Full-Time English Teacher in Saitama
Job Overview
Employer Type – Direct Hire
Industry – Education / Teaching
Salary – 270,000 JPY Month (negotiable)
English Level – Native level
Japanese Level – Not necessary
Restricted to Domestic Applicants? – Overseas applicants allowed
Visa Sponsorship – Future possibility / Renewal
Yaruki Switch Group is currently accepting applications for our brand new Kids Duo schools in Saitama!
Who We Are
Yaruki Switch Group is the 2nd largest private education group in Japan, comprised of 7 total brands with more than 1,800 directly owned and franchise-managed schools nationwide. Leveraging 30+ years of industry experience, our English language schools – Kids Duo, WinBe, Kids Duo International, and i Kids Star – are specifically tailored for young learners, with a focus on teaching through fun, hands-on activities and exposure to practical, usable English!
What We Offer
Starting monthly salary of ￥270,000 (negotiable)
Fully-paid comprehensive initial training, in addition to regular training workshops throughout the year
All-English On-Boarding and Relocation Support
Salary & career advancement opportunities based on performance
Renewal bonus of ￥100,000 upon successful completion and re-signing of 1 year contract
Ten paid days of leave / year (after 6 months of employment), in addition to national holidays
Work-related commuting costs fully reimbursed
Social Security & Health Insurance
Visa sponsorship and renewal support
* Some contract details may vary depending on location.
Our Teaching Style
Kids Duo focuses on fostering students’ confidence and enthusiasm in English via interactive games and activities. Our motto is “Play in English, Learn in English,” and with this mentality in mind we strive to create a fun, safe, and comfortable environment in which our students learn usable, real life English.
Kids Duo teachers take turns leading and supporting a variety of highly active games and activities, including Arts & Crafts, Music & Dance, Social Studies, Outdoor programs, etc. While a set curriculum and lesson plans for main activities are provided, teachers are expected to grow and expand on these foundations with their own unique and original games and lesson ideas; allowing ample creative freedom to personalize your teaching approach and inject passion and enthusiasm into your class.
Job Requirements
Regular working hours fall within the hours of 9:00-20:30, Monday through Friday. Shifts are 9 hours per day (8 working hours + 1-hour lunch break).
Lead and support activities of both large and small groups of students aged 3 to 12
Supervise and maintain the safety & wellbeing of students, model proper behavior and teach fundamental social skills
Participate in occasional special events held on weekends/holidays (typically once per month)
Native-level English fluency required
Must hold at least a 2-Year Associates Degree OR Valid Working Visa
Application Process
Application Submitted
Screening Process (5-10 business days) *
1st Interview (Skype)
Introduction to School & 2nd Interview (In-Person/Skype)
Official Offer of Position
On-Boarding / Visa Support (if necessary)
Initial Training & School Placement
* Note: While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
