No University Degree Required!

Internships in Japan for Preschool, Bible English, and English Homestay Roles. 

 

Our 12-Point Pre-applicant Requirement Checklist:

1 Native English Speaker (and/or Native Japanese Speakers)

2. Graduated high school or higher.

3. Over 20 years old or open to online/remote work.

4. No College Degrees, unless student debts are fully cleared.

5. Applicants only from North America, Europe, Australasia, and South Africa shall be processed here. A separate platform for Filipinos and Singaporeans is available at a different site later this yaer.

6. Willing to commit a minimum of 3 years with us for skill development, or only 2 years if you are already in the country. Also, no drinking, driving or dating the first year or two for that would not be the purpose of your mission, initially. 

7. Daily reading of the Word and obedience to its principles.

8. Reborn for 3 years or more and engaged in ministry of some type.

9. Aligned with a mission-focused organization, a "dispatcher".

10. Both prayer and some financial support from your home base are required.

11. An official sending letter (not a mere recommendation) is required.

12. Able and energetic at teaching the Bible and/or English to children of all ages without complaining that there is not enough Bible teaching time, for example.

 

Your Story Matters: Join Our "Far East Journey"

These requirements, policies, and stories are more than just words – they're an invitation to share your unique narrative. We understand that not everyone will take the time to delve into these details, and even fewer will respond naturally in a way that resonates with us. To us, it's not about your professional history, a resume, and a few facts; we want to know your story. If you're genuinely interested in joining our mission in the Far East, ask H.S. how to respond. We value personalized connections and look forward to learning more about the journey that is leading you here to have a Heart for Japan.

 

Job Brief: 

There are Opportunities for Faithful Educators: 

Teach Bible and English in Japan

Christian Evangelical Churches in Japan are seeking dedicated individuals to teach Bible and English to preschoolers, and English to young children. Whether you're considering teaching online to gain experience or envision setting up your own school or homestay in the countryside, there are diverse opportunities to choose from. We extend a warm welcome to Native English Speakers (NES) and Native Japanese Speakers (NJS) who share a belief in the Bible and find joy in teaching both children and adults. Join us in fostering a spirit of learning and faith in a vibrant, growing community in Japan.

 

Opportunities available:

A) Christian Preschool and Eikaiwa School Teacher -- combo: ages 2 and up (FT)

B) Conversation English School Teacher -- ages 5 through 15 and up (FT)

C) English Homestay in Japan -- investors and volunteers only

D) Volunteer Online Teachers -- volunteer or get ¥500 per session

E) Front End/Back End Programming Volunteers with the end goal to be a Bible English Teachers as well in Japan.

F) Online Community Builders aspiring to become teachers.

G) SMM Volunteers with a desire to become teachers as well.

 

While our primary focus is on category (A) which involves working with children as young as two years old, we're curious to know if any other categories pique your interest and why. Share your story with us. What’s your narrative:

[Share your story here]

 

 

 

Job Descriptions:

Positions and locations vary based on availability. Currently we have some full-time missionary salary openings near Osaka and/or Nagano. Teaching positions at Christian English Schools in Japan offer a minimal salary, sometimes reaching the maximum allowed under local immigration regulations for the "religious activities" work visa category. While this may be modest, it aligns with the living standards for both nationals and expatriates in this work category, usually under $1000 and/or housing provided.

Depending on the school, Preschool and "After School" English learning systems may adopt both an immersive and kinaesthetic approach, incorporating hands-on and activity-based methods, or even implementing a Montessori program. The focus is on teaching morals directly correlated to the Bible, particularly with preschoolers. Work involving slightly older children has less emphasis on biblical teachings, making the preschooler positions more suitable for those seeking a stronger focus in biblical ministries.

 

For family and group ministry and helping others to embrace an Agape lifestyle, English Homestays offer a natural avenue for sharing truth organically. Similar to offering grace before meals or expressing praise and thanksgiving throughout the day, these practices seamlessly integrate into any homestay experience. Learning language during homestays extends to understanding one's culture, creating a mutually beneficial situation for sharing what is true to your heart. When done naturally, it is not only non-offensive but also intriguingly valuable to most Homestay students. People are genuinely interested in the kind of generosity and kindness rooted in Agape, further proof of a loving God who desires the best for them. Who doesn’t want more love and goodness in their lives?

