Job: Postings from Idealist.org 7.4.13
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Via Idealist.org. Posted by Geneva Marie (Niigata-ken 2008-09) Geneva is a contributor to both JETwit and JETAANY. Geneva is on a continuous (epic) search for Japanese-related jobs in the United States. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Grants Associate
Posted by: Give2Asia
Type: Full-time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $35,000-50,000
Application Deadline: July 7, 2013
Give2Asia is seeking a Grants Management Associate who will be responsible for supporting the grants made by Give2Asia, a US public charity which promotes and facilitates philanthropy to Asia (www.give2asia.org). Give2Asia’s grants are made from contributions and recommendations provided by donors using our personalized US-Asia giving services. Bachelors degree with minimum 2-3 years of professional experience (corporate experience strongly preferred).
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/s7Dh5ZXptSXd/
Program Associate
Posted by: Give2Asia
Type: Full-time, Part Time
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $35,000-50,000
Application Deadline: July 12th, 2013
Give2Asia is seeking a program associate who will be responsible for supporting donor stewardship activities, with an emphasis on Give2Asia’s corporate donors. Primary responsibilities include providing wide-ranging assistance to Program Officers who manage relationships with Give2Asia’s largest clients and serving as a center of knowledge around Give2Asia’s best practices in corporate stewardship. Bachelors degree with minimum 1-2 year of professional experience (corporate experience highly preferred).
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/gDKbNWkmFW8d/
Operations Director, National Cherry Blossom Festival
Posted by: Downtown Improvement Business District
Type: Full-time
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: Competitive Salary with Benefits
Application Deadline: Not Specified
The Downtown Business Improvement District Corporation (BID) is currently recruiting for an Operations Director, National Cherry Blossom Festival. This full-time position will focus on the strategic growth, sustainability and success of Festival events and on year round programming long-term financial and organizational sustainability and effectiveness. Minimum of seven years successful management experience in large-scale event production, festivals, entertainment, conventions, or related field. Focus on productions, marketing, logistics, communications and the transformation opportunity of the event experience, required.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/59hBD8j5Jtnp/
Thanks to JET alum, and owner of Howalnd Tutoring Service, Todd Swenson for sharing this posting. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: In Home Tutor
Posted by: Howland Tutoring Service
Type: part time
Location: Westchester County, NY
Salary: $34/hour, $44/hour if English/Japanese bilingual
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
Howland Tutoring Service provides one-on-one ESL and schoolwork tutoring to Japanese students with limited English ability ranging from kindergarten age to adults. The tutoring is done in the client’s home, so tutors must provide their own automobile transportation. Our students live in the Rye/Harrison and Scarsdale areas of Westchester County, NY and the Greenwich, CT area. Tutoring is done during after school hours and in the evenings. We are looking for experienced, knowledgeable, energetic and friendly tutors to work with our students on a regular, long-term basis.
Qualification:
Tutors should minimally have a college degree, but ESL and or teacher certification and experience working with Japanese students is preferred.
Closing Date:
December 31, 2013 (Tuesday)
Application Procedure: Please forward your resume to Todd Swenson at swenson.howland@gmail.com
Job: University Job openings in China
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Via Hunter College tesol list serve. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: English Instructors
Posted by: Nanyang Normal University
Type: Contract term
Location: China (Henan)
Salary: 6500-7000 Yuan per month depending on qualifications and experience
Start Date: The beginning of September 2013
Overview:
University Job openings in China Nanyang Normal University is an undergraduate institution of higher learning in Henan Province of China. The university has about 1400 full-time faculty and 23,000 full-time students.
The main course the English teachers will teach is Oral Communication. You will be free to develop your own curriculum based on your experience and the needs of the students. The teaching requirement is 20 teaching periods a week (one period is 45 minutes). Class sizes are normally 15-25 students. Read More
Job: Liquor Sales for Japanese trading company (Bergen County, NJ)
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Thanks to JET alum Stacy Smith for putting this company in touch with me when they indicated they wanted to reach out to the JET alum community to try and fill this JET-relevant position. If you apply, please make sure to mention that you learned of the listing via JETwit.
New York Mutual Trading Company is an importer and distributor of Japanese food, sake, and kitchenware located in New Jersey. We have been looking for the sales position who will be asked to increase sake/liquor sales in East Coast. Here is the descriptions:
Company: New York Mutual Trading, Inc.
Mutual Trading Company is the premier Japanese food, alcohol beverage, and restaurant supply specialist since 1926. We are the Japanese food authority – true to the heart in upholding genuine Japanese food traditions, and progressive in exploring new ways to provide innovative restaurant supplies and services. Mutual Trading imports, exports, distributes and manufactures the top brands for our retailer and foodservice customers.
