a team working hard to make their school the school of choice? The International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a growing group of committed colleagues in financially responsible schools around the world, all of which aim to be the school of choice in their local area. We have an exciting opportunity for you; we are currently recruiting Graduate Learning Assistants for our schools in Santiago, Chile. Graduate Language Assistants work as full-time members of support staff in a school assisting with the day to day teaching and learning...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-04-28 | Writer: English Nursery and Primary School | Email: [email protected] English Nursery and Primary School is looking for enthusiastic and hardworking native level English speaking Assistant Teachers to join our team in late August 2021. Additional skills like teaching PE/ Dance or Art is very welcomed.We are searching for someone who:• is passionate about supporting children’s development• will hold high expectations and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child• possesses excellent interpersonal skills or any creative/sports skills• will be committed to working in partnership with teachers and parents• is committed to their own professional development• TEFL/TESOL preferredIn return we can offer:• children who are hardworking and...  [Read more]

Date posted:2025-01-10 | Writer: Western International School of Shanghai | Email: [email protected] The Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Teaching Assistant for Lower Elementary. Purpose Statement Teaching Assistants are responsible for working with individual, small groups and large groups of students as guided by classroom teachers. Teaching Assistants will work in close collaboration with all members of their classroom team, creating a safe and stimulating learning environment for WISS students. Teaching Assistants will support all members of the Early Years Team in accordance with the philosophy and core values of WISS. Teaching Assistants report directly to the Lower Elementary Principal whilst their day to day duties and...  [Read more]

1. What are English teaching assistant programs abroad? 2. How can I apply for English teaching assistant programs abroad? 3. What are the benefits of participating in English teaching assistant programs abroad? 4. What are some popular English teaching assistant programs abroad? English teaching assistant programs abroad are opportunities for individuals to immerse themselves in a different culture while assisting local teachers in teaching English as a foreign language. These programs are designed to provide native or fluent English speakers with the chance to gain teaching experience, cultural exchange, and personal growth while living and working in a foreign country. Participants typically work in schools, language institutes, or community centers, helping students improve their...  [Read more]

Asia Ridley TEFL Information Alumni Experiences English education in Japan has been prominent for decades and starts in elementary schools. It is in high demand as the relationship between the U.S. and Japan as well as the abundant amount of tourism. Last year straight after graduating from university in the United States, I moved to Japan and began teaching English. I was fortunate to pass the interviews and become part of the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme {JET}. Being an assistant language teacher {ALT} in the Japanese education system versus a conversation school has its differences. Therefore I will be diving into how one can contribute to the classroom as an ALT. Japanese Elementary School Collaborating with your Homeroom Teacher Outside of the classroom Conclusion Are you...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Having been an English teacher of high school students in Japan for the past 2 years, I have noticed that motivation in the classroom is as much dependent on the students as it is on me as the teacher. There are three aspects that I have identified and used in my environment to get the student motivated and engaged. The Japanese culture is largely conservative and group orientated and those are crucial to take into account if one is to succeed in their teaching career in Japan. The following plays a big role in setting a tone whereby students are motivated and engaged. Those aspects are culture, societal pressure, and peer pressure. Culture Societal perception Peer pressure Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

Date posted:2020-06-11 | Writer: Hermann Lietz Schule Schloss Bieberstein | Email: [email protected] Schloss Bieberstein is a private boarding school situated near Fulda (about an 1.5 hours drive from Frankfurt/Main). It can be found in an old castle on top of a hill, with the nearest village in walking distance. We are looking for an English Language Assistant who is avialble to start work by 24th August. This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified TEFL graduate.Bieberstein is home to about 95 students aged between 14 and 20, who are organized in so-called “family groups” of up to 12 students. Each group is supervised by a teacher living on campus with the students. Since the relationship between teachers and students is closer than in state schools, students and teachers...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-07-12 | Writer: Hermann Lietz Schule Schloss Bieberstein | Email: [email protected] Schloss Bieberstein is a private boarding school situated near Fulda (about an 1.5 hours drive from Frankfurt/Main). It can be found in an old castle on top of a hill, with the nearest village in walking distance.Bieberstein is home to about 95 students aged between 14 and 20, who are organized in so-called “family groups” of up to 12 students. Each group is supervised by a teacher living on campus with the students. Since the relationship between teachers and students is closer than in state schools, students and teachers call each other by their first names and use "du" instead of "Sie".The Language Assistant is expected to participate in the school life of Bieberstein, joining...  [Read more]

1. Understanding the Japanese Classroom Environment 2. Effective Teaching Strategies for English Language Learners 3. Cultural Sensitivity and Adaptability in Teaching 4. Building Strong Relationships with Students and Colleagues Teaching English in a Japanese classroom can be a rewarding and enriching experience for educators looking to make a positive impact on students' lives. By understanding the unique cultural context and educational practices in Japan, teachers can create a supportive and engaging learning environment for English language learners. In this guide, we will explore the best practices for teaching English in a Japanese classroom, including effective teaching strategies, cultural sensitivity, and tips for building strong relationships with students and colleagues. Before...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Japan is a country with a long history, deep tradition, and vibrant culture. Within this culture sits the Japanese language. At first, being a spoken language and then adopting the Chinese Writing System, Japanese has grown and changed into what it is today. If you look at all languages, most Western languages originate from a set family, such as Romance Languages (which became today's Spanish, French, Italian, etc). But Japanese (as most Asian languages) was formed from entirely different roots. These fundamental differences mean that the method of learning these languages has a lot to do with memorization and repetitive practice of the Chinese symbols and the words they represent. Which means it is difficult to find any common ground between it and...  [Read more]

