[April 2026 Start] ALT Positions in Kobayashi, Miyazaki (Driving Required)

Job Description

Borderlink, Inc. is now hiring Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) for positions in Kobayashi City, Miyazaki Prefecture. Apply today to start working from April 2026. If you are looking to relocate to a nearby area commutable to this city, we can assist you. Please read on for more information. 【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: April 2026 to Mach 2027 ⚫ Contract type: Full-time ⚫ Level: Elementary and junior high schools ⚫ General working hours: Between 7:45 am to 4:30 pm (actual working time: 06 hours 00 minutes) ⚫ Salary range: Between 210,000 yen to 245,000 yen / month ⚫ Benefits: Social Insurance, Paid holidays (as stipulated by the contract) ⚠️ 【Important Note】 Candidates for these positions must be able and willing to drive a car in Japan. Holding a Japanese Driver's License or IDP valid through March 2027 is required. *If you don't own a car, we can help you get a rental car at a great deal! You are able to use the car freely for work and for your personal life. This special discount is only available to Borderlink ALTs. 【Additional 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 holding a bachelor's or higher 🔺 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 2027) 🔺 Highly motivated, outgoing and friendly; able to proactively share ideas and communicate fully with other teachers 【Additional Support】 Being an ALT lets you work regular school hours on weekdays, leaving your evenings and weekends free. National holidays and school vacation periods are all yours to enjoy. But that’s just the beginning. ALTs with Borderlink enjoy: 🔷 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 【About Kobayashi City, Miyazaki Prefecture (宮崎県小林市)】 Kobayashi City, located in southwestern Miyazaki Prefecture, is a hidden gem defined by its lush natural environment. Its economy and lifestyle are centered around its natural water resources; the city is fed by numerous volcanic springs, which support local industries like sturgeon farming (for caviar) and the raising of Kobayashi Beef. Known as a "Forest City," it sits at the foot of the Kirishima mountain range, where vibrant blankets of cosmos and poppies bloom seasonally and turn it into a sight to behold. A quiet, agricultural city that serves as a gateway to the hiking and hot springs of the Kirishima area, Kobayashi is a great place to take your teaching career in 2026. 【Apply Today!】 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. For over 25 years, Borderlink has sought to revolutionize not only the way that English is taught, but the way ALTs are supported. We’re waiting to hear from you soon, 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. Requirements: English: Native level Japanese: Conversational (preferred) Must currently reside in Japan Hold a valid Japanese Driver's License or International Driving Permit (IDP) and be able to drive a car in Japan. Visa sponsorship available

Job Information

Company

Borderlink (株式会社ボーダーリンク)

Location

Nationwide

Employment Type

Full Time / Entry Level

Salary

¥210,000 ~ ¥245,000 / Month Transportation costs will be reimbursed up to 30,000 yen per month

Visa Sponsorship

true

Posted Date

March 11, 2026