ECC - Teach English in Japan

ECC is an educational services company and one of Japan’s most trusted educators, with a student base of almost 400,000 and a talented team of more than 18,000. The Foreign Language Institute is part of the larger ECC Group, which provides educational services to students of all ages via several specialized divisions. They are one of Japan’s largest, oldest, and most trusted language schools. They have over 400 native English speakers teaching at more than 180 schools throughout Japan. ECC is currently looking for more qualified English teachers to join their team in Japan.

About the position

ECC offers a great work environment, a competitive employment package, top-notch training, and an opportunity to build valuable work and life skills. Their industry-leading curriculum and materials also allow teachers of any experience to deliver fun, engaging, and effective lessons.

• Location: Japan
• Scope: Full-time
• Contract length: Contracts are aligned to finish with their academic year at the end of March and are eligible for renewal. They ask for a commitment of at least 12 months in Japan and completion of the contract year. Some stay for just a contract, but most happily spend a few years and many others make it a career.
• Start date: ECC has potential start dates year-round
• Students: Their students range from pre-school age to retirees. They come with a wide range of backgrounds, study goals, and interests.
• Classes: They offer a wide range of courses to suit all ages and levels. Young learner class sizes are small, up to ten students, and adult classes may have as many as twelve students.
• Teaching schedule: 35-hour work (not including 45-minute daily breaks). Five work days and two rest days fixed across the academic year. Most classes are taught afternoons, evenings, and weekends. A typical seven-hour work day consists of a mixture of classes for both children and adults of various levels and about 5-6 hours of class time.

Benefits

ECC proudly offers one of the industry’s most competitive employment packages. Key points include:

• 270,000 yen gross monthly salary.
• Prior to arrival, ECC will fully sponsor and support your working visa application.
• They’ll also arrange housing to ensure a safe, reliable and convenient place to get your life in Japan off the ground.
• 35-hour work week.
• Five working days and two rest days fixed across the academic semester.
• Annual stipends based on performance criteria, of up to 100 000 yen to start, payable over your first 3 years of employment.
• Travel stipend of 70000 yen for new teachers recruited overseas.
• Work-related transportation within Japan fully reimbursed.
• Generous holiday package.
• Japanese social, health, and pension benefits.
• Comprehensive training and support, including their two-week core training program.
• Free annual medical check

Requirements

To qualify for a position at ECC, you need to be able to meet the following conditions:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution
• Native speaker of English (grade 1 through completion of high school conducted with English as the main language of instruction)
• Valid passport from an English-speaking country or the ability to obtain one
• Able to attend a 1-day recruiting session
• Able to begin work in Japan sometime within the next 3-12 months
• Able to commit to at least one contract year of employment
• Sufficient funds available for relocating to Japan (ECC recommends having at least 200 000 yen available)

How to apply

If you are able to meet ECC's qualification requirements and are located in Japan, please submit your application via their online Application Form. For teachers located outside of Japan, please apply via their local recruitment branches. For more information about ECC, please visit their website: https://eccteachinjapan.com/

ILA — Expat ESL Teacher

ILA Vietnam is one of the largest international language providers in Vietnam, with 25 years of experience in the education industry and a diverse team of 700+ qualified expatriate teachers working at over 60 Language Centres across the country. They are looking for expatriate ESL/EFL Teachers from overseas to join their team in various cities & provinces in Vietnam.

About the position:

