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​*DIRECT HIRE* Secondary School Science Teacher, Gunma, Aug 2026
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Private secondary school in Gunma Prefecture is looking for a science (biology and chemistry) teacher who is willing to commit mid to long term. If teaching sciences is your passion, and you've decided to make Japan your second home for a while, this would be a wonderful opportunity.
Starting date: Aug 1, 2026 - July 31, 2028
*First year is probationary period
Annual salary: 3,700,000 - 7,100,000yen (before tax)
*Based on school's pay scale
Working days: Monday to Friday + some weekend work
Working hours: 8:15-17:00
Class content: Biology, Chemistry, IB ESS
Holidays: 20 days paid leave and New Year's Holiday (Dec 29- Jan 3)
Insurance: Private school insurance plan and employment insurance
Allowances: Transportation and Housing (there are some eligibility requirements)
[Work Duties]
* Preparing and teaching lessons (Biology, Chemistry, IB ESS)
* Curriculum and material development
* Making and marking exams
* Essay corrections
* Teaching seasonal courses
* Preparing and teaching seasonal courses and open schools
* Attending meetings, school events, and school ceremonies
* Accompanying school excursions
* School club activity
* Homeroom duties
[Qualification Requirements]
* Must have a bachelor's degree or higher
* Must have a secondary school teacher's license (Science)
* Minimum 2-year experience teaching the subject at the secondary level
* Must be capable of working off a curriculum, and also capable of tentative curriculum development
* Familiarity with the IB (MYP & DP) is a plus
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If you are qualified and interested, please send in your updated resume and cover to recruit@educareer.jp
*Only qualified candidates will be considered
