When To Get Visa For Japan

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]

The Most Popular TEFL Destinations For Teachers The 3 Most Important Chinese Policies to Know For Teaching Expats in China Elizaveta Pachina Visa and Legal Destinations China is the largest market for teaching English abroad. However, the country is tightening local rules and regulations to crack down on illegal teachers. This post highlights the 3 most important Chinese policies to know for teaching expats in China! Top 4 Tips How to Find a Teaching Job in China Elizaveta Pachina Destinations Are you interested in teaching English in China? Here are the top 4 tips how to find a teaching job in China. 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in Rural Japan Laura Payne Destinations Are you interested in teaching English in Japan? Here are five reasons why teaching in...  [Read more]

What do I need to teach English abroad? The majority of people who complete a TEFL certification course will head overseas to live and work in schools and language centers across the world. However, the job hunting process and securing work permits etc can require a range of different documents that varies from one job to the next. To ensure the whole process runs smoothly, you should make sure you have everything you might need as far in advance as possible. What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? Typically, anyone traveling to a foreign country requires a passport that is valid for at least six months. In some situations your passport must be valid for a full year, so the best advice is to ensure your passport has two years or more remaining to allow for an...  [Read more]

What do I need to teach English abroad? The majority of people who complete a TEFL certification course will head overseas to live and work in schools and language centers across the world. However, the job hunting process and securing work permits etc can require a range of different documents that varies from one job to the next. To ensure the whole process runs smoothly, you should make sure you have everything you might need as far in advance as possible. Table of Contents What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? What documents will I need when applying for English teaching jobs? What additional documents might be required for teaching English abroad? How do I apply for a new passport (or gain an extension to an existing one) in the U.S.A? How do I apply for...  [Read more]

TEFL in Kazo City, Japan Date posted:2006-11-09 | Writer: Intersect SFL | Email: [email protected] INTERSECT SFL is seeking an enthusiastic teacher for a one-year contract beginning Dec 23rd, 2006 Intersect SFL is a private English conversation school with relaxed, playful and energetic atmosphere. You would love it if you are a creative teacher! Students range from children to adults. *Working hours are generally from 2:00 to 9:00 pm, Monday to Thursday and Saturday *Some classes are held outside regular working hours. *Friday and Sunday are always vacation days. *More than 3 weeks paid holidays a year. Requirements. *The teacher must obtain or posses a working holiday visa or currently resides in Japan with a valid visa. *BA (preferable), ESL experience & experience...  [Read more]

TEFL in Japan - Western Date posted:2006-07-12 | Writer: Ube Foreign Language Center | Email: [email protected]   Ube Foreign Language Center is seeking European or American teachers (include NewZealander, Australian), for a one-year contract beginning Aug.21st, 2006 Students range from children to adults. Working hours at the center are from 3:30 to 9:05 pm. Monday to Friday . Some classes are held outside regular working hours. Saturday and Sunday are always vacation days. There are 4 weeks paid holidays a year. Please send: *Resume with cover letter and photo by email. *Photocopy of passport (main pages) *College diploma and official transcripts (if available when applying) photocopies okay. *TEFL certification preferred. Pay/ Benefits. *260, 000 yen/month. *A furnished 1DK...  [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]

Full Time EFL Teacher Needed in Western Japan Date posted:2018-06-07 | Writer: Ube Foreign Language Center | Email: [email protected] Ube Foreign Language Center(Founded 1974) is seeking TEFL qualified European or American teachers, for a one-year contract in western Japan beginning on Aug.1st , 2018. We currently have 2 foreign teachers from U.S.A. Students range from children to adults. Working hours at the center are from 3:30 to 9:05 pm. Monday to Friday. Some classes are held outside regular working hours. Saturday and Sunday are always vacation days and there are 4 weeks paid holidays a year. PAY/ BENEFITS: *270,000 yen/month. *A furnished 1K apartment is available with very low rent. (32,000 yen/mo.) *National health insurance provided *Visa sponsorship available *A...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Japan - Nagano Date posted:2004-02-20 | Writer: IZUMI-SHOBO | Email: [email protected] Our staff is very small and the atmosphere very family-like and we will have positions available in our English Club and Junior High School AET positions from March (April for AET positions) 2004. Basic Terms for the positions are as follows ENGLISH CLUB POSITION: Full-time Hours: 35-40 hours per week (includes office/prep and travel time) #/Length of Classes: Average 15, 50 minute classes per week (plus other teaching duties) Class Size: Approx. 4-10 students/class (you will generally teach the same students) Days: M-F (plus 6 Saturday events; and Christmas/summer events) Izumi does hold classes on national holidays, but teachers are not required to report to the office on these...  [Read more]