At ILA, teachers have the opportunity to teach students across a wide range of age groups and abilities. ILA takes pride in the Training and Support they offer their teachers, giving them the opportunity to develop their teaching skills and advance their career development. They have small class sizes and all the support and resources a teacher could wish for, including centres that are designed, built, and equipped to the highest standards, and dedicated support throughout the Visa & Work Permit application process for our international colleagues. They place a strong emphasis on academic quality, as reflected in their approach to teacher recruitment, development, support, and management. Their teachers also have numerous opportunities to move up the corporate ladder in one of the “Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2022 & 2023” – as awarded by HR Asia. Location: Vietnam — Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Noi, Binh Duong, Bien Hoa, and more*! Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver dynamic and communicative lessons across a range of levels to students to the standards set out in the Teacher Handbook and following the ILA Young Learner syllabus.
• Follow, adapt and supplement the prescribed project lessons and develop strategies to ensure successful academic outcomes.
• Actively link the academic programme with the projects through meaningful activities in the classroom.
• Ensure students receive constructive and positive feedback on any completed work.
• Assist in the placement testing and classroom allocations of all students.
• Undertake essential administrative tasks, such as keeping up-to-date records of work, classroom registers, lesson plans, assessments, etc. as directed by the Centre Manager, Teaching and Learning Manager, or Senior Teacher in accordance with the requirements.
• Share academic materials and resources as needed.
• Carry out any duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Centre Manager, Academic Manager, or Senior Teacher.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of up to 500,000 VND/hour
• Up to 10,000,000 VND Sign-on Bonus (Terms applied)
• Additional hourly teaching supplement at certain ILA locations
• Up to 6 nights’ accommodation on arrival
• Holiday bonus
• Visa & Work permit organized and covered by ILA
• Premium Health Insurance
• Ongoing professional development delivery by experienced Teaching & Learning team
• Rotation/relocation opportunities to gain experience and explore Vietnam with various roles in different locations

Requirements:

• English proficiency level: Native level
• Minimum 3-year Bachelor’s degree
• A recognised qualification in English Language Teaching with a duration of 120+ hours
• Candidates with teaching practice/experience highly preferred. Additionally, to work in Da Nang, Nha Trang and Vung Tau, employment record demonstrating up to 3 years of English teaching experience is compulsory

How to apply:

If you are interested in joining their teaching team of dedicated teachers and are able to meet their requirements, please send them your application via their Online Application Form. Successful candidates will be contacted to discuss their preferred working location. While they will try their best to accommodate your request, vacancies are highly limited — they may have to suggest a working location different from your preferred option(s). For questions about their available positions or their organisation, please reach out to them at teacherrecruitment@ilavietnam.edu.vn

BLS idiomas – English Teaching in Seville, Spain

BLS idiomas is a well-established friendly language centre in Seville, founded in the year 2004 by two Spanish sisters, Eloísa and Sara Llorca. They have almost 20 years of experience in quality language teaching. It is the place for those who want to have a different experience, living and working in an international environment. They are now looking for more English language teachers to join their multicultural team.

About the position

Their desire is to be the centre of excellence for language learning in Seville, enabling students to attain the best results and get them accredited with internationally recognised certificates such as Cambridge English. To achieve this, you’ll combine dynamic, motivating classes with solid exam preparation. They have their own BLS teaching method and a dedicated student follow-up programme. The role includes teacher admin such as reports and attendance records. Location: Seville - Spain. Classes: They offer learning to all levels: children from 3 years, teens and adults, in small groups of up to 10 students. The majority of their classes are taught in person but, they also offer lessons online. Schedule: Normally, classroom teaching is between 4:00 pm-10:00 pm Monday to Thursday.

Benefits

At BLS, they care about their team. You will develop professionally in a warm and supportive environment, and you’ll benefit from ongoing training, both a paid induction and in-service which form part of their professional development programme that is tailored for teachers with varying levels of experience.

• Textbooks and academic guides are provided.
• Teachers have access to their well-stocked library, digital books, and online bank of custom resources
• Salary corresponds to the number of teaching contact hours.
• Guaranteed minimum number of hours and base salary with the possibility of adding more hours (positions with fewer hours also available)
• Legal contract and general health coverage according to Spanish law, plus a medical check
• Fully paid holidays: two-week holiday at Christmas, 1 week at Easter, and several days during the local fair (Feria de Sevilla).
• They also have all official local, regional, and national holidays.
• Christmas and end-of-year celebration.

Requirements

They seek:

• Enthusiastic professionals, people who truly enjoy teaching with the ability to deliver dynamic, fun communicative classes while motivating their students.
• Teachers who have empathy and care about the progress of their individual students.
• Well-prepared classes and strong classroom management skills are essential.

