Publication Date: september 1, 2026
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O-HAYO SENSEI
The Newsletter Of (Teaching) Jobs In Japan
Published Twice-Monthly
www.ohayosensei.com
ISSN 1077-0313
Publication Date 9/1/26
Next Issue 9/16/26
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IN THIS ISSUE
Current Exchange Rates
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MIRAI English Garden
Can Do Kids
Teaching Positions
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Teaching Positions Still Available
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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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EXCHANGE RATES
September 1, 2026
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FREE LISTINGS
PAID LISTINGS
Full-Time Preschool Teacher-Reggio Emilia Approach-Position starts 2026. MIRAI English Garden, Tokorozawa. 8:00-17:00, 5 days/week, M-F. 230,000-270,000. Implement the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education focusing on child-led learning and exploration, plan and facilities activities, create an inclusive classroom environment that encourages children to express themselves and learn through play, collaborating with colleagues and parents. We are looking for a headteacher who can manage these teachers. Required: person who already has a visa to work in Japan. BA in Early Childhood Education or related field, experience working with young children in a preschool setting, and familiarity with the Reggio Emilia approach. Apply with resume and cover letter to mailto:[email protected]
Can Do Kids in Urawa, Saitama is hiring a part-time teacher for Saturday morning/early afternoon classes. Easy-to-teach, fun program. Candidates must have first-language proficiency with certification, experience, positive attitude and willingness to learn new methods. Minimum ¥3,000/hour, rising based on student enrollment and retention. Possibility of full-time employment in the future with additional benefits. Send resume with two references to Adam at mailto:[email protected] https://www.candokids.jp/
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 1-4 hours/week, M-F. From 3000yen/hour. Teach English to children and adults. Work location Sendai. Proper visa required. bNative level English speaker, and experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. One-year renewable Gyomu-Itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Berin Lee. NOVA Holdings. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
BUSINESS ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, 17 working hours/week, 10 teaching/class hours/week, Sat and Sun. 160,000yen/month. Instruct mid-career business professionals face to face and online from the Global Bridge Office. Proofreading, editing and materials creation. Work location Otemachi, Tokyo. Proper visa, native English speaker, and university degree required. Business degree -or- 5+ years of corporate work experience in Japan preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN OR NEAR CENTRAL TOKYO. Paid holidays. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume. Contact Julian. Global Bridge. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://globalbridge.co.jp/
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
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 4.5 hours/week, mornings and afternoons, Tue. 2000-2500yen/hour (contact hours only). Teach young learners of various levels, create lesson plans, and incorporate educational materials into the curriculum. Work location Kita Senju, Adachi-ku. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA, TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, lesson planning experience, educational background in language education or related field, and experience teaching English required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE WITHIN REASONABLE COMMUTING DISTANCE TO KITA SENJU. Daily transportation allowance. One-year 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, teaching certification, availability. location, and visa status. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Mr. Iain Hair. Karanga Language Academy. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.karangalanguage.com/ja
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 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.
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 ASAP. 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/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 10-12 working hours/week, 2-3 days/week, variable shifts, Tues/Wed/Fri, 16:30-20:30. 2000-2500yen/hour. Teach children from 4-17 years old, and possibly adults. Work location Handa, near Chita Handa and Sumiyoshi stations. Plan and deliver English lessons, maintain lesson records, track and report student progress. Build relationships with students, families, and fellow teachers, and participate in professional development/training sessions. Proper visa, and AA required. Native level English speaker, and experience working as an English teacher in Japan preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN AICHI. Daily transportation allowance. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins October 1, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Paul Richardson, Owner. Chubu International School. Aichi, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://chubuis.com/
http://www.instagram.com/chubuinternational
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/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
MATERNITY COVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IMMERSION TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 hours/week, to 20 classes/week, 8:15-17:15, M-F. 280,000-330,000yen/month. Teach mostly English and some science classes; prepare lessons, curriculum and material development,;attend meetings, school events and ceremonies (including religious events and ceremonies); make and grade tests; check journals; eat lunch with students; supervising during cleaning time' school commute/arrival supervision; and homeroom duties. Work location Osaka Prefecture (North Area). Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA/BS, and two years experience teaching at elementary schools required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will renew visa. Paid holidays, social insurance, and training. Five-month, non-renewable Haken contract. "This is a maternity cover position, and the contract is until the end of this academic year (until March 31, 2027)." Application deadline ASAP. Position begins November 1, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Nia Lieu. EduCareer. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.educareer.jp/
https://www.facebook.com/EduCareerJapan
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
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
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.
