Public School ALTs for 2015 ‹ OWLS Co., Ltd.　(株式会社　アウルズ) ‹ Japan Guide - 2015

OWLS Co., Ltd. is now accepting applications for energetic and enthusiastic native English-speaking Instructors to work as ALTs in Fukuoka area starting from August 2015 to March 2016.

Compensation: 220,000yen ~ 240,000yen/month



(Wages are based on previous teaching experience in Japan, Japanese ability, and assigned schools).

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

Contract Term: August 2015 to March 2016 (Renewable).

Required Qualifications:



*Native English speaker (a minimum of 12 years education with English as the medium of instruction is required).



*Valid working visa or ability to be sponsored (Bachelors degree or higher).



*Two references from a previous employer or university professor (if you are currently a student).



*High level of proficiency in written and verbal use of English (assessed by interview and written test).



*Overseas applicants must be financially sound for relocation to Japan.

Advantageous Qualifications:



*Valid driver’s license (International or Japanese).



*Experience teaching English in Japan.



*TESOL/TEFL certification.



*Teaching certification.



*Basic Japanese language skills.

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.

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 ongoing 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.

Please note:



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