You should have:

• At least one year’s experience teaching and the flexibility to work with, a wide variety of ages
• Knowledge of Cambridge exams (YLE, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE)
• C2 native-level English
• EU passport or Spanish NIE / TIE holder
• University degree
• Recognised TEFL qualification

How to apply

Their recruitment process is open all year long. To become part of BLS idiomas, send your application now by filling out the Online Form. If you have any questions, they can be reached at rrhh@blsidiomas.com

Modulo Language School – Teach English in Thailand

Founded in 2013, Modulo has grown from a single school in Central Plaza Rama 9, to five branches around Bangkok’s bustling city centre. They are currently looking for qualified, enthusiastic, energetic, and eager top-talent English teachers determined to learn, improve, and deliver the absolute best lessons to students of all ages and levels.

About the Position:

• Lessons: 110-130 lessons/month
• Scope: Full-time with a flexible schedule
• Class size: 95%+ of their classes are private one-on-one.
• Student age: All ages (the majority of the students are adults).
• Student level: All levels (A1-C2)
• Class types: All objectives — general communication, business language, academic test prep, etc.
• Contract length: 12 months long and renewable
• Teaching schedule:
  • Teachers must be available to work both weekends and evenings (especially new employees). You will teach lessons until 9 pm on Monday to Friday, which means you must be comfortable working into the evening. Classes finish earlier on weekends, and they don’t start very early either. However, there’s no need to stay at school when not teaching.
  • Modulo is open all year long, except for Thai national holidays, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. That’s a total of 20 days off throughout the year.
  • Teachers may select a light (5 lessons over 7 hours), standard (6 lessons over 8 hours), or heavy (7 lessons over 9 hours) schedule.
  • For those who prefer a more common work-life balance, the standard is 5 working days per week. For those keen to make more, they also offer 6-day working weeks.
  • Teachers receive two consecutive days off, and they are the same days every week.

Training and probation:

• Paid initial training, going through the fundamental skills necessary to be a successful teacher at Modulo.
• A 90-day probation period, with evaluations and sharing of ideas, techniques, and tools.
• Regular observations, with a focus on constructive criticism and ways of improving.

Benefits:

On top of offering a very competitive salary, Modulo is also happy to provide its employees with a great range of additional benefits:

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (any field) or higher.
• TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, or other teaching certificates.
• A keen attitude for improving.
• Currently residing in Bangkok or willing to relocate.

How to Apply:

If you meet their criteria and believe you are a good match for Modulo, please get in touch with their team at hr@modulo.school

More details about this position can be found here.

For more information about Modulo, please visit their website.

EVAS – English Teaching in Vietnam

EVAS is a language school in Vietnam whose mission is to bring the best and most effective English training program to each learner. Their teachers and employees work together to create a learning environment in which they commit to the mission to nurture the future talents and characters of each student, help them believe in themselves, and maximize their potential for success and happiness. EVAS is looking for English teachers with passion and enthusiasm for education that can bring training quality for each student and great contributions to the community.

About the position

Location: Vietnam Teaching schedule: Weekday evening and weekend availability Responsibilities: As an EVAS teacher, you will be responsible for covering all classes assigned in the monthly schedule and working cooperatively with the staff, faculty, and administration of the center.

Benefits

• Competitive salary together with housing and transportation allowance.
• Paid and sponsored working visa, work permit and health care check.
• Offered Lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Friendly and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

The team of instructors at EVAS teaches with enthusiasm and passion, responsibility for each student, happiness accompanying them every day, and seeing them confidently communicate and enjoy learning English.

• Eligible qualifications for work permit application
• University degree
• Teaching certificate — E.g. TESOL, TEFL, etc.
• Criminal background check
• Standard health check
• Passport and valid visa

How to apply

If you'd like to apply for the position, please send your application via their online application form. For more information about EVAS, please visit the website.

US Vietnam Talent International School (UTS) – Secondary ESL Teacher

US Vietnam Talent International School (UTS) is a member of Van Lang Education Group, one of the biggest education groups in Vietnam that offers a holistic education pathway for learners from kindergarten to postgraduate over the last 28 years. Established in 2018, UTS pursues the mission of creating a safe, caring, and creative learning environment that inspires all students to grow their talents and characters, so they become well-rounded lifelong learners and compassionate leaders that contribute to changing the world for the better. They are now seeking Secondary ESL Teachers to join their International Program community, starting August 2025, for Academic year 2025–2026 onwards.