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/
CHILDRENS ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 3 days/month, Sat, 9:00-13:00. 3500yen/hour. Teach English to students from kindergarten to junior high level. "We provide all materials which the teacher can adapt and use to their style." Work location Funabori. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA/BS, one year experience teaching children in Japan, and MS Office/Zoom/LINE skills required. MA (children's education, or related), TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, and N1 ability preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Transportation allowance, and training. Two-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins September, 2026. Apply by email or online with CV/resume, letter of introduction, photo (2), availability, and state visa status. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Hiring Manager. Kids Corner. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://kidscorner.jp
https://www.instagram.com/kidscorner_kidscorner/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 4-24 working hours/week, 2-16 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Fri between 13:00-20:15, Sat 9:00-18:00. 2200-2750yen/class hour, 2000yen/online hour, 1250yen/non-class work hour (prep, training). Teach children ages 0-15, and assist with lesson/material preparation. Work location Tokyo area (Tama Plaza, Jiyugaoka, Seijogakuen-mae and more). Proper visa required. Native level English speaker preferred. One year head teacher experience with children, N3 ability, over three years head teacher experience with ages 12 and below, experience with ages 6 and under, and experience with ages 2 and under preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE TOKYO AREA, OR PLAN TO RELOCATE TO TOKYO AREA. "School may be able to assist with visa renewal." Transportation allowance. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and availability (days/times). Contact Soren Fox. GnoKids. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://gno-kids.com/school/
ASSISTANT PRESCHOOL TEACHER.
Part-time, 6 hours/week, Sat 8:30-2:30. 1500yen/hour non-native speaker or 2000yen/hour native speaker. Welcome students, play in free play time, prepare snacks, take kids to the park, help with student toilet visits (change diapers if required), supervise lunch, prepare crafts, participate in circle time, perform some cleaning and write a daily journal. "We have developmental challenged kids a lot. So if a candidate wants to experience a special education need child, our place is very good." Work location six-minute-walk from Mitakadai station. Proper visa (university students/senmongakko ryugakusei OK), native level English speaker, and "good singer" required. Japanese speaking ability, experience writing a daily journal using MS Excel, and experience posting pictures on instagram preferred. "Preferred to live in Japan long enough to understand Japanese culture and parents expectation." APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO LESS, THAN ONE HOUR COMMUTE FROM THE SCHOOL. Daily transportation allowance. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline September 10, 2026. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Contact Miyako Hangai, Principal. JUN International Preschool. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://jun-i-preschool.com/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ELEMENTARY TEACHER GRADES 1 AND 2.
Full-time, 23 teaching hours/week, M-F 8:40-4:00. 3,108,000yen/year. "Responsible for a combined 1st- and 2nd-grade class and will teach the core elementary subjects, including Bible, mathematics, science, language arts, social studies, art, music, and physical education. We use the American Curriculum and are WASC-accredited. This is a Christian mission school. Teachers teach Bible class and pray with the students daily." Work location Kofu, Yamanashi. Native English speaker, Elementary Education degree, and non-Japanese teaching license required. Two years experience, teaching license/certificate in elementary teaching (primary level), and WASC or IB experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Paid holidays, paid vacation, social insurance, small bonuses, and raises every two years. Two- to three-year renewable Seishain contract. Application deadline October 30, 2026. Position begins April, 2027. Apply by telephone, email (include the name of the position in the email subject), online, or in-person with CV/resume, letter of introduction, photo, and teaching certification. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Suzy Brown, Principal. New Life International School. Asahi 5-4-16, Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan 400-0025. 090-6014-2663.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.nliskofu.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/884886678264764
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/
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 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, 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/
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, 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
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/
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/
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/
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]
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
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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
O-Hayo Sensei is the world's largest jobs-in-Japan publication. It reaches thousands of qualified teachers around the world (and everywhere in Japan) every two weeks. OH is a unique resource for Japanese employers who wish to hire the best. All employment listings are free -- just request our listing form by email, or use the online form. Over the years we have found that more information is better: better qualified employees, better communication, etc. To get the form by email, send an email message with the text "get position form" to mailto:[email protected] and we'll send the form back by email. You can also visit the O-Hayo Sensei web site https://www.ohayosensei.com/free-position-listing.html and use the online form there, or request a form.
