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Teaching English in foreign countries is an experience full of culture and adventure. Japan is no different. The country is beautiful, there are plenty of opportunities for teachers, and the salary is fairly decent. Even entry-level teachers can find a career in instructing Japanese students on the English language. There are many resources that can educate you on how to teach English in Japan.
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Tips
- Make sure you have your passport a long time in advance, so that you are prepared to start a job when needed.
- You must have a college degree in anything in order to be eligible to teach English in Japan.
- Find your job online and line everything up before flying to Japan.
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Introduction
So you're interested in teaching English abroad to Japanese students? This is a huge opportunity for brand new teachers, and doesn't require a teaching certificate. You can't just fly over and expect things to work out, though. There are many considerations that you should be aware of before making the decision to teach students the English language in Japan. -
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The video is one person's story of how they obtained their career teaching in Japan. It is quite informative; the speaker talks about the necessary forms and educational requirements, and also the personality traits that are crucial to being a successful teacher in Japan. He also talks about his personal experiences with moving to Japan. This is a four part series that continues on with detailed information for anyone interested in learning how to teach English in Japan.
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Step 1: Obtain a Passport
You will need a U.S. Passport in order to travel over to Japan. It's important to get this as early as possible, because as you start searching for job opportunities you may be required to start on a moment's notice. A passport will generally take 4-6 weeks to receive, however rush service is available to get the passport in two weeks. The passport costs right around 100 dollars with all of the fees. You will need to bring 2 photos, a birth certificate, and a proof of identity such as a Driver's License. -
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Step 2: Get a Working Visa
The only way to legally teach English in Japan is to obtain a working visa. You must have a university degree (not necessarily in teaching). There are no exceptions to this rule. There are several forms to fill out and you have to provide your original college degree as proof. It generally take 2-3 months for the process to complete, and the visa issued is usually for a duration of 1-3 years. -
Step 3: Search Online For a Job
You don't actually have to fly over to Japan in order to job hunt. There are many job classifieds sites to search for opportunities online. In addition, there are many agencies who will assist you with your plans to travel to Japan and obtain a teaching career. Do your online research first and find a good reputable site to search for jobs on. -
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Step 4: Get a Certificate of Eligibility
After a company has made the decision to hire you, they will send you a Certificate of Eligibility. Once you have this, you need to take it to a consulate to have your visa added to this. -
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Teaching English in Japan –No Fluff or Hype. What You Need to Know ...
Teaching English in Japan - A monster load of information on jobs in Japan. Interview tips with Aeon, ECC, Berlitz, Geos. Free Japanese lessons, how to get started teaching in Jap...all-about-teaching-english-in-japan.com -
Japan Exchange and Teaching Program
Official Homepage of The Japan Exchange and Teaching Programmejetprogramme.org
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