About the position

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering inspiring lessons and promoting a student-centered environment that nurtures UTS‘s 6 Core Values: Integrity, Respect, Courage, Contribution, Lifelong Learning, and Creativity. Location: UTS — Van Lang Complex Campus — Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Job type: International Program Planning and teaching:

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Secondary ESL teaching: Teachers are expected to deliver up to 30 teaching periods per week, plus 2 fixed ECA or Tutorial periods. 40 minutes per period.
• Operational flexibility: Teachers may be asked to adjust their schedules occasionally to meet the needs of the school community, which includes supporting colleagues by covering classes when necessary.
• Lesson planning: Teachers have access to quality resources to support lesson planning and student engagement while allowing flexibility in their approach.
• Non-contact time: Primarily for planning and administrative tasks, with occasional short-term coverage or support for colleagues as needed.

Parent engagement and student wellbeing:

• Attend annual parent-teacher meetings as scheduled.
• Collaborate with local teachers to effectively communicate with parents about academic and social matters, including follow-ups on reports and during parent-teacher meetings.
• Regularly update student progress each quarter in their LMS system.
• Ensure a purposeful and safe learning environment for all students.

Curriculum Revision:

• Give feedback on the school curriculum when necessary.
• Assist in the revision of the school’s syllabi and materials if needed.

Benefits

At UTS, they value the diverse skills and experiences their teachers bring to their community. They offer a competitive salary that reflects each candidate’s qualifications, classroom experience, and specialized skills. Their remuneration approach includes annual pay raises and the potential for additional merit-based increases to reward high performance.

• Work permit, visa/TRC fully sponsored during employment period at UTS.
• Dependent Visa and residency support & assistance.
• Full-time 2 Academic year contracts with renewal opportunities.
• Complimentary lunches provided at the school cafeteria.
• Professional environment & motivating working conditions.
• Career roadmap & comprehensive training programs.
• Up to 22 paid days off (including public holidays and fixed school-designated days) during the academic year.
• 10 days of paid annual or personal leave (accrued monthly)
• Yearly commitment bonus & Yearly Performance bonus.
• Annual pay raise.
• Healthcare & accident insurance package.
• Tuition fee support for children enrolled in UTS.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor/Master university degree in a closely related field.
• Candidates with a PGCE, QTS, or a valid teaching license are strongly preferred.
• Candidates with entry-level certifications may be considered if they are actively working toward obtaining a PGCE, teaching license, or a higher qualification.

Experiences & skills:

• At least two years of relevant teaching experience, ideally in an international or bilingual school environment.
• Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to implement 21st-century learning strategies, differentiated instruction, and educational interventions tailored to diverse student needs.
• Skills in IT, including the creation of interactive presentations (PPTs).
• Fluent in English (minimum C1 level). Non-native teachers must have or obtain an IELTS qualification within the first year.
• Strong teamwork skills, with the capacity to collaborate effectively with colleagues and parents to foster a supportive and productive learning environment.
• Applicants may be required to conduct a live in person demo lesson or submit a sample lesson plan based on provided school materials.

Safeguarding and Student Safety: UTS is committed to maintaining high safeguarding standards and ensuring the welfare of all students in their care and staff who work in the school. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, identity checks, qualification verifications, and clear Enhanced DBS/National Police Background Certificate(s). When applying, provide 3 professional referees, including your most recent line manager, along with their position, name of institution and full contact details with domain email address.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for the position, you can submit your application via their Online Application Form. Equal Opportunities: UTS is an equal opportunities employer that values individuality, diversity, and inclusivity. They welcome applications from appropriately qualified individuals from all backgrounds. They are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment that celebrates the diversity of both staff and students. They foster perseverance, tolerance, and integrity, believing in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, and other personal characteristics. Candidates are assessed against relevant criteria only, such as skills, qualifications, abilities, and experience, in selection and recruitment. They believe that diverse teams are stronger teams, and that inclusivity enhances the sense of belonging and promotes success for both staff and students. For more information about UTS, please visit their website: https://utschool.edu.vn/en/

Little Fox – English Teaching in Korea

Little Fox is an English language school in Korea that specializes in elementary English. They help children improve their English skills with an English fairy tale-based curriculum and a systematic teaching system. Since their start in 2010, they have expanded to more than 60 centers throughout Korea, and have more than 600 active teachers. Little Fox is now looking for more qualified English language teachers.