Position: Liquor Sales (Japanese sake, shochu, and beer) Read More
Job: Director, Stanford Program in Kyoto
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Thanks to JETAANY Board Member Clara Solomon for sharing this posting. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Director, Stanford Program in Kyoto
Posted by: Stanford University
Type: Full Time
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Salary: N/A
Start Date: Target of November 1, 2013, or sooner
Overview:
The Bing Overseas Studies Program at Stanford University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director for its program in Kyoto, Japan. Applicants are encouraged to respond promptly. This is an immediate opening with a target start date of November 1, 2013, or sooner.
Stanford University is one of the world’s leading research and teaching institutions and is known for its entrepreneurial character and its relationship to Silicon Valley. Areas of excellence range from the humanities to social sciences to engineering and the sciences.
The Stanford Bing Overseas Studies Program offers study abroad programs for Stanford undergraduates to enhance their overall educational experience. Now in its 54th year, the program sends about 50 percent of each graduating class abroad during their time as undergraduates.
The Stanford Program in Kyoto was founded in collaboration with the School of Engineering, and has since provided students of engineering and other disciplines the opportunity to fit language immersion and practical classroom experience into their busy schedules. The program welcomes students in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The program is hosted on the Doshisha University campus, located at the heart of Kyoto. Doshisha is one of Japan’s leading private universities with over 25,000 students and a diversity of programs. Read More
Job: ESL student services coordinator position – Kansas State University
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Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Student Services Program Support Coordinator
Posted by: KSU Office of International Programs
Type: N/A
Location: Manhattan, KS
Salary: $32,000-$34,000 based on education and experience
Start Date: Tentative: August 2013
Overview:
Kansas State University, Office of International Programs, invites applicants for the position of Student Services Program Support Coordinator. This position reports to the Assistant Director in the English Language Program.
Job Responsibilities: Student Service Coordination (80%)
•Assist in pre-placement and placement meetings; assist with academic advising of students; and assist with the teacher and student appeals of placement (internal to the ELP).
•Improve retention by advising the probation/dismissed/reinstated students (internal to the ELP).
•Assist students in special non-life-threatening situations such as traffic tickets, housing problems, roommate problems.
•Help students with issues that affect their academic success such as study habits, absences and cultural adaptation.
•Help identify learning opportunities outside the ESL classroom, such as conversation partners, volunteer activities and auditing classes.
•Conduct follow-up interviews with students to determine if their needs have been met. Read More
Job: Actus – Business Development Coordinator @NPO (Midtown NY)
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Via Actus Consulting. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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**Note: If you apply, please make sure to mention that you learned of the listing via JETwit.**
Position: Business Development Coordinator
Posted by: Actus Consulting
Type: N/A
Location: Midtown, NY
Salary: $37K
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
A non-profit Japanese government related organization that promotes trade and investment opportunities for business and companies in the United States and Japan. Provide clients with vital market entry information and a strong support system in order to help them successfully expand their operations overseas. Helped an array of US companies successfully launch their business in Japan, and help business succeed overseas. Read More
Job: Job opening up at the Consulate General of Japan (San Francisco)
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Thanks to JET alum Alexander Peterson (Miyazaki-ken, 2009-12) for sharing this posting. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Cultural Affairs Coordinator
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan
Type: N/A
Location: San Francisco
Salary: Starting salary is commensurate with experience
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
The Japan Information Center (JIC) is the educational, cultural and public affairs division of the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco serving Northern California, Central California and Nevada. Its primary role is to promote a better understanding and deeper appreciation of Japan and its culture by providing information and educational programs to the public. JIC facilities include an internal research library, multimedia archive, conference space and display area for Japanese cultural artifacts and artwork by Bay Area and Japanese artists. Read More
Job: Language Center Director (Teaneck, NJ)
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Via Indeed.com. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Language Center Director
Posted by: ELS
Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Location: Teaneck, NJ
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
If you are looking to make a difference in students’ lives, join our team at ELS! Over the past 50 years, ELS has helped one million students meet their English language study goals by providing a unique experience and intensive English immersion programs of the highest caliber. ELS English programs are offered for students who wish to attend a college or university in the USA or Canada, need Business English to further their career or simply want to explore. With over 60 locations across North America, ELS allows our students to select the study environment and program that is right for them. Read More
Job: Director of ESL/PALS (NJ)
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Via Indeed.com. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Director of ESL/PALS
Posted by: Rutgers University
Type: N/A
Location: Newark, NJ
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, directs the Program in American Language Studies (PALS), which provides English language instruction and services as necessary to approximately 400 intensive ESL students enrolled annually in PALS and, as needed, to the approximately 1000 international students enrolled at Rutgers-Newark. This position supervises a Program Coordinator and Program Assistant who assist with program administration. This position manages all PALS academic, administrative, financial, and personnel operations. As Director of a financially self-supporting academic unit, this position develops and implements marketing strategies, actively engages in recruitment, and seeks and develops new program opportunities that meet the instructional needs of internal and external stakeholders and that generate new sources of revenue. The position oversees the successful delivery of services to students; fosters and maintains communication with partners within and external to the University. This position oversees TOEFL and IELTS test administration; coordinates English language proficiency testing of undergraduate and graduate students in coordination with academic units. This position is responsible for recruiting, hiring, and training instructional and support staff; ensures professional treatment of staff; regularly evaluates staff and instructor performance. Read More
Job: CFR 2014–2015 International Affairs Fellowship in Japan, sponsored by Hitachi, Ltd.
