Teaching English As A Second Language In Japan

TEFL course near me (Asia) It is no secret that Asia has more English language teaching jobs than any other region and the average salaries are often high in comparison to other parts of the world. Every one of our training centers is located in an area where the demand for TEFL qualified teachers is strong and many of our graduates are able to secure a teaching position straight after finishing their course. Where you decide to complete your in-class TEFL course is entirely up to you, but you can rest assured that every center runs the same high level training in modern, welcoming surroundings. Table of Contents In-class TEFL courses in Asia In-class TEFL course Cambodia In-class TEFL course Japan In-class TEFL course Nepal In-class TEFL course South Korea In-class TEFL course Thailand...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Japan - Hiroshima Date posted:2003-03-06 | Writer: David English House | Email: [email protected] Applicants should have a qualification in teaching English as a foreign or second language, two years teaching experience, and should feel positive about teaching children (we will provide training in this). David English House is a friendly and professional school. We are respected throughout Japan for our teaching standards and our teacher training courses. We are the Japan representative for various Distance MAs have had a number of courses published internationally, and support and encourage the professional development of teachers around Japan in many ways. For more information, please send an e-mail to David Paul at <[email protected] Below you...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems Japan Faces in Developing English as a Second Language There are several challenges Japan faces when it comes to learning English as a second language. Japanese culture is a bubble. Everything, including their ad signs, TV, games, government, studies, work and even the internet is filled with one language; Japanese. In a world of globalization, where your goods and services can come from literally any part of the globe. Japan is one of the few remaining homogenous cultures where English is still seen as an optional language. As the global economy becomes more global, the English language will likely become less optional, but essential. In addition to the cultural issues, Japan's English curriculum in the school is...  [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]

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 How to Help Chinese Native Speakers to Follow English Grammar Rules in Speaking | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how to teach grammar to Chinese native speakers. What is Easier: Group Teaching or Individual Classes? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on group lessons and one-to-one classes. Common Problems Japanese Learners of English Experience | ITTT | TEFL...  [Read more]

Teach English in Japan - Hiroshima Date posted:2003-01-10 | Writer: David English House | Email: [email protected] David English House has a number of positions in Hiroshima, Japan starting in early March 2003. Some include teaching part-time at university (these positions require a masters degree), some involve teaching mainly children, and others involve teaching a range of age-groups and teaching part-time at a high school. Applicants should have a qualification in teaching English as a foreign/second language or be specialists in teaching children. All applicants should feel positive about the possibility of teaching elementary school children in small classes. David English House is a friendly and professional school. We are respected throughout Japan for our teaching...  [Read more]

Employment teaching TEFL in Japan Date posted:2003-11-28 | Writer: Bernard English School of Japan | Email: [email protected] Bernard School is looking for friendly, motivated, reliable, enthusiastic individuals who love to have fun while teaching English. Can you commit to a one-year contract? Located in the second fastest growing region of Japan, this thriving area is just 60 km north of Tokyo in Southern Ibaraki. Bernard English School is the largest establishment in the area and has been here for the past sixteen years. Consisting of 14 learning centers; each class has an average of 3 - 4 learner, giving maximum learning potential for the students. Do you have the attribute to help children as young as three learn a new language, and still have the ability to adjust to a high level...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Easy Solutions for Problems Faced by Japanese Students in English Learning a second language can be difficult and depending on the learner's mother tongue, it can present challenges unique to a certain group of people. More specifically, there are several unique challenges for Japanese native speakers who are learning English and vice versa. English can be difficult for Japanese native speakers for various reasons such as difficulty distinguishing certain sounds, the use of katakana to teach English words, and drastically different sentence structure. Table of Contents Difficult Sounds Vocabulary Typical to Japanese Only Sentence Structure Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was...  [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 What Does First Language Acquisition Dependent On? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers the reasons of language acquisition. How does FLA differs from SLA? A Short Guide for Preparing Course Materials for TEFL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is a guide on creating teaching materials. Our TEFL graduate explains how to choose materials correctly and how to implement the in teaching. Alumni Story: How Have I Been Learning...  [Read more]

TEFL in Oita, Japan Date posted:2004-09-03 | Writer: Keio Academy Inc. | Email: [email protected] We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual (a native English speaker) to teach below each: A)Mainly young children aged from 3 to 12 including pre-school to elementary students B)Mainly students aged 13 to adult including Jr. high school to adult students We have regular English Conversation lessons, Business English courses and Company Lessons (Company Lesson: a teacher goes to a company and teaches the employees). We also have contracts with many Elementary and Junior High Schools, and Junior Colleges. In addition, we have an in-house Kindergarten entirely taught in English. We will give preference to applicants who have a degree, TESOL/CELTA certification and/or...  [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]

