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Gunma Felice Academy was founded in 2004 by Christians and is an accredited Kindergarten and Elementary by the Japan Ministry of Education. We aim to provide a quality education based on Christian principles. Felice is located in Gunma prefecture, about 100km north of Tokyo.
Currently, we are seeking teachers who are interested in Japan, its culture, and working with Japanese people. We seek teachers who are patient, friendly, and flexible. Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and be eager to learn new things. They must be team players who proactively support their colleagues, and are thoughtful and considerate of others. They must also be able to respond to positive and negative feedback. A position at Felice involves working with children from preschool age through elementary; teachers must, therefore, be active and enthusiastic.

Working Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM. – 3:25 PM (30 hours/week)
Meetings regularly happen after working hours (approx. 2-4 per month)
Events occasionally fall on weekends or public holidays. (approx. 5 per year)

Posted: June 2019

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Location	Gunma, Japan
Start Date	March 2020
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	Middle School
Monthly Salary	USD 2300 - 2700
Number of Vacancies	3

Job Benefits

Salary: Full-time native English teachers: JPY 250,000 ~ 300,000/month
Completion Bonus
Kokumin Hoken (National insurance) (70%coverage)
Consecutive working hours (no split shifts)
10 sick/personal leave days, in addition to national holidays (approximately 12)
Summer vacation 10 days, Winter vacation approximately 5 days, Spring vacation approximately 3 days
Paid training
Airfare and moving allowance reimbursement upon arriving in Japan (for teachers outside of Japan)

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Major	Education
Additional School Requirements
Native-level English speaker Must have a BA/BS in Education or be a Certified Elementary or Secondary Teacher from an English- speaking country Be able to work for a minimum of one year TESOL, TEFL, or CELTA experience (at least 120 hours) or equivalent certificate is considered Teaching experience and/or instructor training experience is favorable Previous classroom teaching experience Previous experience working with children Enjoyment in working with children Flexible to changes in schedule or routines Honest, hardworking, flexible and dedicated individual who has a warm and energetic personality

About the School

Gunma Felice Academy was founded in 2004 by Christians and is an accredited Kindergarten and Elementary by the Japan Ministry of Education. We aim to provide a quality education based on Christian principles. Felice is located in Gunma prefecture, about 100km north of Tokyo. Currently, we are seeking teachers who are interested in Japan, its culture, and working with Japanese people. We seek teachers who are patient, friendly, and flexible. Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and be eager to learn new things. They must be team players who proactively support their colleagues, and are thoughtful and considerate of others. They must also be able to respond to positive and negative feedback. A position at Felice involves working with children from preschool age through elementary; teachers must, therefore, be active and enthusiastic.