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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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ISSN 1077-0313
Publication Date 9/1/26
Next Issue 9/16/26
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IN THIS ISSUE
Current Exchange Rates
Paid Listings
MIRAI English Garden
Can Do Kids
Teaching Positions
Part-Time
Full-Time
Teaching Positions Still Available
Short-Term
Part-Time
Full-Time
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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EXCHANGE RATES
September 1, 2026
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HKD 20.38 yen
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FREE LISTINGS
PAID LISTINGS
Full-Time Preschool Teacher-Reggio Emilia Approach-Position starts 2026. MIRAI English Garden, Tokorozawa. 8:00-17:00, 5 days/week, M-F. 230,000-270,000. Implement the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education focusing on child-led learning and exploration, plan and facilities activities, create an inclusive classroom environment that encourages children to express themselves and learn through play, collaborating with colleagues and parents. We are looking for a headteacher who can manage these teachers. Required: person who already has a visa to work in Japan. BA in Early Childhood Education or related field, experience working with young children in a preschool setting, and familiarity with the Reggio Emilia approach. Apply with resume and cover letter to mailto:[email protected]
Can Do Kids in Urawa, Saitama is hiring a part-time teacher for Saturday morning/early afternoon classes. Easy-to-teach, fun program. Candidates must have first-language proficiency with certification, experience, positive attitude and willingness to learn new methods. Minimum ¥3,000/hour, rising based on student enrollment and retention. Possibility of full-time employment in the future with additional benefits. Send resume with two references to Adam at mailto:[email protected] https://www.candokids.jp/
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 1-4 hours/week, M-F. From 3000yen/hour. Teach English to children and adults. Work location Sendai. Proper visa required. bNative level English speaker, and experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. One-year renewable Gyomu-Itaku contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Berin Lee. NOVA Holdings. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
BUSINESS ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR.
Part-time, 17 working hours/week, 10 teaching/class hours/week, Sat and Sun. 160,000yen/month. Instruct mid-career business professionals face to face and online from the Global Bridge Office. Proofreading, editing and materials creation. Work location Otemachi, Tokyo. Proper visa, native English speaker, and university degree required. Business degree -or- 5+ years of corporate work experience in Japan preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN OR NEAR CENTRAL TOKYO. Paid holidays. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume. Contact Julian. Global Bridge. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://globalbridge.co.jp/
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
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 4.5 hours/week, mornings and afternoons, Tue. 2000-2500yen/hour (contact hours only). Teach young learners of various levels, create lesson plans, and incorporate educational materials into the curriculum. Work location Kita Senju, Adachi-ku. Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA, TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, lesson planning experience, educational background in language education or related field, and experience teaching English required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE WITHIN REASONABLE COMMUTING DISTANCE TO KITA SENJU. Daily transportation allowance. One-year 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, teaching certification, availability. location, and visa status. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Mr. Iain Hair. Karanga Language Academy. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.karangalanguage.com/ja
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 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.
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 ASAP. 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/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 10-12 working hours/week, 2-3 days/week, variable shifts, Tues/Wed/Fri, 16:30-20:30. 2000-2500yen/hour. Teach children from 4-17 years old, and possibly adults. Work location Handa, near Chita Handa and Sumiyoshi stations. Plan and deliver English lessons, maintain lesson records, track and report student progress. Build relationships with students, families, and fellow teachers, and participate in professional development/training sessions. Proper visa, and AA required. Native level English speaker, and experience working as an English teacher in Japan preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN AICHI. Daily transportation allowance. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins October 1, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume, and letter of introduction. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Paul Richardson, Owner. Chubu International School. Aichi, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://chubuis.com/
http://www.instagram.com/chubuinternational
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/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
MATERNITY COVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IMMERSION TEACHER.
Full-time, 40 hours/week, to 20 classes/week, 8:15-17:15, M-F. 280,000-330,000yen/month. Teach mostly English and some science classes; prepare lessons, curriculum and material development,;attend meetings, school events and ceremonies (including religious events and ceremonies); make and grade tests; check journals; eat lunch with students; supervising during cleaning time' school commute/arrival supervision; and homeroom duties. Work location Osaka Prefecture (North Area). Proper visa, native level English speaker, BA/BS, and two years experience teaching at elementary schools required. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will renew visa. Paid holidays, social insurance, and training. Five-month, non-renewable Haken contract. "This is a maternity cover position, and the contract is until the end of this academic year (until March 31, 2027)." Application deadline ASAP. Position begins November 1, 2026. Apply by email (include the name of the position in the email subject) with CV/resume. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Nia Lieu. EduCareer. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.educareer.jp/
https://www.facebook.com/EduCareerJapan
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
PART-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
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.
