Peppy Kids Club – Teach English in Japan

iTTTi Japan’s Peppy Kids Club is one of the largest providers of children’s English language instruction in Japan, with classrooms located all across the nation, from Hokkaido to Okinawa. With more than 120,000 student enrollments since its founding in 1989, and a team of 1,800 Japanese English teachers and 500 teachers from overseas, they are dedicated to educating the children of Japan and sparking a lifelong interest in the English language and the global community. Peppy Kids Club is now looking for more highly enthusiastic people who enjoy working with children and teaching English.

About the position

Peppy Kids Club's students receive weekly English instruction from both Japanese and Foreign teachers in a fun and interactive learning environment. Their syllabus is designed in collaboration with academic experts and their classrooms are well stocked with textbooks and teaching supplies that are produced by the company.

• Location: Various locations across Japan. While they take location requests into consideration, placement locations are not guaranteed.
• Contract: Contract terms are between 12 and 13 months. Teachers who perform well are given the option to renew.
• Teaching hours: Their foreign teachers are assigned to 4 different classrooms each month, spending a week at each classroom location. Each lesson is 1 hour long and teachers teach 3 to 4 lessons per day, 5 days per week on average. Lessons are typically scheduled in mid-afternoon and evenings.
• Student ages: Most of the students are between 2 and 17 years old.
• Class size: Classes can have up to 15 students in them. The average class size is 6-10 students.
• Responsibilities:
  • Teachers teach independently, without the assistance of other staff in the classroom, and they are responsible for the welfare of the students from the time they arrive at the classroom until the time they are picked-up by guardians.
  • The lessons are conducted entirely in English – Peppy Kids Club does not use Japanese in the classroom.
  • The lessons are filled with activities, such as singing, dancing, and games. Working with children, while stimulating and rewarding, is also physically and mentally demanding.
  • In addition to their standard lessons, the company initiates new lesson programs from time to time.  Some teachers are asked to help with these projects.
  • Teachers may be asked to participate in public events designed for student enrollment.
• Teaching materials: Their syllabus is designed in collaboration with academic experts, and their classrooms are well stocked with textbooks and teaching supplies that are produced by the company.

Benefits

• Monthly salary: ¥240,000 (for teachers with full-time work permits)
• Annual Bonus:
  • Up to ¥80,000 for 1st year teachers
  • Up to ¥130,000 for 2nd year teachers
• Commuting expenses: Daily commuting expenses are fully reimbursed
• Paid vacations: 10 paid vacation days for 1st year teachers (increases with length of service)
• Medical insurance: Employees will be enrolled onto Company Insurance (shakai hoken) which includes health insurance and Japanese pension contributions.
• New teacher training: All new teachers receive 2 full weeks of comprehensive training before moving to their assigned locations where they will spend the remainder of their contract term. During training, teachers learn about the Peppy Kids Club syllabus and working with children as well as receiving orientation about living in Japan. The training session is a combination of seminars, workshops and practical teaching (trainees take part in actual lessons). Their trainers are dedicated to ensuring that trainees are confident and ready to teach after the completion of training.
• Accommodation: Teachers have the option of renting an apartment from the company.
• Support: They are committed to supporting their teachers and helping them excel during their time at Peppy Kids Club. Teachers will receive help with opening a bank account, getting a telephone, setting-up apartment utilities, and becoming familiar with local amenities.

Requirements

They are looking for highly enthusiastic people who will enjoy working with children and teaching them English. They also want people who are able to work independently and meet the challenges of living in a foreign country.

• All of their foreign teachers must have complete control of the English language, and therefore they focus on native English-speaking candidates.
• All company employees must be legally eligible to work in Japan. Successful applicants who require Japanese working status may apply for a company sponsored Working Visa (Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services). The minimum requirement for this visa is a degree from a recognized university (or similar qualifications). Applicants who are eligible for other types of visas will be considered.
• While they prefer applicants who have experience working with children, formal teaching qualifications or previous experience is not required.
• As part of the employment screening process, applicants will be asked to provide a criminal background check and a note from a physician confirming their good health. Applicants will be responsible for any processing fees.
• Successful applicants must take an x-ray exam to screen for tuberculosis. Applicants will be responsible for any related fees.

