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Please also visit the AATJ website for additional updated job listings:
American Association of Teachers of Japanese
https://www.aatj.org/jobs
JOB LISTINGS:
Position: Teacher - Foreign Language: Japanese - 0.25 FTE at Poway High School
Organization: Poway High School - Poway Unified School District
Location: San Diego, California
The Poway Unified School District is seeking applications for a 0.25 FTE World Language: Japanese teaching position at Poway High School with potential to go full-time.
Applicants must submit all required documents to be considered, including a valid teaching credential.
CREDENTIALS REQUIRED: A valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential - Foreign Language Japanese or other valid California teaching credential authorizing teaching Japanese.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: All required documents MUST be scanned and attached prior to submitting an application for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
1. Applicants must have an English Language Learners (CLAD credential) in order to be considered for the position.
2. Copy of single subject teaching credential (Foreign Language Japanese) or other valid California teaching credential authorizing teaching Japanese.
3. Copy of Transcript (Official transcripts are required upon hiring).
4. Current resume.
5. Letter of introduction addressed to Ricardo Cecena, Director of Human Resources.
6. Three (3) letters of reference, signed/dated within the past 12 months. Applicants are encouraged to include at least one (1) letter of reference from a supervising or site administrator. Applicants who have never held a full-time position are encouraged to have a letter of reference from a site administrator where they completed their student teaching.
7. For phone references, be sure to include the reference's most current cell phone number and email address.
8. All applications must be submitted through EDJOIN; no hard copy documents will be accepted. TEACHER INDUCTION: Poway Unified School District offers a teacher induction program to clear the CA preliminary credential to qualified individuals at no cost to the employee.
www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2225154
Application Deadline: Until filled
Date Posted: 5/18/2026
Contact: Ricardo Cecena
858-521-2800 x2762
rcecena@powayusd.com
Position: Part-Time Japanese Language Teacher (Saturday Only)
Organization: San Fernando Valley Japanese Language Institute
Location: Pacoima, California
The San Fernando Valley Japanese Language Institute (SFVJLI), established in 1924, is the largest Japanese language school in the San Fernando Valley. For over 100 years, we have promoted Japanese language and culture while serving as a welcoming community hub for Japanese, Japanese American, and all community members throughout the Valley.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Japanese language teachers to join our dynamic team. Classes are held in Pacoima, in the eastern San Fernando Valley, with teaching hours on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
This position offers the opportunity to teach a variety of students — from preschool children to adults. We also welcome volunteers who are passionate about Japanese language education and cultural exchange.
Qualifications
To Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to: frontdesk@sfvjli.com
Position title: Pre-Six Lecturer
Salary range: The current minimum pay range is $70,977 - $75,301 , as defined in Table 15 of the UC salary scales.
Review timeline: Spring 2026
Open date: May 5, 2026
Next review date: Thursday, Jun 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Thursday, Jun 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures (ALC) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for a full-time (100%) Lecturer position in Japanese language starting in fall 2026.
Qualified candidates must have native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and English. Candidates should hold an M.A. or Ph.D. degree in applied linguistics, Japanese language/linguistics, education, language pedagogy, and/or other language education-related areas. Three years or more of experience in teaching all levels of Japanese language courses at a university level is desirable.
Complete application must include: 1) cover letter; 2) teaching statement; 3) curriculum vitae; 4) sample sets of student evaluations (if available); 5) names of three references; 6) sample lesson plans for an introductory class, an intermediate class and an advanced class; 7) statement on your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission; and 8) video demonstration of recent classroom teaching (link must be included in CV).
Basic qualifications
Qualified candidates must have native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and English. Candidates should hold an M.A. or Ph.D. degree in applied linguistics, Japanese language/linguistics, education, language pedagogy, and/or other language education-related areas. Three years or more of experience in teaching all levels of Japanese language courses at a university level is desirable. Applications must be completed by June 4, 2026.
Document requirements
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Course Evaluations - Sample sets of student evaluations, if available
(Optional)
Sample Lesson Plans - Sample lesson plans for an introductory class, an intermediate class and an advanced class
UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education.
