JAPAN - Public Schools - Assistant Language Teacher Across Japan *FILLED*
If you are looking to explore the "real" Japan and hope to gain some valuable teaching experience, then a public school job in Japan might the be perfect fit for you. As an ALT (Assistant Language Teacher) you will teach together with a Japanese teacher in a classroom. This is perfect for those who are considering teaching as a career. Contracts are for 7-8 months.
Applicants must be interviewed in person at the following locations:
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Toronto
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Vancouver
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New York City
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Los Angeles
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Chicago
Attendance to an information session and interview is by invitation only. Space and interview dates are limited, so interested candidates should apply as-soon-as-possible! Interview dates TDB.
Please keep in mind that most of these positions are in rural settigs, and there are no Tokyo placements. Read more about this job at http://www.teachaway.com/teach_in_japan/ALT.html
JOB DETAILS
| Start Dates | late August 2009 | |
| End Date | March 31, 2010 | |
| Location | all across Japan (no Tokyo placements) |
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| School Type | Public schools | |
| Student Level | Elementary and Junior High | |
| Working Hours | 08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday | |
| Monthly Salary | 250,000 JPY | |
| Visa | Sponsored by school | |
| Housing | Paid by teacher (approx. 50,000 yen/month) | |
| Vacation | 10 days in December/January All national holidays |
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| Medical Insurance | 2.5-3% deduction from monthly paycheck for a comprehensive health plan |
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| Additional Benefits | Free online language lessons Training in Tokyo, professional development |
QUALIFICATIONS
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University Undergraduate Degree (in any discipline)
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Native English Speaker
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Passion for teaching school children and living in Japan
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Please note that not all applicants will be invited for an interview.

