Are you dreaming of teaching English in Japan? Whether you're a new graduate, TEFL-certified educator, or career-changer, Japan’s demand for Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) and English instructors remains strong. This guide is tailored for overseas applicants looking to secure teaching positions from abroad for the upcoming Fall 2025 to Spring 2026 school year. Learn about top hiring companies, visa support, salaries, and what you need to prepare now to land a job in Japan.
🔹 ALT Dispatch & Public School Providers
🏫 Borderlink, Inc.
Location: Osaka Prefecture
Positions: Full-time & part-time ALTs in special support schools
Contract: May 21, 2025 – February 13, 2026
Salary: ¥225,000–¥245,000/month or ¥11,000–¥13,500/day
Benefits: Social insurance, paid holidays
🔗 Apply via GaijinPot | Jobs in Japan | SenseiJob.com
🦉 OWLS Co., Ltd.
Location: Fukuoka & Kyushu
Positions: Full-time ALTs in public schools
Salary: ¥220,000/month
Requirements: TESOL/TEFL cert, valid Japanese driver’s license, visa sponsorship available
🌐 Interac
Location: Nationwide
Positions: Full-time ALTs
Salary: ¥2.4M–¥3.0M/year
Requirements: Native-level English, must reside in Japan
🔗 Apply via GaijinPot | SenseiJob ALT Jobs
🎒 Joy Talk
Location: Saitama, Tochigi, Ibaraki
Salary: ¥210,000–¥250,000/month + transportation
Requirements: Conversational Japanese preferred, residing in Japan
🔗 Apply via Glassdoor | CareerEngine
📍 MY English School
Location: Yamagata Prefecture
Positions: Hybrid ALT/Main Teacher role
Salary: ¥270,000/month
Requirements: Conversational Japanese, driver’s license, visa sponsorship
🔗 Apply via Jobs in Japan | SenseiJob
🔹 University & Specialized Positions
🎓 Tokyo International University – GTI
Location: Greater Tokyo Area
Positions: Global Teaching Fellows (Lecturers)
Requirements: University degree, teaching experience
Highlights: Student-teacher ratio of 10:1, strong faculty support
🧬 Eisugakkan Junior & Senior High School
Location: Tochigi Prefecture
Positions: IBDP Biology and Junior High Science Teacher
Requirements: IBDP certification, teaching experience
🔹 Top ALT Job Boards
- ✅ GaijinPot Jobs – Major ALT recruiter listings
- ✅ SenseiJob.com – Focused exclusively on teaching jobs in Japan
- ✅ Jobs in Japan – Full-time, part-time & private school options
- ✅ Glassdoor – Reviews and ALT salary comparisons
- ✅ CareerEngine – University and international school listings
- ✅ JALT Publications – University-level ESL & TEFL jobs
💡 Tips Before Applying
- 📄 Make sure your resume and photo are Japan-ready. Download a free ALT resume template.
- 📍 Decide if you prefer a dispatch ALT role, private school, or direct hire by Board of Education.
- ✈️ Overseas applicants: Check visa sponsorship availability before applying.
- 🗓 Bookmark SenseiJob’s ALT Hiring Calendar to stay updated.
✅ Final Advice & Next Steps
The fall hiring season is competitive but full of opportunities. If you’re ready to live and work in Japan teaching English, now is the time to apply.
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