How to teach English in Asia? If you are looking for the widest choice of English language teaching jobs, look no further than Asia. Across the continent you will find countless opportunities in a wide range of fascinating countries, although the requirements do vary from one to the next. Some countries are only open to native English speakers and others will require a university degree, however, there are still plenty of jobs out there for anyone with a TEFL certification. Table of Contents How do I get a job teaching English in South Korea? What are the requirements for teaching English in South Korea? What Kind of school will I work in teaching English in South Korea? What is the best way to apply for jobs teaching English in South Korea? How do I get a job teaching English in...  [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]

Are visas necessary when teaching English abroad? Before you head to the airport to start your TEFL journey it is important that you are aware of the paperwork required by the country you are planning to work in. The specific type of visa you need to gain entry to your destination country and how you gain the right to work legally there can vary enormously from one place to the next. To ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible, you should visit the relevant embassy website and do a bit of online research well before you plan to leave. What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? Typically, anyone traveling to a foreign country requires a passport that is valid for at least six months. In some situations your passport must be valid for a full year, so the best...  [Read more]

Will I get health insurance when teaching English abroad? When teaching English abroad, health insurance coverage can vary. In some cases, employers provide it, while in others, teachers may need to secure it independently. It is essential to clarify health insurance provisions during job interviews to ensure you are adequately protected. The specifics of health coverage often depend on the country and the school's policies. Here is a deeper look into health insurance considerations for ESL teachers globally. Table of Contents Will I get health insurance when teaching English in Asia? Will I get health insurance when teaching English in Europe? Will I get health insurance when teaching English in the Middle East? Will I get health insurance when teaching English in Latin America? How...  [Read more]

Full-time and Part-time EFL Teachers Needed in Narita, Japan Date posted:2011-11-08 | Writer: Omni International English | Email: [email protected] 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,...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Japan Date posted:2014-06-10 | Writer: Omni International English | Email: [email protected] Omni International English is a small private school in Narita, Chiba, Japan. We are looking for full time and part time EFL teachers with professional experience and motivation to teach young learners. Candidates should be available for a 12 month contract starting either in July or October of this year. SALARY: Full time: Each teacher will receive 250,000 yen per month. Part time: 11,000-15,000 yen/ day or 2,200`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: 53,000 yen or  63,000 yen per month. WORKING VISA: Sponsorship is provided for...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Classroom Management for Young Learners in Japan With the end goal of working in a Japanese kindergarten or pre-school, I decided to take the Teaching English to Young Learners certification course to accompany the TEFL course I recently completed through ITTT. Even though I knew the skills necessary for teaching young learners would differ from teaching learners of other ages, I found a lot of useful information in this course specifically regarding the topic of classroom management. Table of Contents How to become an English teacher in Japan Disciplining the students while still maintaining a fun learning environment Switching seating around to avoid the creation of 'cliques' in the classroom Are you ready to take your Teaching...  [Read more]

Are visas necessary when teaching English abroad? Before you head to the airport to start your TEFL journey it is important that you are aware of the paperwork required by the country you are planning to work in. The specific type of visa you need to gain entry to your destination country and how you gain the right to work legally there can vary enormously from one place to the next. To ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible, you should visit the relevant embassy website and do a bit of online research well before you plan to leave. Table of Contents What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? What documents will I need when applying for English teaching jobs? What additional documents might be required for teaching English abroad? How do I apply for a new...  [Read more]

Older Posts 4 Activities for Teaching Future Simple in the ESL Classroom Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Use these 4 activities for the ESL classroom to teach the future simple to your students and help them understand the correct structure and usage of the tense both quickly and easily. 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in Rural Japan Laura Payne Destinations Are you interested in teaching English in Japan? Here are five reasons why teaching in rural Japan is worth considering. 5 Weekend Trips You Have to Take While Teaching Abroad in Tokyo Laura Payne Destinations Are you interested in living abroad in Japan? Here are 5 weekend trips you have to take while teaching abroad in Tokyo! Top Reasons to Choose a Recruiter When Finding a Job Teaching English Abroad ...  [Read more]

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad oday's exciting topic is the top hiring seasons for teaching English abroad. We're going to go over different countries on different continents and what their hiring seasons are, so when's the best time to go job hunting. Also there will be some tips for job hunting in those places as sometimes you need to get hired in advance when you're still in your home country and you can do online interviews, but in some countries you need to apply in person. So we're going to talk about that as well. Table of Contents Watch the live session here The top hiring seasons for teaching English abroad Tiana has a question. Are there any specific job websites you'd recommend...  [Read more]

