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Early Years (Preschool~Kindergarten) Homeroom Teacher - Aoba Campus

Horizon Japan International School Sendai Aoba (previously known as Abroad International School Sendai) is an international school for children aged between 1-6. Horizon Academy has 3 schools around Japan and HJIS Sendai Aoba school is located in Aoba-ku, Sendai City Center, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.

We are looking for a homeroom teacher who:

  • can work as the homeroom teacher for any of the following age groups; infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-k or kindergarten (year group assignment subject to change),
  • can work 08.30-17.30 on weekdays,
  • has a teaching degree or certificate (preferably early childhood education),
  • has at least 1 year of teaching experience with 1~6 years age group,
  • has passion and enthusiasm to teach young children,
  • has great creativity in implementing the school curriculum and preparing the lesson plans,
  • is willing to work as a team in an international atmosphere.


Duties Include:

  • Prepare and complete weekly lesson plans and teaching materials according to the school curriculum and early learning goals,
  • Generate activities for the class such as arts and crafts/ storytelling/ gross motor activities/ simple math skills/ creative play/ phonics,
  • Devise a child-centered, age-appropriate program for the school as well as a calendar of activities for execution,
  • Carry out classroom management and organization,
  • Organize class presentations, activities for school events and activities,
  • Keep proper record of what is taught in the class and the materials used,
  • Prepare student progress reports and portfolios of each student on a consistent basis,
  • Create a positive and encouraging learning atmosphere in the classroom,
  • Provide childcare support to meet the physical and emotional needs of young children,
  • Communicate with parents and members of the community.
Posted: May 2022
This is a Direct to School Job

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LocationSendai, Japan
Start DateMarch 2023
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelEarly Childhood
Monthly SalaryUSD 2500 - 3000
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Visa Sponsorship and visa procedure assistance
  • Social insurance
  • Subsidized public transportation for commute (if needed)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Language support
  • Japanese conversation lessons
  • Winter holiday, summer holiday, GW holiday
  • Paid holiday, sick leave

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Japan
MajorEarly Childhood Education
Additional School Requirements

Requirements :

  • Degree in Education/Early Childhood Education/Nursery
  • Teaching experience in preschool/ nursery education
  • Experience working in an international education setting (Advantageous)
  • EYFS or IB-PYP Early Years experience (Advantageous)
  • Commitment to stay in Japan for at least 2~3 years