Job: SEVIS Specialist/Assistant Director, ISSS – College of Staten Island (Staten Island, New York)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: SEVIS Specialist/Assistant Director, ISSS
Posted by: College of Staten Island
Location: Staten Island, New York
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alum Joseph Lavetsky for passing this on.
POSITION DETAILS
The College of Staten Island (CSI) is a City University of New York (CUNY) senior College organized around two academic divisions and three schools, with over 14,000 students. CSI offers a broad range of academic programs in the liberal arts and sciences, and in several professional areas. The College awards associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and clinical doctoral degrees, and in collaboration with The CUNY Graduate Center, numerous Ph.D. degrees. CSI’s internationally recognized faculty passionately engage in scholarly and artistic activities, and together with a strong professional staff, lead students through transformational learning experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. The College is situated on a 204-acre site, has recently incorporated a residential component, and is currently engaging in capital expansion. It is a hub of intellectual and artistic activity and a community partner and source of economic impact and job creation for the greater Staten Island area.
The College’s faculty, administration, and staff are committed to educational excellence as they instill in students an enduring love of learning and respect for pluralism and diversity. The College community recognizes its responsibility to strive for the common good, including an informed appreciation for the interdependence of all people, as well as providing students with the opportunities for successful future careers.
The SEVIS Specialist/Assistant Director of International Student & Scholar Services is a member of the professional staff team at the Center for Global Engagement at the College of Staten Island/CUNY. The Center for Global Engagement is a comprehensive international education office at the College of Staten Island (CSI) and includes services for international students and scholars, study abroad, and English language learning. The position serves to ensure that the institution is in compliance with regulatory matters pertaining to international students and scholars at the College of Staten Island and supports the Center for Global Engagement’s mission in international education by serving as part of the advising team for the international student and scholar population, including students enrolled in the English Language Institute (ELI).
JETAA Chapter Beat for April 2017
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Ryan Hata (Tottori-ken, 2014-Present) AJET National Council Director of Alumni Relations: Ryan is in his second year on the AJET National Council and first as the Director of Alumni Relations. He works alongside Rachel Brisson (AJET National Council Director of Alumni Resources ) and members of JETAA International (JETAA-I) to strengthen the relationship between former JETs, current JETs, and Japan. Ryan helps to keep you up to date with JETAA events around the world. If you have a specific event that you would like promote, please do not hesitate to contact him by email at ryan.hata@ajet.net or his Linkedin profile.
It’s almost spring time in the northern hemisphere and here in Japan, the sakura are starting to bloom. Check out if there are any hanami parties or other similar events from around the world!
When: April 3rd 6:30-8 pm CDT
Where: Japan Information Center 737 N Michigan Ave Ste 1000, Chicago, Illinois 60611
On Monday, April 3, JETAA Chicago will have our monthly member meeting!
We will discuss past events, upcoming events and welcome new ideas. We will also continue planning our Outgoing JETs events, Japan Off the Beaten Path.
For those unable to attend in person, please email info@jetaachicago.com if you would like to call or video into the meeting. We have successfully had call-ins, Google Hangouts, and Skype-ins in past meetings. Don’t hesitate to let us know you’d like to do that.
Our meetings are open to any and all JET Alumni. Dinner is provided to all who attend. Let us know if you have any food allergies or avoidances.
Email info@jetaachicago.com with any questions or any items you would like to add to the agenda.
Photo from JETAA Chicago’s Facebook event
2. JETAANSW
When: April 7th 6:30-8:30 pm DST
Where: Daruma Japanese Restaurant Level 1, Prince Centre 8 Quay Street, Haymarket, Sydney, Australia
Join JETAA and AJS for a casual dinner where you can eat delicious food and break out the Japanese-however limited or rusty.
Cost: $35 BUT say you are with JETAANSW and you will get a $5 discount! (This $30 includes tasty Japanese food for dinner.) There is a vegetarian option available and drinks are PAYG.
