Kids Duo International／i Kids Star: Kindergarten Teacher in Aichi

GRAND NEW OPEN 2024 Spring
Recruitment “Joining in January 1 2025”　Other consultation required

A new Kids Duo International in Aichi area is currently looking for passionate and enthusiastic teachers to join our team!

Successful candidates will be starting as an opening member at the earliest in January 2024.
Start month of the employment may be negotiable, however, candidates must be able to start by at least 2024 January for their initial training.

■ What We Offer

• Starting monthly salary of ￥250,000
• Pay raise & career advancement opportunities available based on performance
• Renewal bonus of ￥100,000 upon successful completion and re-signing of 1 year contract
• 10 paid days of leave / year (after 6 months of employment), in addition to national holidays
• Fully-paid comprehensive initial training included, in addition to regular training workshops throughout the year
• All work-related commuting costs reimbursed
• Social Security & Health Insurance provided
• Visa sponsorship and renewal support available

* Some contract details may vary depending on location.


■ Our Teaching Style

Kids Duo International is a state-of-the-art bilingual kindergarten with a fully tailored curriculum of English, Japanese and Physical Education. Our programs are designed to nurture children's confidence and motivation, and prepare them for a lifetime of learning and success!

Kids Duo International teachers can expect to cover a broad variety of English subjects such as Reading & Writing, Phonics, Songs & Chants, Arts & Crafts, and Show & Tell with classes of 24-30 students aged 2-6. Our students also participate in a plethora of Japanese-language classes & activities as well, including Music, Vocational Role-play, and our expansive Physical Education program, the aptly named (and student-favorite) “Ninja Class.” Native English instructors accompany their students throughout all of these programs, and are encouraged to participate as well!

Working hours will be between 7:30~20:00, Monday-Friday (occasional special events also held on weekends as well). Teachers may also be asked to work paid overtime in mornings and evenings, if able.


■ Main Duties and Responsibilities

Overall Duties as a Kindergarten Teacher:
• Communicating with Japanese teachers (using a bilingual teacher if necessary)
• Teaching students manners, proper behavior and basic life skills
• Actively interacting with students throughout the day
• Actively participating in sports class and outdoor play
• Assisting Japanese teachers in their classes
• Assisting with toilet training
• Preparation for/ Participating in school events (Field trips, Summer Festival, Sports Day, Halloween, Christmas, Music Festival, etc.)
• Enthusiastic participation in front of students and parents on school event days (dancing, singing, putting on a play, competing in sports events, etc.

English Teaching Duties:
• Teaching English classes
• Managing a classroom of up to 30 students (ages 2 to 6)
• Preparing weekly lesson plans
• Regularly evaluates student progress
• Ensuring students reach English goals
• Finding time to look for new activities, games, songs, etc.
• Marking student workbooks
• Writing weekly comments for each student
• Preparing report cards for each student (twice a year)

※Teachers hired when all main teacher positions are filled will team teach and cover for absent teachers.

Other Duties:
• Cleaning the classroom and common areas (including bathrooms)
• Working on company and school event days (designated Saturdays, Sundays or national holidays throughout the year)
• Working morning or evening extended childcare hours when necessary (7:30-8:30 or 17:30-20:00)
• Preparing/wearing a proper Halloween costume to match classroom theme (each classroom decides their theme)
• Preparing/wearing a traditional Japanese outfit (Yukata, jinbei) for Summer Festival (school event)

■ Work location

（１）Kids Duo International 名鉄星ヶ丘　☆Active recruitment
• 〒465-0078　3-14 Nijigaoka, Meito Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
　　https://goo.gl/maps/nqJM7AoiGGzA9uwn7
（２）i Kids Star 名鉄ヒルズ徳重
• 〒458-0852 Yumeria Tokushige 1st Floor, 1-401 Mototokushige, Midori Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
　　https://goo.gl/maps/8yfRJFjVy1Ajm1kj8
（３）i Kids Star 名鉄刈谷
• 〒448-0028 1-39 Sakuramachi, Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture, 1st floor
　　https://maps.app.goo.gl/ufUByVMo8pwVG8K67

■ Working Time

• 5 days a week (Monday-Friday)
• 9 hours a day, including a 1-hour break
• Work shift may vary beteen 7:30-20:00
• Instructors might be asked to worked overtime (paid overtime) in the mornings or evenings.

■ Application Process

• Application Submitted
• Screening Process (5-10 business days) *
• 1st Interview (In-Person/Online)
• Introduction to School & 2nd Interview (In-Person/Online)
• Official Offer of Position
• On-Boarding / Visa Support (if necessary)
• Initial Training & School Placement


■ Who We Are

Meitetsu Mirai Creates Co., Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nagoya Railroad.
Established on October 3, 2022 as a company that challenges social issues so that we can realize a “rich life where we can challenge what we want to do”. The Meitetsu Group has been actively developing small-scale childcare businesses for preschool children and after-school childcare businesses for elementary school students and above. We believe that it is necessary to provide such services as well as related services. By providing a fulfilling education to the children who will be responsible for the future of the region, we will do our utmost to contribute to the development of the region from the perspective of human resources and to improve the appeal of the region.

■Please respond after applying
▷Do you have any history of physical or mental health issues that required continuous treatment/medication?
　　YES／NO　　＜If YES, please explain:　　　　　＞
▷When are you available to start your employment?

1. I am able to work 5 days a week with a regular working hours of 8 hours each day.
　YES／NO
2. I am able to work on occasional Saturdays, Sundays, Public Holidays for special events.
　YES／NO
3. I am committed to working as a full-time English teacher for at least one year and possibly extending my contract.
　YES／NO
4. I understand that the formal dress code in Japan when attending interviews and meetings is as below:　
　　Men: Suit, necktie, conservative-style shirt. Women: Suit, stockings, conservative-style blouse.
　YES／NO
5. My interview availabilities for the next 3 weeks :

6. I am able to attend the paid Initial Training (4 weeks) held in the Greater Tokyo Area.
　YES／NO
※Transportation and accommodation expenses are borne by the company.
7. I wish to work at this/these location(s) :Hoshigaoka/Tokushige/Kariya
because:
8. I hereby consent and agree to the above information, and confirm its accuracy and completeness to the best of my knowledge.
　YES／NO