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Full-time and Part-time English Conversation Teacher (expired)

Company
J's English School
Job ID
135236
Location
Obu City, Aichi, Japan
Post date
Nov 12, 2019
Industry
Education / Teaching
Function
Teacher, Instructor (ELT, Conversational English)
Work Type
Full Time / Experienced (Non-Manager)
Salary
¥250,000 ~ ¥250,000 / Month

Requirements

  • English: Native level
  • Visa sponsorship available

Description

WHO WE ARE

J’s English School is a family school located in Obu, a quiet town in the Nagoya suburbs. The school has recently celebrated its 25th anniversary and is very proud of its bond with the local community. Parents of the kids attending our classes become friends, and often enroll too. Having two or sometimes three siblings attend J’s classes is also common. The school wants to maintain this friendly, positive, family-like environment, but is also looking forward to growing with the times and bringing the latest teaching methodologies and technology into its classrooms.


WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR


FULL-TIME POSITION
• a native or near-native English speaker to join our team from January 2020

PART-TIME POSITION
• a native or near-native English speaker to join our team from November 20th to December 20th, preferably someone who lives in or around Obu City

November 20, Wed. 10:00 – 11:15 Adults 5
11:20 – 12:10 Adult Free Conversation

November 21, Th 10:00 – 11:15 Adults 3
11:20 – 12:10 Adult Free Conversation

November 22, Fri 10:00 – 11:15 Adults 4
11:20 – 12:10 Adult Free Conversation

Monday, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
6:30 – 7:10 Young Adults Free Conversation
7:20 – 8:10 Young Adults 3

Tuesday, 11/26, 12/3 12/10, 12/17
5:00 – 5:50 Kids Level 3
6:00 – 6:50 Kids Level 5
7:20 – 8:35 Adults 5

Wednesday, 11/27,12/4, 12/11,12/18
10:00 – 11:15 Adults 5
11:20 – 12:10 Adult Free Conversation
5:00 – 5:50 Kids Level 3
7:20 – 8:10 YA4

Thursday, 11/28, 12/5 12/12, 12/19
10:00 – 11:15 Adults 3
11:20 – 12:10 Adult Free Conversation

Friday, 11/29, 12/6 12/13, 12/20
10:00 – 11:15 Adults 5
11:20 – 12:10 Adult Free Conversation

Successful candidates must be genuinely passionate about teaching as their chosen profession with proven 2-3 years of experience teaching kids (preschool to primary school level). They are independent and reliable, with positive can-do attitude, punctual and tactful. They want to enrich their students’ lives and encourage their interest in learning another language. They can think on their feet and show initiative.

They should also have:
• a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• CELTA or its equivalent
• a valid driver’s license
• the ability to teach a variety of age groups
• a valid working visa (sponsorship available for renewal for full-time teachers only
)
Strong preference is given to those who have:
• beginner’s or above level French
• experience of having lived in a small town and overseas
• a Japanese driver’s license

An advantage
• ability to communicate in Japanese
• genuine interest in Japanese culture

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM TEACHERS

The school has a curriculum in place and provides teachers with lesson plans and the necessary materials for classes. Therefore, we ask the teachers to be both willing to adopt and follow our teaching methodology, but be ready to step in and contribute where necessary. They should also be flexible, maintain excellent rapport with staff and colleagues and be able to accept constructive advice.

Teachers are solely responsible for the adequate preparation and management of their classes. They must also complete student evaluations bi-annually, contribute a short culturally-based article to school’s newsletter, attend teachers’ meeting and organize their workspace. Their presence is also required on our annual events that take place on two Saturdays and one Sunday (Halloween or Christmas party, two demo days)


WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time Position
• ¥250,000 monthly salary
• 30-hour, Monday to Friday workweek
• In-house classes: 3-10 students, from preschoolers to adults
• Initial one-year contract with completion bonus, renewable
• Transport to outside classes
• Five weeks of paid vacation per academic year
• Assistance in finding accommodation and settling down in Obu
• Visa sponsorship

Part-time-Position
• ¥3,000 per hour
• Paid transportation

Applicants from within Japan are preferred but applicants from overseas are also welcome. In your cover letter, please include what inspired you to become a teacher and list two to three current references where at least one must be your supervisor or manager.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for interviews.


Last modified on December 14, 2019

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