The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows:
Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles
Expand our reach as a global university
Enhance our research and creative activities
Elevate how we teach
Become a more effective institution
Prompt for candidates for recruitment:
Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service
Reference requirements
Names of references are requested. If selected to move forward in the review process, references may be contacted for letters.
Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11006
Help contact: khsu@humnet.ucla.edu
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Level: High School
School: Globalize DC
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Part-Time Japanese-Language Teacher for Afterschool Japanese Plus Program
Description: Globalize DC is currently seeking a dynamic part-time Japanese language teacher for JAPANESE PLUS, their award-winning afterschool Japanese language, culture, and career exposure program for DC public high school students.
Refer to the following links for much more information about Japanese Plus:
Japanese Plus Program Description
SY22-23 Program Highlights
SY23-24 Program Highlights
Student Blog (for a real feel for the program)
This is a Washington, DC-based, in-person program, so applicants must reside in the DC (DMV) area. Candidates with relevant teaching credentials and experience with high school students will be prioritized, but any candidates who feel they would be right for the position are welcome to apply.
The position will start as soon as the right candidate is found (hoping to launch the program later this fall).
To Apply/Contact:
Please direct any questions to sally@globalizedc.org.
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Job Title: Full-time Preschool Director (Japanese Immersion)
School: Japanese Institute of Sawtelle (JIS) - Terasaki Preschool
Location: Sawtelle (West Los Angeles), CA
Description: The Japanese Institute of Sawtelle is excited to announce the opening of a new weekday preschool in the Sawtelle area of West Los Angeles. Our school is a Japanese Immersion program, dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for children ages 2～5 with a strong focus on Japanese language, customs, and culture. We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic full-time preschool director to lead our new facility and team.
Qualifications:
・Preschool Director license or Preschool Site Manager credentials required.
・Proven experience in an early childhood education leadership role.
・Bilingual ability in Japanese and English is highly preferred, but not required.
・Knowledge and understanding of the Montessori Method or other child-centered educational philosophies is a plus.
Working hours:
・Monday to Friday, 8 hours a day
Benefits:
・Competitive salary
・Comprehensive health insurance
・Paid time off (PTO)
Join us!
・Be a founding leader at a brand-new preschool with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
・You have the opportunity to shape the program and curriculum from the ground up.
・Create a team dedicated to fostering a unique cultural and linguistic immersion experience for young children.
How to apply:
Please reach out to Miwa Takahashi about applying:
Miwa Takahashi
JIS Executive Director / Co-President
miwa.takahashi@sawtellegakuin.org
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Level: Elementary
School: Amestoy Elementary
Location: Gardena, CA
Job Type: 1st/2nd Grade Teacher, Japanese Dual-Language Immersion
Description: The Japanese Dual Language program at Amestoy Elementary School in Gardena, CA (LAUSD) is in need of an additional teacher to teach 1st/2nd Grade combo classroom (approx. 15 students) in both Japanese and English (50/50). Program currently only has two teachers. To begin as soon as a qualified candidate is approved.
To Apply/Contact:
Please email resume to Mrs. Baumbach at shelley.williams@lausd.net
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Position: Full-Time Japanese Immersion Teacher for 2nd and 3rd Grade
Job Application Site: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/seattleschools/
We are looking for a Japanese Immersion Teacher for 2nd and 3rd grade (2nd grade in the morning, 3rd grade in the afternoon) at John Stanford International School Elementary, located in the Seattle District of Washington State.
School website: https://stanfordes.seattleschools.org/
Qualifications:
The job details are located here:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/seattleschools/
If you have questions about the position or your application, please contact the following:
Kayoko: kakasai@seattleschools.org
Principal Antonia: alwoods@seattleschools.org
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Position: Part-Time Japanese Language Teacher
Level: Pre-school to adult
Name: Hikari Japanese Academy
Location: Sierra Madre, CA
Are you passionate about teaching Japanese and excited to share your knowledge with a diverse group of students? We’re looking for an energetic and organized native Japanese speaker and college graduate with at least two years of teaching experience to join our team at Hikari Japanese Academy in Sierra Madre, CA. This position will allow you to teach children, teens or adults in-person and online.
