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Year 1 (First Grade) Primary School Homeroom Teacher - April 2026 Start

school
Salesian International School
location
Tokyo, Japan
salary
2,700 - 4,200 USD monthly
housing
assistance finding housing
airfair
not provided
Start date
Start date: April 2026
1 year
2
  • Elementary
  • University Graduate, Licensed Teacher
  • Bachelor
  • 3 years of teaching experience
  • Teaching Credential/License
  • Will Sponsor Visa
  • Public Transport to/from Work Covered
  • Enrolment in Private School Pension and Health Insurance
  • Unemployment, Disability, Special Leaves
  • 10 paid days of personal leave/sick time
  • Off for Japanese public holidays and seasonal school breaks (approx. 2 weeks in winter and spring, 3-4 weeks off in summer)

Year 1 (First Grade) Primary School Homeroom Teacher - April 2026 Start

Salesian International Primary School is a leading Catholic educational institution based in Tokyo, Japan, offering an innovative International Class program to students from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing our students with the best possible education and preparing them for success as global citizens in the 21st century through inquiry- and project-based educational practices.

We are currently seeking an experienced and qualified Year 1 (First Grade) homeroom teacher to join our team for the April 2026-March 2027 school year. The successful candidate will be responsible for serving as the teacher of record for Year 1 students (ages 6-7) in our International Class, where bilingual and native English-speaking students learn in an immersive English environment.

General Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary teacher of record for a Year 1 International Class of approximately 25-35 students
  • Create and maintain a collaborative classroom environment appropriate for the 21st Century that emphasizes diversity and mutual learning in English
  • Implement flexible seating arrangements and learning spaces that promote active engagement for all students
  • Manage and keep detailed records such as for daily schedules, student progress tracking, and parent communication
  • Teach English Language Arts using the Collaborative Classroom™ Curriculum and Methodologies
  • Teach Singapore Mathematics
  • Teach Life Skills and Religion classes from a critical-thinking approach, emphasizing creative thought and expression
  • Deliver active project-based STEAM lessons which integrate subject-area content for building inquiry, communication skills, and independent learning.
  • Implement PBL (Problem- and Project-Based Learning) activities appropriate for concrete operational stage development
  • Collaborate with English-speaking Japanese Language teachers in lesson planning and program delivery
  • Facilitate an immersive English-speaking environment throughout the school day
  • Develop English literacy through strong academic leadership and differentiated teaching practices
  • Document and assess student learning through portfolio development
  • Provide individual support and feedback to students
  • Monitor student well-being and social-emotional development
  • Collaborate with parents and support staff to ensure student success
  • Foster cultural sensitivity and appreciation for diversity

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field
  • Valid teaching license/certification
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience teaching at the primary/elementary level
  • Native or near-native English proficiency
  • Experience with young learners (ages 6-7) and early childhood development
  • Strong knowledge of literacy instruction and phonics-based reading programs
  • Excellent classroom management skills
  • Ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans
  • Proficient in technology use for instruction purposes

Preferred:

  • Experience with Collaborative Classroom™ and/or GrapeSEED® or similar English language acquisition programs
  • Background in STEAM education or inquiry-based learning
  • International school or multicultural classroom experience
  • Familiarity with Piaget's cognitive development theory and its classroom applications
  • Experience with PBL (Project-Based Learning) methodologies
  • Additional language skills (Japanese beneficial but not required)

Values and Attitudes

At Salesian International Primary School, we value educators who demonstrate the following attitudes:

  • Passionate about Teaching: A genuine passion for working with young learners and helping them develop foundational skills for lifelong learning
  • Cultural Sensitivity: As an international school, we celebrate diversity and expect our teachers to be culturally sensitive towards all students regardless of their background
  • Collaborative Spirit: We believe that teamwork is essential for achieving academic excellence; therefore, we seek candidates who can work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the school community
  • Innovative Mindset: Commitment to implementing creative, student-centered learning approaches that prepare children for the future
  • Preventive Educational Approach: Alignment with our Salesian educational philosophy based on reason, religion, and loving-kindness

Working Conditions

  • 5-day school week (Monday-Friday), Saturdays off (except for occasional events)
  • Working Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (with a 60 min. break plus planning time built in to the day)
  • Structured professional development program and ongoing support
  • Collaborative working environment with international faculty
  • Modern classroom facilities with flexible learning spaces
  • Supportive leadership team

Application Process

Ready to advance your international teaching career? Submit your application including CV and references to apply now!

What Happens Next:

  1. Initial screening of applications
  2. Online interview for shortlisted candidates
  3. Reference and qualification checks
  4. Final interview and school culture fit assessment
  5. Job offer for successful candidates

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to teach in Japan while building your international education career! If you meet these qualifications and share our values, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to shape young minds and foster philosophical thinking in an international educational environment!

Apply now - positions fill quickly for our prestigious international program.

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

At Salesian International School, our mission is to foster impactful 21st century global citizens. Our dedicated staff with various backgrounds embrace the international nature of our community and recognize the importance of cultural exchange and understanding.

Passionate and inspiring educators guide and support our students, empowering them to develop essential skills, broaden their understanding, and cultivate the proper disposition necessary to succeed in the interconnected world of the future. 21st century global citizens require not the ability simply to process tasks with speed and accuracy, but rather it is necessary to discover problems and create optimal solutions. Therefore we put independent thinking and high academic standards along with a safe and nurturing learning environment at the center of everything we do.

We value candidates who share these commitments to education and are able and eager to contribute to the school and student life in support of our mission. We seek teachers who are critical thinkers themselves and have the skills to apply it in the classroom to lead our students to grow to reach their full potential, equipped to navigate the complexities of the 21st century with confidence and purpose.

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

Teaching in Japan continues to be one of the most popular options for English teachers as well as licensed classroom teachers. One of the world's most technologically advanced countries, Japan also maintains a culture of old-world tradition and appreciation for beauty.

Tokyo
Japanese
127,799,000 (10th)
Yen (¥) / En (円 or 圓) (JPY)
Buddhism, Shinto
Temperate
This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job
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