Register online: http://www.ajsnsw.org.au/
If you are interested in an a nijikai please register your interest by posting below or contacting Elly Kate or Ashlie (myself).
See you there!
Photo via JETAANSW’s Facebook event
3. JETAAMN
When: April 8th 11 am-2 pm CDT
Where: The Good Acre 1790 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113
***All particpants must RSVP AND pay the class fee in advanced to be considered as registered for the event*** Please go to the JETAAMN website to reserve your spot and pay! https://jetaamn.org/
Join JETAAMN and friends for another cooking class. This year’s theme is Omurice. Learn about Japanese cooking and eat the delicious results of your work! From 11am to 2pm!
Photo from JETAAMN’s Facebook event page
4. JETAASC
When: April 8th 8:30 am PDT
Where: 3051 Canyon Drive, 90068
SPRING THINGS!
Let’s take a hike JETs! (Morning Hollywood Sign hike and breakfast – plus optional music festival!)
When: Saturday, April 8th, 8:30 A.M.
Who: JETAASC and friends
Where: Meet at 3051 Canyon Drive, 90068
What: We will enjoy a light morning hike up to the Hollywood Sign where photos will be taken, and Instagrams updated. Then hike back down to enjoy a local brunch spot, TBD.
If you are further away, and want to make a day trip out of coming, then please join Greg and fellow JET alum Cindy for Broke LA, a music festival for people who can’t afford Coachella! It’s a $25 music festival, going from 3pm to midnight! More info is available here: http://brokelafest.com/
Don’t forget to RSVP for the hike and brunch! The concert is just a footnote for live music fans.
Questions? Comments? Feel free to email or text Greg at Social@jetaasc.org or 917.975.2067
Photo via JETAASC’s Facebook event
5. JETAAWJ
Charity Networking Brunch in Honor of US Consul General and Mrs. Greenberg
When: April 9th 11:30 am-2:30 pm JST
Where: Trente Et Un 〒650-0046 Hyogo Prefecture, Kobe, Chuo Ward, Minatojima Nakamachi, 6−10−1, 神戸ポートピアホテル31F
¥3,000 per person, with a portion of the cost being donated to the Ashinaga Foundation.
Join us as we express our appreciation for Consul General and Mrs. Greenberg. Meet JET alum Jay Klaphake, founder of TEDx Kyoto and TED x Ambassador, and Jeff Anderson, brother of Taylor Anderson. Limited to 15.
To RSVP, please e-mail Rose at jetaawj(at)gmail(dot)com.
Due to the popularity of the event and limited spaces, pre-payment will be collected to secure your seat. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Photo taken from JETAAWJ’s Facebook event
6. GLJETAA
When: April 9th 1 pm EDT
Where: The Detroit Bubble Tea Company 22821 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, Michigan 48220
Join us for great bubble tea and discussing the chapter!
Photo from GLJETAA’s Facebook event
7. JETAAMB
When: April 16th 3-5 pm PDT
Where: Starbucks 316 Alvarado Monterey, CA
Come join us for some Japanese conversation practice and a free cup of coffee courtesy of the JETAA Monerey Bay Subchapter at the Starbucks on 316 Alvardo in Monterey, CA. The first 20 people to come will receive a $5 Starbucks gift card. Please arrive between 3:00 – 3:15 to receive your free card.
Everyone can get a drink and sit down to practice their conversational Japanese skills. We encourage people have conversations with several different people. Be sure to take and share pictures. All levels of Japanese are welcome. We will be holding this event from 3:00 -5:00.
Photo from JETAAMB’s Facebook group
8. JETAASC
When: April 23rd 5-8 pm PDT
Where: Muzen Karaoke 7770 Vickers St, San Diego, California 92111
Let’s go Karaoke-ing!
Calling the tone-deaf, the anime-theme-song-obsessed, and Monster 80s lovers: Time to descend on San Diego and rock their socks off! MUZEN is a BYO-Food Japanese-Style joint with Sunday 5-8 happy hour deals on drinks AND room rates, so let’s keep the mics are glowing and Japanese pilsners flowing!