Date posted:2020-08-11 | Writer: UP INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION | Email: [email protected] Use your TEFL skills while living in Spain for eight or nine months with your expenses covered while learning the language and working in the most noble of professions: teaching!.  Does it get any better? Simply, a once in a lifetime experience! Our program offers a postgraduate free of charge( which allows to apply for a student visa if needed) that easily combines a theoretical training course and a teaching assistant placement in a Spanish school equivalent to approximately 20 teaching hours a week, under a signed agreement and a monthly grant to cover your living expenses.  The hours would be completed typically within 09.00 to 17.00 Monday to Friday,...  [Read more]

Date posted:2020-06-13 | Writer: International Schools Partnership | Email: [email protected] International Schools Partnership are currently recruiting Graduate Learning Assistants for our schools in Costa Rica. Successful applicants will be appointed to a school on a fixed-term basis for the academic year. This is an ideal position for recently qualified EFL teachers. After successful completion of the programme, GLAs may be able to apply for and complete an iPGCE at one of our schools with a view to becoming a permanent teacher.The GLA programme has been specifically designed to provide recent graduates who are interested in a teaching career with the opportunity to work as teaching assistants in our international schools. It’s the perfect opportunity for those looking to...  [Read more]

Are you considering teaching English in Japan? With its unique culture, advanced technology, and high demand for English teachers, Japan is a popular destination for those looking to teach English as a foreign language. In this article, we will explore the best Japanese cities for English teaching jobs, providing valuable insights into the top locations for ESL teachers in Japan. As the bustling capital city of Japan, Tokyo offers a wide range of opportunities for English teachers. With a vibrant expat community, numerous language schools, and international companies, Tokyo is a hub for English language education. From prestigious universities to private language institutes, there are plenty of options for ESL teachers in Tokyo. Additionally, the city's efficient public transportation...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-07-26 | Writer: Heart Corporation | Email: [email protected] Ready for your next big adventure?!Why not help teach English in Japan, as an Assistant Language Teacher!We are seeking enthusiastic teachers and graduates for the 2022 Japanese schools year. We are always looking for candidates who have a passion for teaching and are willing to assist Japanese students in fulfilling the dreams of speaking with you without the fear of making a mistake. They may not know it at first, but your voice will help propel them into the world of English at a young age.Assistant Language Teacher(ALT)The role of an ALT has two main duties: Providing fun and effective English lessons and Internationalizing Japanese youth. Japanese youth have very few opportunities to interact with...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-07-15 | Writer: English Wizards | Email: [email protected] Become a Language Assistant in Krakow, Poland, and use your TEFL skills to experience European culture first-hand while getting hands-on teaching experience in a fun and relaxed environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified EFL teacher. As a Language Assistant you will work 10-20 hours per week in public schools, private schools, day cares, preschools, and summer camps as an ambassador of the English language and your home culture. As a Language Assistant, you'll have all the fun of teaching and none of the pain! Classes are generally casual and based around games, activities, or conversation, and are meant to be fun for the teacher as well as the students. You will also never be...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences During my stay in Japan, Japanese people often told me how they can't communicate in English despite studying the language for six or more years in school. In Japan, students in junior and senior high learn English grammar and vocabulary in compulsory formal English classes. English is also taught in elementary school as foreign language activities. Yet despite spending several hours in English classes, many Japanese people graduate high school with poor English communication skills. Education system Class culture Learning goals Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rachel M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Daisy C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Grammar Pronunciation Japanese schools Japanese culture Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: One problem facing many Japanese students learning English is differentiating between countable and uncountable nouns. In the Japanese language, the same word is often used for 'much' and 'many'. In English, 'much' is used to describe countable nouns, and 'many' is used to describe uncountable nouns. A problem facing many EFL learners, especially Japanese learners, is idioms. The English language has thousands of idioms, which are used in everyday life. These are...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences 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 Proficiency Index in 2017, Japanese English proficiency is 35th out of 72...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A large number of obstacles can arise for the students when learning a foreign language. Some of these problems are related to the contrast between the mother language and the learned language. About the differences between L1 and L2, there is plenty of research in the field of contrastive linguistics. Moreover, regarding that topic, many papers can be found comparing English to Japanese with the aim to address the problems of Japanese learners of English. However, other predicaments with the apprehension of the L2 can develop when teachers underestimate the importance of the cultural dimension of the language taught. Concerning that particular impediment, less scientific literature exists. In this essay, the discussion will focus on several issues of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In Japan, elementary schools typically employ an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) to provide support to homeroom teachers during English classes. I have been working in such a capacity for the past two and a half years, first through an international program and currently as a direct-hire via my local city hall. Until recently, mandatory English classes at the elementary school level have been limited to the fifth and sixth grades, but new national requirements are being rolled out that will require mandatory English classes as early as third grade while doubling English classroom hours for the fifth and sixth grades. English Language Tests Designing Activities Team Building Group Lesson Planning Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-12-04 | Writer: Active English School | Email: [email protected] Active English School in Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan is looking for an energetic, versatile and professional native English teacher to begin working in the beginning of February or April, 2023. Position available:- Conversation Teachers at the private English schoolOur school is small, friendly and family-owned.Students range from 2 to 70 years of age.  Working with us is a great opportunity to get to know students on a personal level and participate in cultural exchange.Nagano prefecture is centrally located with great access to hiking, skiing or snowboarding, and hot springs.  Shiojiri is a small, quiet city about 20 minutes from Matsumoto and 2.5 hours from Tokyo...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences I have been living in Japan for the past one and a half years. Needless to say, the experience has been enthralling. This country would have never been my first choice for a country to relocate to, from my home country, India. But if my stay has taught me anything, it is that never judge a book by its cover. When we think of Japan, the first thing that pops up is that it is a country of workaholics; it has zero English presence, and the people are highly prejudiced against foreigners and foreign culture. I was proven wrong. Japan is a beautiful country. It is culturally so rich, it makes me want to live here forever. The people, though tend to be a little distant initially, a warm-up to you eventually, and once they do, they could move mountains for...  [Read more]

