Non-tenured Native Speaker Full-time English Instructor. Successful applicants will teach English language lessons of various levels to high school and/or junior high school students.

Workplace: Ritsumeikan Uji Junior and Senior High School
Start Date: April 1st, 2015

2. Qualification Requirements:

1) Has foreign nationality. (excluding Japanese nationality)
2) Holds a valid Japanese VISA.
3) Completed undergraduate studies and has relevant academic and/or professional experience by the end of March 31st, 2015.
4) Holds qualification in teaching English (such as TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, DELTA) by the end of March 31st, 2015.
5) (Relevant teaching experience in a high school or junior high school preferred but not required)

3. Application Procedure:

Applicants should enter their resume to this website. In addition, applicants should visit the following website:

http://www.ritsumei.jp/job/detail-uji.html ?click ?Ritsumeikan Uji Junior and Senior High School
Non-Tenured Native Speaker Full-time Foreign Language Instructor 2015?

for more information about the application process. Applicants will be required to mail the following documents before Sunday, December 14th, 2014:

1) Current CV (A4 size designated with ID photo attached)
2) Cover letter stating your reason for application (A4 size)
3) Copies of all university diplomas, both undergraduate and graduate
4) Academic transcripts from the undergraduate and graduate school.
5) Copies of all teaching certificates (e.g. TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, DELTA, etc.), as well as a copy of your home country teaching certification, if you have one
6) A copy of the front and back sides of your alien registration card or resident card
7) A self-addressed reply envelop (size: 12cm x 23.5cm) to which a 242 yen stamp has been affixed

4. Condition and Remuneration
1) The contract will run for one (1) year, from April 1st, 2015 to March 31st, 2016.
The contract can be renewed a maximum of two (2) times after the first contract upon mutual agreement between employer and employee.
2)The contract is administered in accordance with the various regulations of the Ritsumeikan Educational Corporation.

Yearly Salary 4.56 million yen (First year)
4.86 million yen (Second year)
5.172 million yen (Third year)
*Twelfth part of Yearly Salary is paid monthly. Allowances such as transportation allowance, etc. are provided.

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Borderlink is highly respected among boards of education and schools throughout Japan. We provide ALTs with extensive training prior to placement, giving them the tools to be successful within the classroom. Our staff is dedicated to making sure that your transition to Japan goes smoothly. We provide help in finding apartments, banking, immigration issues, and getting acclimated to your new environment.

Applicants should have some proficiency in the Japanese language or a desire to learn the language. Previous teaching experience or extended interaction with children or young adults is preferred, but not necessary. Applicants must be able to arrive in Japan in mid-March and be able to commit to a full year contract. While we have contracts in both urban and rural areas, preference is given to those ALTs who would like a rural placement.

As an ALT, you would assist Japanese teachers of English in delivering lessons in the classroom, as well as be involved in lesson planning and other language teaching tasks. Other duties would include being a part of school club and sports, and school-wide events such as sports days, culture festivals, and music competitions.

In Japan, teachers will clean the schools with the students and also eat lunch with them. ALTs are expected to join in on such activities while interacting with the students as much as possible. Traditionally, English instruction at Japanese schools consists of mostly English grammar and translation, so many students have no opportunity to listen to or speak in English. This is where you come in, talking and laughing with the students not only in English class, but in the hallways, on the sports field, and anywhere else in between. It is an ALTs role to make English fun and “real” for the students. You will have the opportunity to give the students an insight that they could never obtain just from the textbook. This can be as simple as taking five minutes in class to talk about holidays or school life in your home country.

If you have interest in working in Japan at public elementary and junior high schools, we urge you to apply now. We will contact those who pass the initial screening about having a Skype interview. Please note that positions for overseas candidates will begin in April 2015.