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Posted at the request of the Council on Foreign Relations:
CFR 2014–2015 International Affairs Fellowship in Japan, sponsored by Hitachi, Ltd.
Program
Founded in 1997, the International Affairs Fellowship in Japan (IAF-J), sponsored by Hitachi, Ltd., seeks to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between the rising generations of leaders in the United States and Japan. The program provides a selected group of mid-career U.S. citizens the opportunity to expand their professional horizons by spending a period of research or other professional activity in Japan. Fellows are drawn from academia, business, government, media, NGOs, and think tanks. In cooperation with the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), the program’s sponsor, Hitachi, Ltd., assists fellows in finding suitable host organizations in Japan. CFR awards approximately three to five fellowships annually.
Eligibility Read More
Job: Senior Film Program Officer – Japan Society (NY)
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Via the Japan Society. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’ Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position: Senior Film Program Officer
Posted by: The Japan Society
Type: N/A
Location: New York
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A
Overview:
Under the direction of the Artistic Director, and working closely with outside consultants and/or guest curators, the Senior Film Program Officer will be responsible for the implementation of year-round film programs at the Japan Society, which includes: program planning, print booking, overall management of film/video screening, budgeting and fundraising and financial tracking, marketing, promotion and outreach. Responsibilities also include: identifying high-profile film directors and actors to bring to the Society’s film screening events, handling public and professional inquiries related to the Society’s Film Program, supervising a part-time Film program staff member and interns/volunteers, and working with other programming area for special events. Read More
Job: Oberlin Shansi – Campus and Outreach Coordinator
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A great international education exchange job opening at a really terrific organization:
Oberlin Shansi Memorial Association
Job Announcement – Campus and Outreach Coordinator
http://shansi.org/campus-and-outreach-coordinator/
Oberlin Shansi invites applications for the position of Campus and Outreach Coordinator. Oberlin Shansi is a non-profit organization that supports international educational and cultural exchange between Asia and Oberlin College, focusing on China, India, Indonesia, and Japan. This is a full-time 12-month Administrative and Professional Staff entry-level position reporting to the Assistant Director of Oberlin Shansi. The initial appointment is for two years, beginning on September 1, 2013.
The Campus and Outreach Coordinator will play a key role in expanding Shansi relationships and outreach with local, national, and international partners. This will include Read More
Jobs: 4 JET-relevant openings at CSI (Kentucky and Nagoya)
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See this JETwit article for more info about CSI: https://jetwit.com/wordpress/2011/02/21/jet-alums-run-thriving-translationconsulting-business-in-kentucky/
1. Bilingual Legal Translator/Interpreter (Japanese-English)
We’re looking for a motivated, bilingual translator/interpreter with in-depth legal knowledge and excellent communication skills to provide support in our legal department. Read More
Job: Postings from Idealist.org 6.24.13
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Via Idealist.org. Posted by Geneva Marie (Niigata-ken 2008-09) Geneva is a contributor to both JETwit and JETAANY. Geneva is on a continuous (epic) search for Japanese-related jobs in the United States. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Events and Marketing Manager, Partnership for Global Learning
Posted by: Asia Society
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive, with Benefits
Application Deadline: None Specified
Asia Society’s PGL (Partnership for Global Learning) Branch is seeking a manager who has experience with event and conference management, marketing services and programs, as well as partnership and constituency building. Bachelors’ degree required and 4-5 years of experience as an event planner preferred.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/32T968pGmK6W4/
Japanese Speaking Counselor Advocate
Posted by: New York Asian Women’s Center
Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
Application Deadline: None Specified
The New York Asian Women’s Center is seeking a counselor advocate to provide the comprehensive direct services that support the recovery of survivors and their children from domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. The intent is for all staff contributes towards client gaining self-sufficiency. Must be Fluent in English and Japanese (both written and oral). Experience with anti-violence work, the Asian community, criminal justice, client advocacy, and/or human trafficking, required.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/G5h8mfBzt8jd/
ELL Specialist
Posted by: New Jersey Department of Education
Type: Full-time
Location: Camden-Burlington, New Jersey
Salary: DOE
Application Deadline: None Specified
The English Language Learners (ELL) Specialist will play an essential role in monitoring the effectiveness of current ELL instructional support systems in order to inform the continuous improvement of those systems as measured by student achievement on assessments of English proficiency as well as formative and summative assessments aligned to the Common Core State Standards. The position requires an experienced educator in English as a Second Language, who understands the diversity of student needs within the ELL construct and can work with schools to develop programming that better meets individual student needs. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in education preferred. Knowledge of ESL/ and bilingual teaching strategies; Bilingual/ESL Certification required; experience with elementary and secondary schools.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/jptjPbBBDTBD/
