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O-HAYO SENSEI
The Newsletter Of (Teaching) Jobs In Japan
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Publication Date 8/1/26
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FREE LISTINGS
PAID LISTINGS
International Christian University High School, Tokyo, requires one full-time teacher with first-language English proficiency to teach English literature to motivated senior high school students, including returnees, starting April 2027. Leveled classes of roughly 25 students, including AP Literature and Composition. More information on the position and application process can be found at the school website https://icu-h.ed.jp/recruit/ Deadline August 31, 2026.
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
SATURDAY SCHOOL TEACHER.
6.5 working hours/week, 6 teaching/class hours/week, Sat (36/year). 22,000yen/day. Teach elementary school-aged children. Language Instruction: deliver lessons based on Cambridge Young Learners (YLE) materials to build literacy and speaking skills. Active Play: lead sessions in the gym and coordinating "freeplay" to keep children moving. Creative Projects: facilitate hands-on crafts and project-based learning. Mentorship: build student confidence. Work location Yamada Nishi, Suita, Hankyu Yamada Station. Proper visa, native English speaker, and one year experience teaching young learners (preschool or elementary) required. Japanese speaking ability, BA/BS, and CELTA certification preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. 1000yen daily transportation allowance, and training. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline September 26, 2026. Position begins September or October, 2026 Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Julia, Saturday School Director. Global Village International Preschool. Osaka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, 2-4 hours/week. From 2000yen/hour. Provide one-on-one or small group English conversation lessons to adult learners face-to-face and online. Conduct lessons in English, and respond to students' questions in Japanese. Create lesson materials. "Profile photo and nickname required for company and external websites." Work location Tokyo or remote. Proper visa, TOEIC 850+ -or- Eiken Pre-1st grade (or equivalent), BA, JLPT N2 ability, and familiarity with Zoom or other online teaching tools required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Incentives. Renewable three-month Gyomu-Itaku contract ("long-term preferred"). Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and photo. Contact Hiring Manager. Shoptalk Co., Ltd. Tokyo, Japan.
https://app.biprime.jp/apply
SUBSTITUTE DUTCH TEACHER.
Part-time, 2 lessons/month, mainly Fri evenings. 2500-3000yen/lesson. Teach private Dutch lessons to a younger learner (10 years old) who previously lived in Belgium. Cover lessons when the regular teacher is unavailable. Work location Nagoya, Nishi-ku, between Marunouchi and Kokusai Center stations. Proper visa, native or near-native Dutch ability, BA (Languages, Education, Linguistics or related field preferred), and basic computer skills for online lessons (if necessary) required. N3-N2 Japanese ability, teaching experience, and experience teaching children preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN, PREFERABLY IN THE NAGOYA AREA. Transportation reimbursed (to 1000 yen/day). Renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, letter of introduction, visa status, and teaching experience in Japan. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Veronique Dezonne, Owner/Director. BNL School (Brussels Nagoya Languages). Nagoya, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ONLINE NATIVE-LEVEL ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 2-15 teaching hours/week, flexible schedule (especially evenings and weekends). 763-1200yen/25-minute lesson. Teach one-on-one online English lessons to children, junior high school students, high school students, and adults. Prepare lessons based on each student's needs, including conversation, phonics, reading, writing, school English, and Eiken preparation. Communicate with students and parents through the school platform. Work location online. Proper visa, native-level English speaker ("applicants who completed most of their education in English-speaking environments are especially encouraged to apply"), and experience teaching English required. Experience teaching Japanese children; BA (Education, English, linguistics, TESOL, child development, or related fields); TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification; experience with phonics, reading, writing, Eiken preparation, or one-on-one online lessons; and Japanese speaking ability preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Gyomu-Itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, photo, weekly availability, current location in Japan, experience teaching children, experience teaching Japanese students, and video/audio recording. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Recruitment Team. SmallWorld Online English. Yokohama, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.sma-world.com/wte/recruit/
BUSINESS ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, 3 days/week, Mon/Wed/Thur 17:00-19:00 for 13-week course. From 3400yen/hour. Teach face-face classes at client's premises. "New instructor will start with two or three class a week, with further assignments depending on performance." Work location near Nagoya-domemae-yata. Proper visa, BA/BS, and experience teaching business English in Japan required. Native English speaker preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE NAGOYA AREA. Transportation reimbursed. One-year renewable Gyomu-Itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins October, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, diploma(s), availability, and Japanese Residence Card. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Ms. Uchitomi. The Tokyo Center For Language and Culture. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tclc-web.co.jp/
BUSINESS INTENSIVE TEACHER.
Part-time, 7-28 hours/week, 9am-5pm. 3500yen/hour. Teach Business English skills and language to Japanese business people. Work location Kobe, Osaka, or Shiga. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and one year teaching experience in Japan required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE KANSAI AREA. Contract completion bonus. One-year contract, renewable 2-3 times. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and availability. Contact Manager. CES. Osaka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ONLINE CORPORATE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 1-5 days/week, 2-6 hours/day between 9am and 9pm. 2500-3500yen/hour. Teach Business English skills online to company employees. Work location remote. Proper visa, native-level English speaker, BA, and one year teaching experience in Japan required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Completion bonus. One-year contract, renewable 2-3 times. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and availability. Contact Manager. CES. Osaka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ENGLISH TEACHER (PROJECT BASED).
Part-time, 18-25.5 working hours/week, 12-17 teaching hours/week, between 8:30am and 3:30pm, M-F. From 4484yen/hour. Team teach in junior high schools. "Payment for preparation for lessons and marking is included in the hourly teaching rate above and will not be paid separately." Work location east Tokyo. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA/BS, Cambridge CELTA/Trinity CertTESOL/TEFLi certification, and two years post-certificate experience required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Transportation allowance. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline August 11, 2026. Position begins September, 2026. Apply online with CV/resume. Contact Toko Ichinoseki, Operations Manager. British Council Japan. Tokyo, Japan.
https://careers.britishcouncil.org/careers/job/563705892203240
ONLINE BUSINESS ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, Mon-Sun, anytime between 06:00-10:00 and 18:00-24:00 on weekdays; 06:00-24:00 on weekends. 1600-2200yen/hour. Deliver 1:1 learning experiences using virtual collaboration tools from the teacher's home office. Work location remote. Native English speaker, BA, and computer skills required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification, and one year experience preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Training. Six-month renewable contract. Application deadline August 31, 2026. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, letter of introduction and photo. "Only successful applicants will be contacted." Contact Alison Grey, Talent Attraction Lead. Live Inc. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.live-english.co.jp/teach-english-online/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 18 teaching/class hours/week, M/W 8:15am-5:15pm, T/Thur/F 10am-4pm. 260,000-265,000yen/month. Teach English classes at two private senior high schools. Grade students' assignments, and maintain records of student attendance and grades. Work location Hiroshima City, 3-5 minute walk from Hiroden station. Native English speaker, BA, two years experience teaching in Japan, and basic computer skills required. Proper visa, TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, and beginning Japanese speaking ability preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN HIROSHIMA. Sponsorship available. Paid holidays, paid vacation, transportation allowance, social insurance, training, and contract completion bonus. Application deadline August 10, 2026. Position begins August 24, 2026. Contract to March 31, 2027, renewable for two additional years. Apply by email with CV/resume and photo. "Please note: if accepted for the position, copies of diploma and school transcripts are required in order for ACT to obtain a Hiroshima Board of Education teaching license for the teacher." Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Yamashita. ACT Language School. Hiroshima, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://actschool.net/
CHILDREN'S ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 hours/week, M-F. 250,000yen/month. Teach children from 2-12 years. Work location Koriyama city, 10 minutes walk from JR Koriyama station. BA/BS required. Proper visa, and native English speaker preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Will sponsor or renew visa. Accommodation: "school has a furnished apartment which would be deducted from paycheck and the rent will be 50,000yen." Paid holidays. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins October, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Contact Maiko Noda. Phenix English School. Fukushima, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://phenixenglishschool.com/
https://www.instagram.com/phenixenglishschool/
PHARMACEUTICAL ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 30-40 hours/week, 25-30 classes/week, M-F. 5000yen/hour. Teach pharmaceutical English to small groups of Japanese pharma executives. Work location central Tokyo. Native English speaker, BA/BS (science/pharmaceutical related degree), and three years work experience in various areas of the pharma/biotech industry required. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Accommodation: "We will help organize accommodations." Paid vacation, and training. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline December 15, 2026. Position begins April, 2027. Apply by email with CV/resume. "Only successful applicants will be contacted." Contact Damian Thomas. International Education Services (IES). Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.iesnet.co.jp/english/
SCHEDULE COORDINATOR.
