Bilingual Program Director EON Kids Academy

Bilingual Program Director – EON Kids Academy

Job Title: Bilingual Program Director – Bilingual After-School Academy
Employment Type: Full-Time (正社員) – 6-month probation period (試用期間6ヶ月)
Expected Start Date: October 1, 2025 (negotiable based on candidate availability)
Work Location: On-site – Setagaya-ku, Tokyo (7–8 minutes from Komazawa-Daigaku Station)
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (includes 1-hour break)
Shift-based scheduling may apply during spring, summer, and winter holiday periods.
Days Off: Saturdays, Sundays, and national public holidays
Paid Leave: Annual paid leave and all legally mandated leave Holidays: Approx. 120+ holidays per year
Reports to: Founder / Division Director

About EON Kids Academy
EON Kids Academy is a bilingual English after-school program launching in Spring 2026 in Tokyo. We go beyond traditional academics by fostering creativity, communication, leadership, and life skills often overlooked in standard classrooms. Our curriculum blends global thinking with real-world learning to prepare students for a connected future.

Mission: To equip students with the skills to thrive in a globally connected world.

Vision: Inspire young minds to grow into global leaders through immersive English learning, project-based learning, and essential life skills—qualities often overlooked in traditional classrooms.

This is a leadership role within our education team, focused on managing academic excellence, staff leadership, operations, and program innovation in a startup environment.

Position Summary:
EON Kids Academy is seeking a Bilingual Program Director with the aspiration to lead and grow a purpose-driven educational venture. As part of a small start-up team, you will take charge of after-school program operations, compliance, budgeting, and curriculum development.
If you're inspired by the opportunity to build, manage, and scale a bilingual after-school program that equips students with real-world skills, we’d love to connect.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
Lead academic, operational, and financial strategies for high-impact program delivery
Collaborate with the Founder and senior team to shape long-term direction

Curriculum Oversight:
Supervise the development and execution of our bilingual, project-based curriculum
Align learning goals with both Japanese and international educational standards

Teacher Recruitment & Development:
Hire, train, and support a team of bilingual educators
Create systems for coaching, performance feedback, and professional growth

Enrollment & Parent Engagement:
Develop and execute marketing and admissions strategies
Serve as the key contact for parents and guardians

Financial & Risk Management:
Oversee budget planning, cost control, and resource optimization
Ensure long-term sustainability through smart operations

Compliance & Safety:
Ensure compliance with child safety, MEXT standards, and local government regulations
Create and implement safety protocols, manuals, and emergency drills

Qualifications:
Education:
Master’s in Education, Educational Leadership, or Business preferred
Bachelor’s degree accepted with strong leadership experience in school settings

Language:
Fluent English (C1+)
Business-level Japanese (N2+) required for communication with parents, vendors, and local authorities

Experience:
Minimum 3 years in school leadership, educational administration, or bilingual program management
Familiarity with Japanese education policies and operational compliance
Experience in project management, teacher support, hiring, budgeting

Skills:
Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills
Ability to work flexibly in a start-up environment
Cross-cultural understanding and passion for child-centered education

Why Join Us?
Competitive Salary: ¥5,400,000 – ¥7,500,000 annually (based on experience)
Annual Raise Opportunity: Performance-based review and adjustment

Benefits:
Full social insurance (health, pension, employment, workers’ comp)
Transportation allowance (up to cap)
Visa sponsorship available (if needed)
6-month probation period (no change in salary or conditions)

Professional Development:
Onboarding training and team development workshops
Support to attend education-related conferences
Leadership experience in a bilingual education startup

How to Apply:
Please send your English resume and cover letter to:
Contact: Helen Escosora Email: helen.escosora@eonkidsacademy.com
Subject line: Program Director Application – EON Kids Academy

Hiring Process:
Document screening (English resume + cover letter)
Two rounds of interviews
Offer and contract signing

Equal Opportunity Statement
EON Kids Academy is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive learning environment. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, nationality, religion, or other status.