PRIVATE Elementary, JHS and SHS in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba & Saitama: Openings as a LEAD (Main) Teacher – regular ESL and specific subject teachers to start IMMEDIATELY and from APRIL 2026

PRIVATE Elementary, JHS and SHS in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba & Saitama: Openings as a LEAD (Main) Teacher – regular ESL and specific subject teachers to start IMMEDIATELY and from APRIL 2026.

―≫Job Details:
Sagan Speak is accepting applications from native-level English speakers with regular and specific teaching qualifications and experience in Japanese elementary, junior and senior high schools for FULL, SEMI-FULL or PART-TIME employment in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama schools.

―≫Brief Company Introduction:
Sagan Speak is an education company that supports private Japanese schools with qualified and experienced teaching staff; courses developed in-house in general ESL, Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (curricula & texts); test materials and recordings; educational consulting services amongst others.

―≫TEACHING English Language programs:
 Workplace: ●A private elementary, junior or senior high school.
 As a LEAD teacher: ●With, or without Japanese English teacher support.
 Using established Course Curricula and Textbooks for: ●Regular ESL courses. ●Content Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) course ● Test & Writing courses. STEM/STEAM based courses ●Advanced ESL course students with course specialization.

―≫CANDIDATES should meet the following REQUIREMENTS:
 Have Native English-level proficiency.
 Have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
 Have a teaching certificate (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, etc.)
 Have experience teaching English in Japanese schools.
 Currently reside in Japan and in possession of a valid work visa.

―≫Our IDEAL CANDIDATE will also:
 Be creative and flexible.
 Be willing to try new ideas.
 Have an excellent knowledge of English spelling and grammar and proofreading skills.
 Be an excellent team player.
 Be able to collaborate with other native teachers on developing and making English teaching and learning materials.
 Have a good understanding of the Japanese school system and an interest in school culture.
 Be reliable and punctual.

―≫FULL, SEMI-FULL time employment :
 Contract Period: Immediately and from April 2026～March 2027 (minimum).
 Teaching Schedules: ●①Full-Time 5 work-days. Monday to Friday.
●②Semi-Full Time 3 or 4 work-days between Monday to Saturday.
●Core work time 08:20～16:30/17:00.
●Up to 8 hours of work per day.
 Monthly remuneration for Full Time (5 work-days): Offered in the range of 260,000 to 340,000 yen /month (before withholding tax).
Salary is mainly based on the work schedule, duties, and qualification requirements.
Visa Sponsorship: ●Available.

―≫Please state in your cover letter: Your preferred work schedule: ① or ②. When are you able to START?

―≫For PART-time job seekers:  Please state in your cover letter: ●How many days a week you are hoping for and what those available days and times are.

―≫To Make an APPLICATION: ●Apply with your cover letter, resume & passport sized head and shoulders color photograph.

―≫In your COVER LETTER:
①Introduce yourself, your education, and your teaching experiences.
②State when you are hoping to start work if it isn’t immediately or from APRIL 2026.
③State your work schedule preferences. How many days a week you are hoping for and what those available days and times are if you are searching for part-time work?
④State your nearest train station.
⑤State whether or not you are able to relocate.
⑥State your visa type and expiry.

―≫In your English RESUME: ●Write about the duties and responsibilities given to you in your current and past teaching work.
●Also send a Japanese resume if available.

―≫Your passport sized head and shoulders color photograph: The ideal photo will be: ● Taken relatively close up showing you wearing office attire & projecting a friendly demeanor. ● On a plain background.

―≫When should you SEND your application?: ●Immediately to the language Education Support Manager at info@saganspeak.com
―≫Teacher Selection Process:
● After the initial resume screening process the recruitment manager will invite selected candidates for an interview.
● If you pass the interview process you will be offered a teaching position.

―≫SUCCESSFUL applicants will receive:
●A dedicated recruitment manager to evaluate and oversee recruitment.
―≫Providing professional and courteous advice throughout.
―≫Answering work placement queries and making suggestions that best meet the well-being and professional goals of the applicant.
●An experienced work placement evaluation & support team following well-established placement criteria.
●Ongoing mentoring for teaching and social well-being.

Thank you for reading this advertisement.
We look forward to receiving your application.