Full-time, 35 hours/week, M-F, 9:00-17:00. From 250,000yen/month. Receive class information from sales and coordinate with instructors. Assign appropriate instructors to effectively satisfy client needs. Communicate with internal staff, mostly sales people to liaise schedule and keep the information flowing between classroom teaching side and sales side. Maintain company database using Access software and produce updated reports on a daily and monthly basis. Check Work Records and Expense Claims from instructors at the end of each month to coordinate with payroll section. Work location Shibuya. Proper visa, native level English speaker, and BA/BS required. N3 Japanese ability, experience teaching English in Japan, teaching certification, and experience using MS Access preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF SHIBUYA. University degree required for renewal/sponsorship. Paid holidays, transportation allowance, and social insurance. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins after Obon, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, diploma(s), teaching certification, passport page, and current Japanese Residence Card. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Mr. Shiell. The Tokyo Center For Language and Culture. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tclc-web.co.jp/
POSITIONS STILL AVAILABLE (REPORTED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES)
SHORT-TERM POSITIONS
KINDERGARTEN/ELEMENTARY TEACHER.
Short-term position: January-March, 2027, 1 lesson/week, Sat 9:20-11:15. 5250yen/lesson. Teach a preschool "Mommy and Me" style class with the prepared curriculum and materials for students aged 1.5-3 years old. Teach an intermediate elementary class with the prepared curriculum and materials for students in grades 3-4. Work location Toyocho Station, Tozai Line. Proper visa, and experience teaching preschool to elementary students (be familiar with children's songs, games, and stories, and be comfortable introducing grammar, vocabulary, and reading to elementary students) required. Native English speaker, and comfortable using Bluetooth speakers in the classroom preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Daily transportation allowance. Application deadline September 30, 2026. Position begins January 9, 2027. "Successful candidates will be contacted in September. Interviews will be held in October and November, with some observation/training opportunities in November and December 2026." Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, letter of introduction, photo, and availability. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Head Teacher. Tokyo YMCA Kids English. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tokyo.ymca.or.jp/language/kids_toyocho.html
VOLUNTEER ENGLISH AND/OR SPANISH TEACHER.
Short-term position: 4 months, full-time, 40 hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, 7 days/week. Volunteer position. Teach private, group and open classes onboard, and student events including the Speech Festival, Project Presentation and Graduation Ceremony. Work location on board the MV Pacific World ship out of Tokyo, Japan. Proper visa, and 18 months of relevant full-time experience teaching English and/or Spanish as a second language required. Native level English speaker, TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification, and Japanese speaking ability preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. University degree required for visa renewal or sponsorship. "Applicants must be able to obtain all relevant visas required to participate in the voyage for which they are applying." Accommodation: "accommodation and food onboard Peace Boat is provided for the duration of the voyage." "Volunteers must be able to obtain their own visas, health insurance and airfare. We will support when possible." Four-month renewable contract. Application deadline August 24, 2026. Position begins December 15, 2026. Apply by email or online with CV/resume, letter of introduction, teaching certification(s), video/audio recording, and passport page. "Please note that we ask applicants to complete the application form as well as a number of tasks, including a self-intro video and lesson plans." Contact GET Coordinator. GET Universal Co. Ltd. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://peaceboat.org/english/volunteer/GET-volunteer
https://www.facebook.com/UniversalCoLtd/?ref=py_c
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 2 lessons/week, Wed 18:00-21:00. From 3000yen/hour. Teach elementary school students, grades 4-6 (Eiken Grade 4 level or higher) and junior high school students (Eiken Grade 3 level or higher) in an after-school international-style English program. Lead English communication activities, support pair work and group activities, encourage students to use English actively, and discuss lesson ideas and program improvement with the director. "The program focuses on communication, pair work, projects, presentations, and home learning missions." Work location Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama. Proper visa, and native level English speaker required. Experience teaching in Japanese schools, international schools, ALT work, eikaiwa schools, or after-school programs; TESOL/TEFL/TESL/CELTA certification; Japanese speaking ability; and interest in project-based learning, presentation activities, and curriculum development preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN KANAGAWA, TOKYO, YOKOHAMA, YOKOSUKA, OR NEARBY AREAS. Daily transportation reimbursed. Renewable part-time employee or gyomu-itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, short letter of introduction, current location in Japan, visa status, teaching experience with children, and Wednesday evening availability. Contact Kohei Yamada. Alchemists English School/Alchemists After-School International Program. Kanagawa, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oZAFb8aGwf0pqtJnOo20ZczS4AdSFTFw/view?usp=sharing
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 10-35 hours/week, 2-7 lessons/week, Mon-Sun 9:00-14:00 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift), Mon-Sat 14:30-19:30 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift). 1700-3500yen/hour. Teach children from 3-12 years. Lead activities such as games, songs, crafts, and outdoor lessons in English. Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback to parents. Prepare lesson materials and classroom resources. Participate in school events and seasonal activities. Work location Tokyo, Chiyoda-ku. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and experience teaching English required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/RSA/CELTA/BETT/PELT/FCTB certification, and non-Japanese teaching license preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO, SAITAMA, CHIBA, OR KANAGAWA. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal/sponsorship. Six-month renewable contract. Transportation allowance, completion bonus, and incentives. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Momo Kato, HR staff. Kids Talk English School. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://kids-talk.jp/
https://www.instagram.com/kids_talk_jp/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 20-28 hours/week, M-F. 1300-1800yen/hour. Childcare and English education for children aged 0 to 6. Work location Tachikawa-station, Tokyo. Native English speaker required. Proper visa, and experience in early childhood education (ages 0-6) preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Paid holidays, daily transportation allowance, and social insurance. One-year Keiyaku Shain contract, renewable once. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Contact Tyobeka, Manager. Coco International. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.cocointernational.jp/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, M-F, between 9am-5pm. 3000yen/hour. Teach international college students, classroom management, and create exams. Work location Yokohama, Jiyugaoka, Shinjuku. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA/BS, experience teaching large classes, and basic MS office skills required. Native English speaker, TESOL/CELTA certification, and three years experience teaching young adults preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN KANAGAWA/TOKYO. Paid holidays, and completion bonus. Six-month renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline September 1, 2026. Position begins October 1, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, diploma, and availability. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Bryan Solomon. Gregg International College. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.gregg.ac.jp/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, Mon-Sun 9:00-14:00 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift), Mon-Sat 14:30–19:30 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift). 250,000-320,000yen/month. Teach children from 3-12 years. Lead activities such as games, songs, crafts, and outdoor lessons in English. Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback to parents. Prepare lesson materials and classroom resources. Participate in school events and seasonal activities. Work location Tokyo, Chiyoda-ku. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and experience teaching English required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/RSA/CELTA/BETT/PELT/FCTB certification, and non-Japanese teaching license preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO, SAITAMA, CHIBA, OR KANAGAWA. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal/sponsorship. Six-month renewable contract. Transportation allowance, completion bonus, and incentives. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Momo Kato, HR staff. Kids Talk English School. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://kids-talk.jp/
https://www.instagram.com/kids_talk_jp/
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Sat. 250,000yen/month. Teach children and adults. Work location Osaka. Native English speaker, and BA required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN, PREFERABLY IN THE KANSAI AREA. Sponsorship available. Paid holidays, transportation allowance, health insurance, training, contract completion bonus, and incentives. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. "Only successful applicants will be contacted." Contact Mike Kubota, Director of Recruiting. Time English School. Hyogo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.timeheart.co.jp
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, M-F, to 7 lessons/day. 220,000-250,000yen/month. Teach age groups from preschoolers to adults. Teach students up to 12 years old with a Japanese assistant teacher. Materials and resources provided. Work location Toyohashi, Tahara, Toyokawa, Okazaki, Toyota, Nagoya, Nisshin, and Gifu. Native English speaker, and BA required. Teaching experience preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Will renew visa. Accommodation: "\57000-\58000 (monthly) Company accommodation includes a fridge, AC, a wash. A company car and car insurance. Single room occupancy." One week holiday in May and August, two weeks holiday for Christmas, company car travel allowance (to 5000yen/month), and National Health Insurance. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, photo, teaching certification(s), and availability. Contact Yoko Onoda, Manager. N kyoiku. Aichi, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.nakazawa-juku.com/~annie/
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 28-34 working hours/week, 22-28 teaching/class hours/week, Sat/Sun and 3 weekdays. 1452-1952yen/lesson. Teach private and small-group face-to-face and online lessons to clients of all ages (from young children to seniors) and abilities (from beginner to advanced). May also teach special online programs for larger groups. Prepare before each class, and perform student assessment (including recording student performance in the students’ electronic file) in class at the end of each lesson. Work locations across Japan. Native English speaker required. BA/BS preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Training, contract completion bonus, and incentives. Six-month renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Hiring Manager. NOVA Holdings. Tokyo, Japan.
