Kindergarten English Teacher

As one of the biggest education companies in Japan, YARUKI Switch Group has been changing lives for more than 40 years. Join our team as a Kindergarten English Teacher with our Kids Duo International or i Kids Star brands and empower young children to build language abilities, self-confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. We welcome applicants from within Japan or overseas. Now hiring in the following areas: ・Tokyo ・Aichi ・Chiba ・Kanagawa ・Tochigi ・and more ◆ What’s in It for You? ・Starting salary: ¥250,000–270,000 depending on experience ・Raise opportunities based on school performance ・Ten paid days of leave per year (after six months of employment), in addition to national holidays ・¥100,000 contract-renewal bonus upon successful completion of the contract ・Fully paid initial training, including accommodation and transportation reimbursement ・Work-related commuting costs reimbursed ・Social Security and Health Insurance provided ・Visa sponsorship and renewal support available ・Support with securing housing, opening bank accounts, and more * Some contract details may vary depending on location. ◆ Kids Duo International & i Kids Star: Creating caring, nurturing environments for children As a teacher at one of our state-of-the-art bilingual kindergartens, you will work alongside a Japanese-speaking homeroom teacher to support up to 32 children aged two to six. Our schools emphasize both Japanese and English language and culture, with a curriculum built on three pillars: English, Japanese, and Physical Education. You will teach life skills and academic subjects in English (reading, writing, math, and language development), lead creative activities, songs, and indoor/outdoor play, and support Japanese language and physical education classes. At Kids Duo International & i Kids Star, we help children express themselves bilingually, build cultural awareness, and grow into confident, independent learners. ◆ Working hours ・Shifts consist of eight hours of work with a one-hour break (a total commitment of nine hours). A typical shift is from 8:30 to 17:30 ・Several event days take place throughout the year and may occur on weekends or national holidays ・Paid overtime may be required, depending on school needs or special events ◆Main duties and responsibilities ・Teach classes conducted in English in alignment with the curriculum ・Assist with lessons and activities conducted in Japanese ・Actively interact with students throughout the day ・Collaborate effectively with both Japanese and English-speaking staff ・Model and promote friendly, enthusiastic, and professional behavior ・Teach and reinforce proper manners and basic life skills ・Plan and prepare materials for classes using the provided curriculum and lesson plans ・Support students with toilet training ・Participate in physical education classes and outdoor play ・Prepare for and participate in school events, including field trips, open school days, sports days, and Japanese and Western seasonal events ・Provide feedback for parents, including weekly comments and twice-yearly report cards ・Perform daily cleaning of classrooms and school facilities as part of shared staff responsibilities (including bathrooms) ・Support extended childcare and/or extracurricular programs as part of weekly shared duties (paid overtime) ◆ Cover Letter Please include the following information in your cover letter: ・Available starting date ・Preferred location(s) ・Closest train station to home (if living in Japan) ・Availability for an online interview during the next two weeks (in Japan Standard Time) ** Interviews are typically conducted Monday–Friday, between 10:00 and 18:00 JST. ** Notes: ・We accept only one application per candidate within a six-month period. If you are interested in multiple positions with YARUKI Switch Group brands, or would like to be considered for all open roles, please indicate this in your application. Submitting multiple applications will not increase your chances and may delay processing. ・While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.