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Preschool/Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher - In Japan Recruitment Only

Abroad International School Sendai (AIS) Branch in Japan is looking for Native English full time early childhood teachers.

We are looking for a homeroom teacher who:

  • Is available from late March, 2019
  • Can work 08.30-17.30 on weekdays
  • Has teaching degree or certificate (preferably early childhood education)
  • Has at least 1 year of teaching experience with 2-6 years age group
  • Has passion and enthusiasm to teach young children
  • Has great creativity in implementing 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, teaching materials and worksheets
  • 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 events and graduation Programs
  • 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
  • Communicate with parents and members of the community

 

*Applicants must currently be residing in Japan

Posted: February 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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LocationSendai, Japan
Start DateApril 2019
Contract Length1-2 years
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher, University Graduate, ESL Instructor
Student LevelEarly Childhood
Monthly SalaryUSD 2300 - 2700
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Apartment in city area close to AIS with basic furniture (initial money and deposit is paid by school and rent is paid by teacher)
  • Personal and sick leave
  • Visa Sponsorship and visa procedure assistance
  • Language support
  • Education discount for dependents (for 1-6-years-olds)

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorEarly Childhood Education. Elementary Education
Additional School Requirements
  • Degree in Education/Early Childhood Education/Nursery (Advantageous)
  • Teaching experience in preschool/ nursery education (Advantageous)
  • Experience working in an international education setting (Advantageous)
  • Experience in IB schools (Advantageous)
  • Currently residing in Japan (Advantageous)