Job Details
Job No, 1082
Our school, a private English school for children, is seeking a full-time teacher who will be available from September 2026.
*The position begins after the training period.
*We are seeking a responsible, flexible, and creative teacher.
About us:
Our school is a private English school for children aged 4 to 18. We have about 270 students in total, with a maximum of 14 students per class. Our students attend a 1.5-hour lesson once a week. Classes are shared by one native English full-time teacher and two Japanese full-time teachers. We teach communicative English, utilizing coursebooks tailored to the students' levels. Our goal is to make learning English fun. In addition, by using supplementary materials, we aim to foster our students' creativity and self-expression. Special events include week-long Halloween and Christmas parties, a 3-day summer school trip, and an English card game tournament.
Working hours:
3:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Holidays include Saturdays, Sundays, and Japanese national holidays, along with four weeks of paid vacation per year.
Accommodation:
Fully furnished, one-bedroom apartment (DK) with a separate bath and toilet. It is located 5 minutes by bicycle or a 10-minute walk from the school.
*The rent is 80,000 yen, with 50% subsidized by the school (your cost: 40,000 yen).
Location:
Our school is located in Hanno, Saitama, Japan. Hanno is about an hour's train ride from central Tokyo. It is a pleasant Japanese suburb with a lower cost of living compared to central Tokyo. The area is surrounded by beautiful nature and features traditional Japanese sights.
Requirements:
BA required. TESL/TEFL/CELTA certification or teaching experience preferred.
Other:
Teacher training will be provided.
Visa sponsorship is available for the right applicant.
Applications should include: Cover letter, CV/resume, and a photo.
Application deadline: August 20, 2026
*Only applicants who pass the initial screening will be contacted via email.
| Location | |
| Area | Saitama |
| Closest Station(s) | Higashi Hanno stn, Hanno stn |
| Train Line(s) | Seibu Chichibu line, Ikebukuro line |
| Conditions | |
| Language to Teach |
English |
| Contract Type |
Full |
| Salary | 270,000 yen/month |
| Transportation Fee |
Paid |
| Social Insurance |
No |
| Contract Term | Renewable 2 year contract / 3 % raise in the third year if the contract is renewed |
| Accommodation | Fully furnished, one bedroom, a dining- kitchen, a bath with a bathtub and a separate toilet, 5 minutes by bike, 10 minutes walking to the school. *Accommodation fee is 80,000 yen but 50% of it is subsidized by the school. |
| Working Days & Hours | 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm through Monday to Friday |
| Start Date | September 1, 2026 |
| Probation Period | 1-month |
| Training |
Yes (paid) |
| Holiday | Holidays are Saturdays, Sundays, Japanese national holidays |
| Paid Holiday | Four weeks paid vacation per year: Summer one week, Winter 2 weeks, Spring 1 week |
| Class Infomation | |
| Student Age |
Toddlers(3-5 years old) Children / Preteen(6-12 years old) Teenagers(10-19 years old) |
| Job Description | Full time English teacher for children and teenagers | School info |
| School Type |
ESL School |
| Year Founded | 1997 |
| Number of Teachers | 6 | Requirements |
| Educational Background | Graduated
Undergraduate
School |
| Experience | |
| Teaching Certificate |
Not Required |
| Japanese Ability |
Beginner |
| Visa |
Student Spouse of Japanese National Child of Japanese National & Japanese Permanent Resident Working |
| Visa Sponsorship |
Yes |
| Driver's License (valid in Japan) |
Not Required |
Interview |
| Interview Method |
Skype Interview |
| Transportation Fee Paid |
No |
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