Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) in Nagano

We are AtoZ! At AtoZ, we are dedicated to empowering young learners to become global leaders. For more than 40 years, we have worked closely with our clients and have seen their students take on exciting opportunities both in and outside of Japan—thanks to the dedication and passion of our teachers. If you are enthusiastic about making a life-changing impact on young learners and supporting their future development, join us and help shape the next generation. 🏫🌸 We are seeking an ALT for the new school year starting in April 2026! Position Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree (required for visa eligibility) • Ability to relocate to Nagano Prefecture • Passion for inspiring children to enjoy learning English through fun, movement, and creative interaction • Commitment to fulfill the contract period Preferred Qualifications: • Conversational proficiency in Japanese • Experience teaching or working with young children • TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification • Valid Japanese driver’s license or International Driving Permit (IDP) Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with Japanese Teachers of English (JTE) to deliver engaging lessons • Create a fun and engaging classroom environment tailored for younger learners, including songs, games, gestures, and visual tools • Foster international awareness and cross-cultural understanding among students • Lead extracurricular activities such as English Camps, debate competitions, and other special projects • Provide cross-cultural insights and language training for Japanese English teachers Contract Period: - April 2026 – March 2027 The contract may be renewed based on performance and availability. Conditions of employment: - Salary 2,470,000 yen –3,000,000 yen/year Working days and hours: - Monday to Friday 8:15 am - 4:45 pm (Break: 45-60 minutes) *Depending on school Benefits: • Sponsorship for a working visa • Coverage under Employment Insurance and Social Insurance • Paid leave (10 days annually) • Comprehensive New Hire training Onboarding support: • Assistance with apartment setup • Guidance through the City Hall registration process • Help with setting up a local bank account • Car lease arrangement This is a Dispatch (Haken) position. What is a Haken position? We hire ALTs and dispatch them to local schools. Therefore, your employer is AtoZ, but the workplaces are the local schools. Want to know more about AtoZ? AtoZ hosts recruitment webinars regularly. If you are interested in our webinar and want to learn more about ALT at AtoZ, sign up for the AtoZ newsletter from the link below: https://forms.gle/ToMimENzeNbS23kq9 AtoZ values diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Thank you for considering this opportunity with us!