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Our monthly publication, The Language Teacher, hosts a column, the Job Information Centre, offering JALT members application details for jobs in Japan and abroad.
To list a position on this website and in the print edition of The Language Teacher, please email the job posting to The Job Information Centre Editor. The notice should contain the following information: prefecture and city, name of institution, title of position, whether it is full- or part-time, qualifications, duties, salary and benefits, application materials, deadline, and contact information. A special form is not necessary.
To list a position in the print edition of The Language Teacher, job postings must be received before the 15th of the month, two months before publication. There is no deadline for website job postings, which will be posted within a week of being received.
All job postings to the Job Information Centre website and column are free of charge.
Web Corner
Here are a variety of sites with information relevant to teaching in Japan:
For information about job hunting in Japan:
- EFL in Asia at http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Flats/7947/eflasia.htm
- Teaching English in Japan: A Guide to Getting a Job at http://www.wizweb.com/~susan/japan
- Information for those seeking university positions (not a job list) at www.debito.org/univquestions.html
For job postings:
- CareerCross Bilingual Employment in Japan at www.careercross.com
- EFL, ESL and Other Teaching Jobs in Japan at www.jobsinjapan.com
- ELT News at www.eltnews.com/jobsinjapan.shtml
- ESL Cafe Job Center at www.eslcafe.com/joblist
- Gaijin Pot Japan Jobs at www.gaijinpot.com/job_search.php
- JACET (The Japan Association of College English Teachers) Job Openings at www.jacet.org
- JALT Jobs and Career Enhancement links at www.jalt-publications.org/tlt/jobs
- Japan Research Career Information Network at http://jrecin.jst.go.jp
- JETAA Job Guide at http://cheno.com/job/jobbank
- Jobs in Japan at www.englishresource.com/index.html
- Ohayo Sensei at www.ohayosensei.com/
- TESOL career page at http://careers.tesol.org/search/browse
- The Chronicle of Higher Education Career Page at http://chronicle.com/jobs
- The Digital Education Information Network Job Centre at www.edufind.com/index.cfm
- World English Jobs at www.englishjobmaze.com
Jobs Available
(ordered by most recently received)
#00397 - Kanagawa-ken, Sagamihara-shi
Job Description: The School of International Politics, Economics, and Communication at Aoyama Gakuin University's Sagamihara Campus is seeking versatile part-time teachers for the 2009-2010 academic year to teach English courses; communication courses related to public speaking, discussion / debate, English in the mass media, English for academic purposes; and advanced English courses related to specific themes, such as intercultural communication, comparative culture, media studies, gender awareness, conflict resolution / peace studies, global issues, and other subjects related to international studies.
Job Details: Qualifications: Resident of Japan; proper visa if non-Japanese; MA or PhD in relevant areas of the humanities, social sciences, or education (including TEFL/TESOL); three years previous teaching experience at the university level, with at least one year in Japan; ability to teach language, communication, and advanced courses in English; publications and membership in relevant academic associations a plus. Salary & Benefits: Similar to other private universities in the Tokyo area. Application Procedure: Send a complete resume in English which includes details about qualifications / experience in the above areas to the address below. No personal responses (including replies to inquiries) will be made unless the applicant is being seriously considered for a position.
Deadline: 30 September 2008
Contact Details: Send applications to Richard Evanoff, School of International Politics, Economics, and Communication, Aoyama Gakuin University, 4-4-25 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8366.
Website URL: <http://>
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#00396 - Kanagawa-ken, Sagamihara-shi
Job Description: Full-time, Tenured Position at Aoyama Gakuin University. Position: 1 professor or associate professor. College: College of Science and Engineering (Sagamihara Campus).
