Public School ALTs for 2017 (expired)

OWLS Co., Ltd. is now recruiting for the 2017 School Year. Energetic and enthusiastic native level English-speaking Instructors wanted for public school positions throughout Kyushu and Chugoku area.


Compensation: Starting from 220,000 yen ~ 250,000 yen/month. (Wages are based on previous teaching experience in Japan, Japanese ability, and assigned schools).

Transportation Allowance (up to 15,000 yen per month)

Compensation package for Health Insurance

Working Days: Monday to Friday (occasional weekend attendance is compulsory for school events).

Contract Term: April 2017 to March 2018 (Renewable).



Required Qualifications:

*Must have at least 1 year ALT experience in Japan.

*Native English speaker.

*Valid working visa or ability to be sponsored.

*Bachelors degree or higher.

*Two references from a previous or current employer.

*High level of proficiency in written and verbal use of English.

*Must have basic Microsoft office or equivalent skills.

*Must be financially sound for relocation to the area within short notice.

*Cover letter must be provided along with the application.

*Conversational Japanese language skills or higher.



Advantageous Qualifications:

*TESOL/TEFL certification

*Teaching license

*Valid driver’s license (International or Japanese)



The ALT’s Job:

*To help to educate Japanese children by providing a native English language model and cultural perspective.

*To plan lessons and prepare materials to facilitate and effective educational program in conjunction with Japanese teachers.

*To conduct English language lessons, and generate an educational and supportive environment.



ALT Duties:

*Prepare instructional plans and lesson outlines for teacher approval using the OWLS English Teaching Method.

*Support instructional plans by preparing and developing teaching aids and materials such as flash-cards, games and activities as needed.

*Present English-language subject matter to students by utilizing a variety of methods and techniques such as demonstrations, activities, and supervised role-play.

*Present and reinforce language targets by helping students, individually, and in groups to achieve lesson aims.

*Evaluate students' progress by preparing, administering and grading assessments and by discussing progress with teachers.

*Maintain and strive to improve the quality of results by following and implementing standards.

*Perform on-going professional development by participating in training workshops, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.

*Add value to schools’ educational program by advancing students’ English language abilities.



Event Duties:

*Speech Coaching, Eiken Test Prep, Debate Classes, possible Special Needs Classes and School events such as Culture Day and Sports Day.



Please note:

*Due to the high number of applications received, only applicants who pass the initial screening will be contacted.