English Conversation Teacher – Chiba, Japan

We are seeking a full-time English Conversation Instructor for our schools in Chiba Prefecture. *Candidates that are already in Japan are preferred, but all candidates will be concidered.*

CONTRACT/BENEFITS

• 250,000 yen/month salary for first-year teachers
• 18 month contract with Visa sponsorship
• Contracts can be renewed (no limit to renewals)
• Work transportation costs are fully reimbursed
• 5 weeks of guaranteed PAID vacation every year and 5 flexible personal days
• Semi-furnished apartment provided; 55,000 yen maximum rent OR if you already have an apartment in the area.

TEACHERS’ RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining a professional manner and appearance
• Lesson planning and organization
• Providing effective and engaging lessons
• Encouraging a positive and friendly atmosphere at the school
• Attending teacher meetings and training events
• You won’t have to sell anything or meet quotas.

SCHEDULE

• 5-day work week with hours between 1 – 9 PM
• Small class sizes and no unexpected schedule changes; you’ll see the same students every week.
• Our teachers will see about 35% of classes with children under 5 years old, 50% Elementary and Jr. High, and 15% adult or other.
  We like teaching kids!

You can also submit your application package at IB Japan Recruitment homepage!

Qualifications (if you don’t meet these initial requirements, your application may not be considered):

1. ONLY Native English speakers (Citizens from U.S., Canada, England, etc.)
2. COMPLETED Bachelor’s Degree or higher (requisite for Visa)
3. ESL / EFL teaching experience preferred Teaching experience with children highly preferred
4. Certificates in teaching (CELTA / TESOL / TEFL) are not required, but will improve your chances.