International School After school teacher - Kyoto（到期)

We are an international kindergarten located in the heart of Kyoto. Our students study social studies, science, math, and other topics in English. We are not a language school, but a kindergarten similar to what you would find in your home country. Our goal is to create a fun and comfortable atmosphere for kids to learn. We strive to help our students grow into bright, open-minded and kind children. We are a small school, with a big heart!

Our students range from 1.5 years to 6 years old. This age group is very rewarding to teach, but can be demanding as well. As such, we are looking for energetic teachers who are reasonably fit. We often take our students to play at the local park, and have weekly teacher-lead P.E. classes (Kinder Gems only). At Little Gems International School, we work hard to create a fun, collaborative environment for our teachers. As a teacher, we encourage you to help in shaping our curriculum, and welcome new ideas to make our school a better learning environment for our students.

Some of the daily responsibilities include:
• Creating a fun and lively environment for children
• Helping to plan, organize, and lead classes
• Supporting staff members, including preparing materials, caring for students during recess time, assist with minor administrative duties, cleanup class materials etc.
• Eating lunch with students

　Teaching experience is preferred, but not required. We believe that a good attitude, willingness to learn and a bit of determination will go a long way.
　
In addition to our kindergarten program, we provide after-school lessons for children ranging from 3 to 12 years old. Classes are designed based on the individual student’s level and goals. We also offer Spring Break, Summer Break and Winter Break programs.

Little Gems International School Kyoto is looking for teachers who:

• Love working with children
• Creatively approach teaching
• Are flexible and work well as part of an international team
• Preferably has some Japanese conversational ability, however it’s not required
• Are able to commit to 1-2 years of work, including at least 2 weeks of Summer Program and at least 1 week of Spring or Winter program.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor degree or higher
• Previous experience working at a pre-school, after-school program or with young children
• Child care license is preferred, but not required
• Working visa preferred, but not required

Our job openings for the 2017-2018 school year are as follows:

• After-school ESL teacher
Working hours are 20 hours per week Monday-Friday from 2-6pm. The first hour will be for assisting day-teachers with the end of day routine and for after-school preparation. Then, three after school classes are taught from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.

*In addition to the usual scheduled hours, LGIS offers Spring (2 weeks), Summer (4 weeks), and Winter (3 weeks) break programs. We require that all teachers work at least 2 weeks of our Summer Break program and at least 1 week of either our Spring or Winter Break programs. Teacher vacation dates are approved on a first come, first serve basis.

　Our 2017-2018 school year begins April, 6th. New teachers are required to attend two weeks of on the job training in May.

Tentative Training Schedule:
• 8:45-14:30 Pre-Gems/Kinder Gems Class Observations
• 15:00-18:00 After-school Lesson observations (3x1 hour classes)
*During the training period, teachers may be asked to lead class lessons, to assist in class management and preparation, as well as other necessary duties. Teachers will receive half-time pay with transportation costs paid up to 750 yen per day.

Benefits and compensation:
• Competitive starting salary
• Yearly pay increase (in accordance with the school and teacher performance)
• Weekends off
• National holidays off, as well as Obon week, 2-3 weeks Winter vacation and 1-2 weeks Spring vacation (all vacation days are unpaid).
• Transportation fee (up to 15,000 yen a month)
• Visa sponsorship available if necessary

Location:
Our school is located in the center of Kyoto city. We are near Daimaru Department store and the famous Nishiki Marketplace. We are a short walk from both Karasumaoike station (Karasuma line) and Shijo station (Hankyu line).