LINGUIST List 15.720

Fri Feb 27 2004

Jobs: TESOL: Teacher, Language Institute of Japan

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  • lioj.geo, TESOL: ALT/English Teacher, Language Institute of Japan (LIOJ)

    Message 1: TESOL: ALT/English Teacher, Language Institute of Japan (LIOJ)

     Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2004 22:58:04 -0500 (EST)
    From: lioj.geo <lioj.geoyahoo.com>
    Subject: TESOL: ALT/English Teacher, Language Institute of Japan (LIOJ)




    University or Organization: Language Institute of Japan (LIOJ) Rank of Job: ALT/English Teacher Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics Required Language(s): English (Code = ENG)

    Description:

    Full-time English Teacher (public junior highs and language school) in Kanagawa

    Salary: 300,000 yen/month Starting date: orientation starts April 5, 2004, contract starts April 12, 2004

    For 28 weeks during the academic year, team teach English as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) at three public junior high schools, and participate in school life.

    Teach English in residential programs conducted through the language school several times a year. These programs include courses for business professionals (small groups), a summer workshop for teachers of English, and 3-day courses for high school students (short camp-type events, large groups).

    Duties also include performing various administrative duties, and developing materials for programs.

    This position is for a teacher who enjoys working with a variety of students in an array of programs, is highly organized with short/long-term time management skills, is able to work independently, likes being part of a team, is keen to be active in professional development, and is flexible. It is a challenging position.

    University degree (MA preferred) and two years teaching both adults and teens required. Demonstrated interest in teaching teens is important because much of the position is dedicated to junior high classes. Excellent writing skills are also necessary.

    Sponsorship is available. 62 days paid vacation at set times, completion bonus, end of service transportation bonus, and paid orientation (at half salary). Assistance in locating housing.

    Please apply by regular mail, email, or fax (fax preferred, 0465-23-1688 in Japan) including: a) cover letter* b) resume c) copy of diploma(s) d) one-page essay entitled ''Why I want to work at LIOJ'' e) three letters of recommendation from referees with first-hand knowledge of applicant's teaching.

    * In your cover letter please indicate where you saw our advertisement, and that you are applying for the ''ALT position.''

    Contact address: Search Committee LIOJ (Language Institute of Japan) Asia Center Odawara 4-14-1 Shiroyama Odawara, Kanagawa 250-0045 Japan

    Incomplete application packages will not be considered. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until a suitable candidate is found. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

    Applicants should view the frequently asked questions section of our homepage. For more information about LIOJ please visit our homepage at http://www.geocities.com/lioj.geo .



    Address for Applications:

    Attn: Search Committee Language Institute of Japan (LIOJ) Asia Center Odawara 4-14-1 Shiroyama Odawara, Kanagawa 250-0045 Japan

    Applications are due by 05-Apr-2004

    Contact Information: Stephen Shrader Email: lioj.geoyahoo.com Tel: 0465-23-1677 Fax: 0465-23-1688 Website: http://www.geocities.com/lioj.geo