How to Look for Teaching Work in Japan

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Join the JET Program.

   Regarding participating countries, the Jet program recruits the greatest number of teachers from the U.S. with a whopping 2879 recruits in
   2006.
   
   More on participating countries and do's and don'ts in the Jet application process at http://www.all-about-teaching-english-in-japan.com/teachESLabroad.html. , They are always looking for new recruits.
   
   But keep in mind that these companies generally offer entry level positions. , The free electronic newsletter O-Hayo Sensei
   -- http://www.ohayosensei.com
   -- reports 100+ currently available positions every two weeks; it's available by email or ftp.
   
   Also, do a search for "EFL job Japan" and see what you can find. , It is normally done through teacher-student matching websites where you can make an online teaching profile for any language including English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and many more.
   
   Lessons are normally conducted in coffee shops and restaurant but can also be done at the teacher or student's home. ,
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   Step 2: Hope to get in.

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   Step 3: If JET doesn't work out for you

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   Step 4: try one of the major English schools

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   Step 5: like Aeon or ECC.

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   Step 6: There are also job postings to be found on the Internet at places like http://www.japanenglishteacher.com - lots of English teaching jobs.

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   Step 7: Freelance teaching is another option if you want to earn some extra money and have more flexibility.

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   Step 8: Additional search items are "jobs in japan"

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   Step 9: "jobs overseas"

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    Step 10: "teach English in Japan"

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