https://nlc.recruitee.com/nova/
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25-30 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week within M-Sat, 9:15am-10pm. 230,000-270,000yen/month. Teach English to children and adults following the Berlitz Method. Work location Hamamatsu Station. Native level English speaker, BA, and MS Office skills required. N3 ability, and one year experience preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Paid holidays, paid vacation, transportation allowance, social insurance, and training. One-year renewable Seishain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Shane Smith, Managing Director. Berlitz Language Center. Shizuoka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://lhedu.jp
INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTEN ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, M-F, 8-5pm. 280,000yen/month (310,000yen/month with certification). Teach kindergarten age students (2-6 years), curriculum development, plan/manage school events, and take part in field trips/camping events, Sports Day, and Christmas events. Work location Setagaya and Kachidoki. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA/BS, and three years experience with kindergarten/elementary students required. Teaching certification, teaching license, experience teaching children 2-7 years old, and computer skills preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Paid holidays, transportation allowance, social insurance, and 10,000yen/attendance allowance. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Ken Wagner, Head Teacher. Buddy Columbia International School. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.bcis.jp/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 24 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week including Sat and Sun. 260,000-285,000yen/month. "Teach Japanese children from 3-15 years whose parents temporarily lived in abroad. Instruct English language classes in English including English vocabulary building, English oral reading strategies, written tests and competitions, etc. and lecture on various topics with respect to the English language and literature. Maintain discipline in the classroom and administer tests to evaluate each student’s progress, grade students, assign and correct study assignments , and provide advice to individual student in English on customized learning strategies. Utilize knowledge of changing trends and score ratios of the entrance exams of various schools in Japan in order to recommend changes in the existing curriculum to the principal. Prepare teaching outlines for the courses of English language and literature, and Social Studies, select learning materials and books recommended by the English Teaching Specialists to develop and modify existing courses, teaching methodologies, teaching equipment, etc. Analyze appropriate teaching methodologies for each subject matter and class, and implement teaching strategies and academic curriculum effectively to increase the learning curves. Conduct student screening and placement to determine the level of incoming students’ oral and written English skills as well as academic knowledge level in the selected school subjects and categorize classes accordingly to ensure optimize learning environment. Issue progress report to students and their parents and counsel both student and parents about educational goals and choices and outline study guideline in order to achieve target academic level to enter particular school in Japan. Perform related duties in our school such as supervising study hall, and coordinating extracurricular student activities etc. Make a regular business report to the principal on a variety of teaching issues." Work location Azamino, Yokohama and Shibuya; Tokyo and Nihonbashi-Kayabacho, Tokyo. Native English speaker, and BA/BS (English or Education preferred) required. Proper visa, TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, teaching license, and experience teaching English (writing essay) at International school or public schools ages 4G to 11G age level preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN, PREFERABLY IN THE KANTO AREA. Will sponsor or renew visa. Accommodation: "the Company pays JPY9,000 per month only if the Employee lives in the Company-rented-apartment in Azamino, Yokohama." Paid vacation, transportation allowance, health insurance, and moving/relocation allowance (exact fee charged by the moving company selected by the company and airfare to Tokyo). Two-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and photo. Contact Hagiwara. Gakkyusha Kikoku-kyoiku Co., Ltd. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.ena-kikoku.com/
LEAD EDUCATORS (EARLY AND PRIMARY YEARS).
Full-time, 40 hours/week, 5 days/week. 500,000yen/month. Teach primary or early years students, following inquiry-based and experiential learning. Work location Kamakura. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and over three years classroom experience required. Japanese speaking and writing ability preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE KAMAKURA AREA. Will sponsor or renew visa. Paid holidays, paid vacation, daily transportation allowance, training, and incentives. Seishain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email or online with CV/resume, availability, and state visa status. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Katerina, Talent Acquisition Specialist. Boundless Life. Kanagawa, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.boundless.life/
https://www.instagram.com/boundlesslife/?hl=es
NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 22-25 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Sat 12:45-9:45. 260,000-280,000yen/month. Teach toddlers to adults, various levels, in classes of 4-8 students, and some private specialized lessons. Develop content for in-class and online lessons. Work location Okayama City. Native English speaker, BA, and International/Japanese driver's license required. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Accommodation: "furnished 1DK apartment ¥60,000/month + utilities." Paid holidays, transportation allowance, health insurance, and contract completion bonus. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins September 1, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and letters of recommendation. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Eric Morris. Maple English School. Okayama, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://maple-school.com/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 20-25 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week. 230,000yen/month. Teach English to children and adults. Work location "10 minutes walk from the house." Native English speaker, BA, and TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification required. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Training expenses. One-year renewable Seishain contract. Application deadline August 20, 2026. Position begins September 1, 2026. Apply by email CV/resume, diploma(s), letter of introduction, photo, teaching certification, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Contact Akazawa. Remy's English House. Yamaguchi, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://remysenglishhouse.web.fc2.com/en/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 29.5 working hours/week, to 25 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week. From 250,000yen/month. Teach office workers in both face-to-face and online lessons. Work location central Nagano Prefecture. Native English speaker, BA/BS, International/Japanese driver's license (applicant not required to own a car), and familiarity with MS Word, Excel, PPT, and Teams required. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. "If you need sponsorship, 1-year commitment for full-time work agreement is required." Paid holidays, training, contract completion bonus, and "a company car is available." One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins mid-September, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, availability, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Ms. Harri Satake. Lodestar Language School. Nagano, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://lodestar-ls.com/
KINDERGARTEN AND ELEMENTARY ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 18-22 teaching/class hours/week, 9am-5pm M-F. 270,000-300,000yen/month. Teach English to kindergarten and elementary aged children, mainly 3-6 year olds but with some afternoon classes for up to 12 year old students. Help out with school activities. Work location Kiyose, Tokyo. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA, one year experience teaching children in Japan, conversational Japanese ability, ability to sing in tune in front of people required. "For those on a spousal visa or with PR, a BA qualification is not required but more experience in teaching with children will be expected." Japanese reading ability, and ability to play piano or guitar preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE TOKYO OR SAITAMA AREAS. "Assistance can be given for renewal purposes." Paid holidays, daily transportation allowance, social insurance, and training. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline September 15, 2026. Position begins October 1, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Charlie Barlow. Max English. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
UNIVERSITY ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, M-F. 2190yen/hour (approximately 260,000yen/month based on 5.5 hours/day) for applicants with under 500 hours of teaching experience; 2310yen/hour (approximately 275,000yen/month based on 5.5 hours/day) for applicants with 500+ hours of teaching experience. Teach English within university, extracurricular, and accredited programs. Work location Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, and Nagoya. BA and either 1) experience teaching EFL/ESL in a classroom environment, along with a teaching certificate (TEFL/TESL/TESOL) and/or teaching credentials or qualifications (elementary/primary/secondary) or 2) 1000+ hours of EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching certificates, credentials or qualifications required. MA, and 3 years experience (6 or more terms/semesters) teaching at a university/community college (all subjects) preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Accommodation: "housing can be arranged at the cost listed below, which covers rent, utilities, and monthly maintenance fees: a) 81,000 yen per month for a private room in a social residence, or b) 98,000 yen per month for a studio-type apartment." Transportation allowance, flight reimbursement of up to 1200USD for those coming to Japan for fall 2026, and training. Three- to five-month Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins September, 2026. Apply online and "we will contact you by email shortly after you have completed the form." Contact Sophia Okada, Human Resources. Westgate Corporation. Tokyo, Japan.
