Job: International Cultural Ambassador – Sister Cities (Japan)
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Position: International Cultural Ambassador
Posted by: Sister Cities
Location: Fukui City, Japan
Contract: Full-Time; 1 year contract with possibility of reappointment
Are you interested in international travel, cultural exchange and Japanese customs? The New Brunswick Sister Cities Association currently seeks candidates interested in working as an International Cultural Ambassador to Fukui City in Japan.
The City of New Brunswick and Fukui City have been joined together through the international Sister Cities program for 32 years. As part of the program, Fukui City has invited cultural ambassadors from its Sister Cities to come work in Japan for the purpose of spreading cultural information. They teach English, arrange cultural exchange events, teach classes in the Fukui City schools and participate in a host family program.
Fukui City invites human resources mainly through the relationship with its sister cities to promote internationalization in Fukui City, Japan. These individuals will engage in promoting international understanding and conducting cultural exchange programs. Read More
Job: SNYS English Page Editor – Shukan NY Seikatsu (New York, USA)
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Position: SNYS English Page Editor
Posted by: Consultant Solutions
Location: New York City, NY, USA
Contract: Part-Time
New York Seikatsu Press is looking for an English page editor. The Shukan NY Seikatsu (週刊NY生活) paper has broad readership in the United States and Japan. This position is ideal for someone interested in journalism, editing, and Japanese-English translation. The applicant must be able to commute into New York City once per week. Prior professional translation and journalism experience is recommended, but not required.
Responsibilities: (all once per week)
- Most SNYS English articles are translations from the previous week’s issues. In this case, the editor
- revises the translations for quality
- reorders the article as necessary to meet American journalistic writing
- proofreads using the New York Times’ style guide (a copy is on-site)
- trims or adds to articles to fit their allotted space.
- Coordinating with and hiring columnists as needed.
- Managing the English page’s weekly social media (at present, only Twitter).
Compensation: There is some monetary recompense from SNYS (about $50/week). The position fits well into any resume and Ryoichi Miura (CEO and Editor-in-Chief) is a great professional reference.
To Apply: Please email a resume and short career statement (no more than 1 paragraph please) to miura@nyseikatsu.com.
Job: Automation Technician/PLC Programmer – Consultant Solutions (Kentucky, USA)
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Position: Automation Technician/PLC Programmer
Posted by: Consultant Solutions
Location: Georgetown, Kentucky, USA
Contract: Full-time
Consultant Solutions is owned by former JET, Thad Johnson (Hyogo, 2000-2001) and employs many other former JETs in a variety of positions. The firm has been providing business consultation and Japanese and English services for over twelve years in Kentucky and in Japan.
They are looking for a full-time Automation Technician/PLC Programmer with manufacturing or maintenance experience in an automotive or similar institution. You may travel up to 30% of the time supporting projects at client sites across North America.
They seek proficiency in Microsoft Office software and programming ability. The ideal candidate has experience in robotics, PLC programming, debugging, equipment procurement, relevant maintenance, or project management. You will need to be creative, dedicated, and flexible in your support of project managers in a Japanese/American manufacturing environment. Familiarity with Japanese culture, language or experience working with Japanese companies is a plus. Tech School graduates considered.
Consultant Solutions will provide training and a support network that includes translators with experience in the field. We will also consider relocation and/or visa support for the right candidate. Please send a resume detailing your experience and work history to info@csi-ky.com. Holidays, PTO, other benefits also included.
Job: Japanese Teacher – Language Trainers (UK)
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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: Language Trainers
Location: UK
Contract: Part-time
Language Trainers is a successful language training company working with freelance teachers of 35 different languages in over 50 cities across the UK and Ireland. Students are either in-company or self-funded who need to learn a language at their office or their home for work, family or travel reasons. Founded in 2004, the company’s motto is Any Language, Anytime, Anywhere!
We are currently looking for a Japanese teacher for one of our clients.