Job Details: Area of Specialty: TESOL, Linguistics, Communication, English or American Literature or other related fields. Term of Employment: Starting April 1st, 2009. Salary and benefits: Aoyama Gakuin University is a well-paying private university. Salary and benefits will be in line with the universityfs regulations and based on the successful applicantfs experience and the position to be filled. This matter will be explained at the time of the interview.* Requirements: M.A. or Ph. D., 3 years or more teaching experience at university, excellent Japanese language skills, Christian or good understanding of the Christian faith, motivation to serve on various committees conducted in Japanese. Required Documents** 1. Resume (must include photo and email address). 2. List of presentations and publications. 3. Copy of up to three major publications (copy of journal article or one-page summary of published text). 4. 2 letters of recommendation (including contact info). 5. An essay on educational philosophy and future aspirations (under 2 pages). 6. Copy of final diploma. (The above documentation can be submitted in either English or Japanese.) *Candidates will be notified regarding interview dates via email. **Documents will not be returned.
Deadline: 5 July 2008
Contact Details: Aoyama Gakuin Univeristy College of Science and Engineering Attn: Prof. Isao Nakamura 5-10-1, Fuchinobe, Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa-ken 229-8558 042-759-6132
Email Address: <t50033@jm.aoyama.ac.jp>
Website URL: <http://>
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#00394 - Osaka-fu, Izumi-shi
Job Description: Momoyama Gakuin University in Izumi City, Osaka, is hiring three full-time EFL instructors for positions beginning April 2009. Positions start with one-year contracts renewable up to three times.
Job Details: DUTIES: Teach ten 90-minute periods/week of EFL (particular courses will vary, but will generally be concerned with developing students' communicative ability); teach intensive courses during the spring and summer vacations if called upon; liaise with other language teachers; prepare teaching materials; hold office hours for students; participate in curriculum development; participate in workshops for faculty members if called upon; and carry out other tasks as required by the Director of the Language Centre. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be native speakers with MA (or equivalent) in TESOL (or closely related subject). CALL skills and interest in curriculum or materials development preferred. Japanese ability is not required, but the successful applicant should be willing to learn. SALARY & BENEFITS: 350,000 yen - 420,000 yen/month; housing subsidy available, paid holidays and health insurance. APPLICATION MATERIALS: Apply by fax or e-mail with cover letter summarizing suitability for the post, CV, copy of MA degree, and list of relevant publications if any. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in June at the University. For further details, see website below.
Deadline: 30 May 2008
Contact Details: Momoyama Gakuin University Language Centre, 1-1 Manabino, Izumi, Osaka 594-1198
Email Address: <recruit09@andrew.ac.jp>
Website URL: <http://www.andrew.ac.jp/recruit.html>
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#00393 - Miyagi, Sendai
Job Description: Miyagi University is looking for a full-time associate professor or professor to work in the International Center.
Job Details: For full details and downloadable application forms please refer to the website below. The position starts in October 1, 2008 or April 1, 2009.
Deadline: 15 July 2008
Contact Details:
Website URL: <http://www.myu.ac.jp/news/ic01.html>
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#00392 - Osaka, Hirakata-shi
Job Description: The Osaka Institute of Technology is hiring one lecturer or associate professor.
Job Details: For full details and downloadable application forms please refer to the website below.
Deadline: 20 June 2008
Contact Details:
Email Address: <jyo-jimu@ofc.oit.ac.jp>
Website URL: <http://www.oit.ac.jp/japanese/saiyo/jyoho_im.html>
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#00391 - Kanagawa, Totsuka-ku
Job Description: Meiji Gakuin University is looking for a part-time ESL Instructor to teach Mondays and Thursdays periods 1, 2, 3 (8:15 a.m. 2:50 p.m.). Must be available on both days.
Job Details: Institution: Meiji Gakuin University, Department of International Studies. Address: 244-8539 Kamikurata-cho 1518, Totsuka-ku, Kanagawa, Japan Contract: The contract is for the 2008-2009 Academic Year with possibility for renewal for qualified applicant. Salary: Competitive. Required Qualifications: 1. Applicant should have a Master of Arts Degree in TESOL. 2. Applicant should have a minimum of two years experience teaching ESL at university level in Japan. 3. Applicant should have experience teaching courses in academic English. Starting Date: Immediately or from May, 2008. Application: Interested applicant should send curriculum vitae and cover letter via email to: Dr. Keiko Tanaka, Program Coordinator.