https://www.westgatejapan.com/M-1-1.html
PRIVATE PRESCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, M-F, 9:00-18:00. 270,000yen/month. Teach English to children from infant classes (0 years old) up to school students in 20–50 minute classes. Work location Hitachinaka city, approximately a 15-minute walk from Sawa Station, Joban Line. Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa ("for those who are already residing in Japan and meet the requirements for this visa status, we will provide support with the application process"), native level English speaker, BA/BS, and MS Office skills required. Japanese language ability, International/Japanese driver's license, teaching license, and teaching experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. "If you are able to visit the preschool and meet us before employment, your current place of residence does not matter. Please note that you will be responsible for your own transportation expenses when visiting the nursery." Accommodation: 20,000yen/month housing allowance. Paid holidays, social insurance, and 60,000yen bonus every six months. One-year fixed-term employee contract, renewable five times. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins early-mid September, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the subject) with CV/resume, diploma(s), letter of introduction, photo, availability, passport page, and type of residence status in Japan. Only successful applicants will be contacted. "Application materials will not be returned." Contact Toshiharu Shimizu, President. Seishin Gakuen, Ltd. Ibaraki, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.seishin.biz
https://www.instagram.com/seishin_group/
NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 20 teaching/class hours/week, M-F and some Sat/Sun. 250,000yen/month. Teach subjects in English, classroom management, create teaching materials, provide services related to entrance examinations for children, perform work related to school events, and attend faculty meetings. Work location Nishioka, Sapporo, and at affiliated elementary schools in Sapporo and surrounding areas. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA/BS, one of the following certifications TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/BETT/PELT/FCTB and Japanese speaking ability required. Japanese writing ability preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Paid holidays, daily transportation allowance, health insurance, research allowance, training, unemployment insurance, and bonus. One-year contract renewable four times. Application deadline September 30, 2026. Position begins April 1, 2027. Apply by email ("write 'Recruit for a Fulltime English Teacher' in the subject line") after downloading the school's (MS Word format) Rirekisho <https://tanakagakuen-ed-jp.translate.goog/private/uploads/images/native2026entrysheettanakagakuen.docx?_x_tr_sl=ja&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wapp> and include diplomas, essay, photo, teaching certifications, transcripts, and copy of residence card or passport. "We only accept the dedicated resume format." Contact Natsumi Sato. Tanaka Gakuen Ritsumeikan Keisho Primary School. Sapporo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tanakagakuen.ed.jp/
https://www.facebook.com/tanakagakuen.ed.jp
https://www.instagram.com/tanaka_gakuen/
NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, to 25 teaching/class hours/week. 250,000yen/month. Teach English to adults and children. Work location Takamatsu city, 2 minutes walk from Kotoden Kawaramachi Station. Native English speaker, and BA/BS required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/RSA/CELTA certification preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Paid holidays. Eighteen-month renewable contract. Application deadline September 30, 2026. Position begins October 30, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, diploma, letter of introduction, photo, letters of recommendation, and passport page. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Mr. Masao Yoshihara, Director. Academic Cultural Exchange. Kagawa, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.ace-world.com
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 35 working hours/week, 24 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Sat or Sun-Thur. 280,000-350,000yen/month. Prepare and deliver assigned lessons to achieve advanced literacy outcomes, including analytical writing, structured argumentation, and text-based discussion. Foster a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment. Monitor student progress, and adapt approaches to address diverse learning needs. Encourage and motivate students to achieve academic goals, providing individualized support where necessary. Identify students who require additional help or enrichment. Track attendance, write progress reports, and log student performance data. Grade and provide feedback on essays or other written assignments. Participate in training sessions, meetings, and workshops. Receive and act on feedback from classroom observations, coaching sessions, and performance reviews to improve instructional quality. Work location Tokyo, Kanagawa, or Chiba. Proper visa, native English speaker, and BA/BS required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification, non-Japanese teaching license, and 3-5 years teaching experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Paid holidays, paid vacation, daily transportation allowance, social insurance, training, and incentives. One-year Keiyaku Shain contract, renewable five years. Application deadline August 31, 2026. Position begins spring/summer, 2026. Apply online. Contact Andrew Chandler, Recruitment Manager. Kikokushijo Academy. Tokyo, Japan.
https://globalka.com/careers/english-teacher-kikokushijo-academy
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POSITION LISTING CONVENTIONS (WHY DOES IT SAY "MAILTO:")
All Japanese telephone and fax numbers are given as if being dialed in Japan. See the "Contacting An English School By Phone" section below for more details.
Email addresses are written in HTML code, which many email programs can use to send messages automatically (generally, if the text appears blue, or is underlined on your screen, then your program supports this feature). If your email program does not support this feature, the actual email address will be the text immediately after the HTML "mailto:" prefix. In other words, if you see an address like <mailto:[email protected], it means that the actual email address is <[email protected]>.
Emailing your application to a bunch of schools using the "cc" function looks really tacky. Even if your ARE sending out lots of resumes, take the extra time to address each institution individually. Of course, make sure your computer's antivirus software is up-to-date. And give all your correspondence clear, simple and professional subject headings.
Pay attention to geographic requirements like "APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN" or "Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan." Save yourself time and money -- and save the hiring institutions from unnecessary work.
Reply promptly when an institution contacts you.
Salaries are reported in Japanese Yen (so you can figure out what your salary is worth today, not six months ago). Use the "Exchange Rates" table at the top of this issue to convert the salary into your currency.
Many schools have a salary scale, rather than a "set salary," based on factors like experience and qualifications (degrees, certifications, etc.). Try to find out where you fall on that scale early in the hiring process (while there's still time for a little negotiation).
"Proper visa" means that the applicant must currently possess a valid working visa (which usually includes spousal visas and working holiday visas). That doesn't necessarily mean an institution isn't willing to provide sponsorship -- but it does mean they want you to start working (legally) right away.
"University degree" means graduation from a four-year institution or an internationally-recognized equivalent -- a baccalaureate diploma.
When schools ask for a photo, they want a clear, recent one (jpg is a good choice for emailing). CVs, resumes, cover letters, letters of recommendation, references, etc. should always include current contact information: addresses, telephone and fax numbers (a current email address and a link to an on-line resume/home page couldn't hurt, either). Don't email huge files of any type unless requested.
Some institutions (like, universities) prefer to receive application materials by registered mail -- if they ask for registered mail, send it by registered mail. Universities often track positions by reference numbers -- if one is mentioned, include it when you apply. And CV, of course, stands for "curriculum vitae."
Keep in mind that most institutions have limited resources (i.e. clerical help) and can only respond to applicants they are interested in -- if you don't hear back within a couple of weeks, it's probably time to move on ...
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HOW TO LIST A POSITION FREE
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EMPLOYMENT WANTED
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CONTACTING AN ENGLISH SCHOOL BY PHONE
Check your time zone, then check Japan's -- don't try calling (or sending a fax) in the middle of the night! To call Japan from the US, dial 011 (the international code), 81 (the country code for Japan), the city code without the first "0" (Tokyo's code is "03", so you'd just dial "3"), and then the local phone number. For example, a number listed as "03-3713-7046" in O-Hayo Sensei would be dialed (from the US) as "011-81-3-3713-7046." Make sure the same series of numbers applies from your country. Unless you're comfortable speaking Japanese on the phone, don't try it (a simple "moshi moshi" can get you in trouble fast). But don't worry -- you're calling an English school, someone there must speak it! Just be patient, and apologize frequently.
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CONTACTING AN ENGLISH SCHOOL BY MAIL
Including a Japanese language version of your letter (or at least a few sentences of greeting) will make a good impression. In any case, write simply and plainly. Avoid slang and jargon. Be honest and sincere about yourself and your qualifications, but don't sell yourself short. Mention any teaching experience. If you know Japanese, say so. Enthusiasm counts. Indicate that you plan to stay in Japan for a long while (if true, of course). If you already reside in Japan, say so -- and indicate where. If you include a photo, make it a good, recent one (this is not the time to use up old high school graduation photos). Above all, be clean and neat.
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The Newsletter Of (Teaching) Jobs In Japan
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Publication Date 8/1/26
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IN THIS ISSUE
Current Exchange Rates
Paid Listings
International Christian University High School
Teaching Positions
Part-Time
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Teaching Positions Still Available
Short-Term
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Listing Conventions: Why Does It Say "Mailto:"?
