Spring 2026 Start ALT Positions

We’re now in the final stretch of hiring for the 2026 school year. If you’re already living in Japan, Borderlink, Inc. has still has possibilities for you, especially for those who can drive in Japan and/or are open to relocating to new areas. We're holding interviews throughout the week, so now is the time to get in touch and secure a position. Start the process today! *For those living overseas, we are still accepting applications for future intake periods. 🌸 Why be an ALT? ● Stable, fulfilling work starting from Spring 2026 and beyond ● Monthly salaries ranging from 200,000-240,000 yen (with transportation costs of up to 30,000 yen reimbursed) ● Daily salaries ranging from 10,000-12,500 yen (with transportation costs of up to 1,500 per day reimbursed) ● Enrollment in social insurance/health care (where applicable), assistance with finding housing and more support every step of the way ● Work on weekdays (Monday-Friday) between 7:45 am and 6:00 pm, and enjoy free evenings, weekends, holidays and school vacations ● Experience a new side of Japan as you teach in public elementary and junior high schools (with kindergarten and senior high also in select areas) ● For those living abroad, there's never been a better time to move to Japan than now. Enjoy a country with a high standard of living but at lower costs than you'll find in other parts of the world 🎯 What sets Borderlink apart? ● Variety - Our ALTs work across all Japan. We have positions in major urban cities and spacious, low-cost country towns as well. Borderlink ALTs work across Japan in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, Chugoku, and Kyushu. ● Innovative - We strive to constantly evolve and improve ourselves. Borderlink is the fastest-growing ALT dispatch company in Japan, and we're only continuing to expand each year. ● Personable - You'll always know who your main support team is and who to contact for help and advice in the event of emergencies. ● Education-focused - Much of Borderlink's staff have a background in education and over half of the HR team have been ALTs themselves. ● Career-growth- After gaining experience an ALT, there is the possibility of going to the next level and joining our team. 🗾 Applying from Japan If you’re living in Japan and have a valid residence or work visa, now is the perfect time to apply for roles starting soon. Applicants with ALT experience, a valid Japanese driver’s license, and/or flexibility to relocate will be prioritized. Part-time roles are also available in select locations. Positions are filling quickly, so don’t miss your chance and apply today! 🌎 Applying from Overseas For those living overseas, you can start the journey towards future opportunities by applying today. Successful candidates will be guided through each step of the process, including applying for a visa and receiving online support from our staff. ⚠️ Requirements If you are applying from overseas OR are in Japan and seeking visa sponsorship, you must: ● Be a university graduate holding a bachelor's degree or higher. ● You also need to have had 12 years of education where English was the main language of instruction used for all classes (i.e. all classes were taught primarily in English). Both of these are necessary to be eligible for visa sponsorship, and are non-negotiable. However, you do not need to come from a country where English is the native language to be an ALT. As long as your educational history had the above-mentioned 12 years (such as attending a bilingual school or living abroad), you can be eligible to work as an ALT too. ⚠️ Highly Preferred Those with three or more of following will be given priority consideration: ● Prior teaching experience with young learners (especially experience in Japan) ● Holding an ESL-related certificate (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, etc) ● Holding a valid driver's license and willing to drive in Japan ● Conversational-level Japanese speaking/listening skills ⭐️ Benefits: Borderlink ALTs enjoy a range of benefits and support, including: ✅ Enrollment in the social insurance system (where applicable) ✅ Help with securing a rental car (for driving positions) at a much more reasonable price than other rental services ✅ Personalized, friendly assistance with handling administrative tasks ✅ Year-round paid training sessions (including orientation/initial training) ✅ Support with learning and improving your Japanese skills ✅ Access to teaching materials and our vast library of educational resources ✅ Regular consultation with office staff to help you hone your skills ✅ Paid holidays (as stipulated by the contract) ✅ Priority for future positions and/or possibility of career advancement in the company ✅ A yearly calendar of working days to help you manage your schedule 📝 How to Apply: Please apply directly to this job post with your cover letter attached, or visit our website. We carefully screen every application ourselves and hold online interviews throughout the week. Thank you for your interest in working with Borderlink. We're waiting to hear from you soon. *Please note that as we receive a high number of applicants, only those who meet all necessary requirements and pass the initial screening will be contacted for an interview. *If you previously worked with Borderlink, your application process can be expedited after evaluation. *For citizens of the Philippines residing overseas, please apply through our affiliated agency. For more information, please visit our website and click on "Apply Now" "Applying from Overseas"