About the position

Location: Various locations across Korea Contract type: Full Time Students: Each teacher has their own classes and students between the ages of 6-14. Their teachers take full responsibility throughout each semester which allows them to develop lasting relationships with each student.

Benefits

• Monthly salary: Approximately 2,500,000–3,000,000 KRW (depending on experience)
• Overtime Pay: 20,000 KRW / hour
• Pension & Health: Yes (Liable of 50%)
• Severance Payment: Yes
• Vacation Days: 11 Days
• Airfare: One-way
• Housing type: Single (Studio)
• Teaching materials provided: Yes

Note: The specific benefits can vary between positions.

Requirements

• Candidates must hold a passport from the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa. (due to visa requirements)
• Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
  • The degree must come from a university which resides in one of the 7 designated English-speaking countries (USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa).
  • The degree needs to be notarized & apostilled/authenticated.
• Apostilled National Criminal Record Check (CRC)
• Teaching certificate is meriting (TESOL, TEFL, etc.)

How to apply

If you're interested in applying for a teaching position at Little Fox, please check their available teaching positions. If you don't have a preference for a specific location in Korea, you can also submit a general application. For more information about Little Fox, please visit their website.

ALTIA CENTRAL – ALT Teaching Positions in Japan

ALTIA CENTRAL is always looking for great applicants, both in-country and overseas, to join their team of fantastic ALTs. If you would like to live and work in Japan, or make a return to Japan and work with one of the most reputable and successful companies in the ALT industry, then please apply now.

About the position

Working as an ALT is a great opportunity to improve your Japanese language ability, experience and appreciate cultural differences, and most importantly, to be positively involved with the development and well-being of Japanese students. Location: Their contracts are largely based in central Japan, mostly in Aichi, Gifu, and Shizuoka prefectures; with a strong presence in Okayama and Hiroshima; a number of contracts in Shiga, Mie, Nagano, and Fukui; as well as a limited number of positions in Osaka, Kyoto and the greater Kansai area. If you are focused on going to Osaka and Osaka only, they will most likely not be able to help you out. Please note that they do not have anything in the greater Tokyo Area. Scope: Full Time Students: Positions may include Junior high, elementary schools and kindergarten Driving may be required Duties: An ALT’s work in public schools centers around creating positive interactions with the students both inside and outside the classroom and helping to provide enjoyable and energetic lessons. ALTs also develop and maintain a positive and supportive professional relationship with Japanese teachers by assisting with various tasks during the school year. ALTs will experience prolonged periods of standing, walking, and stair climbing. ALTs will also be encouraged to perform high energy movements such as running and playing with students. To help you find success in this role, their ALTs are frequently evaluated throughout the year based on their lesson’s clarity, how supportive they are, and the overall atmosphere they help to create in the classroom. Altia is dedicated to helping their ALTs grow and improve for their future success by offering ongoing advice, feedback, and more.

Benefits

Altia wants to support your growth and development to become a great ALT. The skills and experiences you will gain with them, will greatly benefit you in various ways for your future career.

• Yearly salary + annual bonus: ¥3,000,000 (¥240,000 per month)
• Full salary every month, no prorated months, paid on-time every time
• Outstanding and reliable support from Supervisors and staff
• Comprehensive benefits package with paid Annual Leave days
• Housing support: They pay key money and deposit for company sponsored apartments so you don’t have to
• Reimbursements: public transportation, bicycle, and more
• Driving support: They pay for the car lease and offer a variety of driving plans to suit your needs (up to and including fully paid plans where they pay gas, insurance, maintenance, etc.), and more
• Industry-leading training: tailored to your needs, taught by highly skilled trainers, hands-on, ongoing year-round, and professional development for your future career
• Resources and materials: Access to top-quality educational resources anytime through our members website including storyboards, flashcards, songs, example lesson plans and more
• Visa Sponsorship
• Health Insurance: Shakai Hoken (includes health and pension) or Kokumin Hoken, depending on placement

Requirements

• Native English speaker
• Visa requirements: have completed at least 12 years of their education having been conducted entirely in English, or have a passport and be from a country that Japanese Immigration considers as a Native English speaking country.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher)
• Engaging, enthusiastic, and motivated to provide a positive communicative experience for students
• Flexible, culturally sensitive, and eager to live in Japan for a minimum of one year
• Previous teaching experience ranging from ALT to ESL tutoring within Japan or in other countries
• Must have at least a basic level of Japanese with a conversational level being strongly preferred
• Previous time spent studying or working in Japan is preferred
• As many ALT positions do require driving, applicants who can or would be able to drive in Japan on either a Japanese license or International Driving Permit are preferred
• Successful applicants will need to be available for a full 4-day Orientation/Training session before starting in school.