The Classifieds
Articles For Sale
Employment Wanted
Traditional Japanese Crafts
How To Call And Write
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August 1, 2026
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FREE LISTINGS
PAID LISTINGS
International Christian University High School, Tokyo, requires one full-time teacher with first-language English proficiency to teach English literature to motivated senior high school students, including returnees, starting April 2027. Leveled classes of roughly 25 students, including AP Literature and Composition. More information on the position and application process can be found at the school website https://icu-h.ed.jp/recruit/ Deadline August 31, 2026.
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
SATURDAY SCHOOL TEACHER.
6.5 working hours/week, 6 teaching/class hours/week, Sat (36/year). 22,000yen/day. Teach elementary school-aged children. Language Instruction: deliver lessons based on Cambridge Young Learners (YLE) materials to build literacy and speaking skills. Active Play: lead sessions in the gym and coordinating "freeplay" to keep children moving. Creative Projects: facilitate hands-on crafts and project-based learning. Mentorship: build student confidence. Work location Yamada Nishi, Suita, Hankyu Yamada Station. Proper visa, native English speaker, and one year experience teaching young learners (preschool or elementary) required. Japanese speaking ability, BA/BS, and CELTA certification preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. 1000yen daily transportation allowance, and training. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline September 26, 2026. Position begins September or October, 2026 Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Julia, Saturday School Director. Global Village International Preschool. Osaka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, 2-4 hours/week. From 2000yen/hour. Provide one-on-one or small group English conversation lessons to adult learners face-to-face and online. Conduct lessons in English, and respond to students' questions in Japanese. Create lesson materials. "Profile photo and nickname required for company and external websites." Work location Tokyo or remote. Proper visa, TOEIC 850+ -or- Eiken Pre-1st grade (or equivalent), BA, JLPT N2 ability, and familiarity with Zoom or other online teaching tools required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Incentives. Renewable three-month Gyomu-Itaku contract ("long-term preferred"). Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and photo. Contact Hiring Manager. Shoptalk Co., Ltd. Tokyo, Japan.
https://app.biprime.jp/apply
SUBSTITUTE DUTCH TEACHER.
Part-time, 2 lessons/month, mainly Fri evenings. 2500-3000yen/lesson. Teach private Dutch lessons to a younger learner (10 years old) who previously lived in Belgium. Cover lessons when the regular teacher is unavailable. Work location Nagoya, Nishi-ku, between Marunouchi and Kokusai Center stations. Proper visa, native or near-native Dutch ability, BA (Languages, Education, Linguistics or related field preferred), and basic computer skills for online lessons (if necessary) required. N3-N2 Japanese ability, teaching experience, and experience teaching children preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN, PREFERABLY IN THE NAGOYA AREA. Transportation reimbursed (to 1000 yen/day). Renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, letter of introduction, visa status, and teaching experience in Japan. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Veronique Dezonne, Owner/Director. BNL School (Brussels Nagoya Languages). Nagoya, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ONLINE NATIVE-LEVEL ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 2-15 teaching hours/week, flexible schedule (especially evenings and weekends). 763-1200yen/25-minute lesson. Teach one-on-one online English lessons to children, junior high school students, high school students, and adults. Prepare lessons based on each student's needs, including conversation, phonics, reading, writing, school English, and Eiken preparation. Communicate with students and parents through the school platform. Work location online. Proper visa, native-level English speaker ("applicants who completed most of their education in English-speaking environments are especially encouraged to apply"), and experience teaching English required. Experience teaching Japanese children; BA (Education, English, linguistics, TESOL, child development, or related fields); TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification; experience with phonics, reading, writing, Eiken preparation, or one-on-one online lessons; and Japanese speaking ability preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Gyomu-Itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, photo, weekly availability, current location in Japan, experience teaching children, experience teaching Japanese students, and video/audio recording. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Recruitment Team. SmallWorld Online English. Yokohama, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.sma-world.com/wte/recruit/
BUSINESS ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, 3 days/week, Mon/Wed/Thur 17:00-19:00 for 13-week course. From 3400yen/hour. Teach face-face classes at client's premises. "New instructor will start with two or three class a week, with further assignments depending on performance." Work location near Nagoya-domemae-yata. Proper visa, BA/BS, and experience teaching business English in Japan required. Native English speaker preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE NAGOYA AREA. Transportation reimbursed. One-year renewable Gyomu-Itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins October, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, diploma(s), availability, and Japanese Residence Card. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Ms. Uchitomi. The Tokyo Center For Language and Culture. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tclc-web.co.jp/
BUSINESS INTENSIVE TEACHER.
Part-time, 7-28 hours/week, 9am-5pm. 3500yen/hour. Teach Business English skills and language to Japanese business people. Work location Kobe, Osaka, or Shiga. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and one year teaching experience in Japan required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE KANSAI AREA. Contract completion bonus. One-year contract, renewable 2-3 times. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and availability. Contact Manager. CES. Osaka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ONLINE CORPORATE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 1-5 days/week, 2-6 hours/day between 9am and 9pm. 2500-3500yen/hour. Teach Business English skills online to company employees. Work location remote. Proper visa, native-level English speaker, BA, and one year teaching experience in Japan required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Completion bonus. One-year contract, renewable 2-3 times. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and availability. Contact Manager. CES. Osaka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
ENGLISH TEACHER (PROJECT BASED).
Part-time, 18-25.5 working hours/week, 12-17 teaching hours/week, between 8:30am and 3:30pm, M-F. From 4484yen/hour. Team teach in junior high schools. "Payment for preparation for lessons and marking is included in the hourly teaching rate above and will not be paid separately." Work location east Tokyo. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA/BS, Cambridge CELTA/Trinity CertTESOL/TEFLi certification, and two years post-certificate experience required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Transportation allowance. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline August 11, 2026. Position begins September, 2026. Apply online with CV/resume. Contact Toko Ichinoseki, Operations Manager. British Council Japan. Tokyo, Japan.
https://careers.britishcouncil.org/careers/job/563705892203240
ONLINE BUSINESS ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, Mon-Sun, anytime between 06:00-10:00 and 18:00-24:00 on weekdays; 06:00-24:00 on weekends. 1600-2200yen/hour. Deliver 1:1 learning experiences using virtual collaboration tools from the teacher's home office. Work location remote. Native English speaker, BA, and computer skills required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification, and one year experience preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Training. Six-month renewable contract. Application deadline August 31, 2026. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, letter of introduction and photo. "Only successful applicants will be contacted." Contact Alison Grey, Talent Attraction Lead. Live Inc. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.live-english.co.jp/teach-english-online/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 18 teaching/class hours/week, M/W 8:15am-5:15pm, T/Thur/F 10am-4pm. 260,000-265,000yen/month. Teach English classes at two private senior high schools. Grade students' assignments, and maintain records of student attendance and grades. Work location Hiroshima City, 3-5 minute walk from Hiroden station. Native English speaker, BA, two years experience teaching in Japan, and basic computer skills required. Proper visa, TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, and beginning Japanese speaking ability preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN HIROSHIMA. Sponsorship available. Paid holidays, paid vacation, transportation allowance, social insurance, training, and contract completion bonus. Application deadline August 10, 2026. Position begins August 24, 2026. Contract to March 31, 2027, renewable for two additional years. Apply by email with CV/resume and photo. "Please note: if accepted for the position, copies of diploma and school transcripts are required in order for ACT to obtain a Hiroshima Board of Education teaching license for the teacher." Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Yamashita. ACT Language School. Hiroshima, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://actschool.net/
CHILDREN'S ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 hours/week, M-F. 250,000yen/month. Teach children from 2-12 years. Work location Koriyama city, 10 minutes walk from JR Koriyama station. BA/BS required. Proper visa, and native English speaker preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Will sponsor or renew visa. Accommodation: "school has a furnished apartment which would be deducted from paycheck and the rent will be 50,000yen." Paid holidays. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins October, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Contact Maiko Noda. Phenix English School. Fukushima, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://phenixenglishschool.com/
https://www.instagram.com/phenixenglishschool/
PHARMACEUTICAL ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 30-40 hours/week, 25-30 classes/week, M-F. 5000yen/hour. Teach pharmaceutical English to small groups of Japanese pharma executives. Work location central Tokyo. Native English speaker, BA/BS (science/pharmaceutical related degree), and three years work experience in various areas of the pharma/biotech industry required. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Accommodation: "We will help organize accommodations." Paid vacation, and training. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline December 15, 2026. Position begins April, 2027. Apply by email with CV/resume. "Only successful applicants will be contacted." Contact Damian Thomas. International Education Services (IES). Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.iesnet.co.jp/english/
SCHEDULE COORDINATOR.