Thank you for your interest in Borderlink. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

* PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW*

* HAVING 12 YEARS EDUCATION WITH ENGLISH BEING THE MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION IS A REQUIREMENT FOR THE INSTRUCTOR VISA NEEDED TO TEACH AT PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN JAPAN*

* FOR APPLICANTS OFFERED A JOB AND CURRENTLY LIVING ABROAD, DUE TO THE NATURE OF ACQUIRING WORK VISAS, ALL DOCUMENTATION MUST BE ABLE TO ARRIVE AT OUR OFFICE NO LATER THAN December 15, 2014*

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We teach 19 languages at the moment.
Teachers are provided with all teaching materials and a very detailed and strong curriculum, which makes teaching very easy and reduces planning and preparation time for classes.

Salary is 2,000- 3,500 yen/h. For addition, travel expenses are paid.
The assignment of full-time positions can be negotiable.

Please send a cover letter, your resume and your photo attached.
We are looking forward to having new members in Team Asahi.

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Applicants must have some proficiency in the Japanese language or a desire to learn the language. Previous teaching experience or extended interaction with children or young adults is preferred, but not necessary. We require that you be ready and able to commit to a full year contract, and be punctual during your time in Japan. You will receive training before the school year starts in April and periodically throughout the year.

Below is a brief description of the position so that you can start to visualize what your role would be.

ALTs assist Japanese teachers of English deliver lessons in the classroom and are involved in lesson planning and other language teaching tasks. Other duties include being a part of school club activities and other school events (sports days, culture festivals, and music competitions), speech contest coaching, as well as undertaking tasks not directly related to teaching.

In Japan, teachers will clean the schools with the students and also eat lunch with them. ALTs are expected to join in on such activities while interacting with the students as much as possible. Traditionally, English instruction at Japanese schools consists of mostly English grammar and translation, so many students have no opportunity to listen to or speak in English. This is where you come in, talking and laughing with the students not only in English class, but in the hallways, on the sports field, and anywhere else in between. It is an ALTs role to make English fun and “real” for the students. You will have the opportunity to give the students an insight that they could never obtain just from the textbook. This can be as simple as taking 5 minutes in class to talk about holidays or school life in your home country.

If you have interest in working in Japan at public elementary, junior high, and/or high schools for the 2013-2014 school year, we urge you to apply now. The positions will begin in April 2013, and the monthly remuneration will be from 200,000 - 240,000 yen depending on experience and qualifications.

Thank you for your interest in Borderlink. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

* HAVING 12 YEARS EDUCATION WITH ENGLISH BEING THE MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION IS A REQUIREMENT FOR THE INSTRUCTOR VISA NEEDED TO TEACH AT PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN JAPAN*

* PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW*

* FOR APPLICANTS OFFERED A JOB AND CURRENTLY LIVING ABROAD, DUE TO THE NATURE OF ACQUIRING WORK VISAS ALL DOCUMENTATION MUST BE ABLE TO ARRIVE AT OUR OFFICE NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 22, 2012*

*FOR THOSE APPLICANTS CURRENTLY LIVING IN JAPAN AND WITH A VALID WORKING VISA, WE WILL BE STARTING INTERVIEWS AT OUR OFFICE IN SAITAMA IN EARLY JANUARY 2013*

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Our curriculum is largely based upon Cambridge University`s curriculum frameworks; Cambridge Primary for elementary school, Cambridge Secondary 1 & 2 for middle school and Cambridge Advanced for high school. However we also incorporate other curriculums that aid the learning experience of the students so we are not exclusively based upon one curriculum. We incorporate NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) for our early education program for example, as well as Advanced Placement for high school.

We also develop our own learning programs that are not familiar features at other schools. For example, we aim to run creative writing courses and reading clubs that develop students' abilities to read and think critically so as to increase student comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary skills. These courses are intended to develop stronger analytical thinking skills and establish a critical awareness of thought through structured discussion. Students also learn to actively participate as effective listeners and contributors.

We also place a lot of emphasis on science education because as science and technology become more advanced their results have closer implications in people's lives. It is necessary therefore for everyone to have a minimum grounding in science so as to properly interpret and evaluate the relation between science and technology and society. Such grounding includes not only knowledge about science, but also what is called having a "scientific mind," such as the attitude of having curiosity and doubt about various matters, and the ability to think and judge scientifically and rationally.

