English Instructor for Hospitality Professionals

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of teaching experience, preferably in Business English or ESL.
• Familiarity with the hospitality industry or experience teaching hospitality staff is highly preferred.
• Ability to independently manage lesson preparation and course delivery, as this is a dispatch position where instructors are expected to take ownership of the course.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with students and tailor lessons to their specific needs.
• Availability on the specified days and times for the duration of the course.
• Commitment to the full term of the position, potentially until March 2025.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and reliable Business English Instructor to teach hotel staff in Tokyo. The ideal candidate will:

• Embrace and implement interactive teaching methodologies tailored to the needs of hospitality professionals.
• Customize and deliver lessons that help improve students' business English communication skills, specifically in roles such as front desk, concierge, and dining services.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adapting to various professional roles in the hotel.
• Be available to start in October 2024 and commit through at least the end of March 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently create and conduct engaging lesson plans for hotel staff.
• Take responsibility for preparing and managing the course content, ensuring all lessons are aligned with the students’ roles and needs.
• Foster a positive and practical learning environment that boosts students' confidence in handling customer-facing situations.
• Collaborate with hotel management as needed to ensure the course is meeting the objectives.
• Participate in a short online training session to ensure preparedness for the lessons.

Support and Development:

• Be part of a professional team committed to continuous improvement.
• Receive preparatory training and ongoing support as needed.
• Access opportunities for professional growth and future teaching engagements.

Employment Details:

Working Hours:

• Course 1: Thursdays, 3:30 - 5:00 PM. This course consists of two separate one-on-one lessons (45 minutes each / total 90 minutes).
• Course 2: Tuesdays, 3:00 - 4:30 PM. This course includes three one-on-one lessons (30 minutes each / total 90 minutes).
• A total of 16 sessions for each course, starting from October 2024.

Remuneration:

• The pay ranges from 3200 yen to 3800 yen per hour + transportation, depending on experience.
• Transportation expenses are fully reimbursed.

Location:

• The position is based at a hotel located 1 minute from Tokyo Station.

Offer & Onboarding: Chosen candidates will receive a comprehensive job offer and guidance to ensure a smooth start.

Screening Process:

• Application Review: We will evaluate all submissions for relevant qualifications and experience.
• Initial Screening: Selected candidates will be contacted for an online interview.
• Assessment: Candidates may be asked to demonstrate their teaching approach through a task relevant to the course.
• Formal Interview: Finalists will participate in an in-depth interview with our team.