Bring a friend if you’re shy, and even if you can’t make it, please help spread the word by inviting your alumni friends to this event!
When: Sunday, April 23rd, 5:00 – 8:00PM
Where: Muzen Karaoke
7770 Vickers St, San Diego, California 92111
Photo via JETAASC’s website
When: April 23rd 9 am-12 pm PDT
Where: Vancouver, British Columbia
Calling all runners and walkers! Don’t miss one of Vancouver’s biggest annual races, the Sun Run!
*REGISTRATION ENDS ON MARCH 31ST – Register today!
Join the JETAABC Sun Run Team today and be a part of JET’s special 30th year anniversary! Simply follow this link, click “join existing team” and join JETAABC’s team* (by searching “jetaabc”).
https://
When you find the jetaabc team, the system will ask you for the passphrase.
jetaabc passphrase: jetaabc
As this is JET’s 30th anniversary, JETAABC will subsidize a portion of your registration. First 30 runners to sign up will receive a $15 subsidy!
To apply for your subsidy, please email your race registration receipt with a copy of your payment to external@jetaabc.ca and treasurer@jetaabc.ca. We will be sending out your subsidy in March. Look out for upcoming information about practice runs we will try to organize.
**Priority will go to JET alumni
There are a few community runs coming up! We won’t have official teams for these runs, but perhaps if there is enough interest, we can participate in these runs together!
Sunday, April 2nd in Coquitlam (5km, 10km) :
http://events.mec.ca/node/
Saturday, April 15th in Burnaby (10km, half-marathon):
http://events.mec.ca/node/
Easter Run, April 16th in Stanley park (5km, 10km):
http://www.easterrun.ca/
*Please note that early bird registration ($49 + tax) ends on February 10th, and regular registration ($57 + tax) ends on March 31st.
Photo from JETAABC’s Facebook event
10. NEJETAA
Calligraphy Exhibition and Workshop
When: April 28th 6 pm-8 pm EDT
Where: 420 Pond Street, Boston, MA 02130
Showa Boston will host a special Calligraphy exhibition and workshop on Friday, April 28th. A great way to kick off the Boston Japan Festival weekend! RSVP to Miyo Takahashi at mle@showaboston.edu by Friday, April 14.
Photo from NEJETAA.com
11. JETAA Portland
When: April 29th 1 pm-4 pm PDT
Where: At Demaree’s home in SE Portland, RSVP for directions to Veronica Adversalo.
Iron Chef 2017: JETAA Portland’s 15th Annual Cooking Competition!
It’s time to sharpen those knives and dig up your best recipes as contestants, judges, and other hungry mouths gather for one of our most popular (and delicious) events of the year!
Date: Saturday, April 29th
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: At Demaree’s home in SE Portland, RSVP for directions to Veronica Adversalo.
(Please respond by Thursday, April 27th and let us know what dish you plan to bring!) This is a BYOB event. Please plan on providing your own drinks.
There are three categories for Iron Chef entries:
- Side Dish
- Main Dish
- Dessert
There will be prizes awarded to the 1st and 2nd place winners in each category.
In addition to the above categories, cooking teams from JETAA Portland and Pacific Northwest JETAA chapters will be facing off in our “Battle with Seattle” using this year’s secret ingredient: shokupan from Oyatsupan Bakers in Beaverton, Oregon.
We are inviting the Pacific Northwest JETAA chapter to join us for this event. This is a great opportunity to meet the members from the PNW chapter of JETAA. They will be traveling from Seattle to attend our Iron Chef event and using the “Tatami Timeshare” program to stay with Portland-area members.
Hope to see you there!
Iron Chef FAQ
Q: Do I have to cook something to attend Iron Chef?
A: No, but please consider bringing a store bought food or beverage to share with the group. Please note that store bought items cannot be entered for prizes.
Q: Do I have to use the secret ingredient in my dish?
A: No, the secret ingredient is only required for the “Battle with Seattle” cook-off between Team JETAA Portland and Team Pacific Northwest JETAA.
