Job: ESL tutor for employee of TEIKOKU USA (Philadelphia area)
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Thanks to Melissa Cano for passing on this JET-relevant opportunity. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: ESL Tutor
Posted by: TEIKOKU USA
Location: Philadelphia Area
Type: Full-time
Overview:
A Japanese subsidiary, TEIKOKU USA, is in search of an ESL tutor for one of their Japanese employees. The office is located in the suburbs of Philadelphia at 959 Mearns Road, Warminster PA. The tutor would provide English lessons at this location, during normal business hours, for 2-3 hours twice a week. Anyone with experience teaching English in Japan or with TESOL/TEFL certification is encouraged to apply. Please contact Connie Scarcelli at cscarcelli@teikokupumps.com
JQ Magazine: JQ&A with Web Entrepreneur Vanessa Villalobos
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“If you create businesses based on your own experience and enthusiasms, you’ll never tire of them. Be sure to network with JETAA to stay in touch with people who are interested in Japan.” (Courtesy of Vanessa Villalobos)
By Rafael Villadiego (Nagasaki-ken, 2010-13) for JQ magazine. A member of JETAA New South Wales, Rafael is a collector of words on a journey still searching for a destination, who has a tendency to forget, we are all sometimes like the rain…
Like many JET alums, Vanessa Villalobos (Tochigi-ken, 2000-03) thoroughly enjoyed her time in Japan and was seeking a practical means to maintain that connection upon returning home. Seeking to recapture her experiences on the JET Program and maintain her Japanese language skills after returning to the United Kingdom, she founded the travel/lifestyle/culture site JapaneseLondon.com and the language exchange hub, IsshoniLondon.co.uk.
As an independent businesswoman and entrepreneur, she offers some advice to JQ readers seeking to pursue their own ventures and shares some insight into the trials and tribulations of language exchange. She also offers insider tips to discovering the hidden Japan in London along with the colorful contrasts between the two island nations, her thoughts on the recent vote for Scottish independence, and her take on the UK version of nattō.
How long did you spend on the JET Program and in which prefecture were you placed?
I was a “one-shot” ALT in Tochigi-shi for three years. Tochigi-ken is north of Tokyo and is famed for Nikko, strawberries and gyoza.
How did your time on JET influence the overall design and purpose of the websites?
Japan was endlessly fascinating to me, and I loved teaching Japanese learners of English. Thus, I chose to focus my business endeavors on connections between Japan and England.
IsshoniLondon.co.uk connects private tutors of English to Japanese learners of English. Most of the tutors are ex-JETs. In my intro video on the site, I explain how the kindness of friends and teachers in Japan allowed us teachers to develop an understanding and fondness for Japanese language and culture, and how we hope Japanese people will develop the same fondness of the UK. I am always looking for top-quality tutors, so please do get in touch if you’d like to work as a freelance tutor.
JapaneseLondon.com does what it says on the can! It’s a labour of love and is all about discovering Japanese things in London. It promotes and profiles the individuals, events and businesses that together make up “JapaneseLondon”! There is an events calendar, and I’ve just added a job board. Please do sign up to the newsletter on the site! JapaneseLondon.com can also connect you to a tutor of Japanese here in London!
Do you have any advice for JETs looking to setup similar initiatives in their hometowns?
Just get stuck in—and don’t give up. If you create businesses based on your own experience and enthusiasms, you’ll never tire of them. Staying power is important as it is sooo hard to build your own business from scratch. But it is deeply satisfying at the same time! Be sure to network with JETAA to stay in touch with people who are interested in Japan.
Job: Education Abroad Advisor, University of Kentucky
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Posted by Sean Pavlik (Fukui-ken, 2010-12), International Programs Officer for the DC-based Congressional Study Group on Japan. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Education Abroad at the University of Kentucky (UK International Center) is seeking a full-time Education Abroad Advisor to join our expanding operations. UK Education Abroad is a thriving part of UK’s ambitious international agenda, and has strong central support. It is currently composed of an Executive Director, Assistant Director, four EA Advisors, a Financial Manager, Promotion and Outreach Coordinator, a Faculty-Directed Programs Coordinator, and a Data Analyst & Security Manager. In addition, the unit employs several part-time staff and a team of graduate and undergraduate students who serve as Education Abroad Peer Advisors (EAPA).
Founded in 1865 as a land-grant institution adjacent to downtown Lexington, the University of Kentucky is nestled in the scenic heart of the Bluegrass region of Kentucky. Recently ranked as one of the safest, most creative, and the brainiest cities in the nation, Lexington is an ideal location to experience the work-life balance that the University strives to provide to its employees. See for yourself what makes UK one great place to work.
Position Description:
The EA Advisor will work closely with students at all phases of the education abroad process, including promotion and outreach, advising and selection, on-going orientation, credit transfer, etc. The advisor will become an expert on a wide range of educational opportunities available to UK students within our strategic portfolio of programs and must know the details of the programs, including application procedures and deadlines. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable about other countries and international student mobility, including systems of higher education, culture, and health, safety, and safety issues. The EA Advisor must commit to understanding curricula and procedures at UK and liaise with key faculty and relevant offices such as Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, Career Center, Undergraduate Research and college advising units. Other job responsibilities include data collection/reporting, program development and active participation in professional organizations.