Our goal is to instil in the learner the belief that by their own reasoning they develop a marvellous tool, not only for the understanding of the material they are studying but a lifelong tool for rational and clear thinking. Our teachers therefore, impart not only the significance of science to children but teach the fun of science through experiments, etc., to children full of curiosity thereby developing creativity. We take care to get children to feel intellectual interest in science and to enable them to realize the importance of science and its implications in daily life as well as guiding those children already displaying excellent abilities in science and mathematics so that they can further develop such abilities.

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All you need is simple enough to register your profile in ENGLISH AVENUE! We will look after the students’ recruitment and you will do lessons when the students buy your lessons. You can schedule any time spot at all hours, so you can make an effective use of your spare time for the lesson and earn extra money. You can decide both tuition fees and the course hours: minimum 10 minutes and maximum 2 hours.

[Features of ENGLISH AVENUE]
· Very simple step to start off! Register your profile together with fields you can teach, your photo and so on.
· Well-developed online system enables you to manage your lesson schedule over online calendar.
· You can open your schedule for lessons anytime in 24 hours.
· Lesson reservation will be done at least 3 hours prior to the lesson time and you will receive e-mail once you receive lesson reservations.
· Lesson time: minimum 10 minutes to maximum 120 minutes
· Tuition fee can be decided by yourself and you will receive more than 50 % of lesson fees.

[Lessons you can do in ENGLISH AVENUE]
You can choose more than one field.
·Daily Conversation
·Business English
·Pronunciation
·Grammar
·Tests(TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS) Preparation
·Travel/Studying Abroad Preparation
·High School/University Preparation
·Kids/Junior English
·Travel/Studying Abroad Information
·Life/Country/City Information

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Our curriculum is largely based upon Cambridge University`s curriculum frameworks; Cambridge Primary for elementary school, Cambridge Secondary 1 & 2 for middle school and Cambridge Advanced for high school. However we also incorporate other curriculums that aid the learning experience of the students so we are not exclusively based upon one curriculum. We incorporate NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) for our early education program for example, as well as Advanced Placement for high school.

We also develop our own learning programs that are not familiar features at other schools. For example, we aim to run creative writing courses and reading clubs that develop students' abilities to read and think critically so as to increase student comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary skills. These courses are intended to develop stronger analytical thinking skills and establish a critical awareness of thought through structured discussion. Students also learn to actively participate as effective listeners and contributors.
We also place a lot of emphasis on science education because as science and technology become more advanced their results have closer implications in people's lives. It is necessary therefore for everyone to have a minimum grounding in science so as to properly interpret and evaluate the relation between science and technology and society. Such grounding includes not only knowledge about science, but also what is called having a "scientific mind," such as the attitude of having curiosity and doubt about various matters, and the ability to think and judge scientifically and rationally.

Our goal is to instil in the learner the belief that by their own reasoning they develop a marvellous tool, not only for the understanding of the material they are studying but a lifelong tool for rational and clear thinking. Our teachers therefore, impart not only the significance of science to children but teach the fun of science through experiments, etc., to children full of curiosity thereby developing creativity. We take care to get children to feel intellectual interest in science and to enable them to realize the importance of science and its implications in daily life as well as guiding those children already displaying excellent abilities in science and mathematics so that they can further develop such abilities.

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Salary: JPY 230,000 – 300,000
Negotiable upon ability
Requirements:
English: Native level
Japanese: Basic level
Must currently reside in Japan
Bachelor's Degree
Valid working or spousal visa
Significant ESL teaching experience

Description
Fantastic, dynamic school in Gunma seeks dedicated, highly enthusiastic, cheerful, positive-minded, and experienced teaching candidate.