Q: Can I prepare my dish during the event?
A: Possibly, but please be aware that the kitchen facilities will be reserved for the “Battle with Seattle” cook-off teams. We strongly encourage you to bring your side dishes, main dishes, and desserts ready to serve.
Q: Can I bring my significant other / kids / friends?
A: Of course! This is a family-friendly event and the more people that come the merrier! Please include any extra guests in your RSVP.
Photo from JETAA Portland’s Website
WIT Life #311: Premium Friday
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WIT Life is a periodic series written by professional Writer/Interpreter/Translator Stacy Smith (Kumamoto-ken CIR, 2000-03). She starts her day by watching Fujisankei’s newscast in Japanese, and here she shares some of the interesting tidbits and trends along with her own observations.
A little over a month ago Japan began a new public-private initiative c
alled Premium Friday (aka プレミアムフライデー or プレ金) as part of ongoing labor reform efforts from the government. This monthly event will take place on the last Friday of each month, and its official launch was on February 24th. The idea for Premium Friday was conceived by the Japan Business Federation, and the concept is that employers let their employees leave at 3 p.m. on the final Friday of the month. This is not just an altruistic move the Federation is making on behalf of workers; the goal is to have shorter hours boost productivity and encourage consumer spending. It is also a response to the suicide of a 24-year old employee at Japan’s largest advertisement agency Dentsu in December of 2015, which authorities ruled was a result of overwork.
At the start there were 130 companies that actually implemented Premium Friday, and 4000 have applied for the official logo (pictured above). Of those already on board the majority are larger companies, and only 3.7 percent of Tokyo area employees took part in the inaugural event. Statistics for the second Premium Friday which took place today have not been released yet, but considering that March 31 is the end of Japan’s fiscal year and one of its busiest days overall, it it likely that participation was not stellar. For those who took part last month, some of the activities people engaged in were Read More
Job: International Student Advisor – Hofstra University (Hempstead, NY, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: International Student Advisor
Posted by: Hofstra University
Location: Hempstead, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alumni Zach Piper (Kochi-ken) for the following opening:
Position – International Student Advisor (Part-time) for International Student Affairs
Summary:
This position is responsible for advising international students with immigration matters related to their stay and issue required government documents to international students to ensure their status.
Responsibilities:
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Serving as Designated School Office (DSO) in Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS)
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Reviewing and issuing documents to new incoming international students
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Reviewing and issuing documents to current students applying for extension, reduced course load, curricular practical training (CPT), change major or travel signature
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Assisting international students with OPT related applications and OPT employment updates requests
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Advising international students clearly and accurately on immigration matters
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Complying with SEVIS reporting requirement
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Working with international student affairs team, administrators, faculty on campus
Job: Assistant Curator of Education – Palm Beach County (Delray Beach, FL, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Assistant Curator of Education
Posted by: Palm Beach County
Location: Delray Beach, FL, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Thanks to JET alumna Wendy Lo (Toyama-ken) for the following job opening:
ASSISTANT CURATOR OF EDUCATION (40 hrs/week)
Position reports to: Curator of Education
Position Description:
The Assistant Curator of Education will be responsible for the creation and implementation of educational programs and materials, with a strong emphasis on children (K-12) activities and programs. This includes K-12 tour programs, Summer Tour Plus program, educator guides, teacher development workshops, outreach programs, and K-12 museum programs. The position requires a creative, dynamic and hands-on individual. The individual will be working closely with the Curator of Education and Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator in the development and implementation of programs. The person must be able to work weekends and evening events.
Specific Responsibilities and Duties:
- Work with Youth and Outreach Coordinator to create and implement museum educational programs and outreach for children and families.
