Full-time Teacher for Children

Our teachers lead dynamic and interactive “mommy and me” play, music and art classes that build children’s cognitive, social and physical skills. Designed by child development experts, our programming focuses on and supports the specific developmental milestones children are working on at their age. In addition to our “mommy and me” classes, teachers may be required to teach drop-off and preschool classes and lead weekend birthday parties.

We provide excellent paid training, support, and motivation to help you grow and succeed. Employees are thoroughly trained in the Gymboree Method of Teaching, operation of our facilities, and child development. This training requires a commitment to learn and grow, and is a long-term proposition. The official training period is between 1 and 3 months and ends as soon as you can teach your first class on your own.

We are currently looking for someone who:
- is confident singing and performing in front of children and parents
- has a playful and energetic personality and teaching style
- is willing to get involved in the non-teaching aspects of the position (admin, cleaning, marketing, etc.)
- is comfortable answering the phone and speaking with customers in Japanese

The following qualifications are also preferred:
-experience working at a preschool or after school program here in Japan or abroad
-ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

In addition to preparing for and teaching classes, teachers will be asked to help keep the site clean, follow-up with customers, perform admin tasks and help with the overall operations of the site.

Location: Motoazabu, Minato Ward, Tokyo (8 minute walk from Hibiya Line, Hiroo Station)
Hours: 9 hours a day, including a 1-hour break. 5 days a week including Sunday.

Training Period: 250,000 yen
Starting Salary: 280,000 yen
Good mid-/long-term performance will be rewarded with salary raises and seasonal bonuses.

Transportation expenses covered (up to 2,000 yen/day)
Summer and Winter bonuses
National Health and Pension Insurance

2 days per week. (Ordinarily Saturday + 1 other day.)
Japanese National Holidays
One-week for the End of the Year Holiday + One-week for Golden Week + several days of paid holiday per year

Please submit your resume with a covering letter and a recent photo. Please include your current visa status.

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