Visiting Lecturer, Asia University, Tokyo

Minimum Requirements:
A Master’s degree in TESL/TEFL or English Literature from an accredited university. A Master’s degree in another field with a TESL/TEFL certificate may be considered. One year of teaching experience at the university level (includes TA-ships) is also required.

Contract Period:
The contract period is 2026 University academic year, which extends from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027. The contract renewal will be determined as follows.
（1）Determination of renewal of contract：There is a possibility that the contract may be renewed based on
factors such as the actual working conditions at the end of the contract period.
（2）Renewal limit：maximum of 4 times

Salary:
1. Monthly salary for the position is approximately \320,000 before deductions for tax (if applicable) and the mandatory health insurance.
2. In addition to the regular monthly salary, the equivalent of one month’s salary is paid two times a year, in June and in December

Insurance:
All faculty are required to enroll in the Promotion and Mutual Aid Corporation for Private Schools of Japan. The membership premium is equal to approximately 20% of an individual’s monthly salary and bonuses and is shared equally by the University and the employee. Coverage provided is 70% of medical and dental expenses, which is applicable for dependents as well.

Housing Allowance:
A Visiting Faculty is entitled to a housing allowance in the amount of \19,000 for head of household or \13,000 for non-head of household, per month before deductions.

Duties:
Duties include: teaching up to 20 classroom hours of EFL per week (one classroom hour equals 50 minutes of instruction); attending all regular and special CELE faculty meetings; serving on a CELE administrative committee; provide servicing as a substitute instructor when necessary; and completing an approved project.

Starting Date:
The contract period is listed as April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027; however, all new Visiting Faculty Members are required to be in Japan and available up to 10 days earlier to attend faculty orientation.

Application Procedures: The following must be submitted to Asia University:
1. Asia University application form at https://www.asia-u.ac.jp/english/information/employment/
2. Official transcripts showing awarding of all academic degrees earned.
3. Copies of diplomas for all academic degrees earned.
4. At least two letters of recommendation, e.g., from current employer and a program advisor.
5. Days and times when you can be reached for a video conference. Please use Japanese Standard Time.