Kids Duo Full-Time English Teacher ◆Native English Speakers◆

Kids Duo Utsunomiya Higashiguchi School in Tochigi Prefecture is currently looking for passionate and enthusiastic teachers to join our team!

■ Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow the Kids Duo framework of lessons, while creatively developing your own personalized and unique approach to teaching
• Supervise and maintain the safety & well-being of students, model proper behavior, and teach fundamental social skills
• Cleaning and organizing
• Participate in occasional special events held on weekends/holidays (typically once per month; Halloween, Christmas, seasonal (Spring, Summer, and Winter), Spelling Bees, Speech Contests, etc.)
• Interaction with parents
• Promotional activities (handing out flyers, etc.)

■ What We Offer

• Starting monthly salary of ￥250,000 ~ ￥270,000
• Fully-paid comprehensive initial training, in addition to regular training workshops throughout the year
• Salary & career advancement opportunities based on performance
• 10 paid days of leave/year (after 6 months of employment), in addition to national holidays
• Work-related commuting costs reimbursed (transportation allowance MAX 50,000)
• Social Security & Health Insurance
• Visa sponsorship and renewal support

* Some contract details may vary depending on location.

■ Our Teaching Style
Kids Duo focuses on fostering students’ confidence and enthusiasm in English via interactive games and activities. Our motto is “Play in English, Learn in English,” and with this mentality in mind, we strive to create a fun, safe, and comfortable environment in which our students learn usable, real-life English.

Kids Duo teachers take turns leading and supporting of both large and small groups of students aged 3 to 12, a variety of highly active games and activities, including Arts & Crafts, Music & Dance, Social Studies, Outdoor programs, etc.

While a set curriculum and lesson plans for main activities are provided, teachers are expected to grow and expand on these foundations with their own unique and original games and lesson ideas; allowing ample creative freedom to personalize your teaching approach and inject passion and enthusiasm into your class.

Regular working hours fall within the hours of 9:00-20:30, Monday through Friday (occasional special events also held on weekends as well).

Discover Life in Utsunomiya Higashiguchi 
Where Nature, Culture, and Convenience Meet.
Utsunomiya Higashiguchi in Tochigi offers the perfect blend of nature, culture, and convenience. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, including the nearby Nikko National Park, it’s ideal for weekend adventures. As Japan’s "Gyoza Capital," the city boasts a vibrant food scene. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with a more affordable cost of living, while still being just an hour away from Tokyo by Shinkansen. Utsunomiya provides a rich cultural experience with local festivals and historical sites, making it a welcoming community where you can truly immerse yourself in Japanese culture.

Job Requirements

• English: Native level
• Japanese: None
• Must currently reside in Japan
• Proficiency in English at a native level
• Should be team-oriented, friendly, and able to adapt to a highly active work environment
• Previous work experience in childcare, teaching, or related fields is preferred
• Minimum of a 2-year associate degree (or equivalent) or an unrestricted working visa
• Visa sponsorship available

*Our curriculum puts emphasis on pronunciation and phonics practice.
Only applicants that are able to meet the highest standards of fluency will be considered.