Supporting your teaching career
in the Japanese school system
​*NEW* JSHS English, Western Kanagawa, April 2023
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We are looking for candidates to become part of the English Department working with a team of diverse teachers in a private secondary school in the western part of Kanagawa. Ideal candidates must be team players who are capable of working off a curriculum, and also capable of tentative curriculum development and/or creation. We are especially looking for passionate teachers who can bring out the fun side of learning, and who can create a comfortable environment for learners to engage and participate in English classes. If you feel you have the right background for this opportunity, click the apply button to get in touch with us.
Contract Period: April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Contract Type: Dispatch
Working Days: Mon-Fri
*Due to open schools and school events, teachers may need to work during their off days (compensatory time off will be granted)
Regular Working Hours: 8:30-17:30
Classes: Up to 20 lessons/week
Monthly Compensation: from 300,000yen (before tax) + transportation
Insurance: Social insurance and employment insurance
Duties:
-preparing and teaching up to 20 lessons/week (communications and international understanding courses)
-developing curriculum and material
-test making, marking, assessment
-supervising during exams
-teaching supplementary lessons
-accompanying students on school excursions
-preparing study abroad program
-after school club activity
-attending meetings and teacher training
-attending school events, open school, and school ceremonies
Candidates must:
-have a bachelor's degree or higher
-have at least 2 years of relevant teaching experience at secondary school
-be capable of team and solo teaching
-be capable of working off a curriculum with possibility of development
-Japanese ability is not required but beneficial if seeking long term commitment