English Teacher - Osaka area, Japan
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About BE studio: 1700 schools, 2300 teachers, 40+ years of history
Benesse BE studio provides exciting language learning opportunities to children, starting as young as 9-months! The cute smiles, laughter and genuine interest of these young learners exemplify BE studio’s unique positioning in the market as we focus on teaching children, with having the majority of students being under the age of 6.
Teachers at BE studio enjoy the fun and interactive, activity based lessons just as much as the students. There is a bilingual lesson partner to provide support with classroom management and parent communication to ensure a fun, safe, productive environment. Combined with our small class size, of up to 8 students, BE studio creates a highly engaging communicative environment for young learners, to be expose to and exercise authentic English communication skills.
BE studio’s brand concept symbolizes such key features, as we pay great respect to, and encourage each student’s originality and character. We aim for our students to be able to collaborate across cultures, and create new value through "heartfelt communication.”
As part of the Benesse group, the leading education company in Japan, BE studio continues to bring impact to support with the development of English communication skills for young learners. There are also opportunities, in collaboration with the Benesse group, to expand your teaching experience and career development.
Core Responsibilities
Lesson delivery: 40-60 minute group lessons
Preparation: lesson plan review, room set up…etc.
Trial lesson delivery: for those considering enrollment
Participation in seasonal events, camps, special lessons, trainings, workshops
Customer communication: build rapport, maintain cordial relationships
Promotional support: work together with school staff
Curriculum, lesson plan, materials are all prepared
Teachers receive trainings, workshops, and mentor/trainer support
Qualifications and Requirements
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorTESOL/TEFL, Education, Early Childhood Development, Japanese preferred
Additional Requirements
Proficiency in English
Passion and care for teaching young children
Professionalism: team player, skilled communicator, proactive and respectful character
People skills: can build rapport, establish and maintain cordial relationships
Resilience: ability and will to learn and adapt to new culture, overcome challenges
Can attend interview/orientation conducted in the US
Preferred
Background in TESOL, TEFL, ESL, or relevant
Experience with children (e.g. babysitter, daycare/nursery, camp leader)
Experience in Japan (e.g. study abroad, travel, working holiday)
Japanese language: "beginner”, "just getting started” are welcomed!