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Job: International Student Advisor, University at Buffalo
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Posted by Sean Pavlik (Fukui-ken, 2010-12), International Programs Officer for the DC-based Congressional Study Group on Japan. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
International Student Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Responsibilities
Advises international students on matters of personal and cultural adjustment. Advises F-1 students on immigration matters, keeps abreast of changes in relevant immigration regulations, and assists with SEVIS reporting and compliance. May represent the University as a Designated School Official. Helps develop and implement programs designed to enhance the overall experience of international students, and which facilitate opportunities for the international student population to contribute to the multicultural face of the University. Plays an active role in International Student Orientation, International Education Week, workshops, trips, activities and other programs for international students.
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Job: Study Abroad Advisor, DePaul University (Chicago)
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Posted by Sean Pavlik (Fukui-ken, 2010-12), International Programs Officer for the DC-based Congressional Study Group on Japan. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
DePaul University in Chicago is currently accepting applications for a Study Abroad Advisor in the Study Abroad Program office.
Link to full description here: https://jobs-depaul.icims.com/jobs/18376/study-abroad-advisor/job
Brief description:
Reporting to the Associate Director of Advising and Marketing, the Study Abroad Advisor will conduct all marketing and student advising activities for the study abroad program in their assigned portfolio. These activities will include but will not limited to managing application, enrollment, and registration processes. The Study Abroad Advisor will also be responsible for coordinating and delivering effective student orientation and re-entry support programs for students participating in Study Abroad. This position will contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive marketing strategy for all study abroad programs on campus, including information sessions, printed and web-based information and promotional materials, and the flow of study abroad related information to the division coordinator of social media presence. This position will support efforts to increase the number of students studying abroad at DePaul and to offer service of outstanding quality to students, ensuring student satisfaction and proper academic fit throughout the entire study abroad experience.
Getting Unstuck: How to Take Control of Your Schedule and Stop Hijacking Your Own Agenda
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Jonathan Bissell (Chiba-ken, 1995-2000) is the author of Dream in Color, Think in Black & White: How to Get Unstuck and Fulfill Your Dreams and CEO of High Performance Impact, LLC, an executive coaching firm helping proven and emerging leaders to identify and consistently leverage patterns of high performance. He blogs at www.jonathanbissell.com.
Staying in control of your schedule isn’t easy – especially when you’re stressed out, pressed for time, or dealing with multiple deadlines and the demands of others.
But let’s face it: Sometimes the saboteur is you.
If you’ve ever created a great agenda for your day but found yourself doing something completely unrelated when you actually sat down to work, then you know exactly what I mean.
Having your agenda hijacked by someone else is bad enough, but when you’re the main culprit, the loss of control is even more demoralizing. But rather than play the blame game (haven’t you had enough of that?), let’s focus on solutions to the problem.
Here are 3 quick tips you can immediately put into practice to regain control of your schedule and stop hijacking your own agenda.
- Schedule Your Shadow Priorities. Shadow priorities are the things that you actually do even when you plan to do something else. These priorities are not listed on your agenda, but they exert a powerful influence on how you spend your time. So give them the attention they seek by including them on your agenda, but set clear boundaries around how much time you allot to them. For example, if your plan is to rethink your strategic objectives but you find yourself checking email instead, then incorporate email as a priority on your agenda and schedule specific time blocks to attend to it. You’ll find that scheduling your shadow priorities gives them the attention they crave – and the boundaries they lack.
Job: Exec Asst to President at Japanese non-profit (D.C.)
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Originally posted to the JETAA DC Google Group by Niigata JET alum Shreena Patel. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Executive Assistant
Posted by: S&R Foundation
Location: Washington D.C.
Type: Full-time
Overview:
Founded in 2000 by Dr. Sachiko Kuno and Dr. Ryuji Ueno, the S&R Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. Its mission is to support talented individuals with great potential and high aspirations in the arts, sciences, and social entrepreneurship, especially those who are furthering international cultural collaboration. S&R sponsors annual award programs, hosts events and works with its partners to encourage innovation, and promote cultural and personal growth. Read More
Job: ESL teacher, The New Jersey Japanese School – (Oakland, NJ)
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Via JET alum Hope Sterns. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: ESL Teacher
Posted by: The New Jersey Japanese School
Location: Oakland, NJ
Overview:
The New Jersey Japanese School in Oakland, NJ (www.newjerseyjapaneseschool.org) is seeking an ESL teacher for an immediate opening. One of their teachers had to leave unexpectedly. New York / New Jersey certification is not required for this position, and they don’t seem to be too picky about experience due to the urgency.
If interested, please email an introduction letter and resume to the Principal, Takaharu Fukuzawa at njjs@NewJerseyJapaneseSchool.org.
Job: Japanese documentary maker for NHK seeks short term assistant
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Thanks to JET alum Stacy Smith for passing this on. The documentary maker needs assistance, particularly with getting certain permissions in English. See below for more details.
Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Assistant to documentary film maker
Posted by: Sho Ishida (NHK)
Type: Temp
Overview:
My name is Sho Ishida, a freelance TV producer/researcher based in NY, USA.
I am mainly working on behalf of NHK – a Japanese public TV station. One of NHK’s nature documentary TV program called “Here comes Darwin” is planning to film the wildecology of the Pocupane Caribou. Please let me introduce our TV program following my proposal. Read More
JQ Magazine Editor Interviewed by FCI News on X Japan at Madison Square Garden
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JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi talks X Japan outside Madison Square Garden, Oct. 11, 2014. (Courtesy of FCI NY)
JQ magazine editor/Japanese Culture Examiner Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) was recently interviewed by Alex York of Fujisankei (FCI) News for commentary on X Japan’s debut performance at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 11.
The spectacular three-hour show (see JQ‘s review of the concert here) was X Japan’s first and only American concert in four years, and the first to retain the band’s signature full stage production outside of Japan. Check out the video here or click on the image for Justin’s comments, and read his exclusive interview with X Japan’s leader Yoshiki here.
Direct link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWptyvtYCXM#t=43
【RocketNews24】Learn Japanese from YouTube: Amp up your listening skills with this four-step guide
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Posted by Michelle Lynn Dinh (Shimane-ken, Chibu-mura, 2010–13), editor and writer for RocketNews24. The following article was written by Fran Wrigley, writer and translator for RocketNews24, a Japan-based site dedicated to bringing fun and quirky news from Asia to English speaking audiences.
It used to be that if you were studying a foreign language in your own country, the only listening practice that was easily available to you was hearing your teacher or classmates speak, or listening to the CD that came with your textbook. The first Japanese textbook I ever bought actually came with a cassette tape, which was particularly irritating as it was 2006 and I didn’t even own a Walkman any more.
Then someone invented a website that allowed users to upload short videos for all the world to see. Fast-forward nine years and YouTube is one of the biggest sites on the planet, making it a veritable treasure trove of free online spoken content.
So whether you’re after language lessons, YouTubers who vlog in Japanese, or just want to try watching your cat videos in a foreign language, online videos could be your new secret weapon. The trick is just knowing where to look.
Continue to our four-step guide here!
Event: NYC information session for PhD program in Japan (Nov 1)
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Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Posted by: GRIPS Global Governance Program (G-cube)
Location: Information Session in NY
Date: Nov. 1
Overview:
Information Session in N.Y. introducing a recently launched Master’s & PhD program with full-scholarship in Japan “GRIPS Global Governance Program(G-cube)!
The National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS) in Japan is now recruiting its second batch of students for a recently launched 5-year Ph.D. program called “GRIPS Global Governance Program (G-cube)”. Read More
Job: Mitsubishi Corp. interested in hiring JET alums, will be at Boston Career Forum in Nov.
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Thanks to JET alum Jessica Kling, who works for the Embassy in DC, for passing on this message from Mitsubishi Corp. for JET alums. The gist is that Mitsubishi is interested in hiring JET alums and will be having info sessions specifically for former JETs at the Boston Career Forum Nov 8-9. See below for more details.
Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Posted by: Mitsubishi Corporation
Overview:
Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) will be joining the Boston Career Forum next month and plans to hold info sessions specifically for former JET participants on November 8-9.
Here at Mitsubishi Corporation, we have many former JET participants currently working in a variety of fields (see below) at our Tokyo head offices, as well as our offices and group companies both in and outside Japan. Please see the video available at the following link to learn more about what we do at Mitsubishi Corporation:
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Job: Nippon Express – Specialist (Columbus, OH)
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Originally posted to Great Lakes JETAA by Rhea Young. See below for more info. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Specialist
Posted by: Nippon Express
Location: Columbus, OH
Type: Full-time
Overview:
Nippon Express is a Freight Forwarding Company and has recently acquired increased Import business. This increase in business will require an additional person to our team. This new full time position will be Exempt with the title of Specialist I, This position will do the required data entry, customer service to ensure the shipments are received in a timely manner. This position will require the employee to follow the business after hours. We will offer this position between $35,000 – $38,000 based on experience. This position prefers a Japanese speaker and related work experience. Read More
Job: InsideJapan Tours seeks Aussies (Nagoya)
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Thanks to Sydney JET alum Eden Law for sharing this. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Posted by: InsideJapan Tours
Location: Nagoya
Overview:
Passionate about Japan? Want to help people from around the world experience quite how amazing Japan is? A job with Inside Japan Tours could be just what you are looking for.
InsideJapan Tours is part of InsideAsia Tours Ltd a small team of dedicated people all with a passion for travel that ‘gets beneath the surface’. Our offices are located in the UK, Japan and the US with a team of 34 full time staff ensuring we provide the very best experience for every one of our thousands of clients annually.
There’s a job opening in the Nagoya office of InsideJapan Tours, a British-based travel company, and they’re looking for Aussies to fill a position. Since the company has lots of ex-JETs working there, it’s a perfect fit. You can find out more here: http://www.insidejapantours.com/about-us/jobs/