To learn more about work eligibility in Japan, please feel free to contact one of their representatives or visit the Japanese Immigration Bureau's website at https://www.isa.go.jp/en.

How to apply

If you wish to teach in Japan with Peppy Kids Club, please submit your application via their online submission form. For more information about teaching at Peppy Kids Club, please read their Summary of Working Conditions, and visit their website.

AtoZ – Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) Positions in Japan

Established in 1981, AtoZ is proud to be more than just a dispatch service—they are a premier English education institution with a broad impact. By joining AtoZ, you'll be part of a dedicated team that shapes the future of English education across multiple settings. AtoZ believes that teaching is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to professional and personal growth. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re an experienced educator, they offer a range of opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career in education or beyond. From tailored training programs and mentorship to leadership opportunities, they are committed to helping you reach your full potential. If you wish to bring a life-changing impact to learners in Japan and see them develop their future, join AtoZ to make a difference.

About the position

Location: Nagano prefecture, Japan (Scope of change: All workplaces within and outside Nagano Prefecture, as well as all other areas where dispatched workers are assigned.) Employment type: Dispatch — Their public education team places Assistant Language Teachers (ALTS) in schools in Nagano and surrounding areas, while their private education team runs language schools, international schools, and corporate training programs. Scope: Full-time Duties:

• Preparing and performing English classes
• Being a cultural ambassador
• Team teaching with Japanese teachers
• Meetings and regular training

*Scope of change: The range of job positions they handle in-house and those handled through dispatch Working days/Hours:

• Monday – Friday 8:15 – 16:45
• Break: 12:45 – 13:30

*working hours may vary.

Benefits

• Remuneration: 2.5M ~ 3.0M/year. Extra teaching opportunities available for those who wish to expand their teaching experience and they are paid in addition to the annual income listed above.
• Days off: Saturdays, Sundays, National holidays, School holidays (fully paid summer vacation)
• Leave: 10 days after continuous employment period. Some days may be available before 6 months.
• Raise: Considered when contract is renewed
• Comprehensive training: Receive top-notch training to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for success in the classroom and beyond.
• Ongoing support: Benefit from dedicated support throughout your journey, ensuring you feel confident and prepared in your role.
• Career opportunities: Explore diverse career paths within their organization, including public education, private language schools, international schools, and corporate training programs.
• Experience real Japan: Immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture and daily life, creating lasting memories and deep connections.
• Community contribution: Make a meaningful impact on local communities by contributing to the educational development of students across Japan.

Requirements

Successful candidate must:

• Hold a bachelor degree or greater
• Be able to speak conversational Japanese
• Be able to legally drive in Japan

Recommended:

• TESOL/TEFL certificate
• Experience in teaching in Japan

How to apply

If you are interested in this position and meet their requirements, please submit your application via their online application form. Recruitment process:

• 1st interview for the successful (online):
  • * Reference check
  • * Aptitude test
• 2nd interview — Mock lesson test (online or in person)
• Background check (criminal record)
• Job offer for successful applicants

(Please note that all successful applicants may be subject to a drugs test and criminal background check.) For more information about AtoZ, please visit their website.

Speakingathome — Online English Teaching

Speakingathome is an online English language school specializing in teaching and improving both written and spoken English through English conversation lessons by Teams. They are a young and dynamic school that believes in the advantages that technology offers to teach language. They are looking for more teachers to join their teaching team.

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration for each lesson.
• Teleworking - Teaching English from wherever you are.
• Flexible schedule - You choose your availability within a minimum number of hours each week.
• Stable job - Compatible with your social life, other jobs, and even with your studies.
• Good job environment - Active students with an appetite for learning.

Requirements:

• A passion for teaching English, and the ability to transfer that passion to your students.
• You need to be a native-English speaker with an academic record.
• You need to have previous experience teaching English.
• Strong commitment and responsibility for the job.
• You need to have good verbal skills, and be creative and open-minded.
• You need to own a personal computer and to have a good Internet connection.