How to apply

To apply for an ALT position with ALTIA CENTRAL, please send the following documentation to the ALTIA CENTRAL Recruiting Department or attach them to their Direct Online Application:

• A Cover/Personal Introduction Letter
• An Updated Resume or C.V.
• A Recent Photo
• 1 or 2 Reference/Recommendation Letters
• And, for overseas applicants, please include a short essay on why you want to live and teach in Japan and what you feel the responsibilities of an ALT would be.

Please note, they will only contact applicants who pass their initial screening process. If all your documentation is in order and Altia is interested in considering you for an interview, their Recruiting Manager will contact you with a questionnaire about where you may like to work, what level of students you wish to teach, what your spoken Japanese is like, and few other basics to get a better idea of how feasible and beneficial an interview might be for both of you. Those that pass their subsequent screening questionnaire will then be invited to an interview. One Application Only: Please submit only one application. There is no need to apply to multiple job ads or via different sources at the same time — all applications end up being reviewed by the same few people. For more information about this opportunity, please visit ALTIA's website.

Westgate — Teach at University in Japan

Westgate Corporation, founded in 1983, plays a major role in university education in Japan. Students are able to enhance their English communication skills, while taking part in a rewarding cultural exchange that broadens their perspectives on the world. Westgate is now accepting applications for teaching positions in its University Program. Applicants from overseas and inside Japan are both welcome to apply.

About the position

Westgate is seeking highly motivated educators to teach English at universities in Japan. This unique opportunity is for bright teachers eager to enrich their teaching skills while realizing the dream of exploring a foreign country. Location: Japan — Kanto Region (Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba Prefectures) and Aichi Prefecture (in and around Nagoya city) Position: University English Language Instructor — Classroom-based position Student ages: 18 years and up Contract period: From early or mid-September to mid-December or late January Teaching schedule:

• Working days at their client campuses vary depending on the assignment (e.g. 8:50am-5:50pm, 9:00am-6:30pm, 11:00am-8:00pm, or similar).
• They can only offer positions which cover the full Monday-Friday working week, i.e., there are no positions for those who are only available for certain hours or on certain days of the week.
• On some courses, instructors teach between five and seven 40-minute or 45-minute lessons in a typical day. On other courses, instructors teach two or three 90-minute or 100-minute lessons in a typical day.

Benefits

Compensation: Starting from ¥275,000 per month (Starting from ¥260,000 per month for those with less than 499 hours of classroom teaching experience and a teaching certificate or credentials/qualifications) *Note: Compensation is based on an hourly rate of pay. Exact monthly earnings fluctuate, but over the course of a contract period average out to the figures listed above. Other benefits:

• Assistance with arranging accommodation
• Flight reimbursement
• Medical Insurance
• Employment Insurance
• Workers' Compensation Insurance
• Help with finding accommodation
• Working visa sponsorship is available
• Renewable contract

Requirements

University graduates with a bachelor's and/or more advanced degree, plus one of the following:

• a) EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience along with EFL/ESL teaching certificate and/or elementary/primary/secondary teaching credentials/qualifications.
• b) 1000+ hours of actual EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching certificate or credentials/qualifications.
• * No Japanese language ability is required.
• * Non-EFL/ESL teaching experience may be considered.

