English Teacher at Nursery (Kyoto)

Kyoto, Japan

Full time

¥220,000-240,000 (Monthly)

Private Schools / Private Nursery School Teacher

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4/7/25

DO YOU LIVE IN JAPAN? YES (ONLY ACCEPTING IN APPLICANTS JAPAN)

Please include the following in your cover letter: (1) Visa Type, (2) Visa Expiry Date, and (3) Nearest Train Station.

Join the HOPPA Family - Fun-Loving English Teachers Wanted!

HOPPA is seeking passionate and energetic English teachers to join our team across multiple locations in Japan. Our pre-schools cater to children from 0 to 5 years of age, and we're looking for teachers who are excited about working with young learners.

Key Requirements:

  • Location: Must currently reside in Japan.
  • Language: Native-level fluency in English.
  • Visa: Must hold a valid work visa with at least 6 months remaining.
  • Experience: Experience with young children is preferred but not required. Training will be provided.

Position Highlights:

  • Contract: Full-time teaching position on a one-year contract, with the possibility of an extension or transition to a permanent role based on performance.
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM (1-hour break).
  • Holidays: Weekends and most public holidays off (118 days), plus 10 paid public holidays after 6 months.

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary: ¥220,000 to ¥240,000 per month.
  • Bonus: Two bonus payments annually (approximately equivalent to one month’s salary each).
  • Benefits: Health insurance, pension, and travel expenses (up to ¥30,000/month) covered.
  • Stability: Long-term job security with the possibility of a permanent contract.

Additional Allowance: In addition to the base salary, teachers also receive a government-provided "Treatment Improvement Allowance," which is included in the monthly paycheck. The amount varies by location and ranges from approximately ¥6,000 to ¥13,000 per month.

Why HOPPA?

  • HOPPA schools operate Monday to Friday, and teachers do not work on Saturdays unless there’s a special event or training.
  • Join a fun, positive work environment with a chance to grow and develop your career.

HOPPA is part of a larger network of 95 pre-schools across Japan, offering ample opportunity for career growth and development in cities including Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Kyoto, Shiga, Osaka, Hyogo, Hiroshima, Aichi, and Okinawa.