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/
CHILDRENS ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 3 days/month, Sat, 9:00-13:00. 3500yen/hour. Teach English to students from kindergarten to junior high level. "We provide all materials which the teacher can adapt and use to their style." Work location Funabori. Proper visa, native English speaker, BA/BS, one year experience teaching children in Japan, and MS Office/Zoom/LINE skills required. MA (children's education, or related), TESL/TEFL/TESOL certification, and N1 ability preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO. Transportation allowance, and training. Two-year renewable contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins September, 2026. Apply by email or online with CV/resume, letter of introduction, photo (2), availability, and state visa status. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Hiring Manager. Kids Corner. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
http://kidscorner.jp
https://www.instagram.com/kidscorner_kidscorner/
ENGLISH TEACHER.
Part-time, 4-24 working hours/week, 2-16 teaching/class hours/week, Tue-Fri between 13:00-20:15, Sat 9:00-18:00. 2200-2750yen/class hour, 2000yen/online hour, 1250yen/non-class work hour (prep, training). Teach children ages 0-15, and assist with lesson/material preparation. Work location Tokyo area (Tama Plaza, Jiyugaoka, Seijogakuen-mae and more). Proper visa required. Native level English speaker preferred. One year head teacher experience with children, N3 ability, over three years head teacher experience with ages 12 and below, experience with ages 6 and under, and experience with ages 2 and under preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE TOKYO AREA, OR PLAN TO RELOCATE TO TOKYO AREA. "School may be able to assist with visa renewal." Transportation allowance. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline ASAP. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, letter of introduction, and availability (days/times). Contact Soren Fox. GnoKids. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://gno-kids.com/school/
ASSISTANT PRESCHOOL TEACHER.
Part-time, 6 hours/week, Sat 8:30-2:30. 1500yen/hour non-native speaker or 2000yen/hour native speaker. Welcome students, play in free play time, prepare snacks, take kids to the park, help with student toilet visits (change diapers if required), supervise lunch, prepare crafts, participate in circle time, perform some cleaning and write a daily journal. "We have developmental challenged kids a lot. So if a candidate wants to experience a special education need child, our place is very good." Work location six-minute-walk from Mitakadai station. Proper visa (university students/senmongakko ryugakusei OK), native level English speaker, and "good singer" required. Japanese speaking ability, experience writing a daily journal using MS Excel, and experience posting pictures on instagram preferred. "Preferred to live in Japan long enough to understand Japanese culture and parents expectation." APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN TOKYO LESS, THAN ONE HOUR COMMUTE FROM THE SCHOOL. Daily transportation allowance. One-year renewable part-time employee contract. Application deadline September 10, 2026. Position begins ASAP. Apply by email with CV/resume, and photo. Contact Miyako Hangai, Principal. JUN International Preschool. Tokyo, Japan.
mailto:[email protected]
https://jun-i-preschool.com/
FULL-TIME TEACHING POSITIONS
ELEMENTARY TEACHER GRADES 1 AND 2.
Full-time, 23 teaching hours/week, M-F 8:40-4:00. 3,108,000yen/year. "Responsible for a combined 1st- and 2nd-grade class and will teach the core elementary subjects, including Bible, mathematics, science, language arts, social studies, art, music, and physical education. We use the American Curriculum and are WASC-accredited. This is a Christian mission school. Teachers teach Bible class and pray with the students daily." Work location Kofu, Yamanashi. Native English speaker, Elementary Education degree, and non-Japanese teaching license required. Two years experience, teaching license/certificate in elementary teaching (primary level), and WASC or IB experience preferred. APPLICANT MUST CURRENTLY RESIDE IN JAPAN. Will renew visa. University degree required for renewal or sponsorship. Paid holidays, paid vacation, social insurance, small bonuses, and raises every two years. Two- to three-year renewable Seishain contract. Application deadline October 30, 2026. Position begins April, 2027. Apply by telephone, email (include the name of the position in the email subject), online, or in-person with CV/resume, letter of introduction, photo, and teaching certification. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact Suzy Brown, Principal. New Life International School. Asahi 5-4-16, Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan 400-0025. 090-6014-2663.
mailto:[email protected]
https://www.nliskofu.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/884886678264764
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/
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 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, 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/
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, 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
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/
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/
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/
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]
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
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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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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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