Japanese Language Instructor

Detroit, MI, US, United States

Job Description

Global Kids Explore/ Kids Explore Japan is currently seeking experienced Japanese language instructors for long-term teaching assignments. Instructors will be placed in various public, private, and charter schools to deliver high-quality Japanese lessons to students in grades K-12, depending on the school's needs. Opportunities for after-school programs, Saturday sessions, and private tutoring are also available.

We are looking to expand our team with candidates who are caring, energetic, professional, dependable, culturally responsive, and dedicated to providing an enriching foreign language experience. While our current focus is on Japanese and Spanish language instruction, we are also interested in adding teachers of Chinese, Korean, French, Latin, and Hindi.

Requirements:



Must be proficient in Japanese with a Bachelor's degree in teaching and/or at least 5 years of teaching experience in a field related to child development. N2 or above on the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) or equivalent proficiency. Authorization to work in the United States. Teacher certification preferred, either in Japan or the U.S. Native Japanese speakers must be proficient in English and pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, preferably in education or child development. English speakers must be proficient in Japanese (N2 level) and pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, preferably in Japanese language, education, or child development. Strong classroom management skills. Experience working in urban school settings. Dependability, flexibility, excellent communication skills, integrity, compassion for under-resourced populations, accountability, and strong follow-through skills. Familiarity with child development for ages 5-17 is preferred. Talent in music, dance, or art is a plus. Some proficiency in a third language (Spanish, Chinese, French, Korean, Latin, Hindi) is a plus. Candidates with less experience but strong motivation will be considered for co-teaching positions.

Roles and Responsibilities:



Familiarize yourself with weekly lesson templates and integrate effective learning strategies. Arrive on time and prepared to teach with pre-approved lessons and learning objectives. Submit regular attendance and monthly timesheets promptly. Administer pre-tests and post-tests to all students. Provide real-time or weekly progress updates via email and feedback to the administration on areas of concern and success. Assist with field trip coordination.

Compensation:



Pay range from $25-$50 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

For any questions, please contact Tracee Patterson at info@globalkidsexplore.com.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

Detroit, MI (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Detroit, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD6049561
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Contract
  • Salary:
    25.0 50.0 USD
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Detroit, MI, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned