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This page lists job openings that we collect daily from various sources around the country. If you are offering a teaching related job and would like us to post your information (free of charge), please contact us.

Please also visit the AATJ website for additional updated job listings:

American Association of Teachers of Japanese
https://www.aatj.org/jobs

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JOB LISTINGS:

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:

• Preferably holds a U.S. elementary school teaching license. However, we are open to those with Japanese teaching credentials (elementary, junior high, or high school). Please feel free to contact us to discuss.
• Prior immersion teaching experience is preferred. However, we also welcome motivated teachers who are eager to learn and grow in immersion education.
• Native or near-native Japanese language ability, with the ability to communicate in English with staff and parents.

 

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: Preschool-8th Grade
Name: Turning Point School (www.turningpointschool.org)
Location: Culver City, CA
Job Type: After-School (Part-Time) Japanese-Language Teacher
Private lessons (1 student), 45 minutes, $75/lesson
Semi-private lessons (2-5 students), 45 minutes, $50/lesson (per student)
Job Duties:
-Create and maintain an active, engaging, and safe learning environment
-Lead and teach 45-minute after school lessons up to 5 times a week during after school hours (approximately 2:45-5:45 pm)
-Deliver instruction of designated subject(s) as approved by the administration
-Develop best practice and implement long and short range plans for differentiated private and group instruction
-Develop online resources to effectively bridge work between lessons and partner with the family to foster practice at home
-Play an integral role in preparing a learning environment in line with our whole child instructional philosophy
-Serve as a positive role model to all students
-Ensure all children are properly supervised and safe at all times
-Collaborate with the school’s After School Summer Programs Coordinator to ensure the effectiveness and cohesion of the school’s program
-Document and share students' individual and group progress with the school’s After School Summer Programs Coordinator
-Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications: 
-Knowledge of student-centered, collaborative, and inquiry-based teaching methodologies
-Proven ability to work collaboratively in a teaching team
-Excellent organizational
-Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 1-2 years of similar experience
-Ability to represent Turning Point School in a professional, relational, and ethical manner while maintaining appropriate confidentiality
-High level of discretion and proven record of maintaining confi dentiality and sound judgment.
-Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
-Ability to think creatively and offer fresh ideas to increase attractiveness of auxiliary programs
-Strong time management, organizational, and detail-oriented skills
-Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a timely manner while juggling multiple deadlines
-Highly self-motivated and directed
-Keen attention to detail
-Exceptional customer service orientation
-Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

To Apply/Contact:
Gina Kelly, After School Summer Programs Coordinator, Turning Point School, gkelly@turningpointschool.org

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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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Level: Primary Education (Kindergarten-5th grade) to High School level

Name: Japanese Institute of Sawtelle
Location: West Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Part Time (11-month contract, Saturdays only)
Salary: Please contact the Institute for additional information

Job Summary: Lead Teacher 

Leading one of the classes between Primary Education to High School. Responsibilities include curriculum planning, teaching, student assessment, Homework, and fostering a supportive learning environment for students. Additionally, fluent in Japanese and proficient in teaching Japanese.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- A bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university is preferred.
- Fluent in written and spoken Japanese.

- Experience working in an educational environment is preferred but not required. 

- Legal status to work in the US 

To Apply:Please email Ikuko Visco (ikuko.visco@sawtellegakuin.org)

To Find Out More About the School: Please visit the school's website

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