Full Time English Teacher, Shinagawa Shouei Junior and Senior High School, Tokyo

Job details:
Full time EFL instructor (direct-hire)
Candidates must be currently residing in Japan with a proper working visa (school can sponsor candidates who need visa renewals). A renewable one-year contract will be offered to the successful candidate from April 1, 2025.

Contract responsibilities
Teaching about 16 classes a week plus departmental responsibilities at a private junior high and senior high.
Working hours: 8:00 - 17:30 Monday to Friday (national holidays off, may be asked to work some weekends for special school events and intensive courses during school holidays).
Coordination of the school clubs
Work closely with the English department on curriculum and project development, lesson planning and test writing
Instruction and coaching for tests:
Speech contests
EIKEN
Cambridge English Assessment
Homeroom, mentoring and departmental duties
We are trying to create an immersive all-English atmosphere so teachers will communicate with students in English in and out of class.

Requirements:
Native-level English speaker
Must have at least two years’ experience teaching at a junior or senior high school in Japan
ESL / EFL certification such as TESOL / CELTA / DELTA
Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification. Other qualifications such as a teaching degree, teacher’s license, would be an asset
High level of computer literacy skills is necessary (for online learning platforms, classroom management systems, Microsoft Office)
Conversational Japanese to handle administrative duties (N2 level of Japanese Language Proficiency Test would be an asset)

Salary Range:
¥300,000 to ¥400,000 per month depending on qualifications and experience. A bonus is not included for this position. Social welfare benefits of the Private School Mutual Aid System are included. Transportation allowance is provided.