Teach Japan

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Explore one of the richest cultures and most beautiful scenery in the world. Japan has an ancient culture of beautiful traditions, art, amazing food, and advanced technology, offering teachers a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a one-of-a-kind country.
Teachers are placed throughout Japan and work in language centres as well as in private and public schools. You will be able to take advantage of many public holidays and some vacation leave to travel the region and country, using every free moment at your disposal to have fantastic adventures.

Teaching English abroad is an excellent alternative to the traditional post-graduate employment path. It also serves as a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while experiencing the rich culture of the East.

Teaching in Japan is the chance of a lifetime to explore an ancient culture and enjoy amazing scenery.

Highlights and Benefits:
- Earn US$ 1,650 to 2,250 per month.
- Flexible placement start dates throughout the year
- Live the real-Japan experience! Placements are available in schools or language centres that have branches across the country.
- 12-month renewable contracts.
- Paid vacation
- Working visa support
- Incredible orientation weekends in-country.  Meet your fellow teachers while immersing yourself in the rich culture of Japan!
- Lifetime placement guarantee
- Background check on school
- Extensive pre- and post-placement support

Top Placement Areas:
1. Nagoya
2. Osaka
3. Hiroshima
4. Fukuoka

Placement Types:
1. Private 20%
2. Public 80%
3. Single school placement
4. Multiple school placement

Cultural Immersion:
Many of the issues and challenges that one faces when teaching in a foreign country are rooted in cultural differences and language barriers. Gaining a thorough understanding of language, history and culture is imperative to making a success of teaching in Japan. Preparing to teach abroad with this mindset, results in a smoother cultural integration, making the experience more enjoyable and enlightening.

Our cultural immersion orientation weekends delve into the heart of Japanese culture and values through in-class instruction and active-learning cultural excursions to various sites of cultural and historical significance. Prior to arrival, we also provide an in-depth 40-hour online cultural orientation course, providing language lessons and culture modules to build a strong foundation.

Examples of Excursions:
- Japanese Cooking Class
- Trip to Nagoya Castle
- Walking Tour of Nagoya
- Trip to Tokugawa Art Museum