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Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

 

Although we may not have a position currently available in your field, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t apply. We’re always looking for great educators. That means people whose main motivation is not simply a paycheck or an easy work visa for their brief stint in Japan. We’re a young, vibrant school with an awesome team and lots of passion. So if you’re a progressive educator who cares about your craft and wants to convey that passion to others (especially the students), then we’re looking for you. If you’re a teacher who:

 

  • has a certified teaching degree
  • believes that education is not a spectator sport, but an experience that should be relevant, meaningful, and memorable
  • is comfortable with a high level of autonomy in the classroom and with the curriculum
  • reads sources, inside and outside of your area of expertise, in order to expand your knowledge as much as possible
  • has an open mind, and is willing to adapt to a potentially different work environment (and way of doing things)
  • demonstrates a passion for Japan and its culture, and is willing to be a responsible ambassador for your country and our school
  • is interested in the psychology of learning, child psychology, second language acquisition, philosophy, and/or other related domains
  • loves interacting with children and teenagers, but is also willing to apply behavior management strategies consistent with the school’s approach
  • can not only motivate students to learn, but teach them how to learn
  • understands that the daily operation of a school is hard work, and is willing to put in the extra time and effort to help out beyond simply planning and teaching lessons
  • can provide a criminal record check from every country in which you have worked for more than 6 months

 

…then email us with your CV and let us know who you are!

Open Positions

Find Your Fit. Apply Now.

 

Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher

We are seeking a passionate and committed Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher to join our Elementary School program full-time from February 2025. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities aimed at inspiring and supporting our young learners. Key areas of focus include ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, creating a safe and nurturing environment, promoting the physical, social, and emotional well-being of the students, managing the classroom effectively, and maintaining open communication with students, families, and colleagues.

 

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming learning environment for the students
    Ensure the students’ physical, social, and emotional wellbeing at all times
  2. Plan engaging lessons and instructional content that align with curriculum standards and objectives as well as with the students’ needs
  3. Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of the students, providing support and enrichment opportunities as needed
  4. Manage the classroom and create a positive learning environment
  5. Assess student progress and provide feedback on their performance
  6. Communicate effectively with students, families, school administrators, and colleagues to address the students’ needs
  7. Participate positively in professional learning opportunities both in and out of school

Requirements:

  1. Teaching certification, criminal background check, 2 professional references
  2. Minimum 2 years of school teaching experience
  3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  4. Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds
  5. Fluency in English is required
 

Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher

We are currently seeking a passionate and committed Grade 3 and 4 Language Arts Teacher to join our Elementary School program full-time from March 2025. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities aimed at inspiring and supporting our young learners. Key areas of focus include ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, creating a safe and nurturing environment, promoting the physical, social, and emotional well-being of the students, managing the classroom effectively, and maintaining open communication with students, families, and colleagues.

 

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming learning environment for the students
    Ensure the students’ physical, social, and emotional wellbeing at all times
  2. Plan engaging lessons and instructional content that align with curriculum standards and objectives as well as with the students’ needs
  3. Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of the students, providing support and enrichment opportunities as needed
  4. Manage the classroom and create a positive learning environment
  5. Assess student progress and provide feedback on their performance
  6. Communicate effectively with students, families, school administrators, and colleagues to address the students’ needs
  7. Participate positively in professional learning opportunities both in and out of school

Requirements:

  1. Teaching certification, criminal background check, 2 professional references
  2. Minimum 2 years of school teaching experience
  3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  4. Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds
  5. Fluency in English is required
 

High School Mathematics Teacher

We are seeking a Mathematics Teacher to join our dynamic team of educators. As a small school, we are looking for someone who is flexible, adaptable, and capable of guiding students through the entire high school mathematics curriculum. Successful applicants will be eager to use their experiences and passions to enhance the student experience both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities. Key areas of focus include ensuring high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment, creating a safe and nurturing environment, promoting the social and emotional well-being of the students, managing the classroom effectively, and maintaining open communication with students, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming learning environment for the students
  2. Plan engaging lessons and instructional content that align with curriculum standards and objectives as well as with the students’ needs
  3. Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of the students, providing support and enrichment opportunities as needed
  4. Manage the classroom and create a positive learning environment
  5. Assess student progress and provide feedback on their performance
  6. Communicate effectively with students, families, school administrators, and colleagues to address the students’ needs
  7. Participate positively in professional learning opportunities both in and out of school

 

Requirements:

  1. Required: Teaching certification in High School Mathematics, criminal background check, 2 professional references
  2. Minimum 2 years of high school math teaching experience
  3. Experience teaching AP Mathematics courses is a plus
  4. Robotics teaching experience is a plus
  5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  6. Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds
  7. Fluency in English is required
 

Substitute Teacher

In order to avoid unhelpful disruptions to regular school operations and student growth, we’re searching for an on-call substitute teacher to support our team during teacher absences, including due to illness or for other reasons. Substitute teachers are responsible for carrying out the tasks of the absent teacher for whom he/she is substituting, such as delivering lessons based on the lesson plans, assessing student work, and supervising students during breaks.

Candidates with teaching experience will be prioritized.

Required: Criminal background check, 2 professional references

Salary: ￥15,000/day

Benefits: Commuter allowance

Candidate must reside in Japan

Part-time, on-call (from August 2022)