Position: English Instructor
One-year contract
Kiryu, Gunma

Applicants:
- are a team player
- able to commit for a minimum of one year
- have initiative, creativity, passion, and enthusiasm
- are honest, energetic, creative, and motivated,
- experienced in working with students of all ages
- are dedicated to the success of your students
- are able to inspire them for the long term
- are both flexible and adaptable

Job Requirements
Native English speaker
Bachelor’s degree
Experience in ESL teaching
Must be willing to relocate to our area.

Duties
Following and executing guidance from other staff and management
Engaging with staff and students at all times
Preparing and executing stimulating and informative lessons
Evaluating students skill sets
Documenting each lesson
Creating useful and interesting new materials
Participating in staff meetings, EIKEN trainings, and all MR School events

Remuneration
JPY 230,000/month – 300,000/month
Bi-annual bonuses and higher salaries possible for experienced and result-oriented teachers

Please send a resume' with a RECENT PHOTO to M&R English School Inc.

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Join a professional team dedicated to providing quality language instruction to students of all ages.

Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

Flexible part-time positions are also available for suitable applicants. Please visit our website for further information.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only potential candidates will be considered for interview. Applicants that pass the initial screening stage will be contacted directly by our recruiting section.

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Great opportunity in India!

Japanese Language Interpreter / Translator:

Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd (L&T Infotech), one of the fastest growing IT Services companies, is ranked by NASSCOM among the top 10 software & services exporters from India in 2008. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of $ 8.5 billion Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), India’s largest technology-driven engineering organization which was ranked as India’s Best Managed Company-2008 in a survey conducted by Business Today-Ernst & Young. L&T has also been rated as No. 1 in Quality in a 2008 survey conducted by the Wall Street Journal Asia. L&T Infotech is differentiated by its unique Business-to-IT Connect, which is a result of its rich corporate heritage. A full-services IT firm with a blue-chip client roster, it offers comprehensive, end-to-end software solutions and services in the following industry verticals:

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Clearly the students haven't been made aware of the dire consequences of not speaking English as outlined in the following story...

Megan Fox and Mike Tyson selling English in Brazil
Transformers star Megan Fox, and boxing bad boy Mike Tyson team up to explain to the youth of Brazil the consequences of having the atttitudes of their Japanese counterparts in this interesting video sponsored by an English school chain.

Yes, English is Crazy
If you think English school ads are weird, then blame it on the language. A poem makes the rounds:

Let’s face it – English is a crazy language.
There is no egg in eggplant nor ham in hamburger;
Neither apple nor pine in pineapple.
English muffins weren’t invented in England.
We take English for granted, but if we explore its paradoxes,
We find that quicksand can work slowly, boxing rings are square,
And a guinea pig is neither from Guinea nor is it a pig.

and much more...

TOEFL has YouTube Channel
If the Megan Fox/Mike Tyson video has your students desperate to learn, then they might be interested in the TOEFL YouTube site with hints and tips on how to pass the test.

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Our ALTs are immersed in Japanese speaking environments and can really focus on educating children inside and outside the classroom. Improve and broaden your understanding of English education in Japan while working in some of the major cities of Kanto, close to some of Japan’s most renowned spots for nature, tourism, and nightlife. If this sounds like what you have been looking for, then we at RCS Corporation welcome your application. We are currently recruiting for experienced and professional English teachers who want to open the minds of young Japanese people.

RCS Corporation is one of the longest running companies in Japan that provides quality ALTs to kindergartens, elementary, junior high, and high schools throughout Japan. Come join us and start your journey toward an exciting and rewarding career that will change your life. If you are motivated, professional, and open-minded then we want you!

We offer:

* visa renewal and sponsorship services
* assistance in finding accommodation
* day-time working hours
* initial and follow-up training
* continued support from experienced foreign HR staff
* teaching support from our training specialists
*opportunity for promotion

Previous ALT experience (especially at the elementary level), would be essential for many positions as well as a genuine desire to want to teach students in public schools. Those with a mid to high command of the Japanese language would be looked upon favorably as well those with teaching qualifications and/or experience.