While the Bible is gaining popularity in East Asia, it seems to be facing increased notoriety in the West. However, Japan appears open to a potential floodgate, a tsunami of Love so to speak, reminiscent of the transformation witnessed in Korea in the past century. South Korea transitioned from being over 70% Buddhist to nearly 60% Christian in the 20th century. We are optimistic about such positive developments on the horizon for Japan and have ambitious visions, also in rural areas away from big cities. English Homestays can serve as a catalyst for rural ministry, sowing seeds of benefit and hope both spiritually and financially. Currently, we are seeking volunteers and investors interested in managing or owning countryside inns and teaching facilities surrounded by abundant nature, beautiful hot springs, and more.

 

For individuals under 20 and those seeking experience, beginning with online teaching, even if initially unpaid, Online English to Japan offers a safe and valuable path to grasp insights into Japan, the Japanese language, and effective English teaching methods for Japanese learners. These experiences help in becoming a better English and Bible teacher before venturing into the Far East. We encourage NES teachers to aim towards eventually becoming English and Bible Teachers in Japan once their skills are refined.

As we set plans in motion, assistance is needed in various digital aspects and planning. If you have expertise in front end, back end, SMM, SMS, or other content and marketing skills and aspire to be an English teacher as a missionary or run your own homestay, please let us know how you hope to assist us in ministry.

Reflect on which of the seven categories interests you most and why. Share how God is guiding you and why you are drawn to East Asia, particularly Japan.

 

 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a minimum commitment of a couple of years, refraining from resigning before or after the final week of March, especially before March 25th. Adequate advance notice is necessary to secure a replacement person's missionary visa upon departure. Certain provisions may be considered for exceptional circumstances.
• Reimbursements may be provided after the third school year of employment.
• Accommodation is provided, excluding essential lifeline and lifestyle items. Utilities, food, and clothing are the responsibility of the employee.
• Local transportation and a granny bike for work purposes will be provided.
• Arrive 15 to 20 minutes before classes commence for necessary preparations, meetings, and to dedicate this time to pray for students by name before their arrival.
• Design a tailored curriculum suitable for students' needs and proficiency levels, keeping it simple for younger learners.
• Collaborate closely with your Japanese team teacher, who handles grammar in the second half of classes. This allows for a stronger focus on conversational materials, aligning themes when possible.
• Restrict Japanese usage in the classroom to explaining grammar terms, followed by echoing their English equivalents, to facilitate a more immersive learning environment.
• Most schools prioritize an all-English environment for NES teachers. Please indicate any experience with English immersion techniques or teaching English-only EFL classes in the notes section.

 

Basic Requirements Reviewed Again:

• Preferred: Native English or Japanese Speaker (NES/JES).
• High school graduate, GED, or higher education.
• Over 20 years old, except for volunteering or online teaching.
• Preferred: No college degree unless debt-free.
• Preferred Passport Holder: North America, Europe, Australasia, or South Africa.
• Willing to commit for 2 years with a commitment to excellence.
• Regular prayer, reading, and meditation on the Word.
• Missinoary Visa Requirement: Christian for 3 years or more, actively practicing faith.
• Submitted to a pastor or minister who can act as the Sending Church Dispatcher.
• Prayer and some financial support from a home base increase accountability and improve the likelihood of joining us in Japan.
• Energetic and capable of teaching the Bible and English effectively.

 

 

Roles:

• Must genuinely enjoy working with children and creating a positive learning environment for them.
• Application of healthy borders and boundaries as by Mr. Cloud puts forth in his book Boundaries for Kids. It’s a must read.
• Maintain high energy levels and enthusiasm for engaging young students through creative and interactive teaching methods.
• Effectively implement positive correction techniques, offering constructive feedback and reinforcement.
• Stay focused on your goals for each students, teaching materials, and ensure organization and preparedness for each lesson.
• Foster a creative and inspirational learning environment by adapting to students' needs and staying in the present. 
• Uphold high moral and ethical standards, serving as a positive role model in and out of class. For example, refrain from jaywalking, especially in front of the school while in uniform. 

