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Working Hours

Core time is listed below, but there may be slight changes between different schools and seasons (Working hours vary among brands)


Kids Duo

  • Open 9:00 to 20:30
  • Two shifts, morning and afternoon, 8 hours/day (+ 1 hour break) between the schools open hours. Staff rotate between shifts.


WinBe

  • Open 10:00 to 21:00
  • Weekdays: 13:00 to 21:00, Saturday: 10:00 to 18:00
  • 8 hours/day (including 45min break)


Kids Duo International / i Kids Star

  • Open 8:30 to 17:30
  • 8 hours/day (+1 hour break)


 

Holidays
Holidays vary among brands.

  • Staff generally work a 5-day work week (Sundays off plus 1 additional day a week)
  • Public holidays, summer & winter holidays, paid holidays and miscellaneous holidays are also included
  • Some school events are held on weekends
Posted: June 2019
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

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LocationVarious Cities, Japan
Start DateDecember 2020
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher, College/University Faculty, University Graduate, ESL Instructor
Student LevelEarly Childhood, Elementary, Middle School
Monthly SalaryUSD 2500
Number of Vacancies100

Job Benefits

  • Base salary of ￥250,000 monthly
  • Structured pay-rise system and career advancement opportunities based on experience, ability and performance
  • All new instructors will have a 3 month probationary period (no change in wage)
  • Public holidays, summer & winter holidays, paid holidays and miscellaneous holidays are also included
  • Housing allowance provided for initial cost of contract (for directly mangaged schools only)
  • Health insurance available

Qualifications and Requirements

Education RequiredAssociate/2-year Diploma
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, Lebanon, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland
Additional School Requirements
  • A university degree (or be competent in verbal and written English and self-supported for their working visa)
  • Fluent English speaker (no Japanese skills necessary)
  • Ready to work as part of a team
  • Willing to commit for at least one school year (April to March) and the initial training period
  • Experience working at pre-schools, after-schools, or English conversation schools is preferable

About the School

Yaruki Switch Group is a Japanese educational organization boasting a track record stretching 40 years in teaching, nurturing, and developing the futures of children. We have established and continue to grow successful, well-recognized brands in such educational fields as Supplemental Learning, Early Childhood Education, English Childcare, and Bilingual Kindergartens - not just nationwide, but worldwide as well. With our philosophy of ‘Individual Approaches for Individuals,’ we have developed a network of over 2000 schools and counting!⁣ ⁣ What we treasure is not just academic development. We respect the unique characteristics of every child and nurture their confidence and motivation by assisting them in the achievement of their goals. “Think for yourself, decide for yourself, and act for yourself;” we help our students to polish their “自分力” (power of independence) to take on new challenges and decide their path in life without being swayed by the values or judgment of others.⁣ ⁣ We offer a competitive employment package with career advancement opportunities, a fun and supportive teaching environment, and thorough training to ensure success in the role. Hiring year-round, an exciting position teaching awaits you. Be the difference. Come teach with us!