Please be aware that some positions require a valid driver’s license or the ability to acquire one in a short amount of time.

Although we do consider all applications carefully, only successful candidates will be contacted

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Aichi, Japan

Position: Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) for the Ichinomiya City Board of Education
(Elementary school)

The Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) position is an excellent opportunity for an individual wishing to have the chance to experience Japanese culture and work at the same time.

Details of ALT Position:

· Contract : April 2012-March 2013

· Holiday : 6 weeks in Summer and 10days in Winter

· Hours of Work: 8:30~16:30, weekdays, Teaching hours are 22 lessons / week

· Monthly average salary:270,273 yen

from 224,000 yen to 308,000 yen (depending on working days in a month)

· Medical check-up required, including lung X-ray

ALT Duties:

· Responsible for aiding Japanese teachers in creating and implementing

English conversation curricula and training programs throughout schools

· Other responsibilities may include assisting with office or administrative duties

specified by the City Board of Education.

This position is a great opportunity for an individual who has an interest in teaching children and promoting cultural understanding between countries.

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AtoZ is well a respected locally based company that specializes in supporting ALTs in the beautiful Nagano prefecture. We pride ourselves on our friendly and honest working environment and currently employ over 40 teachers from 8 different countries. The position is full-time public Junior High; Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:15 – 16:45. As an AtoZ ALT you will be provided with a very generous package that includes subsidized accommodation and fully paid spring, summer, winter and other national and school holidays.

Due to the urgent start, only candidates currently within Japan (or who can arrive in Japan March 24th at the latest) are being considered. Japanese language abilities are advantageous but a friendly, positive and open minded attitude is a must.

AtoZ provides the following benefits:
*Visa sponsorship
*Fully paid spring, summer, winter vacations, and other national and school holidays
*Additional 10 days paid leave
*Optional teacher housing. No key money or deposit required
*Basic furnishings; fridge, washing machine, gas range cooker, heater
*Full training
*24hr lifestyle and emergency support
*Networks and events with other ALTs and people from the community
*Free translation and interpreting

Salary: The base rate starts at 240,000. Salary increments provided depending on the range of experience, qualifications and Japanese ability.

Requirements:
*Native English (12 years education with English being the medium of instruction)
*Basic Japanese ability and willing to learn more
*Able to fulfill a one+ year working contract
*Positive attitude with a desire to interact with the school, community and the students.
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An English language teacher from Japan, who recently won the Cambridge English Competition 2011, has returned to his classroom in Aichi with some fresh approaches to teaching English.

Shunichi Sugiura was one of six English language teachers to win the competition, launched by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (ESOL) and Bell at the end of last year, which invited teachers from all over the world to submit inspiring English teaching stories.

Shunichi was awarded a trip to Cambridge this summer to attend a professional development course at Bell Teacher Campus, based at Homerton College, part of the University of Cambridge, for his winning project encouraging students to take part in classroom discussions in English about their own experiences of working part-time.

Since returning to his class at the Aichi Prefectual Toyohashi Nishi Senior School, Shunichi said: “I couldn’t believe I’d won the competition. Coming to Cambridge gave me a great insight and was very meaningful to me. I’ve learnt many new skills which I intend to share with my ambitious English students and colleagues working at my school in Aichi.”

Shunichi believes the classroom should be a place where students can empower themselves and acknowledged that exposure to English is a challenge for Japanese learners. Speaking about his winning idea, Shunichi said: “Classroom discussion materials can be really useful but they must be relevant and motivating. Many of my students are working part time so it was an ideal topic to generate some lively classroom discussion. This helped to encourage interaction between students which is really important when learning English.”

Cambridge ESOL’s Marketing Manager, Simon Wright said: “It was great to welcome Shunichi to Cambridge. By bringing together all of the winners in Cambridge, they were able to share their unique experiences with each other which is really beneficial to everyone involved. Teachers of this calibre all play an important part in helping to raise the standard of English around the world.”

See Also
• Cambridge ESOL website

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