Language Required: Japanese
Location: Ashington, RH20 3DJ
Type of Course: General
Number of Students: 4 adults (beginner level)
Number of Hours: 24 hours in total
Course Start Date; asap
Preferred Schedule: once a week on Friday afternoon @3pm
Location of the classes and schedule could be flexible based on your and the client’s availability. The hourly rate is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. This is a freelance part-time position and we are not able to sponsor your visa to the UK.
If you would like to join our growing team of language teachers, please submit your CV with references to valeria@languagetrainers.com and tell us how soon you can start.
Job: Japanese Teacher – Listen and Learn (UK)
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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: Listen and Learn
Location: UK
Contract: Part-time
Listen and Learn is a successful language training company working with freelance trainers all over the world to provide private tuition for numerous languages, but mainly in UK & Ireland. They have students (private and corporate) who need to learn languages, anytime and anywhere. Thus, they organize teachers for them at their offices or their homes.
They are currently looking for a Japanese teacher for one of their clients in Slough.
Language Required: Japanese
Location: Slough
Type of Course: General
Number of Students: 1 adult
Course Date: ASAP
Number of Hours: 30 hours in total
Preferred Schedule: Twice a week.
Location of the classes and schedule could be flexible based on your and the client’s availability. The hourly rate is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience and we are also happy to discuss travel costs. This is a freelance part-time position and we are not able to sponsor your visa to the UK.
Please contact Ms. Maria Emilia Perez Ibarreche and let her know if you are interested in/available for this part-time teaching position. If this is the case, please send your resume to emilia@listenandlearn.org.
Job: Japanese Teacher – Columbia Primary School (East London)
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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: Columbia Primary School
Location: UK
They are a Primary school in Bethnal Green, London looking for a Japanese teacher for a lunchtime club. The club would cover Japanese for beginners and an introduction to Japanese culture. They are looking for someone who can teach Japanese in a fun and engaging way, through games and songs. Please contact Lotta Clarke at lkivisto.211@lgflmail.org for more information.
Job: Japanese Teacher – The City Literary Institute (UK)
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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: The City Literary Institute
Location: UK
City Lit is where London learns… The capital’s ultimate destination for inspiring evening, daytime and weekend courses for adults. Each year we offer thousands of part-time short courses, from one-off sessions to year-long programmes, so choosing a course to fit around your busy life is easy.
Most of our classes take place in our bright, modern flagship building in Covent Garden and are taught by inspiring, enthusiastic teachers, many of whom are leading experts and practitioners in their field. It’s no wonder that 98% of our learners rate their experience as good, very good or excellent.
They are looking for a Japanese teacher for a class of upper intermediate students to run at the City Lit on Tuesdays from 7:35PM to 9:05PM for 13 weeks. Please contact Dr. Nathalie Ticheler at nathalie.ticheler@citylit.ac.uk for more information.
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Event: 2016 Sakura Matsuri – Committee Members
Posted by: Japan-America Society of Washington DC
Location: DC
- Friday, December 4 at JASW from 6:30pm
- Sunday, January 10 from 12 – 4pm
- February Individual Meetings with Sub-Committees
- Friday, March 4 at JASW from 6:30 pm
- On-site Meeting, TBD at Capitol Riverfront from 10am
- Volunteer Orientation at JASW; tentatively scheduled for March 21 thru April 1.
- Last Meeting, Wednesday, April 13 at JASW from 6:30pm
- Sakura Matsuri – Saturday, April 16 at Capitol Riverfront from 4:30am
Job: Japanese Teachers – UIC Languages (UK)
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Position: Japanese Teachers
Posted by: UIC Languages
Location: UK
Contract: Full Time
UIC Languages was founded in 1999 teaching just 2 languages – Spanish and Japanese. Since then it has grown into one of the biggest year round providers of quality language tuition in London, we are currently teaching 12 languages in group classes on weekday evening and Saturday mornings as well as during the day for individual and corporate clients. Before joining the OIEG, UIC is an award winning English Language School as well – twice winning the Language Travel award for STAR language school in Europe as well as winning the prestigious British Council ELTon award for innovation in language teaching.