Deadline: Applications accepted until the position is filled
Contact Details:
Email Address: <ktanaka@k.meijigakuin.ac.jp>
Website URL: <http://>
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#00390 - Tokyo, Shinjuku-ku, Kagurazaka
Job Description: The Society for Testing English Proficiency (STEP) is looking for a full-time editor to help produce EIKEN English examinations for high school level test takers. STEP is Japan's largest English language testing organization, and this is an excellent opportunity for a committed individual to further his or her career in education. Starting date negotiable. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. plus occasional weekends. One-year renewable contract.
Job Details: DUTIES: Duties include writing, editing, and proofreading test items for the EIKEN exams. You will also attend editorial meetings held in Japanese, liaise with writers and academics, and analyze test data. There are some opportunities to take part in conferences and promotional events around the country. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be native English speakers with a university degree, excellent writing skills, and an interest in education and testing. Successful applicants will also have strong Japanese language skills and be able to work as part of a team in a Japanese office environment. Teaching experience at Japanese junior high or high schools and materials-development experience is desirable. Applicants should reside within commuting distance of our office in Kagurazaka, Tokyo. SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary in accordance with STEP regulations. Two annual bonuses and other benefits. Paid annual vacation leave, overtime pay, and commuting allowance. APPLICATION MATERIALS: Send resume, cover letter, and a recent photograph by e-mail. The resume should include your date of birth and visa status. In the cover letter, you should explain in detail why you would be a suitable candidate, highlighting your professional experience and interests. Short-listed candidates will be invited to attend an interview and take a writing and proofreading test. The interview will consist of two sections: one conducted in Japanese and the other in English. Candidates may then be asked to attend a second interview.
Deadline: 31 May 2008
Contact Details: Ayako Kidera, Editorial Section, STEP
Email Address: <se2-stepcand@eiken.or.jp>
Website URL: <http://www.eiken.or.jp/>
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#00388 - Okayama
Job Description: Okayama University's Foreign Language Center is hiring one permanent full-time English teacher (Associate Professor). Background information: The Foreign Language Education Center (FLEC) was founded in 2002 and consists of two sections: English and other foreign languages. The English section has four full-time Japanese teachers and four full-time native-speaking teachers. This section offers general education English classes and some English classes for faculty and graduate courses. Native English classes are taught to all first year students enrolled at Okayama University and also Advanced English courses which are open to all students. FLEC also promotes an e-learning system to supplement the regular lessons.
Job Details: Duties: (1) Teaching a normal load of 6 classes per week (1 class is 90 minutes). (2) Planning, implementing and improving the general education English curriculum. This includes development and research of teaching materials and methodology. (3) Coordinating full-time and part-time English teachers' activities. (4) Participating in meetings and related events. Starting date: April 1, 2009 (or October 1, 2008, if possible) Qualifications: (1) Native fluency in English. (2) Masterfs or higher degree in TEFL/TESL (Teaching of English as a Foreign/Second Language) or a related field. (3) Enthusiasm for language teaching and an ongoing commitment to current language teaching methodologies. University classroom experience as a teacher of English to speakers of other languages is preferable. (4) Experience in promoting e-learning, CALL or IT would be preferred. (5) An adequate command of Japanese to manage daily university work. Salary and Benefits: (1) Annual salary will be determined by the relevant rules of Okayama University as a national university corporation, according to professional experience and qualifications. (2) The travel expenses of the appointee and his/her dependents from the place of departure to Okayama will be reimbursed upon arrival. (3) A research fund is available every academic year. (4) Allowances: commutation, family, housing allowances and others are to be provided if the conditions stipulated by the University employment rules are met. (5) Residential accommodation: If there are vacancies in the University-owned accommodation, you are entitled to apply for them. Application materials: (1) Curriculum vitae including a full statement of educational background starting with high school, qualifications, professional career, telephone number, fax number and e-mail address. (2) Recent photograph no larger than 6 cm by 4 cm with your name printed in block letters on the back. (3) List of publications with works in refereed and non-refereed journals listed separately first, followed by books, essays, and oral presentations. Also include (photo-) copies of up to three self-selected works. (4) A sample of a recent lesson plan and materials. (5) One letter of recommendation from someone familiar with your current work. Also provide a list of two additional references with contact information. (6) An essay (in English) of approximately 1,000 words, on: 1) your ideas or experiences on teaching or developing curricula for general English classes at the university level; 2) your ideas for implementing e-learning in conjunction with regular English lessons. Send application materials to: Prof. Koji Tanaka Foreign Language Education Center, Okayama University 1-1, Tsushima-naka 2-Chome, Okayama 700-8530, Japan Notes: (1) Write Job Application in red on the envelope and send it by registered mail. (2) Final candidates may be interviewed around June in Okayama. Travel expenses will be paid by applicants. Overseas applicants upon consultation may be able to make other arrangements. (3) All application materials should be written in English, but the letter of recommendation is acceptable in English or in Japanese. Application materials sent to us cannot be returned.