Will I get health insurance when teaching English abroad? Wherever you are teaching in the world, having adequate health insurance is obviously a very important issue. Whether it is provided by the employer or is entirely your own responsibility varies from one situation to the next so it is vital that you confirm health insurance details whenever you are interviewed for a teaching position. The following is a brief overview of health insurance around the ESL teaching world. Will I get health insurance when teaching English in Asia? The Asian continent is home to some of the world's largest and most popular ESL job markets. Health insurance is typically provided for most teachers working in countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Indonesia and Vietnam. In many cases health...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching English in Japan - Alumni Report by Gabriella S. TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! What is your nationality? Hungarian Table of Contents What is your nationality? What city and state are you from? How old are you? What is your education level and background? Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been? Where did you study? What made you interested in going to teach English abroad? What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad? Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT? Which TEFL certification course did you take? How did you like the course? How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position? Which city and country did you decide to teach English in and...  [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]

TEFL in Kumamoto, Japan Date posted:2004-04-19 | Writer: Washington Institute of Language (WIL) | Email: [email protected] Where: Washington Institute of Language ( Contact us ) (New Kikuchi Bldg. 3F, Kamitori-machi 2-30, Kumamoto City, JAPAN 860-0845) What: Full-Time Native English Teacher Male or Female [Experience teaching children (with phonics or related knowledge) and adults, accommodation available (37, 000 yen) and visa sponsorship] When: July 1, 2004 Compensation: 250, 000 yen /month Contact: Recruiter FAX: Japan (81)-96-356-0680 E-mail: [email protected] Mail: Address above. Application requirements: In your application, please include all of the following: -a cover letter explaining why you are specifically interested in this position; why you think you are a great...  [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]

Immediate Opening For EFL Teacher in Japan Date posted:2012-04-03 | Writer: Ube Foreign Language Center | Email: [email protected] Ube Foreign Language Center, a well established language school, is seeking European or American TEFL certified teachers for a one-year contract beginning on June 1st, 2012 in Yamaguchi Pref.(western part of Japan). Students range from children to adults. Working hours at the center are from 3:30 to 9:05 pm. Monday to Friday, although some classes are held outside regular working hours. Saturday and Sunday are always vacation days, and there are 4 weeks paid holidays a year. We currently have 2 foreign teachers from U.S.A and Canada.Pay/ Benefits.    *260,000 yen/month.    *A furnished 1K apartment is available with very low...  [Read more]

Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad   Hello and welcome. I'm back again this week for another live session from ITTT. Super excited to be here again, as always it is Friday 10:00 a.m. where I am in South Korea. Please let me know if you can see me and if you can hear me, use the comment section and just throw in a quick hi and where you're watching from. Let me know where you are in the world. I would be super excited to know because we always get a very international crowd here. Let me know where you are right now and what time it is there. I would appreciate it. I am in South Korea, about an hour and a half south of Seoul. It is Friday morning and the weather is kind of cloudy but it's not too bad. Yesterday was really nice, spring has finally arrived....  [Read more]

The Most Popular TEFL Destinations For Teachers Teaching English in Hong Kong: What Options Are There? Gianluca Costa Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Hong Kong has a lot to offer if you are looking for an English teaching job because Hong Kong has a very active and diverse education system. If you live in Hong Kong and want to start a teaching career or plan to move to Hong Kong with the idea of teaching English, this blog post will help you understand what to expect and covers three main options for teaching English in Hong Kong. 5 Things Teaching English in China Taught Me Anastasiia Ovchinnikova Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert Anastasiia shares her experience of...  [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 apply for a student visa to legally teach English in Italy? In some European countries including Italy it can be notoriously difficult for non-EU citizens to find teaching jobs. Language schools can be reluctant to undertake the often laborious task of obtaining a work permit when they can simply hire a teacher from within the EU who requires no documentation. One option open to non-EU teachers is to apply for a student visa that allows you to legally work in a language school for up to 20 hours per week. To supplement this income, many teachers also take on private students in their free time which should enable you to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle while living and working in Italy. Table of Contents What is the application process for a student visa in Italy? How can I check...  [Read more]

How do I apply for a student visa to legally teach English in Italy? In some European countries including Italy it can be notoriously difficult for non-EU citizens to find teaching jobs. Language schools can be reluctant to undertake the often laborious task of obtaining a work permit when they can simply hire a teacher from within the EU who requires no documentation. One option open to non-EU teachers is to apply for a student visa that allows you to legally work in a language school for up to 20 hours per week. To supplement this income, many teachers also take on private students in their free time which should enable you to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle while living and working in Italy. What is the application process for a student visa in Italy? The process of applying for a...  [Read more]