[September Start] ALT Positions in Hakodate City, Hokkaido

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Job Requirements

ALTs should be motivated, enthusiastic, professional and proactive in communicating with others. Successful applicants must also meet the following criteria:

🔺 Already be living in Japan and hold a valid visa permitting work

🔺 Be a university graduate

🔺 Have conversational Japanese skills and be comfortable talking with teachers and staff

🔺 Have native-level English proficiency with natural phonetic fluency and a minimum of 12 years of education where the main language of instruction in all classes was English

🔺 Are in good health and able to commit and complete the contract period (until March 2025)

🔺 Highly motivated, outgoing and friendly; able to proactively share ideas and communicate fully with other teachers

🔺 Hold a valid Japanese Driver's License or International Driving Permit (IDP) and able to drive a car in Japan. *Support will be provided for those who do not own a vehicle.

 

【Preferred】

Candidates with the following will be given priority:

🔺 Have prior ALT experience

 

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Job Description

【Be an Assistant Language Teacher in Hokkaido!】

Borderlink, Inc. is now hiring Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) for Hakodate City, Hokkaido. These positions start from September, but you can apply now and secure one in advance. If you are looking to relocate to a nearby area commutable to the Hakodate area, we can assist you.

Nestled at the southern tip of Hokkaido, Hakodate City is a hidden gem blending natural beauty, historical charm, and modern convenience. Explore the historic Motomachi district with its Western-style buildings. Cobblestone streets and picturesque churches transport you to a different era, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Visit the Hakodate Morning Market for fresh seafood like succulent crab and mouth-watering sashimi, all amidst a lively atmosphere. Hakodate is also an ideal place to live, boasting efficient public transportation, excellent healthcare, and top-notch educational institutions, making it ideal for families, professionals, and retirees. The community is welcoming, and the pace of life is relaxed, offering a perfect balance between work and leisure.

Whether you're drawn by its scenic beauty, rich history, or high quality of life, Hakodate has something for everyone. Discover why so many fall in love with this charming city—it might just be your next adventure or new place to call home.

 

【Position Details】

Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) work alongside Japanese teachers to make English lessons fun and engaging for the students. Practicing grammar and vocabulary, participating in games and activities to reinforce the lesson’s goals and communicating with students both inside and outside of the classroom are all part of a day’s work for ALTs.

⚫ Contract period: September 2nd, 2024 to March 31st, 2025

⚫ Contract type: Full-Time

⚫ Level: Elementary schools, junior high schools and/or high schools

⚫ General working hours: Shift between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

⚫ Salary range: Between 240,000 to 270,000 yen / month

⚫ Benefits: Social Insurance, paid holidays (as stipulated by the contract)

 

Benefits

🔷 Assistance with visa sponsorship/renewal (where applicable)

🔷 Continual Paid Training (both before starting and annually during your time with us)

🔷 Access to teaching materials including worksheets and flashcards

🔷 Help with relocation & finding housing if you’re looking to move

🔷 Round-the-clock support for your work/life needs

🔷 Successful candidates are given priority for future positions (based on evaluation)

🔷 Prior to starting, ALTs will be provided a yearly calendar of working days which will help manage their other commitments

 

【Apply Today!】

We are accepting applications now! Please apply directly to this job post. We screen every application ourselves and conduct online interviews regularly throughout the week. Applicants from all over Japan are welcome, and we can provide help finding housing to those looking to move.

Borderlink is the fastest-growing ALT dispatch company in Japan, and as we grow we seek to revolutionize not only the way English is taught, but the way ALTs are supported. We’re waiting to hear from you, so please apply today! And thank you for your interest in working with Borderlink.

*Please note that as we receive a high number of applicants, only those who meet all necessary requirements and pass the initial screening will be contacted for an interview.

*If you previously worked with Borderlink, your application process can be expedited after evaluation.

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