- Create curriculum for children tours and educator guides
- Develop and implement programs for public and private school collaborations
- Be the PBC School District and other collaborations liaison
- Plan and implement teacher professional development workshops
- Develop, implement, and oversee the MORY and Summer Tour Plus (STP) program activities with the Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator
- Work with the Curator of Education and Curatorial department to create content and design layout for exhibit guides and other museum publications
- Work with Curator of Education and Curatorial department in developing and managing the children exhibit spaces
- Work with the Curator of Education with the docent program: educate, guide, monitor tours, create study guides
- Mentor and supervise Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator and Education Program Coordinator on projects as needed
- Perform outreach when necessary
- Assist the Curator of Education as needed
- And other duties as specified
Job: Manager of Box Office & Administrative Services – Japan Society (New York, NY, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Manager of Box Office & Administrative Services
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job via Idealist:
This position manages three critical organizational functions: Box Office and Visitor Services, program operations, and office services. The position interfaces with the public, vendors and staff. The Manager of Box Office and Administrative Services is responsible for supervising the Visitor Services Associates, and the Finance and Administration Department’s Administrative Assistant.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Read More
Hey JET alum parents! Discover Canada with your kids!
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Look no further for family travel inspiration
Jody Robbins, a Tottori ALT from 1994-1997, has just written her first book! Published in May, 2016. 25 Places in Canada Every Family Should Visit is the ultimate guide to family travel in the Great White North. This year Canada celebrates its 150th year. From coast to coast, north to south, the country will be aflutter with events and celebrations, making 2017 the best time to discover Canada with your family.
Families have different travel needs, and Robbins gives the scoop on affordable hotels, worth-it attractions and nature hideaways, in addition to piquing the interest of young travellers with quirky, kid-friendly facts. Catering to families such as her own, she’s pulled together 25 of Canada’s best family-friendly destinations and compiled in-depth profiles for each, providing more than a few ideas to keep even the most active of families busy.
She also offers loads of how-to advice to make family travel a more pleasant experience. Robbins reveals how creativity and managing expectations go a long way to rekindling romance, offers practical advice on how to see the world for less and dishes on how to survive long road trips.
You can support this alumnus by ordering her book online (it makes a great gift!) or sharing the word with your friends.
And please visit Jody’s blog Travels with Baggage for lifestyle tips and inspiration.
Job: Corporate Giving Manager – Japan Society (New York, NY, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Corporate Giving Manager
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job via Idealist:
Japan Society, celebrating its 110th anniversary in May 2017, is an internationally-recognized, multidisciplinary hub for global leaders, artists, scholars, educators, and English and Japanese-speaking audiences seeking access to information on Japan, opportunities to experience Japanese art and culture, and to foster dialogue on issues important to the U.S., Japan and East Asia. Japan Society sponsors more than 100 events annually through its art gallery, performing arts program, film festival, speakers’ series, business and policy presentations, and Japanese language school. Japan Society is a nonprofit, nonpolitical organization located in a landmark building near the United Nations. Japan Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and welcomes a diverse workforce.
CORPORATE GIVING MANAGER
The Corporate Giving Manager outreaches to U.S., Japanese and international corporations to become corporate members so the corporation and its employees can benefit from the dynamic and wide-ranging cultural, business and public policy programs sponsored by Japan Society.
Job: Reporter/Researcher – Yomiuri Shimbun (New York, New York)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Reporter/Researcher
Posted by: New York Bureau of The Yomiuri Shimbun
Location: New York, NY, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the company:
The Yomiuri Shimbun is Japan’s largest daily newspaper. We are headquartered in Tokyo and have 26 international bureaus, three of which are in the United States: New York, Washington, and Los Angeles.
Website: http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/
English-language site is: http://the-japan-news.com/
Qualifications: Applicants must have a strong interest in current affairs, especially international relations. An interest in journalism combined with attention to accuracy and the ability to multitask effectively under deadline is required. Applicants should already be based in New York region.
Description: Main duties involve assisting Japanese United Nations correspondent by covering the Security Council and other UN bodies. This includes press briefings, tracking relevant stories, arranging and conducting interviews, doing research, coming up with story ideas, etc. Applicant may also be required to work other news areas including national politics, business, sports, breaking news, etc.) as the situation warrants. Some transcribing of briefings and interviews is also required.