Deadline: 9 May 2008, no later than 5 p.m.
Contact Details: For further information, please contact Prof. Masaki Sakai by e-mail or fax (not by telephone): Foreign Language Education Center, Okayama University Fax: 086-251-7895
Email Address: <masack@cc.okayama-u.ac.jp>
Website URL: <http://>
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#00384 - Kanagawa-ken, Fujisawa-shi
Job Description: Keio SFC Jr. & Sr. High School, the newest secondary school associated with Keio University, is seeking applicants for full-time teaching positions in 2009. Our students go on to Keio University, one of the most competitive private universities in Japan. SFC Jr. & Sr. High School differs from other secondary schools in that more than two-fifths of the students have lived abroad for extended periods. Many of these students already speak English or other languages fluently. The school provides training in computing, language, and intercultural communication in an effort to equip the students for active roles in the global community.
Job Details: Starting Date: April 1, 2009 Salary: Based on age, experience and qualifications Benefits: Commuting allowance, annual book allowance Duties: Same responsibilities as full-time Japanese teacher. Teach up to 19 hrs/week (16 core English classes and 2 electives, 1 homeroom). Work 5 days a week (Sunday and one other day off) and are occasionally asked to come to school on holidays for school events and other duties. Share typical homeroom responsibilities with a Japanese partner, including 1 hr/week supervising homeroom class. Supervise club activities, attend matches as chaperone, etc. Assess students in accordance with school guidelines. Participate and supervise all school events such as school trips, sports days, school festivals, etc. Play an active role in departmental functions such as curriculum development, test writing, coordination of exchange programs, coaching students for speech contests, etc. Qualifications & Requirements: Native-level speaker of English. MA in TESOL or a related field. Junior/senior high school experience in Japan a strong advantage. Conversational Japanese an advantage. Application Materials: Cover letter / curriculum vitae / original transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended/ teachers license / details of publications and presentations, if any / at least one original letter of recommendation from a recent employer and/or a professor in TESOL/ original lesson plans (for returnee & regular classes). Interviews to be held in July; please check the school website for more details.
Deadline: 12 July 2008
Contact Details: English Department Hiring Committee Keio Shonan-Fujisawa Junior & Senior High School 5466 Endo, Fujisawa-shi, Kanagawa-ken 252-0816 Japan TEL (0466)47-5111 FAX (0466)47-5078
Website URL: <http://www.sfc-js.keio.ac.jp/>
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#00362 - Brunei
Job Description: Increased tax-free packages are offered for Primary (mainly Early Years) and Secondary teachers of English in Brunei state schools.
Job Details: This is a chance to join CfBTs expanding ELT Project in Brunei, where we manage & support over 250 teachers. In 2008 you could play a key role in providing better opportunities for local children. You must have native-speaker English, an appropriate degree, teaching qualification (PGCE, BEd, Dip Ed, Dip Teaching, CELTA, DELTA) & at least 3 years teaching experience including primary or secondary aged students. A driving licence is essential.
Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing
Contact Details: If you are interested in a 2 year contract please visit our website at www.cfbt.org for more information & an online application form. Or simply send your CV to Jan Collins, Recruitment Manager at jcollins@cfbt.org
Email Address: <jcollins@cfbt.org>
Website URL: <http://www.cfbt.org>
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