Full-time, 35 hours/week, M-F, 9:00-17:00. From 250,000yen/month. Receive class information from sales and coordinate with instructors. Assign appropriate instructors to effectively satisfy client needs. Communicate with internal staff, mostly sales people to liaise schedule and keep the information flowing between classroom teaching side and sales side. Maintain company database using Access software and produce updated reports on a daily and monthly basis. Check Work Records and Expense Claims from instructors at the end of each month to coordinate with payroll section. Work location Shibuya. Proper visa, native level English speaker, and BA/BS required. N3 Japanese ability, experience teaching English in Japan, teaching certification, and experience using MS Access preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF SHIBUYA. University degree required for renewal/sponsorship. Paid holidays, transportation allowance, and social insurance. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins after Obon, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, diploma(s), teaching certification, passport page, and current Japanese Residence Card. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Mr. Shiell. The Tokyo Center For Language and Culture. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tclc-web.co.jp/
POSITIONS STILL AVAILABLE (REPORTED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES)
SHORT-TERM POSITIONS
KINDERGARTEN/ELEMENTARY TEACHER.
Short-term position: January-March, 2027, 1 lesson/week, Sat 9:20-11:15. 5250yen/lesson. Teach a preschool "Mommy and Me" style class with the prepared curriculum and materials for students aged 1.5-3 years old. Teach an intermediate elementary class with the prepared curriculum and materials for students in grades 3-4. Work location Toyocho Station, Tozai Line. Proper visa, and experience teaching preschool to elementary students (be familiar with children's songs, games, and stories, and be comfortable introducing grammar, vocabulary, and reading to elementary students) required. Native English speaker, and comfortable using Bluetooth speakers in the classroom preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Daily transportation allowance. Application deadline September 30, 2026. Position begins January 9, 2027. "Successful candidates will be contacted in September. Interviews will be held in October and November, with some observation/training opportunities in November and December 2026." Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, letter of introduction, photo, and availability. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Head Teacher. Tokyo YMCA Kids English. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tokyo.ymca.or.jp/language/kids_toyocho.html
VOLUNTEER ENGLISH AND/OR SPANISH TEACHER.
Short-term position: 4 months, full-time, 40 hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, 7 days/week. Volunteer position. Teach private, group and open classes onboard, and student events including the Speech Festival, Project Presentation and Graduation Ceremony. Work location on board the MV Pacific World ship out of Tokyo, Japan. Proper visa, and 18 months of relevant full-time experience teaching English and/or Spanish as a second language required. Native level English speaker, TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification, and Japanese speaking ability preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. University degree required for visa renewal or sponsorship. "Applicants must be able to obtain all relevant visas required to participate in the voyage for which they are applying." Accommodation: "accommodation and food onboard Peace Boat is provided for the duration of the voyage." "Volunteers must be able to obtain their own visas, health insurance and airfare. We will support when possible." Four-month renewable contract. Application deadline August 24, 2026. Position begins December 15, 2026. Apply by email or online with CV/resume, letter of introduction, teaching certification(s), video/audio recording, and passport page. "Please note that we ask applicants to complete the application form as well as a number of tasks, including a self-intro video and lesson plans." Contact GET Coordinator. GET Universal Co. Ltd. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://peaceboat.org/english/volunteer/GET-volunteer
https://www.facebook.com/UniversalCoLtd/?ref=py_c
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 2 lessons/week, Wed 18:00-21:00. From 3000yen/hour. Teach elementary school students, grades 4-6 (Eiken Grade 4 level or higher) and junior high school students (Eiken Grade 3 level or higher) in an after-school international-style English program. Lead English communication activities, support pair work and group activities, encourage students to use English actively, and discuss lesson ideas and program improvement with the director. "The program focuses on communication, pair work, projects, presentations, and home learning missions." Work location Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama. Proper visa, and native level English speaker required. Experience teaching in Japanese schools, international schools, ALT work, eikaiwa schools, or after-school programs; TESOL/TEFL/TESL/CELTA certification; Japanese speaking ability; and interest in project-based learning, presentation activities, and curriculum development preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN KANAGAWA, TOKYO, YOKOHAMA, YOKOSUKA, OR NEARBY AREAS. Daily transportation reimbursed. Renewable part-time employee or gyomu-itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, short letter of introduction, current location in Japan, visa status, teaching experience with children, and Wednesday evening availability. Contact Kohei Yamada. Alchemists English School/Alchemists After-School International Program. Kanagawa, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oZAFb8aGwf0pqtJnOo20ZczS4AdSFTFw/view?usp=sharing
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 10-35 hours/week, 2-7 lessons/week, Mon-Sun 9:00-14:00 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift), Mon-Sat 14:30-19:30 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift). 1700-3500yen/hour. Teach children from 3-12 years. Lead activities such as games, songs, crafts, and outdoor lessons in English. Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback to parents. Prepare lesson materials and classroom resources. Participate in school events and seasonal activities. Work location Tokyo, Chiyoda-ku. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and experience teaching English required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/RSA/CELTA/BETT/PELT/FCTB certification, and non-Japanese teaching license preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO, SAITAMA, CHIBA, OR KANAGAWA. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal/sponsorship. Six-month renewable contract. Transportation allowance, completion bonus, and incentives. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Momo Kato, HR staff. Kids Talk English School. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://kids-talk.jp/
https://www.instagram.com/kids_talk_jp/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 20-28 hours/week, M-F. 1300-1800yen/hour. Childcare and English education for children aged 0 to 6. Work location Tachikawa-station, Tokyo. Native English speaker required. Proper visa, and experience in early childhood education (ages 0-6) preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Paid holidays, daily transportation allowance, and social insurance. One-year Keiyaku Shain contract, renewable once. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Contact Tyobeka, Manager. Coco International. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.cocointernational.jp/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, M-F, between 9am-5pm. 3000yen/hour. Teach international college students, classroom management, and create exams. Work location Yokohama, Jiyugaoka, Shinjuku. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA/BS, experience teaching large classes, and basic MS office skills required. Native English speaker, TESOL/CELTA certification, and three years experience teaching young adults preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN KANAGAWA/TOKYO. Paid holidays, and completion bonus. Six-month renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline September 1, 2026. Position begins October 1, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, diploma, and availability. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Bryan Solomon. Gregg International College. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.gregg.ac.jp/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, Mon-Sun 9:00-14:00 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift), Mon-Sat 14:30–19:30 (5-hour immersive lesson/shift). 250,000-320,000yen/month. Teach children from 3-12 years. Lead activities such as games, songs, crafts, and outdoor lessons in English. Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback to parents. Prepare lesson materials and classroom resources. Participate in school events and seasonal activities. Work location Tokyo, Chiyoda-ku. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and experience teaching English required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/RSA/CELTA/BETT/PELT/FCTB certification, and non-Japanese teaching license preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO, SAITAMA, CHIBA, OR KANAGAWA. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal/sponsorship. Six-month renewable contract. Transportation allowance, completion bonus, and incentives. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Momo Kato, HR staff. Kids Talk English School. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://kids-talk.jp/
https://www.instagram.com/kids_talk_jp/
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Sat. 250,000yen/month. Teach children and adults. Work location Osaka. Native English speaker, and BA required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN, PREFERABLY IN THE KANSAI AREA. Sponsorship available. Paid holidays, transportation allowance, health insurance, training, contract completion bonus, and incentives. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. "Only successful applicants will be contacted." Contact Mike Kubota, Director of Recruiting. Time English School. Hyogo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.timeheart.co.jp
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, M-F, to 7 lessons/day. 220,000-250,000yen/month. Teach age groups from preschoolers to adults. Teach students up to 12 years old with a Japanese assistant teacher. Materials and resources provided. Work location Toyohashi, Tahara, Toyokawa, Okazaki, Toyota, Nagoya, Nisshin, and Gifu. Native English speaker, and BA required. Teaching experience preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Will renew visa. Accommodation: "\57000-\58000 (monthly) Company accommodation includes a fridge, AC, a wash. A company car and car insurance. Single room occupancy." One week holiday in May and August, two weeks holiday for Christmas, company car travel allowance (to 5000yen/month), and National Health Insurance. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, photo, teaching certification(s), and availability. Contact Yoko Onoda, Manager. N kyoiku. Aichi, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.nakazawa-juku.com/~annie/
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 28-34 working hours/week, 22-28 teaching/class hours/week, Sat/Sun and 3 weekdays. 1452-1952yen/lesson. Teach private and small-group face-to-face and online lessons to clients of all ages (from young children to seniors) and abilities (from beginner to advanced). May also teach special online programs for larger groups. Prepare before each class, and perform student assessment (including recording student performance in the students’ electronic file) in class at the end of each lesson. Work locations across Japan. Native English speaker required. BA/BS preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Training, contract completion bonus, and incentives. Six-month renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply online with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Hiring Manager. NOVA Holdings. Tokyo, Japan.
