Homeroom Teacher Positions for Ages 1-6 (Early Years and Kindergarten) (expired)

Aiwin International School is currently seeking passionate and experienced full-time early childhood educators / international school teachers for the new academic year at one of our four Aiwin campuses: Mikuni campus, Toyonaka campus, Senriyama campus, and our soon-to-open Shukugawa campus. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and conditions. Successful candidates should be flexible, enthusiastic, and enjoy the challenge of working with children.

Aiwin International School (Toyonaka campus) is a candidate school for the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP).

We are not an English conversation school. We teach in English rather than teaching English, so applicants must be aware of the challenges associated with holistic education rather than language instruction, and they should be proactive about their own professional development. We welcome well-qualified, highly motivated, and committed teachers to apply for this rewarding career opportunity.

Currently, we are seeking teachers for Homeroom Teaching position for our growing school community with responsibilities and employment package as follows:

Homeroom Teacher Positions for Ages 1-6 (Early Years and Kindergarten)

Roles and Responsibilities

Role:

The teacher is responsible for delivering a high-quality, concept-based inquiry, constructivist approach to education that aligns with International Baccalaureate standards and practices. This role involves planning, teaching, and assessing students within the curriculum framework, fostering a positive learning environment, and contributing to the overall development of students. Additionally, the teacher will collaborate with colleagues, engage with the school community, and support the continuous improvement of the early years program.

Main Dutie and Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver lessons that align with the Aiwin curriculum framework.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques to cater to diverse learning styles.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and provide feedback to students based on school assessment policies
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom atmosphere.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and reflect on teaching practices.
• Engage with parents and the community through meetings, conferences, and events.
• Provide individualized support and guidance to help students achieve their goals.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills and knowledge of developmentally appropriate and inquiry based teaching and learning approaches.
• Stay current with educational researches and updates
• Reflect on personal teaching practices and seek opportunities for improvement.
• Adhere to the schools BASIC global skills and SOIL teaching standards and practices.


Position Requirements

Academic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (degree in Education desirable)
• A recognised teaching qualification or certification in Early Years or Primary Years (desirable)
• Certification as an IB PYP Educator (desirable)

Competencies:

• Teaching experience and a strong understanding of a developmentally appropriate and inquiry based learning.
• Experience in whole child and differentiated curriculum implementation
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and support a diverse team of educators.
• Shared commitment to the school’s philosophy and values.

Employment Conditions

Working Hours:

Mondays to Fridays
• 9 hours between 8:00 to 18:00, including 1 hour break
• Some school functions may be held on weekends (Sports Day, Cambridge English Assessment, Parent-Teacher Conferences)
• Work assignment in different campuses

Probationary Period:

• All entry staff will undergo probationary training for 3 months. After successful completion of Probation, staff will sign another contract for the remainder of the school year.

Salary:

• Salary depends on teaching qualifications, experiences and credentials
• Transportation allowance offered up to a maximum of 25,000 yen per month
• Work Incentive offered (conditions apply)
• Bonus offered for permanent employees
Social Insurance:

• Full time employees receive social insurance with dues partly covered by school
Paid Holidays:

• 10 paid holidays granted after 6 months of employment (increases every year of employment)
Professional Development:

• IB PYP Category 1 Workshop (for Toyonaka campus)
• Yearly appraisals of leadership performance
• Permanent employment may be offered upon successful leadership appraisal

Recruitment Process

• Initial Screening and Application Review: Reviewing resumes, cover letters, and any additional application materials. Reference check; contacting provided references to gather insights on the candidate's past performance, interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a team. Background check; conducting background checks to verify employment history, education credentials, and criminal record (if applicable).
• In-person/on-line Interview: Inviting selected candidates for face-to-face interviews to discuss their teaching philosophy, experience working with young children, and alignment with the educational goals of the school. Requesting candidates to conduct a teaching demonstration or present a sample lesson plan to assess their instructional methods, classroom management skills, and ability to engage young children.
• Final Interview: Selecting the candidate who best demonstrates a passion for early childhood education, commitment to child development, and fit with the organization's values and culture.
• Offer of Employment and Contract Signing: Extending a formal offer of employment, detailing compensation, benefits, and other relevant terms.
Induction: Assisting the new early childhood educator with the onboarding process, including orientation, training schedule and introduction to school policies and employment regulations.

Who we are

We, at Aiwin International School, have a vision to become a globally-recognized leading international school where families, teachers and education leaders work closely together to guide our students in achieving their fullest potential in an international community. Our school believes that each child is a unique learner who deserves a holistic and balanced curriculum where they can safely explore a wide array of learning opportunities to spark their interests, build their knowledge and grow their confidence.

Aiwin was first established in 2015 in Mikuni campus with a strong commitment to build a community of well-rounded, confident, creative and responsible learners under a curriculum and care that meets both international and national standards. At present, we continue to provide global education to students of different nationalities in over three campuses, Mikuni, Toyonaka, and Senriyama. Our diverse team of teachers contribute greatly to our international community with their extensive experience and cultural background. Parents actively engage in all the aspects of their child’s education promoting a positive environment for growth and success. Housed under carefully-designed learning facilities, each student experiences differentiated learning that promotes the best of their abilities and strength.

If you think you are who we are seeking, please send a resume with a photo as well as a cover letter telling us why. Make sure that your cover letter is addressed specifically to Aiwin International School and includes why you want to work with us and how you think your skills and experience can contribute to our school . This is not an entry-level job and positions are very competitive. Having a number of years experience teaching ESL or being multicultural alone is not enough to warrant an interview. Give specific references to our educational philosophies and approaches based on the information from our website, and let us know how you would fit into our team.

Due to the large number of applications we get, we will only contact applicants deemed suitable for an interview.