- Be available to attend an interview in a designated city
- Be professional in all aspects of behavior
- Be a team-player, flexible, cheerful and energetic
- Must also have the ability and willingness to adapt to Japanese culture
The Job
Teaching English in Japan consists of teaching English, lesson preparations, curriculum design, preparing assessments/tests, etc. Most participants teach within public schools within junior high and elementary schools often teaching at a combination of the two. The junior high students usually range in ages between 12-15 years of age; elementary students between 6-11 years of age. There are a limited number of high school positions with students ranging in ages between 15-18 years of age. Most English-teachers work between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. In addition, some teachers may be required to attend special events sometimes occurring on weekends.
Salary and Benefits
English-teachers usually qualify for a salary of 250,000 yen/month ( approximately USD $2075.00/month).
NOTE: this salary is calculated before withholding taxes are deducted which is usually an average of 7%. Also, the monthly salary includes an attendance bonus which is paid in full each month if all professional obligations are met. There are some positions which pay between 260,000 280,000/month but are dependant upon specific criteria (i.e. location, special requirements ).
Benefits
Besides the competitive salary, our partnering institute in Japan offers extended paid holidays, support in relocation (from home-country to assigned region in Japan), comprehensive and professional training prior to teaching. Other benefits include visa sponsorship, reimbursement of travel expenses (for commuting to teaching assignment from living accommodations) and occasionally accommodating preferences of location.
Assistance in Learning Japanese
Our partnering institute also offers optional, online Japanese-language lessons for all interested participants.
Subsidized Health Insurance
Our partnering institutes offer subsidized, comprehensive health insurance for teachers. This insurance is available at a small fee which is to be paid each month. This insurance is offered at a discounted rate for all full-time employees.
How can I apply for the program?
Please send a brief email with a resume and cover letter to our Paid teaching desk manager paidteaching@globalcrossroad.com. Upon receipt of your application and resume, we will forward your resume to our partnering institutes' recruiters in Japan . He/she will promptly contact you.
Additional Information- Paid teaching Japan
Visa Requirements
Living Accommodations/Meals/Airport Pick-Up/Transportation
Living Accommodations for the Duration of Teaching
Meals
Arrival in Japan
Transportation
Vaccinations
Teaching Locations
Limitations of Program
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