Key Responsibilities:
・Plan and deliver engaging, interactive lessons for a variety of student levels (from beginners to advanced).
・Foster a fun and dynamic learning environment for both children and adults.
・Assist students with language acquisition, conversation practice, and cultural understanding.
・Maintain an organized and supportive classroom atmosphere (in-person and virtual).
・Embrace and incorporate contemporary Japanese culture into lessons to keep students engaged and excited.
Qualifications:
・Native Japanese speaker with strong proficiency in both spoken and written Japanese.
・College graduate (degree in Japanese language, education, or related field preferred).
・At least two years of teaching experience.
・Energetic, organized, and able to engage students of various ages.
・Comfortable with both in-person and online teaching platforms.
・Ability to create structured and effective lesson plans.
Perks:
・Small class sizes for more personalized attention.
・Hybrid teaching (mix of in-person and online classes).
・Flexible hours to accommodate a part-time schedule.
・Collaborative and supportive teaching environment.
・Embrace contemporary Japanese culture in the classroom.
・Progressive pay structure based on class size, rewarding you for higher enrollments.
・Opportunity for growth and advancement within the school.
If you’re looking to make a real impact in the language learning community and bring excitement to the classroom, we’d love to meet you!
To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your teaching philosophy to Bryan.Takeda@HikariJapaneseAcademy.com.
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Level: Elementary (2nd Grade)
Name: Fox Mill Elementary School
Location: Herndon, VA
Job Type: Japanese-Language Immersion (mathematics, science, health, and Japanese-language arts taught in 90% Japanese)
Job Description: The Japanese Immersion Teacher will instruct students in mathematics, science, health, and Japanese language arts using Japanese as the medium of instruction 90% of the time, per FCPS and state guidelines. This role requires collaboration with colleagues and a commitment to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
-Teach core content (math, science, health) and Japanese language arts to students in grades 2.
-Implement FCPS curriculum and adhere to immersion program best practices.
-Collaborate with English-side partner teachers to ensure curriculum alignment.
-Use effective strategies to support students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, including ESOL students and students with IEPs or 504 plans.
-Foster a classroom environment that promotes a love for learning, cultural appreciation, and global citizenship.
-Support events and activities hosted by the PTA, school, and local community to promote the Japanese Immersion Program and strengthen school-community relationships.
-Participate in professional development opportunities related to immersion education and Japanese language instruction.
Qualifications:
-Fluency in Japanese and English (native or near-native proficiency in Japanese is required).
-Hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license in elementary education.
-Experience teaching in immersion, dual-language, or Japanese language settings is highly desirable.
-Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, colleagues, and families.
-Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable classroom environment.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application through the FCPSEmployment Portal.
Please include:
-A cover letter highlighting your passion for Japanese language education and relevant experience.
-A resume detailing your qualifications and teaching background.
-Copies of teaching licenses and endorsements.
Please visit the FCPS Instructional Personnel Online Application Assistance page for more information. Position Open Until Filled.
Questions:
For questions or additional information about the position, please contact Fox Mill Elementary School at Principal Brian Moose (BKMoose@fcps.edu)
Assistant Principal Anice Denton (asdenton@fcps.edu)
Japanese Immersion Teacher Noriko Otsuka (nlvankeuren@fcps.edu)
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Level: 2-5th Grade (e.g. 2nd/3rd grades, or 4th/5th grades)
Name: John Stanford International School in Seattle, Washington. (Seattle Public Schools)
Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: Japanese Immersion Teacher
Minimum Qualifications:
-Must be authorized to work in the United States
-Elementary school teacher certification (middle or high-school teacher certification)
-Japanese language skills: Sufficient to teach elementary Math, Social Studies, Science, and Japanese (in Japanese)
To Apply:
Those interested in applying should contact Kayoko Kasai: kakasai@seattleschools.org
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5700 Wilshire blvd, Suite 100
Los Angeles, CA 90036
jflainfo@jpf.go.jp
323.761.7510
