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EFL Instructor for University Programs in Japan
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We are accepting applications for teaching positions on our University Program from applicants both inside and outside Japan for the fall 2026 term
Japan > Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, and Nagoya
Contract
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SalaryCompetitive Salary
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Degree RequiredYes
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RecruiterWestgate Corporation
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DescriptionWe are seeking highly motivated educators to teach English within university, extracurricular, and accredited programs throughout Japan. These positions are ideal for instructors interested in communication-focused English education, professional development, and teaching within Japanese educational institutions.
CONTRACT PERIOD:
- FALL TERM -September to December / January / February (approx. 3 to 5 months)
- SPRING TERM -April / May to July (approx. 3 to 4 months)
 LOCATION:
Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, and Nagoya
ABOUT WESTGATE:
Westgate aims to shape the future of English education in Japan. We have been providing conversation-based practical English lessons since 1983 and hire around 180 instructors every term. Generations of Japanese students have developed their communicative English skills and cultural awareness through our programs. As well as helping to shape the direction of our students’ lives and careers, we have also been a gateway to career development for countless English instructors around the world -
Benefits- Approximately 260,000 yen per month for instructors with a teaching certificate or qualification, but less than 499 hours of actual classroom teaching experience
- Approximately 275,000 yen per month or more for instructors with a teaching certificate or qualification who have 500+ hours of actual classroom teaching experience
- Approximately 275,000 yen per month or more for instructors who have 1000+ hours of actual classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching qualifications
- *Note: Compensation is based on an hourly rate of pay. Exact monthly earnings fluctuate but over the course of a contract period average out to the figures listed above
-HOUSING can be arranged at the cost listed below, which covers rent, utilities, and monthly maintenance fees:
- 81,000 yen per month for a private room in a social residence, or 98,000 yen per month for a studio-type apartment
- FLIGHT REIMBURSEMENT of up to 1,200 USD for those coming to Japan for Spring 2026
- WORKING VISA SPONSORSHIP is available
- RENEWABLE contract -
Requirements- University graduates with a bachelor's and/or more advanced degree, plus one of the following:
- An accredited TEFL Certificate
- Experience teaching EFL/ESL preferred
- 1000+ hours of EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching certificates, credentials or qualifications
- No Japanese language ability is required -
Date Posted29th May 2026
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