UIC Languages is a language school situated in a great location, minutes from Oxford Circus. With a truly international atmosphere, modern facilities and experienced and caring staff, UIC offers students a wide range of foreign languages courses.
They are currently looking for qualified Japanese Foreign Languages Teachers for their evening classes. Applicants need to have a Teaching Qualification and permit to work in the UK. Please send your CV to Roberto Galego at roberto@uiclanguages.com. You can learn more about UIC Languages by visiting their website at http://www.uiclanguages.com.
Job: Japanese Teacher – NAS Anderson School (UK)
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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: NAS Anderson School
Location: UK
Contract: Part Time
The National Autistic Society is the leading UK charity for people with autism. Anderson School is a small autistic school in North Bristol, looking for a freelance Japanese teacher for one-to-one tuition for a 14 year old pupil studying for GCSE Japanese. We are looking for someone who can teach Japanese in a structured but engaging way, for 2 hours per week, ideally from 1pm to 3pm on Wednesdays though there may be some flexibility for the right candidate. This is an urgent requirement.
Please contact Alison Davis at alison.davis@nas.org.uk for further information.
Job: Japanese Language Tutor – Skola International Community School (London)
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Position: Japanese Language Tutor
Posted by: Skola International Community School
Location: London
Contract: Part Time
International Community School (Secondary) is an independent International Baccalaureate World School located in central London providing a dynamic learning community for 11 to 17 year old learners. Normally 2 hours a week (more hours may be available) during school terms (Actual working hours as agreed).
CS has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS checks/Overseas Police Checks and Prohibition check (for Teachers). During interview all candidates will be asked to talk through their applications, including periods when they were not working. ICS is committed to equal opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the delivery of the IB Diploma Language A or B courses at SL/HL at the school.
- Work collaboratively within and across departmental structures in the school
- Teach classes in accordance with the curriculum guidelines
- Prepare yearly schemes of work as well as termly and unit plans for the classes to be taught and report these back to home languages coordinator and second in charge (2i/c) to coordinator
- Planning is based on a thorough knowledge of students’ achievements and their strengths and weaknesses.
- Attend meetings with Head of department
Qualifications
- Japanese Language Teaching qualification is essential
- Experience teaching at Secondary School level ( language and literature)
- Native Speaker level in written and spoken English
- Ability to provide dynamic, motivational, learner centered, interdisciplinary classroom activities
- High level of communication, teaching and presentation skills
- Strong ICT skills
- Ability to differentiate lessons to a variety of learning styles and ability levels
- High level of time management skills
- Ability to maintain appropriate standard of discipline in classroom
- Ability to show initiative and contribute new ideas
- Ability to self brief in areas of curriculum and new pedagogical developments
- Ability to set a high standard of leadership in the classroom
Application: For more information regarding posting please click here, and please click here for application form.
Job: Japanese Language Teacher – Holbrook Primary School (UK)
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Position: Japanese Language Teacher
Posted by: Holbrook Primary School
Location: Horsham, West Suusex
Contract: Part Time
Holbrook Primary School are looking for a Japanese Language Teacher for one day per week starting after Christmas. Our children have been studying Japanese for the past year and are enthusiastic and passionate about the language and culture of Japan. We are looking for someone who can teach Japanese in a fun, engaging way. Japanese is currently taught on a Friday but there would be flexibility for the right candidate. This is an urgent requirement.
Currently all of our pupils (aged 4 -11) receive a half hour Japanese lesson every week.
Please have a look at our website to find out more about our recent ‘Japan Year’ and the activities our pupils take part in www.holbrooktrowbridge.co.uk.
If you would like more information please contact Roger Whitewick (the Headteacher) at 01225 753708 or via email at info@holbrook.wilts.sch.uk.
Job: Japanese Teacher – Queenswood School (UK)
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Position: Japanese Teacher
Posted by: Queenswood School
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Contract: Temporary (Part Time / Full Time)
Queenswood is a progressive boarding and day school for around 430 girls, aged between 11 and 18, where boarders make up more than half of the School. An all round education focuses on equipping the girls with all the life skills required of women in the 21st century. Within a caring and supportive framework, the girls enjoy a dynamic academic curriculum, supported by a diverse and exciting co-curricular program.