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Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories What Helped Me in Building Relationships With English Learners in Japan Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their story of working in Japan. They explain how they built relationships with the students and what helped them. The Differences of Acquiring Mandarin Chinese as the First Language and English as the Second Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers some striking differences between acquiring Chinese Mandarin as the first language and English as a second language. Why Classroom Management is Important for Learning Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate considers the problem of classroom management as...  [Read more]

TEFL Teaching Job in Gifu, Japan Date posted:2009-04-30 | Writer: Let\'s English | Email: [email protected] Let's English, based in the beautiful prefecture of Gifu in central Japan, is looking for a native English-speaking couple for one full-time position and one part-time position. Job description: Location: Mizuho City, Gifu prefecture; Contract: One year (renewable), starting August 1st 2009. Full training provided; Salary: 238,000 yen per month for full-timer, 2,600 yen per hour for part-timer Hours: 24-26 hours per week for full-timer, 16-22 hours for part-timer; Apartment: Fully furnished apartment provided (rent subsidized and discussed in interview). There are no insidious upfront costs with Let’s English. We do not require any key money or deposits and you don’t...  [Read more]

Full-Time TEFL Jobs in Japan Date posted:2019-05-06 | Writer: Shunan English School | Email: [email protected] Shunan English School (SES) in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, is seeking two native level speakers of English to start full-time TEFL positions on July 15th 2019 and July 22nd 2019 respectively, for a monthly salary of 250,000 yen with a contract completion bonus of 50,000 yen. A bachelor's degree from a four-year university is required, as well as a valid driver’s license. A TESOL or similar teaching degree, and experience teaching English as a second language are preferred. 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...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching English to Beginners in Japan Japanese is certainly one of the most interesting languages in the world thanks to its three types of writing (hiragana, katakana and kanji). Table of Contents International Links Main Challenges: Phonetic System Main Challenges: Exposure to English Main Challenges: Grammar Main Challenges: Beginners Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Desiree I. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. International Links After the outbreak of intercontinental travel (therefore with the appearance of commercialization and missionaries around the world) many...  [Read more]

TEFL Position in Japan Date posted:2013-07-16 | Writer: Shunan English School | Email: [email protected] Shunan English School (SES) in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, is currently seeking a native level speaker of English to start a full-time EFL teaching position on September 30, 2013, with a six-day training period starting from September 23rd to September 28th, for a monthly salary of 253,000 yen. A bachelor's degree from a four-year university is required, as well as a valid driver’s license. A TESOL, TEFL or similar teaching qualification, and experience teaching English as a second language are preferred. 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...  [Read more]

English Teacher Needed in Yamaguchi, Japan Date posted:2023-06-04 | Writer: Shunan English School | Email: [email protected] Shunan English School (SES) in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, is seeking one native English speaker to start a full-time teaching position on August 1, 2023 for a monthly salary of 250,000 yen with a contract completion bonus of 50,000 to 100,000yen.A bachelor's degree from a four-year university is required, as well as a valid driver’s license. A TESOL certificate or similar teaching qualification and experience teaching English as a second language are preferred. A company car is provided and, for a small insurance fee, is available for private use. National health insurance is available, or, if employees wish, they may purchase health insurance from a private...  [Read more]

Opportunity For TEFL Qualified Teacher in Yamaguchi-ken, Japan Date posted:2012-03-13 | Writer: Shunan English School | Email: [email protected] Shunan English School (SES) in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, is currently seeking a native speaker of English to start a full-time teaching position on May 10, 2012, with a three-day training period to start on May 7-9, for a monthly salary of 253,000 yen. A TESOL, TEFL or equivalent qualification and bachelor's degree is required, and experience teaching English as a second language is preferred. 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...  [Read more]

EFL Teaching Position in Japan Date posted:2012-12-05 | Writer: I/You Eikaiwa | Email: [email protected] Full-time EFL instructor needed from the middle of March in 2013, to teach English communication skills to all ages at a private language school, I/You Eikaiwa, in Sendai, a city of nearly one million people in northeastern Honshu. Small classes in a local area, but bigger kindergarten classes, too. Must enjoy working with small children. University graduate with TEFL/TESL experience preferred. One-year contract (minimum, renewable for second year if both parties are in agreement.). JOB DUTIES: Up to 95 hours of teaching per month. Fifty to sixty hours per month of curriculum and materials development, meetings, and workshops. SALARY: ¥235,000/month for first year. Overtime pay...  [Read more]

