JOYTALK is now accepting applications for an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced ALT to assist in the daily coordination of our teachers working in Japanese public junior high schools and elementary schools as well as continuing to teach some smaller classes at our private foreign language schools. The position is based out of our head office in Sakura City, Tochigi Prefecture and starts when the right applicant is found.
Applicants should be native speakers of English, have a university degree, be willing to commit to a term longer than the usual ALT contract, enjoy working with children, have approximately a business level of spoken Japanese, have at least three years ALT experience at elementary school and junior high school, be willing to lead a group of people if necessary and must be a team player. A Japanese driver’s license is also essential. Applicants would also be highly regarded if they hold education qualifications.
Joytalk has been recruiting foreign staff for more than 27 years. We pride ourselves on providing quality and personal assistance to our foreign language staff. We provide visa sponsorship, paid holidays, discounted car rental, rental accommodation for our teachers if necessary and provide 24 hour support or assistance in other areas where needed. We also provide on-going teacher training with workshops held a number of times throughout the year, including prior to the start of the assignment and reimbursement for work transportation costs.
The position has the potential for long-term professional growth but requires some flexibility with working hours and this can be negotiated. The salary depends on qualifications, experience and Japanese language skills and as such will range between 230,000 and 260,000 yen per month, not including transportation reimbursement.
Applicants must be available for an interview at our head office in Sakura City, Tochigi. Please submit your resume along with photo and cover letter for prompt assessment.
