JAPAN wants native and non-native Teachers to teach English. Free two way ticket with high salaries & benefits. Apply any time.

 

I am not a citizen of an English speaking country. May I still apply?

Amity hires native and non-native English speakers. A candidate from a non-English speaking country must have completed their primary, secondary, and Bachelor’s Degree from institutions where English is the primary language of instruction.  Click requirements.

To become an Amity Teacher, candidates must:

Be native level speakers of English having conducted their schooling (from elementary school through university) in English. Have a Bachelor’s Degree (all majors considered). Candidates in the final semester of a Bachelor’s Degree are also welcome to apply.

Does Amity consider candidates without teaching experience?

Though experience working with children and teaching experience are considered assets, these are not requirements. Amity provides comprehensive training to all new Native English Teachers upon arrival in Japan.

What does NET stand for?

NET stands for “Native English Teacher”.

 May I complete the entire interview process via telephone or video conference?

Yes, currently, all interviews are conducted via video conference. Successful candidates will be invited to complete various stages of their interview using the Spark Hire platform. Interview process is subject to change in the future.

Qualities considered assets:

1. Experience working with children formally or informally
2. Sales and business experience
3. An outgoing and child-friendly personality

4. TEFL/TESOL  120 hr. International Standard Certificate

     Probably the only FREE 120 hr. International TEFL available online here.

5. Any knowledge of Japanese language.

Contract

The initial contract is for one year. 

Monthly Salary

275,000 yen before taxes and deductions US $ 1873
255,000 yen (monthly base salary) US $ 1737
20,000 yen (Fixed Non-Standard Work Time Allowance) US $ 136

Overtime

Based on the needs of the branch school, Native English Teachers may be required to work outside of their standard work time hours and will need to submit for overtime.

Bonus System

Amity offers a monetary bonus for Native English Teachers who teach 32 lessons or more on average per week for a calendar month.

Housing

A furnished, rent-subsidized, single-occupancy apartment is provided. Key money and deposits are paid for by Amity. The teacher pays 45,000 yen per month for rent while Amity pays any additional costs directly to the landlord. Teachers are responsible for all utility costs.

Social Insurance and Pension

Native English Teachers are enrolled in the Japanese Social Insurance System (Shakai Hoken) providing comprehensive health insurance and pension insurance

Transportation

Airfare to and from Japan is the responsibility of the English Teacher. Ground transportation to all company functions and commuting costs (if applicable) are covered. A Transportation Stipend of 60,000 yen is provided upon completion of the final contract for candidates hired internationally.

Training

 English Teachers receive one-week of paid Initial Training upon arrival in Japan. Accommodations for Initial Training are provided by Amity. Ongoing training, including a Shadow Week at the branch school and Follow-up Training, are provided throughout the contract period.

 Completion Bonus

A one-time cash bonus is provided upon completion of the final contract as follows:
12 months = 65,000 yen
24 months = 150,000 yen
36 months = 170,000 yen
48 months = 190,000 yen
60 months and more = 210,000 yen
For candidates hired domestically, the completion bonus scale differs. 

 TEFL is mandatory qualification to teach English abroad, it is a passport for teaching English to non native students abroad.

TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It is primarily teaching non-native speakers English without the use of translation. This means you won’t need to know their first language. TEFL teachers will need the knowledge and know-how of the methodologies to teach in this way. This is why teachers must first complete a TEFL course and gain the qualification. TEFL is widely used to teach English online in one-to-one or small group scenarios or to teach English abroad and is sometimes even used as an easier way to travel.
You should make sure that you get at least 120 hours of training, which is the industry benchmark for employers worldwide.

Some TEFL/TESOL/CELTA providers are recognized worldwide. Companies like TEFL freedom, teflinstitute,  TEFL educator  and NinjaTeacher.  are the most popular.  

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