Qualifications that will especially be considered:

• TESOL/TEFL certificate
• CELTA
• Bilingualism and experience learning languages.
• Experience living in other countries.

How to apply:

If you are interested and meet their requirements, please submit your application via their online Submission Form. For more information about Speakingathome, please visit their website.

LatinHire – Online English Tutor

Established in 2003, LatinHire is a leading volume staffing company in the education sector, serving EdTech startups and established companies with medium and large operations involving subject-matter experts (SMEs). They are now seeking tutors who are not only knowledgeable, but also passionate about sharing their expertise with students.

About the position:

Whether you’re a college student, a retired professional, someone seeking supplementary income, or a work-at-home parent, your passion for teaching could make you a perfect candidate for this role.

• Location: Online
• Scope: This can be a full-time job or a second stream of income, as you can choose your own work schedule.
• Students: Adults and children across Latin America.
• Teaching schedule: Classes are available 24/7 with huge flexibility in dropping and picking up shifts.

Whether you’re a college student, a retired professional, someone seeking supplementary income, or a work-at-home parent, your passion for teaching could make you a perfect candidate for this role.

Benefits

• Compensation varies based on the project. Applicants are invited first to the highest paying project that matches their profile. The invitation includes detailed information on the pay structure of that project.
• Huge flexibility in dropping and picking up shifts.
• Only a white backdrop, Zoom and Adobe Reader are required. (No need for props or pretty backgrounds.)
• No need to build up a student base, as shifts are assigned based on teacher availability.
• Students are randomly distributed. (You’ll be teaching different students in each class.).
• All teaching materials are provided. (No prep work necessary.)
• Get paid even if students don’t show up to class. (Also get paid for breaks between classes.)
• Paid training and frequent bonuses.
• Ongoing personal development through optional training.
• Very helpful feedback on your teaching from lead teachers.
• 24/7 support available if you need help during class.
• Connect with a close community of teachers on Slack.
• Many payment methods are available depending on the country you’re in.

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• Native English speaker with a neutral accent.
• Elementary level of Spanish or Portuguese (CEFR A2).
• A college/university degree (may be in progress) or TEFL certificate.
• One year of group teaching experience.
• Min. 10 hours of availability per week.
• Have a solid-colored wall (for background)
• A laptop/computer
• Good Wi-Fi
• A microphone and webcam

How to apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet their requirements, please submit your application via their online form. Or reach out to them at teach@latinhire.com for more information.

Organic Education – Online English/Subject Teacher

Organic Education, Inc. is an online education company dedicated to matching great students with great teachers to provide high-quality instruction in English. Their teachers use authentic materials, such as storybooks, movies, and novels, to teach motivated youngsters from China. Organic Education is currently looking for enthusiastic, passionate, and reliable teachers who have experience teaching subjects:

1. Science
2. Social Studies
3. Test Preparation – IELTS, CELTA, TESOL, PET, and FCE
4. Language Arts, with a focus on Writing Skills

About the position

Location: Online — As long as you have good internet, a quiet place, and a computer, you can teach from anywhere! Students: One or two students from ages six to twelve. Teaching schedule: Flexible teaching schedule as long as you are available for at least 10 hours/week. Choose to work part-time or full-time. Class length: Classes are 60 or 30 minutes long, depending on the age of the students. Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons to students of all ages. Teachers should be able to build rapport with the kids in order to provide a stress-free learning environment.
• Teachers are responsible for their own lesson plans. Organic Education provides the materials, access to their resource library, lesson templates and examples. Teachers create and deliver their lessons in PowerPoint format.
• Provide brief but regular feedback to parents regarding student progress and material covered

Their teachers use authentic materials, such as storybooks, movies, and novels, to teach motivated youngsters from China.

Benefits

Organic Education is committed to fostering their growth, providing ongoing professional development, and creating a supportive environment where they can thrive and make a lasting impact on students’ lives.

