Japan
Demand for teachersTESOL/TEFL Course Coach
Very High
Main TESOL regions
Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Kobe, Kyoto
Main types of teaching
Younger Learners:
General English
'Conversation Lounges':
Conversational English
Vocational Schools:
Conversational English, General English, ESP
In-company:
Conversational English, General English
'Cram Schools':
Conversational English, General English
Busiest periods
September - June
Qualifications
University Degree
English speaker
TESOL qualification
Age range: 18 - 60
Contract
1 year
Teaching Hrs/wk:
25-40
Airfare:
Sometimes provided
Healthcare:
Provided
Holidays:
Paid
Contracts are signed on a yearly basis (you may sign a 3 or 6 months contract as well).
Visa
Work permits arranged by employer
Salary
Pay is commensurate with a teacher's qualifications and experience.
Average per month:
¥220,000 - ¥320,000
Freelance Tutoring:
¥2,000 - ¥7,000/hr
Big Conversation Schools
Hours / Week:
35 - 40
Monthly Salary:
¥290,000 - 320,000
Hourly Rate:
¥2,000 - 3,000
Small/medium-sized conversational schools
Hours / Week:
20 - 25
Monthly Salary:
¥240,000 - 270,000
Hourly Rate:
¥2,000 - 3,000
Company classes
Hours / Week:
15 - 25
Monthly Salary:
¥300,000 - 350,000
Hourly Rate:
¥3,500 - 5,500
High school classes
Hours / Week:
20 - 30
Monthly Salary:
¥250,000 - 400,000
Hourly Rate:
¥3,000 - 6,000
Tax:
6 - 9%
Cost Of Living:
¥150,000 per month
Cost Of Living Ranking:
Tokyo 1st, Osaka 2nd
