English Teacher Wanted in the Japanese Alps
🏫 Active English School
📍Tokyo, Japan
💰 Competitive Salary
English / ESL / TEFLJapaneseJob Description:
Teach English in the Japanese Alps!
Nagano Japan
Posted by: Active English School
Contact: activeenglishschool@gmail.com
* * * Teach English in the Japanese Alps! * * *
Active English School, located in Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and professional native English teacher to start in January 2027.
Our school is small, friendly, and family-owned, with students ranging from 2 years old to those in their 70s. Working with us offers a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students while experiencing Japanese culture and community life.
POSITION AVAILABLE:
Conversation Teacher at a private English school
For more information, please visit our website:
https://active-english-school.com/company/#company02
ABOUT SHIOJIRI:
Nagano Prefecture is centrally located in Japan, offering excellent access to hiking, skiing, snowboarding, and hot springs. Shiojiri is a small, quiet city just 20 minutes from Matsumoto and approximately 2.5 hours from Tokyo by train. You can enjoy a fulfilling teaching experience, grow professionally, and immerse yourself in Japan’s unique culture and lifestyle.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. Five-day work week with two consecutive days off and 4 weeks of paid vacation per year
2. Salary: 240,000 - 260,000 yen per month (depending on qualifications and experience)
- 250,000 yen for candidates with relevant certification or experience
- 260,000 yen for candidates with more than 2 years of teaching experience in Japan
3. One-year contract completion bonus: 80,000 yen
* Although the initial contract is for one year, we are seeking candidates interested in long-term employment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Visa sponsorship is available for qualified applicants.
- No Japanese language ability is required.
- Initial training is provided.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
1. Native speaker of English
2. Bachelor's degree
3. Valid driver's license from your home country and an International Driving Permit (IDP)
4. Trustworthy, flexible, and positive attitude
5. Enjoy teaching a wide range of students, from preschool children to adults
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. TESL/TEFL/CELTA certificate or equivalent
2. Previous English teaching experience (ESL/EFL preferred)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please download and complete our application form:
https://active-english-school.com/form/ActiveForm2026.docx
Then email it together with the following documents:
1. A cover letter explaining your teaching experience and why you would like to work in Japan
2. Your resume/CV
3. A recent photo
4. A copy of your degree certificate (Bachelor's degree or higher)
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Contact:
Takashi Nagahara
Active English School
E-mail: activeenglishschool@gmail.com
To apply, email activeenglishschool@gmail.com
👉 Apply Here: activeenglishschool@gmail.com
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