• Hourly rate starts at $32.50CAD/class taught. Base pay is in Canadian dollars. After 6 months, pay will increase to $33.50/hour. After 12 months, pay will increase to $34.50 CAD/teaching hour. After 12 months, teachers will also be eligible for annual performance bonuses. Teachers are paid monthly by WISE.
• They also pay for trial classes.
• Training, resources, and regular feedback.
• A supportive working environment, regular paid workshops.

Requirements

• Native speaker with bachelor’s degree and TESOL certification or higher.
• Experienced teaching young students, from ages 6-12
• Be able to teach a minimum 10 hours per week. Preference is given to teachers with greater availability.
• Available to teach between 6pm and 9 pm during the week and between 8am and 8pm on weekend (China Standard Time).
• High speed internet connection, quiet place to teach, good quality webcam and microphone/headset.
• Interested in ELL and language arts pedagogy, willingness to share ideas, and always striving to improve as a teacher.

How to apply

If you are interested in this position and meet the requirements, please email your resume, cover letter, and other relevant materials to: recruitment@organiceducation.ca For more information about Organic Education, please visit their website.

Speexx – Online English Language Trainer

Speexx is a leading provider of award-winning cloud-based online language training and testing solutions for a global workplace. They help large organizations everywhere drive productivity by empowering employee communication skills across borders. Speexx is now looking for more online English language trainers.

About the Position:

• Location: Online (Remote)
• Scope: Minimum 25 hours per month
• Classes: 1:1 and group language training sessions

As a freelance online English Language Trainer with Speexx, you'll be part of an international team that cares! You will be able to immediately make a difference in the lives of adult learners who come from some of the biggest companies in the world by outfitting them with the tools they need to communicate effectively in the workplace. You will provide virtual 1:1 and group language training sessions via their platform and will be able to develop and broaden your teaching skills as opportunities arise within the Speexx global network.

Benefits:

• Be part of an international team! Full integration into their global community of coaches, who care!
• Work from anywhere and whenever you want 24/7! 100% remote and 100% autonomy over your work schedule.
• Full access to their trainer Academy with loads of professional development content.
• Work made easy: Google Calendar integration allows you to sync the Speexx calendar with your other freelancing calendars!
• All teaching materials and content are provided.
• Free language courses for you and discounts for family and friends!
• Paid initial and future training.
• Paid and fair cancellation policies.
• A variety of teaching services and/or pedagogical work to maximize your earnings.

Requirements:

Speexx is looking for candidates who can answer “Yes!” to ALL of the following questions:

• Are you a proficient speaker (CEFR C2) of English?
• Have you earned a TEFL, TESOL certificate? (120 hours minimum)
• Do you currently teach English online and have experience teaching adults?
• Do you speak a 2nd language at a CEFR B2 level or higher? (You will be asked to complete a level test to confirm your level)
• Have you earned a Bachelor's degree or higher?
• Can you offer a minimum of 25 hours of availability per month?
• Do you meet the technical requirements (see below)?

Technical requirements: To ensure both you and your clients/users will have an optimal online coaching experience, please check that your specifications meet the following requirements before continuing with your application:

• RAM: Min 8 GB
• Latest version of Windows or MAC OS
• CPU score: min. 1300 Multi-Core
• Minimum bandwidth 30 MBit/s download and 10 MBit/s upload
• Ethernet connection
• Latest Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari browsers
• Age of machine: MAC not older than 2018; PC not older than 2020
• Speexx Real Time Communication tool (RTC): Compatibility
• Android (8.0 and later) iOS (15 or later)

For more details on how to confirm that you meet the technical requirements, please visit their website.

How to Apply:

Application process:

• Speexx gets back to all candidates who complete the Application Form.
• Completing the Application Form should take approximately 15 minutes.
• You will be asked to upload a C.V. and a cover letter, and teaching certificate.
• You will be asked to verify that you are tax compliant in the country of your residence.
• You will be asked to verify that you meet the Technical Specifications for the position.
• As a final step on the Application Form, they ask you to provide them with a link to a 1-2 minute introductory video highlighting how your teaching efforts have made a difference in the professional lives of your students.

If you meet the qualification requirements listed above and wish to apply, please submit your application via their online application form. For more information about Speexx, please visit their website.