English Teacher ‹ Saiei International　(サイエイ・インターナショナル) ‹ Japan Guide - 2015

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Established in 1972, Saiei International now runs 15 English schools and 1 English kindergarten in Saitama and Chiba Prefectures, providing high-quality lessons to over 3,000 students ranging from pre-school children to senior citizens.

Saiei International adopts a unique and innovative method where Japanese and Foreign teachers work together to maximize students’ comprehension and participation. As per our Mission Statement, we believe that the students should speak more than 80% in class and the teacher should serve as a coach, facilitating conversation.

We are now recruiting dedicated and professional English Instructors, who love children and also are good at working as part of a team. We see our foreign staff as part of our team. Saiei International offers an extensive training and continued support, wishing all its employees, Japanese or non-Japanese, to enjoy their teaching experience and grow both, professionally and personally, in a dynamic working environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position: English Instructor

Contract Type: Full-time, one-year contract (renewable based on performance)



 Part time positions are also available

Work Location: Saitama and Chiba Prefectures

Benefits: Initial two-week comprehensive training



 Transportation is paid up to 30,000 yen a month



 Social Insurance (National Pension, Health Insurance and Unemployment



Insurance)



Visa sponsorship and accommodation are available upon request



Training opportunities, monthly workshops, lesson quality checks to develop



teaching techniques

Vacation and Holidays: 2 days off per week (a Sunday and 1 week day)



National Holidays



Paid vacation: 1. Golden Week



2. Summer Vacation



3. Winter Vacation



4. Leave as stipulated in Japanese Laborer’s Law

REQUIREMENTS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prospective Applicant Requirements: Must be a native-level speaker



Must reside in Japan



Friendly, flexible and constructive



Enthusiastic, professional and be willing to learn



Must enjoy working with children



Eager to improve one’s teaching skills



Work well in a team

*Teaching experience is favorable, but not required

Responsibilities: Work 5 days per week (up to 40 working hours per week)



Prepare lessons based on a class curriculum



Prepare progress reports for students



Teach classes ranging in size from 3-10 students (ages 2 years old and up)



Do office work to help the school when required

Company Events: English Summer Camps for kids and adults



Annual Speech Contest for students



Seminars and Seasonal Festivals



Annual Teaching Contest for teachers



Seasonal Staff Parties and Staff Events

Career Advancement Opportunities: School Head Teacher



Trainer



“Seishain” – Japanese full-time employee