We are looking for someone who can teach Japanese either full-time or part-time across all year groups up to and including Advanced Level dependent on experience and qualifications. Class size in Japanese lessons at Queenswood usually ranges between 5-10 students per year group. Currently there are 4 girls in Year 8, 10 girls in Year 9 and 5 girls in Year 10. As for the exam groups, there are currently 10 girls studying Japanese in Year 11 (4 of whom are following the Short Course), 5 girls in the L6 and one pupil in the U6 who is also applying to study Japanese at degree level.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic, experienced teacher of Japanese and ideally qualified, capable of enthusing students and maintaining the successful profile of the Japanese department. He or she will have the ability to administer the GCSE Japanese Speaking Paper and should be keen to provide additional speaking practice outside the standard timetable in the lead up to the examination period. Candidates will possess a wider understanding and passion for Japanese culture and the language. For full-time applicants, an ability to deliver lessons that meet the standards and course requirements defined by the A level specification is paramount. Please detail in writing the hours and/or level of Japanese teaching experience in your application.
Queenswood is primarily a boarding school but we welcome day boarders as well. The successful applicant would be prepared to take on additional responsibilities and duties beyond their classroom role and to take a full part in the life of the school.
This is a temporary position to cover maternity leave. Read More
Job: Faculty Support Associate for Global Education – Virginia Tech (Virginia)
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Position: Faculty Support Associate for Global Education
Posted by: Virginia Tech University
Location: Blacksburg, VA
Contract: Full Time
Virginia Tech is seeking an experienced and collaborative individual to join a dedicated team as the Faculty Support Associate in the Global Education Office.
Virginia Tech’s Global Education Office (GEO) is committed to providing Virginia Tech students the opportunity to develop the intercultural competence, transnational understanding, and leadership skills required to face global challenges. In cooperation with academic, service, and administrative faculty and staff, the GEO provides comprehensive support services for the development, implementation, and coordination of academically sound programs abroad that are accessible to students across all disciplines.
The Faculty Support Associate is charged with helping lead Virginia Tech’s faculty-led program portfolio and activities. This position works collaboratively with faculty, staff and administrators across academic departments to support Virginia Tech’s 60+ faculty-led global education programs and will play a vital role in developing new programs dedicated to delivering high quality academic experiences in environments compliant with the University’s risk management policies. The position will have primary responsibility for supporting faculty-led programming in the key areas of promotion/recruitment, program design/implementation, resource stewardship and budgeting, enrollment and database management, and coordination for overall direction and function of faculty-led programs and initiatives.
Job: Assistant Director of Global Education for Partnerships and Affiliations – Virginia Tech University (VA)
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Position: Assistant Director for Partnerships and Affiliations
Posted by: Virginia Tech University
Location: Blacksburg, VA
Contract: Full Time
Virginia Tech is seeking an experienced, energetic and forward-looking individual to join a dedicated team as Assistant Director of Global Education for Partnerships and Affiliations.
Virginia Tech’s Global Education Office (GEO) is committed to providing Virginia Tech students the opportunity to develop the intercultural competence, transnational understanding, and leadership skills required to face global challenges. In cooperation with academic, service, and administrative faculty and staff, the GEO provides comprehensive support services for the development, implementation, and coordination of academically sound programs abroad that are accessible to students across all disciplines.
The Assistant Director for Partnerships and Affiliations is charged with helping lead Virginia Tech’s foreign partnership development during a time of significant change and growth in international programs and activities. This individual will play a key role in managing Virginia Tech’s 50+ Student Exchange Agreements and our ISEP activities which, combined, currently represent a yearly exchange of roughly 120 students. The position will have primary responsibility for overseeing partnership activity, evaluating strengths and weaknesses, and identifying potential for development in existing or new collaborations.
