Summer School English Teacher (International Preschool – ¥18,000/day)

Job Requirements

Minimum requirements

• Valid working visa and eligibility to work in Japan
• Excellent English speaking, reading, and writing ability
• Minimum two to three (2–3) years of responsible, varied teaching experience in Early Years or early elementary education is mandatory
• Onsite school experience is necessary

Desirable qualifications

• Hoikushi licence, education degree, or other education qualifications are highly desirable

Job Description

Overview

TIK International School is hiring experienced Early Years educators for limited contract Summer School English Teacher roles in Tokyo. This position is for teachers who can lead English-immersion classes for young learners aged 18 months to 8 or 9 years old in a supportive international preschool environment.

• Employer: TIK International School
• Role: Summer School English Teacher / classroom teacher
• Students: Children aged 18 months to 8 or 9 years old
• Locations: Denenchofu, Setagaya-ku and Akabanebashi, Minato-ku
• Salary: ¥18,000 per day
• Contract term: June 8th to August 7th
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9-hour shift including a 1-hour break
• Language of instruction: English; staff are required to speak English at all times

About the Summer School role

TIK International School is an English-immersion international preschool serving students from 18 months old through early elementary age. During the Summer School period, the school is looking for limited contract staff members to work as part of its teaching team.

The classroom teacher plans, prepares, and delivers lessons for the same group of students throughout the Summer School period, following the provided Summer School curriculum. The goal is to create an engaging student experience that supports knowledge, learning, and participation throughout the day.

Teaching environment

The school uses lower ratios and combines play-based learning with academic content. TIK International School views each child's education as a partnership between the school and the families in its care. The school is committed to high-quality education and the ongoing professional development of its staff.

Working hours

• Monday to Friday
  • 8:30 to 17:30 [early shift]
  • 9:00 to 18:00 [middle shift]
  • 9:30 to 18:30 [late shift]
• Shifts are dependent on the needs of the school.

Professional qualities TIK International School is looking for

• Understanding of, and ability to work with, preschool and early elementary-aged children
• Dedication to the needs of students and their families
• Ability to build trusting and productive relationships with families and colleagues
• Flexibility and proactivity
• Knowledge of children, child development, and growth
• Professionalism
• Ability to engage with children from a young age
• Ability to work within a small, supportive team environment

Who this job is best for

This role is best suited to an experienced Early Years or early elementary teacher who is already eligible to work in Japan, can teach fully in English, and wants a focused summer teaching role with young learners in an international preschool setting.

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