MenuJob Description Description:―≫A brief company introduction: Sagan Speak Company is an education and publishing company that supports Japanese private schools with ① a range of courses and ② qualified, experienced teaching staff. ―≫Job Details. A snapshot of the courses we are teaching across the institutions we support. ①ESL courses across all levels of student proficiency (basic to advanced). ②A subject in a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) programme. ③CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning), PBL (Project Based Learning) and CBI (Content Based Instruction) programmes. ④IB (International Baccalaureate) – both original and Japan developed versions. ⑤EIKEN, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Exam Prep. ⑥Alphabendi Link in to Going Global – an international mind development course specifically designed to meets the needs of junior high school students. Applicants with native-level English ability, teaching qualifications and experience are invited to apply now for April 2026 openings. Please specify in your cover letter when you’d like to be considered. Full-, semi-full, or part-time employment in Tokyo and other areas of Kanto. An assigned workplace in a private school, according to the applicant's preference, experience, and qualifications. Sagan Speak mainly supports client schools with lead teachers. Applicants must, at a minimum, have knowledge and experience in creating teaching plans and tests, as well as in conducting evaluations. Applicants (depending on qualifications) can apply to teach: ①general ESL courses. ②A subject in a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) program. ③A CLIL/PBL/CBI program. ④IB (International Baccalaureate) – both original and Japan developed versions. ⑤EIKEN, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge Exam Prep. ⑥Alphabendi Link in to Going Global. Applicants can work as Full-, Semi-Full, or Part-Time teachers. The workplaces offered will suit applicants who intend to live in Tokyo or the surrounding areas by April 2026. ―≫CANDIDATES should meet the following minimum REQUIREMENTS: Be able to start the position in April 2026. Please provide your earliest start date. Have native English-level proficiency. Have a Bachelor’s degree or higher. Have a teaching certificate (e.g., TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, or higher) for regular ESL courses. Have experience teaching in Japan, preferably at Japanese schools. Currently reside in Japan and possess a valid work visa. ―≫CANDIDATES wishing to apply to teach a subject other than ESL should: Have home country teaching experience in the subject they want to teach. Have the appropriate teaching qualifications. ―≫Our IDEAL CANDIDATE will also: Be flexible and have good communication and interpersonal skills. Be creative and willing to try new ideas. Have an excellent knowledge of the subject being taught. Be an excellent team player. Have an interest in and a minimum understanding of the Japanese school system. Be reliable and punctual. ―≫FULL, SEMI-FULL-time employment : Contract Period: April 2026 ~ March 2027. Workplace: Private Japanese School (elementary, junior or high school level) Location: Kanto area. Mainly Tokyo, Saitama, Chiba, and Kanagawa. Contract Type: Dispatch. Direct. Teaching Schedules : ①Full-Time 5 weekdays. Monday to Friday. ②Full-Time 4 weekdays and Saturdays. ③Semi-Full Time 3 or 4 work days between Monday to Saturday. Contracted time 08:30~16:30/17:00 (Up to 8 hours of work per day). Monthly remuneration for full-time (5 work days): Offered in the range of 275,000 to 350,000 yen /month (before withholding tax). Salary according to the candidate’s qualifications and experience, work schedule, responsibilities and duties. Monthly remuneration for full-time teaching (5 work days) as a science or math teacher in a STEAM program will be rewarded with higher pay scales based on the responsibilities and duties set by the individual workplace. Visa Sponsorship: Available. ―≫Please state in your cover letter: Your preferred work schedule from ①, ② and ③. When are you able to START ? ―≫For PART-time job seekers : Please state in your cover letter: ●How many days a week are you hoping for, and what those available days and times are. ―≫To Make an APPLICATION: Apply with ①cover letter, ②English resume & ③passport-sized head and shoulders color photograph. ―≫In your COVER LETTER: ①Introduce yourself, including some background on where you are from, your education, your interest in coming to Japan, and your teaching experiences (Japan, home country and elsewhere). Achievements (in your work as a teacher, academic, including teaching qualifications, hobbies & interests, etc.). ②State your nearest train station, whether or not you can relocate. If your relocation plan has been decided, please provide details. ③State your visa type and expiry. Also, please state: ④The courses you are interested in teaching. ⑤Your work schedule preferences. How many days a week are you hoping for, if not F/T (5 days), and what are your available days and times if you are searching for part-time work? ⑥The age group you prefer teaching: elementary, junior or high school. ⑦When you are able to START work? ―≫In your English RESUME : Present your employers and positions (Japan and elsewhere). Write about the duties and responsibilities with each employer. *For teaching work: Write about the grade levels and the courses you have taught. Present all of your education and certifications. (Home country, Japan and elsewhere). ―≫Your passport-sized head and shoulders color photograph: The ideal photo will be: Taken relatively close-up within the last 3 months, showing you in office attire & projecting a friendly demeanour. On a plain background. ―≫When should you SEND your application? : Immediately. ―≫Teacher Selection Process : An attentive, streamlined recruitment process is available at a pace that suits the candidate. After the initial resume screening, the recruitment manager will invite selected candidates for an interview. ―≫SUCCESSFUL applicants will receive : A dedicated recruitment manager to oversee the recruitment from start to finish. ―Providing professional and courteous advice and guidance throughout. ―Answering queries and making suggestions that best meet the well-being and professional goals of the applicant. An experienced work placement evaluation & support team following well-established placement criteria. Ongoing mentoring for teaching and social well-being. Thank you for reading this advertisement. We look forward to receiving your application. Recruitment. Sagan Speak Co., Ltd. Requirements: English: Native level (preferred) Must currently reside in Japan Have native English-level proficiency. Have a Bachelor’s degree or higher. Have a teaching certificate. Visa sponsorship available
Salary
¥250,000 ~ ¥350,000 / Month Negotiable
Location
Tokyo
Type
Full Time / Experienced (Non-Manager)
Visa Support
Available
English OK
No