Business English Instructor (expired)

Berlitz Hamamatsu Language Center

Berlitz Hamamatsu Language Center is recruiting individuals who can deliver high-quality, dynamic, goal focussed lessons to a wide range of students in return for a generous benefits package

Position
Business English Instructor

Location
Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan

Berlitz Hamamatsu Language Center is located in the heart of the city next to the train station. Our school is in a clean and safe building with 24 hours security that has all the amenities needed to work comfortably.

Job Description
We are looking for highly motivated instructors with a passion for delivering dynamic and goal focussed lessons. As we are a continually expanding business we are keen to employ instructors with the ability and desire to commit to at least two years working at our Language Center and who are interested in developing their career with us.

Instructors will be required to provide knowledgeable and energetic business English classes focussing on effective presentation techniques or negotiation strategies. In addition instructors are expected to deliver exciting classes for younger learners who are encountering English for the first time.

Instructors are required to work a five day week (about 27 hours). Non teaching time may be spent on office activities such as writing reports, designing programs, and taking part in workshops. Instructors are expected to behave and dress in a professional manner, show flexibility, and to prepare for and deliver all classes with a sense of purpose and flair.
Working at Berlitz Hamamatsu is a challenging, but very rewarding experience. We believe that for the right individual this is an excellent career opportunity.

Applicants who are currently residing in Japan will be given preference.

Benefits
Our generous benefits package includes the following:

• Visa sponsorship
• Base salary 250,000 – 300,000 JPY depending on experience and qualifications
• Project bonuses
• A performance related bonus at the end of the contract
• All Japanese national holidays off
• 10 days of chosen leave (after the first 6 months), Golden Week and 7 days for winter vacation
• Housing assistance
• Full training and follow-up support
• A friendly and caring working environment
• Commutation fee (up to 15,000 JPY) & all business related travel expenses paid
• Extensive and proven curriculum with all teaching materials provided

Qualifications
All applicants are required to possess the following:

• A completed and accredited Bachelor’s degree
• A solid understanding and native command of the English language
• A passion to help others communicate
• Drive and commitment to providing the highest levels of customer service
• A detailed orientated approach to projects
• The ability to work both in a team and independently
• IT literacy

The following are strongly preferred and applicants with them will be given preference:

• Knowledge of and experience working in the business world
• Two years teaching experience
• TEFL certification
• Experience of teaching EAP and/or ESP
• A sensitivity to Japanese culture especially regarding business matters

Application Instructions
Please submit your application to Mr. David Heath at davyatberlitz@gmail.com

All applications must include:

• A cover letter telling us about yourself, your teaching philosophy, and why you believe that you are a strong candidate for this position
• An up-to-date resume
• A copy of your university degree and full transcript
• A copy of any TEFL certificates that you hold
• The name, position held and contact details of a referee

Only successful candidates will be contacted.