Teaching English to Children in Japan Date posted:2018-02-05 | Writer: Rise Recruiting Services | Email: [email protected] Rise Recruiting Services has been partnered for five years with a long-established, nation-wide English as a second language company in Japan with the purpose of sending them ESL teachers for minimum yearlong contracts. These positions are to teach exclusively CHILDREN up to the age of 15, and we are looking for candidates with the aptitude and desire to thrive in this kind of environment using their TEFL skills. BENEFITS: •             Visa sponsorship •             Competitive salary (starting at 250,000 Yen per month)...  [Read more]

TEFL in Obu, Japan Date posted:2004-04-12 | Writer: J\'s English School | Email: [email protected] Applicants need to enjoy working with children as the classes are mainly teaching children. Experience with teaching children and/or teaching qualifications preferred. Must be able to interview in Japan within the next two weeks. 250, 000 yen/month, daily commute fees paid, housing assistance provided if needed, visa sponsorship available, five weeks of paid vacation/year, one and two year contracts, finishing bonus after second year. We pride our school on its warm and friendly atmosphere. We have a set curriculum for all of the children's classes that has been designed by the teachers, so that they feel comfortable teaching the material. Our students, teachers and staff really take an active...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The 2 Pronunciation Problems ESL Students Suffer From in Japan There are several pronunciation problems that students of English will face in Japan; however, I will focus on two. Table of Contents 1. Differences in the phonetic systems of two languages 2. Lack of exposure to authentic English resources Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Brandie K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. 1. Differences in the phonetic systems of two languages The first of these problems they face is the fact that Japanese doesn't have some of the same sounds in its' alphabet as English...  [Read more]

Mon, 25 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What are The Challenges for English Learners in Japan? I have taught in a Japanese high school for the past four years as an assistant language teacher, which gives me a particular insight into the problems and advantages of EFL in that area. This will naturally require some generalizations. Individuals have very different problems from one another, but broader shared issues do crop up. Table of Contents My experience Japanese average Gap between two languages Japanese culture can also make teaching difficult Another aspect of the culture that can make things difficult is the island mentality of Japan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Vacancy For EFL Teacher in Japan Date posted:2012-10-23 | Writer: Shunan English School | Email: [email protected] Shunan English School (SES) in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, is currently seeking a native English  speaking EFL teacher to start a full-time teaching position on December 17, 2012, with a five-day training period to start on December 10-14, for a monthly salary of 253,000 yen.  A bachelor's degree from a four-year university is required, as well as a valid driver’s license. A TESOL, TEFL or similar teaching qualification, and experience teaching English as a second language are preferred. 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...  [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]

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 Amanda Stern Alumni Experiences Comparing Foreign Language Learning in Japan and Canada Globalization has been changing our world. Once foreign cultures have become more and more familiar, and some even hit the global mainstream, such as Bollywood film and the recent wave of K-pop. One thing aiding in bridging this gap would be the rise of interest in bilingualism and multilingualism. Table of Contents Canada: Fluency and Productive Skills Language Fluency Productive Skills Japan: Accuracy and Reception Skills Accuracy Reception Skills Balacing Fluency and Accuracy Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Many children are in education systems where a second language is mandatory to study from a young age. For example, In Canada,...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences An Overview of Common Challenges of ESL Students from Japan Japan is a nation that has tried to increase its citizens' English ability, especially with the upcoming 2020 Olympic Games being held in their country. However, progress has been slow and not fruitful. There are various reasons for this slow stagnation of the nation's English abilities such as the larger academic system and access to proper education in rural areas. However, I will focus on three main hurdles that Japanese learners of English must face that can impede their English education. Table of Contents Japanese vs. English Phonetics Alphabet Japanese English Class Style Problems Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations The 10 Best Cities in Japan for Teaching English Japan has been a popular destination for teaching English abroad for many years. This is mainly due to the country's vibrant culture, the great food and friendly locals. Japan has a lot to offer and it can be overwhelming to find the ideal city to move to. This post looks at the 10 best cities in Japan for teaching English abroad. All cities are listed in no particular order. Table of Contents 1. Tokyo 2. Yokohama 3. Kyoto 4. Osaka 5. Nagoya 6. Hiroshima 7. Fukuoka 8. Kobe 9. Sapporo 10. Takayama Are you ready for your teaching adventure in Japan? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Also check out our other related Japan...  [Read more]

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