Technical requirements:

Instructors will need to use their own computers to work and teach during their employment with Westgate. Occasionally, they are required to bring their own laptop to the campus. In order for instructors to be able to work smoothly through Westgate’s IT system, the following hardware requirements would need to be met:

• CPU: Intel Core i5 or higher; Apple M1 Chip or higher
• Memory: 8GB or higher
• Internet speed: 10Mbps or faster with a stable connection
• Operating System: • Microsoft Windows 11(Home or Pro) Version 23H2 or newer; Apple macOS Sonoma 14.7.5 or newer.
• * Official support for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025. The use of Windows 10 will therefore not be permitted by Westgate from the beginning of the Fall 2025 term (i.e. from August/September) due to security concerns. (Instructors who use another OS would need to check with Westgate for confirmation about whether that OS is acceptable or not.)
• Browser: Microsoft Edge; Google Chrome latest version; Apple Safari 18 or newer
• Valid and active anti-virus software
• Web camera and microphone
• Adobe Acrobat Reader DC

Instructors must agree to install applications that are required by Westgate. If an applicant does not meet the requirements above, Westgate may not be able to make a hiring decision.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying to Westgate's program, please read the "Application Information for the Fall 2025 Term" on their website for more details and fill out their Online Application Form. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to them via their contact form, or via email: recruitment_contact@westgate.co.jp You can also find more information about their programs and policies on their website.

Westgate — Young Learners & Secondary School Positions in Japan Fall 25 Term

Westgate is accepting applications from overseas and from inside Japan for the in-class teaching positions of their Young Learners English Program, and Secondary School English Program.

About the Young Learners and the Secondary School English Programs

In the Young Learners and the Secondary School English Programs, Westgate entrusts you with the responsibility of being the sole instructor in the classroom. You have an opportunity to create a nurturing study environment for students at the beginning of their journey into English. It's an exciting challenge that immerses you in the Japanese school system while expanding your teaching skills. Location: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture Contract:

• Year-long: From mid-August to mid-August of the following year
• Term-based: From mid-August to late March

In lessons on both the Young Learners and Secondary School English Programs, the Westgate instructor is the sole instructor in the classroom (i.e. these are not ALT positions). Class Size: Approximately 15-20 students Students: Teaching students ages 7 through 18. Teaching schedule: They can only offer positions which cover the full Monday-Friday working week, i.e., there are no positions for those who are only available for certain hours or on certain days of the week. Working days at their client schools start at 8:00am and finish between 4:30pm and 5:00pm.

• Instructors on the Young Learners English Program typically teach up to ten 20-minute lessons per day.
• Instructors on the Secondary School English Program typically teach up to six 50-minute lessons per day.

Benefits

Westgate offers the following benefits to their teachers:

• Compensastion:
  • Young Learners English Program: Starting from ¥300,000 per month
  • Secondary School English Program: Starting from ¥290,000 per month

*Note: Compensation is based on an hourly rate of pay. Exact monthly earnings fluctuate but over the course of a contract period average out to the figures listed above.

• Flight reimbursement
• Medical insurance
• Employment insurance
• Workers' compensation insurance
• Assistance finding accommodation
• Visa sponsorship

Requirements

Qualification requirements

• University graduate with a bachelor's and/or more advanced degree and one of the following:
  • 500+ hours of actual EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience along with EFL/ESL teaching certificate and/or elementary/primary/secondary teaching credentials/qualifications
  • 1000+ hours of actual EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching certificate or credentials/qualifications
• Some classroom teaching experience with young learners (for Young Learners positions)
• No Japanese language ability is required.
• Non-EFL/ESL teaching experience may be considered.

Technical requirements:

Instructors will need to use their own computers to work and teach during their employment with Westgate. Occasionally, they are required to bring their own laptop to the campus. In order for instructors to be able to work smoothly through Westgate’s IT system, the following hardware requirements would need to be met:

• CPU: Intel Core i5 or higher; Apple M1 Chip or higher
• Memory: 8GB or higher
• Internet speed: 10Mbps or faster with a stable connection
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11(Home or Pro) Version 23H2 or newer; Apple macOS Sonoma 14.7.5 or newer. Official support for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025. The use of Windows 10 will therefore not be permitted by Westgate from the beginning of the Fall 2025 term (i.e. from August/September) due to security concerns. (Instructors who use another OS would need to check with us for confirmation about whether that OS is acceptable or not.)
• Browser: Microsoft Edge; Google Chrome latest version; Apple Safari 18 or newer
• Valid and active anti-virus software
• Web camera and microphone
• Adobe Acrobat Reader DC

Instructors must agree to install applications that are required by Westgate.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying to their program, please register on their website and submit your application. If an applicant does not meet the requirements above, Westgate may not be able to make a hiring decision. For more information about the Fall 2025 Term, please visit their website.