Applicants must be prepared to work occasional overtime. This is a full-time position. Compensation includes medical/dental benefits, and 401(k).
Application Procedure: Please email cover letter and resume. No phone calls, please. Applicants must be available for in-person interviews
Email letter and resume to:
Makoto Yoshiike, New York, Bureau Chief, Yomiuri Shimbun at yominyjob2017@gmail.com
Fishmongers, Seafood Wrapper, Cooks, Crew Members – Uwajimaya, Inc. (Seattle, WA, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Fishmongers, Seafood Wrapper, Cooks, Crew Members
Posted by: Uwajimaya, Inc.
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here are some jobs via PNWJETAA:
KAI MARKET by Uwajimaya is a new boutique market concept, slated to open in vibrant South Lake Union next month. We have a few more positions to fill and would love to see some JET Program alumni in the applicant pool! We already know you’re passionate about Japan/Asian cultures and food. Join our crew and be a part of history. Come to our next hiring event to find out more.
Uwajimaya, Inc. is the largest Asian grocery/gift store in the Pacific Northwest. In the last 89 years, Uwajimaya has evolved beyond being a basic grocery store and has become a popular destination for loyal local customers as well as tourists.
Our mission is to be the premier place for our patrons to come and experience the Asian cultures and foods, by providing exceptional customer service, positive attitudes, and a diverse variety of high quality food and merchandise. Read More
Job: Japanese Language Instructor – Green River Community College (Auburn, WA, USA)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Japanese Language Instructor
Posted by: Green River Community College
Location: Auburn, WA, USA
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job via PNWJETAA:
POSITION: Japanese Language Instructor – 1 YR Contract
Essential Responsibilities:
Teaching first and second year Japanese courses as well as other courses related to the field. Other responsibilities include: student advising, involvement in curriculum development and revision, evaluation and hiring of adjunct faculty as needed for the Japanese program, as well as the development of activities to enhance the department’s presence on campus and the recruitment of students. Faculty members are expected to be involved in division and campus meetings, committees and other community activities as well.
FULL DETAILS here.
Job: Local Japanese Language Instructor – Council on International Educational Exchange (Tokyo, Japan)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Local Japanese Language Instructor
Posted by: Council on International Educational Exchange
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the NPO:
Job opening:
Local Japanese Language Instructor for US college-level course in Tokyo, May 18 to June 26
Compensation:
150,000 yen for entire period + up to 10,000 yen transportation + textbook costs
When:
May 18 to June 26, 2017. 23 weekday classes, 2 hours each, for 45 credit hours. Exact times TBD, but classes are during the day and should end by about 3:30pm.
Description:
The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Tokyo Study Center, located on Sophia University (上智大学) Campus, is searching for a Local Japanese Language Instructor to teach a college course running from 5/18 to 6/26, 2017, using materials from the textbook “Genki II.” Previous experience with the Genki textbook is not necessarily required, but the Local Instructor must be confident in his/her ability to adapt to the materials. This course is for a short-term study abroad program for a US university and will be led by a language instructor from that university. The Local Instructor will work under the supervision and guidance of the US University Instructor to achieve the learning outcomes set by the US University. The Local Instructor will need to meet at times with the University Instructor outside of class for course planning purposes.
To apply
To apply, please email your Cover Letter and CV in Japanese and/or English to Darren Biggs (dbiggs@ciee.org) by Friday, April 14. Priority may be given to early applicants.
Preferred Qualifications:
University degree and/or Japanese teaching certification, and previous experience teaching Japanese language.
For more information about CIEE, visit www.ciee.org.
Job: JET Program Coordinator – Japan Exchange and Teaching Program (Washington, D.C.)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: JET Program Coordinator
Posted by: Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job via JETAADC:
About the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program
The JET Program is the government of Japan’s most successful exchange program, sending over 62,000 participants to Japan since 1987 to serve as Assistant Language Teachers and Coordinators for International Relations. The program aims to enhance English language education at the primary and secondary school levels, and promote international exchange by fostering ties at the grassroots level between Japanese and foreign youth.