https://nlc.recruitee.com/nova/
ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25-30 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week within M-Sat, 9:15am-10pm. 230,000-270,000yen/month. Teach English to children and adults following the Berlitz Method. Work location Hamamatsu Station. Native level English speaker, BA, and MS Office skills required. N3 ability, and one year experience preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Paid holidays, paid vacation, transportation allowance, social insurance, and training. One-year renewable Seishain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Shane Smith, Managing Director. Berlitz Language Center. Shizuoka, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://lhedu.jp
INTERNATIONAL KINDERGARTEN ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, M-F, 8-5pm. 280,000yen/month (310,000yen/month with certification). Teach kindergarten age students (2-6 years), curriculum development, plan/manage school events, and take part in field trips/camping events, Sports Day, and Christmas events. Work location Setagaya and Kachidoki. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA/BS, and three years experience with kindergarten/elementary students required. Teaching certification, teaching license, experience teaching children 2-7 years old, and computer skills preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Paid holidays, transportation allowance, social insurance, and 10,000yen/attendance allowance. One-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Ken Wagner, Head Teacher. Buddy Columbia International School. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.bcis.jp/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 24 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week including Sat and Sun. 260,000-285,000yen/month. "Teach Japanese children from 3-15 years whose parents temporarily lived in abroad. Instruct English language classes in English including English vocabulary building, English oral reading strategies, written tests and competitions, etc. and lecture on various topics with respect to the English language and literature. Maintain discipline in the classroom and administer tests to evaluate each student’s progress, grade students, assign and correct study assignments , and provide advice to individual student in English on customized learning strategies. Utilize knowledge of changing trends and score ratios of the entrance exams of various schools in Japan in order to recommend changes in the existing curriculum to the principal. Prepare teaching outlines for the courses of English language and literature, and Social Studies, select learning materials and books recommended by the English Teaching Specialists to develop and modify existing courses, teaching methodologies, teaching equipment, etc. Analyze appropriate teaching methodologies for each subject matter and class, and implement teaching strategies and academic curriculum effectively to increase the learning curves. Conduct student screening and placement to determine the level of incoming students’ oral and written English skills as well as academic knowledge level in the selected school subjects and categorize classes accordingly to ensure optimize learning environment. Issue progress report to students and their parents and counsel both student and parents about educational goals and choices and outline study guideline in order to achieve target academic level to enter particular school in Japan. Perform related duties in our school such as supervising study hall, and coordinating extracurricular student activities etc. Make a regular business report to the principal on a variety of teaching issues." Work location Azamino, Yokohama and Shibuya; Tokyo and Nihonbashi-Kayabacho, Tokyo. Native English speaker, and BA/BS (English or Education preferred) required. Proper visa, TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, teaching license, and experience teaching English (writing essay) at International school or public schools ages 4G to 11G age level preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN, PREFERABLY IN THE KANTO AREA. Will sponsor or renew visa. Accommodation: "the Company pays JPY9,000 per month only if the Employee lives in the Company-rented-apartment in Azamino, Yokohama." Paid vacation, transportation allowance, health insurance, and moving/relocation allowance (exact fee charged by the moving company selected by the company and airfare to Tokyo). Two-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and photo. Contact Hagiwara. Gakkyusha Kikoku-kyoiku Co., Ltd. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.ena-kikoku.com/
LEAD EDUCATORS (EARLY AND PRIMARY YEARS).
Full-time, 40 hours/week, 5 days/week. 500,000yen/month. Teach primary or early years students, following inquiry-based and experiential learning. Work location Kamakura. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA, and over three years classroom experience required. Japanese speaking and writing ability preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE KAMAKURA AREA. Will sponsor or renew visa. Paid holidays, paid vacation, daily transportation allowance, training, and incentives. Seishain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email or online with CV/resume, availability, and state visa status. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Katerina, Talent Acquisition Specialist. Boundless Life. Kanagawa, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.boundless.life/
https://www.instagram.com/boundlesslife/?hl=es
NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 22-25 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Sat 12:45-9:45. 260,000-280,000yen/month. Teach toddlers to adults, various levels, in classes of 4-8 students, and some private specialized lessons. Develop content for in-class and online lessons. Work location Okayama City. Native English speaker, BA, and International/Japanese driver's license required. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Accommodation: "furnished 1DK apartment ¥60,000/month + utilities." Paid holidays, transportation allowance, health insurance, and contract completion bonus. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins September 1, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and letters of recommendation. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Eric Morris. Maple English School. Okayama, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://maple-school.com/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 20-25 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week. 230,000yen/month. Teach English to children and adults. Work location "10 minutes walk from the house." Native English speaker, BA, and TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification required. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Training expenses. One-year renewable Seishain contract. Application deadline August 20, 2026. Position begins September 1, 2026. Apply by email CV/resume, diploma(s), letter of introduction, photo, teaching certification, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Contact Akazawa. Remy's English House. Yamaguchi, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://remysenglishhouse.web.fc2.com/en/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 29.5 working hours/week, to 25 teaching/class hours/week, 5 days/week. From 250,000yen/month. Teach office workers in both face-to-face and online lessons. Work location central Nagano Prefecture. Native English speaker, BA/BS, International/Japanese driver's license (applicant not required to own a car), and familiarity with MS Word, Excel, PPT, and Teams required. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will sponsor or renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. "If you need sponsorship, 1-year commitment for full-time work agreement is required." Paid holidays, training, contract completion bonus, and "a company car is available." One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins mid-September, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, availability, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Ms. Harri Satake. Lodestar Language School. Nagano, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://lodestar-ls.com/
KINDERGARTEN AND ELEMENTARY ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 18-22 teaching/class hours/week, 9am-5pm M-F. 270,000-300,000yen/month. Teach English to kindergarten and elementary aged children, mainly 3-6 year olds but with some afternoon classes for up to 12 year old students. Help out with school activities. Work location Kiyose, Tokyo. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA, one year experience teaching children in Japan, conversational Japanese ability, ability to sing in tune in front of people required. "For those on a spousal visa or with PR, a BA qualification is not required but more experience in teaching with children will be expected." Japanese reading ability, and ability to play piano or guitar preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE TOKYO OR SAITAMA AREAS. "Assistance can be given for renewal purposes." Paid holidays, daily transportation allowance, social insurance, and training. One-year renewable Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline September 15, 2026. Position begins October 1, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and photo. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Charlie Barlow. Max English. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
UNIVERSITY ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, 25 teaching/class hours/week, M-F. 2190yen/hour (approximately 260,000yen/month based on 5.5 hours/day) for applicants with under 500 hours of teaching experience; 2310yen/hour (approximately 275,000yen/month based on 5.5 hours/day) for applicants with 500+ hours of teaching experience. Teach English within university, extracurricular, and accredited programs. Work location Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, and Nagoya. BA and either 1) experience teaching EFL/ESL in a classroom environment, along with a teaching certificate (TEFL/TESL/TESOL) and/or teaching credentials or qualifications (elementary/primary/secondary) or 2) 1000+ hours of EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching certificates, credentials or qualifications required. MA, and 3 years experience (6 or more terms/semesters) teaching at a university/community college (all subjects) preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Accommodation: "housing can be arranged at the cost listed below, which covers rent, utilities, and monthly maintenance fees: a) 81,000 yen per month for a private room in a social residence, or b) 98,000 yen per month for a studio-type apartment." Transportation allowance, flight reimbursement of up to 1200USD for those coming to Japan for fall 2026, and training. Three- to five-month Keiyaku Shain contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins September, 2026. Apply online and "we will contact you by email shortly after you have completed the form." Contact Sophia Okada, Human Resources. Westgate Corporation. Tokyo, Japan.
