Social Studies Teacher (Geography), Shiba-Kokusai Junior and Senior High School, Tokyo Japan

This is a junior and senior high school Geography subject-teaching position requiring delivery in accordance with Cambridge IGCSE and AS & A Level syllabus and assessment requirements.

Essential requirements:
:A degree in Geography or a closely related field and a recognised teaching qualification or licence.
:At least one academic year teaching both Cambridge IGCSE and AS & A Level Geography.
:At least one academic year teaching in a Japanese private secondary school, including sole responsibility for teaching Social Studies classes at both JHS and SHS levels, independent lesson design and student evaluation.
:Experience as a homeroom teacher.
:Demonstrated competence in Cambridge curriculum planning, assessment and examination preparation.

Responsibilities:
:Teach and assess Geography materials to prepare students for Cambridge examinations
:Develop teaching materials and contribute to departmental curriculum planning.
:Participate in school duties, meetings, events and student guidance.
:Homeroom responsibilities may be assigned.

Employment conditions:
:Hours: 08:20–17:35, In principle five days per week. (2026 result : 34 days out of 52 weeks)
:Classes run Monday–Saturday, with Sundays and one additional weekday off, to be confirmed.
:Mandatory attendance may be required for special school events.

Teaching load: To be confirmed.

Compensation:
Commensurate with qualifications and relevant professional experience, in accordance with the school’s established remuneration framework.

Contract: The contract is for one year with no renewal, however, reappointment may be considered based on factors such as the institution's circumstances and performance evaluations (the maximum total contract period is three years). There is a possibility of appointment as a full-time permanent faculty member after the three-year period.

Visa sponsorship: May be available, subject to eligibility.

Application:
:Applicants must meet all essential requirements and clearly identify their Cambridge teaching experience and Japanese private secondary school experience.
:Submit a CV, a brief cover letter addressing these requirements, evidence of qualifications and contact details for two professional referees who have directly supervised your teaching.
:Referees from previous employers are acceptable where contacting your current employer would compromise confidentiality. No referee will be contacted without your prior consent.

Shortlisted candidates will complete an interview, assessment tasks and a demonstration lesson. Qualifications, employment history and references will be verified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 31 December 2026.
Send applications to: y.tozaki@shiba-kokusai.ed.jp and a.wong@shiba-kokusai.ed.jp
Email subject: Geography Teacher Application