A nursery school network is seeking an enthusiastic English teacher to work with young children at its schools in Kyoto and Shiga, Japan.
This position is ideal for a teacher who enjoys early childhood education and can make English engaging through songs, games, stories, movement, and age-appropriate activities.
Position Details
- Location: Kyoto and Shiga, Japan
- Salary: ¥230,000–¥250,000 per month
- Employment type: Full-time
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
- Saturday work: Generally not required, except for occasional events or training
- Students: Nursery and early childhood learners
- Experience: Teaching experience preferred
- Education: Bachelor's degree
- Application deadline: September 9, 2026
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging English lessons to young children.
- Introduce English through songs, games, stories, and interactive activities.
- Create a positive and encouraging classroom environment.
- Visit smaller nursery schools approximately once per week when scheduled.
- Plan lessons and activities suitable for early childhood learners.
- Participate in monthly teacher meetings.
- Exchange teaching ideas and coordinate activities with other English teachers.
- Support school events and occasional training sessions.
Requirements
- Native-level English ability
- Bachelor's degree
- Must currently reside in Japan
- Genuine enthusiasm for working with young children
- Reliable, energetic, and comfortable working collaboratively
- Previous teaching experience is preferred
- Japanese fluency is not required
What the Position Offers
- ¥230,000–¥250,000 monthly salary
- Training before beginning independent teaching
- Primarily Monday–Friday working schedule
- Collaborative teacher meetings and activity planning
- Opportunities to teach at nursery schools in Kyoto and Shiga
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