https://www.westgatejapan.com/M-1-1.html
PRIVATE PRESCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, M-F, 9:00-18:00. 270,000yen/month. Teach English to children from infant classes (0 years old) up to school students in 20–50 minute classes. Work location Hitachinaka city, approximately a 15-minute walk from Sawa Station, Joban Line. Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa ("for those who are already residing in Japan and meet the requirements for this visa status, we will provide support with the application process"), native level English speaker, BA/BS, and MS Office skills required. Japanese language ability, International/Japanese driver's license, teaching license, and teaching experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. "If you are able to visit the preschool and meet us before employment, your current place of residence does not matter. Please note that you will be responsible for your own transportation expenses when visiting the nursery." Accommodation: 20,000yen/month housing allowance. Paid holidays, social insurance, and 60,000yen bonus every six months. One-year fixed-term employee contract, renewable five times. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins early-mid September, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the subject) with CV/resume, diploma(s), letter of introduction, photo, availability, passport page, and type of residence status in Japan. Only successful applicants will be contacted. "Application materials will not be returned." Contact Toshiharu Shimizu, President. Seishin Gakuen, Ltd. Ibaraki, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://www.seishin.biz
https://www.instagram.com/seishin_group/
NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 20 teaching/class hours/week, M-F and some Sat/Sun. 250,000yen/month. Teach subjects in English, classroom management, create teaching materials, provide services related to entrance examinations for children, perform work related to school events, and attend faculty meetings. Work location Nishioka, Sapporo, and at affiliated elementary schools in Sapporo and surrounding areas. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA/BS, one of the following certifications TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/BETT/PELT/FCTB and Japanese speaking ability required. Japanese writing ability preferred. SCHOOL PREFERS THAT APPLICANT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Paid holidays, daily transportation allowance, health insurance, research allowance, training, unemployment insurance, and bonus. One-year contract renewable four times. Application deadline September 30, 2026. Position begins April 1, 2027. Apply by email ("write 'Recruit for a Fulltime English Teacher' in the subject line") after downloading the school's (MS Word format) Rirekisho <https://tanakagakuen-ed-jp.translate.goog/private/uploads/images/native2026entrysheettanakagakuen.docx?_x_tr_sl=ja&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wapp> and include diplomas, essay, photo, teaching certifications, transcripts, and copy of residence card or passport. "We only accept the dedicated resume format." Contact Natsumi Sato. Tanaka Gakuen Ritsumeikan Keisho Primary School. Sapporo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://tanakagakuen.ed.jp/
https://www.facebook.com/tanakagakuen.ed.jp
https://www.instagram.com/tanaka_gakuen/
NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 working hours/week, to 25 teaching/class hours/week. 250,000yen/month. Teach English to adults and children. Work location Takamatsu city, 2 minutes walk from Kotoden Kawaramachi Station. Native English speaker, and BA/BS required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/RSA/CELTA certification preferred. Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan. Sponsorship available. Paid holidays. Eighteen-month renewable contract. Application deadline September 30, 2026. Position begins October 30, 2026. Apply by email with CV/resume, diploma, letter of introduction, photo, letters of recommendation, and passport page. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Mr. Masao Yoshihara, Director. Academic Cultural Exchange. Kagawa, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.ace-world.com
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time, 35 working hours/week, 24 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Sat or Sun-Thur. 280,000-350,000yen/month. Prepare and deliver assigned lessons to achieve advanced literacy outcomes, including analytical writing, structured argumentation, and text-based discussion. Foster a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment. Monitor student progress, and adapt approaches to address diverse learning needs. Encourage and motivate students to achieve academic goals, providing individualized support where necessary. Identify students who require additional help or enrichment. Track attendance, write progress reports, and log student performance data. Grade and provide feedback on essays or other written assignments. Participate in training sessions, meetings, and workshops. Receive and act on feedback from classroom observations, coaching sessions, and performance reviews to improve instructional quality. Work location Tokyo, Kanagawa, or Chiba. Proper visa, native English speaker, and BA/BS required. TESL/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification, non-Japanese teaching license, and 3-5 years teaching experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Paid holidays, paid vacation, daily transportation allowance, social insurance, training, and incentives. One-year Keiyaku Shain contract, renewable five years. Application deadline August 31, 2026. Position begins spring/summer, 2026. Apply online. Contact Andrew Chandler, Recruitment Manager. Kikokushijo Academy. Tokyo, Japan.
https://globalka.com/careers/english-teacher-kikokushijo-academy
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POSITION LISTING CONVENTIONS (WHY DOES IT SAY "MAILTO:")
All Japanese telephone and fax numbers are given as if being dialed in Japan. See the "Contacting An English School By Phone" section below for more details.
Email addresses are written in HTML code, which many email programs can use to send messages automatically (generally, if the text appears blue, or is underlined on your screen, then your program supports this feature). If your email program does not support this feature, the actual email address will be the text immediately after the HTML "mailto:" prefix. In other words, if you see an address like <mailto:[email protected], it means that the actual email address is <[email protected]>.
Emailing your application to a bunch of schools using the "cc" function looks really tacky. Even if your ARE sending out lots of resumes, take the extra time to address each institution individually. Of course, make sure your computer's antivirus software is up-to-date. And give all your correspondence clear, simple and professional subject headings.
Pay attention to geographic requirements like "APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN" or "Applicant NOT REQUIRED to reside in Japan." Save yourself time and money -- and save the hiring institutions from unnecessary work.
Reply promptly when an institution contacts you.
Salaries are reported in Japanese Yen (so you can figure out what your salary is worth today, not six months ago). Use the "Exchange Rates" table at the top of this issue to convert the salary into your currency.
Many schools have a salary scale, rather than a "set salary," based on factors like experience and qualifications (degrees, certifications, etc.). Try to find out where you fall on that scale early in the hiring process (while there's still time for a little negotiation).
"Proper visa" means that the applicant must currently possess a valid working visa (which usually includes spousal visas and working holiday visas). That doesn't necessarily mean an institution isn't willing to provide sponsorship -- but it does mean they want you to start working (legally) right away.
"University degree" means graduation from a four-year institution or an internationally-recognized equivalent -- a baccalaureate diploma.
When schools ask for a photo, they want a clear, recent one (jpg is a good choice for emailing). CVs, resumes, cover letters, letters of recommendation, references, etc. should always include current contact information: addresses, telephone and fax numbers (a current email address and a link to an on-line resume/home page couldn't hurt, either). Don't email huge files of any type unless requested.
Some institutions (like, universities) prefer to receive application materials by registered mail -- if they ask for registered mail, send it by registered mail. Universities often track positions by reference numbers -- if one is mentioned, include it when you apply. And CV, of course, stands for "curriculum vitae."
Keep in mind that most institutions have limited resources (i.e. clerical help) and can only respond to applicants they are interested in -- if you don't hear back within a couple of weeks, it's probably time to move on ...
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ARTICLES FOR SALE
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TRADITIONAL JAPANESE CRAFTS
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CONTACTING AN ENGLISH SCHOOL BY PHONE
Check your time zone, then check Japan's -- don't try calling (or sending a fax) in the middle of the night! To call Japan from the US, dial 011 (the international code), 81 (the country code for Japan), the city code without the first "0" (Tokyo's code is "03", so you'd just dial "3"), and then the local phone number. For example, a number listed as "03-3713-7046" in O-Hayo Sensei would be dialed (from the US) as "011-81-3-3713-7046." Make sure the same series of numbers applies from your country. Unless you're comfortable speaking Japanese on the phone, don't try it (a simple "moshi moshi" can get you in trouble fast). But don't worry -- you're calling an English school, someone there must speak it! Just be patient, and apologize frequently.
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CONTACTING AN ENGLISH SCHOOL BY MAIL
Including a Japanese language version of your letter (or at least a few sentences of greeting) will make a good impression. In any case, write simply and plainly. Avoid slang and jargon. Be honest and sincere about yourself and your qualifications, but don't sell yourself short. Mention any teaching experience. If you know Japanese, say so. Enthusiasm counts. Indicate that you plan to stay in Japan for a long while (if true, of course). If you already reside in Japan, say so -- and indicate where. If you include a photo, make it a good, recent one (this is not the time to use up old high school graduation photos). Above all, be clean and neat.
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