English Language Teacher (Sapporo) (expired)

Clark Memorial International High School, a member of SOSHI Educational Group, is seeking a passionate, patient, and professional native-level English teacher for our Sapporo Campuses　for the 2023-2024 school year. Our schools provide a rewarding workplace where you can develop professionally through training and ongoing support, while working in a team that is focused on helping our students succeed.

We are looking for a full-time teacher with competence in teaching Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing to high school students. The student’s English levels are varied from Beginner to Advanced. We have a unique method of teaching English through all four skills while encouraging autonomous learning to keep students motivated and focused. Experience with CLIL based teaching or teaching content focused English lessons would be ideal.

Candidates should demonstrate confidence, creativity, and passion in working with students of various levels of English proficiency to help them achieve their goals. In addition to in-class instruction, this involves assisting students outside of class, providing support for preparation for various contests (speech, essay, etc.), monitoring individual progress, and providing feedback and advice for continued development.

The candidate should also be comfortable working closely with Japanese colleagues in a team environment to implement management policy and contribute to the overall school environment. This includes attending regularly scheduled meetings, assisting in student recruitment efforts, communicating with other staff members (usually in Japanese) to share ideas, and assisting with day-to-day tasks.

【Position】
- English Teacher (with good communication skills to communicate professionally with the Japanese staff)

【Work schedule】
- Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm.
- Sat: (scheduled monthly for school promotions and events).
- Occasional scheduled overtime (paid).

【Holiday】
- Other holidays: 105 days off in a year (including company holidays and non-working weekends).
- Paid Leave: 10 days (April 1st: 5 days and October 1st: 5 days).

【Essential Duties】
- Prepare and teach solo lessons
- Monitor and record student progress
- Maintain attendance and lesson progress records
- Participate in special school events (festivals, sporting activities, assemblies, etc.)
- Assist with promotional events
- Attend staff meetings
- Other General Duties: cleaning, etc.

[Qualification required]
- Native-level English.
- Bachelor's Degree or higher.
- JHS and/or SHS teaching experience.

[Preferred Qualifications]
- Recognized TEFL / TESOL certificate, CELTA, DELTA, Trinity, etc.
- Experience in teaching EIKEN, TOEIC, TOEFL, and IELTS
- Experience in coaching students for speeches, presentations, and debates
- Intermediate Level Japanese Proficiency

【Salary】
- Monthly: JPY 250K - JPY 350K.*
*Salary is negotiable and based on experience and expertise.
- Social/Employment insurance: Yes.

【Other Benefits】
- Social & Health insurance
- Transportation expenses (up to JPY20,000/month).
- Visa sponsorship

【Job Contract Period】
- Contract period: 1 year (Renewable for up to 5 years).
- Promotions and permanent employment available.
- Probationary Period: Yes (6 months).

【Company Info】
SOSHI Educational Group has 120 educational premises in Japan and overseas with over 30,000 students. As a member of SOSHI Education Group, Clark Memorial International High School was established in 1992 and operates campuses across Japan and currently serves more than 10,000 students.

Please apply with your resume, photo, and cover letter including your available dates and times for an interview.

We are looking forward to meeting you!