Position Description
Under the supervision of the Education Counselor, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the screening process for applications for all U.S. candidates, recruitment and interviewing of applicants in the D.C./Maryland/Virginia area, and preparing successful candidates for departure. This position will also involve liaising with the JET Alumni Association of Washington, D.C. and assisting with other projects within the Education Counselor’s portfolio as necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Program promotion through recruiting events (career fairs, information sessions, etc.) and social media outreach efforts
- Implementation of the online application system, application screening, and responding to applicant inquiries
- Coordination of the review and interview processes, including scheduling and serving as point of contact with review and interview committee members
- Planning and execution of events, including logistical support, coordinating volunteers, and conducting presentations
- Communicate and collaborate with other JET Program Coordinators at Japanese Consulates in the U.S.
- Other duties assigned at the discretion of the Education Counselor or senior JET Program Coordinators
Job: Executive Director – National Japanese American Citizens League (Washington, D.C. [preference] or any regional office)
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Posted by Sydney Sparrow, an ALT currently living in Toyota City. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Executive Director
Posted by: National Japanese American Citizens League
Location: Any Regional Office with a strong preference in the Washington, D.C. Office
Contract: Full-time
Thanks to JET alumna, Therese Stephen (Iwate-ken) for passing along this job opportunity:
JAPANESE AMERICAN CITIZENS LEAGUE
Masao Satow Building * 1765 Sutter Street * San Francisco, California 94115
Phone: (415) 921-5225 * Fax: (415) 931-4671 * Website: www.jacl.org * Email: jacl@jacl.org
Title: Executive Director
FLSA: Exempt
Reports To: National JACL Board
Status: Regular Full-Time
Position Location: Any Regional Office with a strong preference in the Washington, D.C. Office
Headquarters: San Francisco, CA Office
Regional Offices: Los Angeles and San Francisco, CA; Chicago, IL, Washington D.C.
General Summary
The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the National Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) 501C(3) charitable organization. The Executive Director reports to the National JACL Board, and is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives.
The Executive Director serves as the spokesperson for the JACL on civil rights issues and concerns which are related to the objectives of the JACL; and manages and directs the administrative, program, and policy affairs of the National JACL organization.
Essential Functions
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Provide leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the National JACL Board and staff, and carry out plans and policies authorized by the National JACL Council and the National JACL Board.
- Accountable for financial management and accounting, property and maintenance of physical facilities, equipment, disbursement, and expenditure of funds, and revenue development activities for non-Pacific Citizen operations.
- Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization, with the exception of the Pacific Citizen, to carry out its work
- Serve the JACL as the chief advocate and spokesperson to the general public, including mass media, government, business, coalition partners, and community. Read More
Job: Internationalization Coordinator for Ichinoseki City – Ichinoseki City (Iwate, Japan)
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Position: Internationalization Coordinator for Ichinoseki City
Posted by: Ichinoseki City
Location: Iwate, Japan
Contract: Full-time
Here’s a job opportunity forwarded to us by JET alumna Therese Stephen (Iwate-ken):
Ichinoseki City is seeking a native English speaker with proficiency in Japanese and an interest in helping to bring the proposed International Linear Collider (ILC) project to fruition.
- Maintaining the English page of Ichinoseki City’s ILC website (this website), and pro-active use of ILC Facebook and Twitter accounts
- Maintaining Ichinoseki’s English Living Guide. The guide can be accessed from the left hand side of the Ichinoseki City website: http://www.city.ichinoseki.iwate.jp/
- Translation of Japanese newspaper articles related to the ILC, the quarterly newsletter “ILC News”, letters written by the mayor, etc. Translation of English content into Japanese is also required at times
- Interpreting for the mayor, for researchers when they visit from abroad, etc
- Writing about local ILC events or initiatives
- Using email and the telephone (in English and Japanese)
- Participating in ILC-related events
- Gathering and sharing information
- Helping other divisions in the city office with matters of international exchange etc
- Collaborating with organizations, international residents, etc.