Date posted:2020-03-05 | Writer: Globo Education | Email: [email protected] Globo Education is a company with many years of experience in Education. We are currently looking for Conversation Assistants in English willing to support the teaching activities of the (Italian) EFL teachers employed in the Italian Schools (Primary to Upper-Secondary). The Language Assistants will be working for 25 hours per week for a period of time that may vary between 3 to 6 months up to a maximum of 1 year. REQUIREMENTS: Assistants should hold a degree and a TEFL certificate and previous experience will be a plus. OTHER DETAILS: Accommodation will be provided for the required amount of time spent in Italy. It can be both homestay or independent accommodation. BENEFITS: Flexible working hours Job Types:...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences I work in two schools. I am an assistant language teacher at one commercial (low-level English) high school, and an integrated (high-level English) academic junior high and high school. I have had experiences with different kinds of students, Japanese-English teachers, and classroom atmospheres. In Japan, students take an entrance exam to get into high school. If they scored low on the entrance exam, then they are placed in the lowest ranking class. Each school has a certain number of classrooms for each grade. Both of my high schools have six classes total for each grade. There are usually around forty to forty-two students in each class as well. Teaching forty plus students in a crowded classroom is difficult. And unlike many stereotypes of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What's the most difficult part of learning a new language? Is it writing? Perhaps it's the reading or memorizing new vocabulary? Well for some it's speaking the new language, specifically when it comes to pronunciation. Every language has its unique ways or pronouncing their vowels and constants as well as how they form their sentence structure. Especially this write up will focus on Japanese English as a Second Language (ESL) students and the difficulties they face while learning English and its pronunciation. Japanese Writing Teaching Approach Pronunciation Differences Further Steps 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 that this...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Japan is a country continuously changing at a rapid pace largely due to globalization and marketing. With its growing popularity and necessity, difficulties are sure to arise for people learning English and specifically, in Japan. To fully understand all the problems learners face in Japan, it is important to realize why English is so widely being studied in the first place. Firstly, students must study English for 6 years throughout primary and high school. As well as being part of the Japanese schooling system, the advantages of being able to speak English are endless. The benefits of finding a job or being able to communicate whilst abroad are common motives. However in Japan specifically, more so than western countries, the education and pressure put...  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-05-16 | Writer: International School of Gabon Ruban Vert | Email: [email protected] We are looking for qualified, internationally-minded educators with experience of inquiry-based and whole-child learning and a commitment to contributing to a multicultural community, to join us from September 2024. See the job descriptions below and contact us via [email protected] for further information. Ecole Ruban Vert’s history dates back to 2013 when it began as a small school offering a unique blend of bilingual, internationally focused education to a small number of children. Since then the school has grown and is a leading institution offering a first class education from Foundation Stage to post-secondary level providing a progressive education with stability and...  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-09-19 | Writer: Wells International Preschool | Email: [email protected] Nestled in the historic city of Kamakura, our campus offers a vibrant blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. This picturesque location is famed for its ancient temples, including the iconic Great Buddha, scenic hiking trails, and sandy beaches along the Shonan coast. Just a short train ride from Tokyo, Kamakura provides a tranquil yet inspiring setting for teaching and learning. It's an ideal environment for those who appreciate outdoor activities, cultural explorations, and a community-focused lifestyle. Join us at Wells International Preschool in Kamakura, where education meets tradition and nature. AccessOur campus is a 15 minutes’ walk from Kamakura Station on the JR Yokosuka and Shonan...  [Read more]