 

 

Dynamic Strategies to Enhance Student Engagement:

Take the time to explore innovative teaching approaches to captivate students through visual, tactile, and kinesthetic learning styles. This can include incorporating games, puzzles, arts-and-crafts, and collaborative activities to promote hands-on participation and boost comprehension. Learn to foster critical thinking skills through group thinking and collaboration, and discover the power of integrating physical actions and movement into lessons. Utilize visual aids, whiteboard interactions, and gamification elements to make learning enjoyable, motivating, and enhance retention. Practice proactive lesson planning, including the use of materials that support diverse learning styles, and highlight the significance of breaks for optimal student processing and engagement. Teaching strategies like these will create a stimulating and effective learning environment. 

 

In summary:

• Plan and prepare well in advance with materials and activities.
• Utilize games, puzzles, drawings, and arts-and-crafts.
• Encourage group thinking and fostering critical thinking skills.
• Integrate physical actions and movement, including gestures, role-plays, and actions related to the content being taught, to facilitate active learning.
• Use visual aids, charts, diagrams, and illustrations.
• Leverage the whiteboard for interactive learning.
• Introduce elements of gamification or challenges.
• Use point systems, rewards, and prizes to make the learning process engaging and enjoyable, enhancing motivation and participation.
•  Combine both kinesthetic and immersive teaching styles.
• Recognize the importance of breaks and varying the pace of the lesson, allowing students time to process information and providing opportunities for physical movement and relaxation.

 

 

Qualities, Skills, and Procedures:

Applicants must be fluent in English and knowledgeable in the Bible.

A four-year degree is not mandatory, but candidates must be over 20 years old.

Applicants without a degree have showen higher work satisfaction and commitment rates. 

Preference is given to those without a degree, offering benefits like financial freedom and on-the-job training value.

Positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential, with training provided for suitable candidates.

Adaptability, kindness, and common sense are crucial, especially in the Far East's unique cultural context.

Emphasis on teamwork is key, with teachers expected to collaborate and socialize as a group.

A cheerful demeanor, confidence, and love are encouraged.

Note that the Mission Church will assist in obtaining a Missionary Visa.

Communicating ministry goals is encouraged for better facilitation of individual needs.

A commitment of more than one year is required for eligibility for a Religious Activities Visa (RAV).

For those with less than three years of religous involvement, the RAV application will be denied by immigraions Japan.

Our organization will solely process Religious Activities Visas on your behalf for work in Japan.

 

 

Eligibility:

• Native English Speakers (NES)— Applicants from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, United Kingdom, USA, South Africa, or if K-12 was entirely in English. 
• For Japanese passport and ID holders, fluency in Japanese is essential for effective parent communication and assisting with children's homework. Also, some level of English fluency is also essential. 
• Filipinos, Singaporeans, and candidates from other regions are eligible if their K-12 education was conducted entirely in English. A dedicated application platform is currently under development as part of our expansion efforts.

 

Expectations:

• In-depth knowledge of Bible stories and morals.
• A strong love for children, those called to kids ministry. 
• Strong communication skills essential for effective teaching.
• Sustained Christian growth and commitment.
• Committed to missions in Japan for at least 2 years or more. 
• Support and accountability to members of authority back home.

 

Expectations after “training”:

• Proficient in creating well-prepared curricula for classes.
• Praying for students each class day.
• Sufficiently well prepared with materials and activities for each class.
• NES: no using Japanese in class unless outlined in the policy. 

 

 

 

Questionnaire— Now, it's your turn. We'd love to hear your story and narrative.

What is the reason behind your calling to Japan or East Asia?

[Provide your story in full]

 

 

Full Name:

[Provide your full name]

 

Nickname or Preferred Name:

[Provide your nickname or the name you prefer to be called]

 

Age and Birthday:

[Provide your age, ensuring that you are over 20 years old]

 

Nationality:

[State the country of your nationality and main passport]

 

Passport Holder:

[Show or explain if you hold a passport with a year’s validity or not]

 

Residence:

[Provide the name of the city and country where you currently reside]

 

Native English Speaker:

[Yes/No. If no, specify your mother tongue]

 

Second Language and Fluency:

[Specify your second language and indicate your level of fluency]

 

Third Language and Fluency:

[Specify your third language and indicate your level of fluency]

 

Elementary School: Were all your classes for each grade delivered in English?

[Yes/No. If no, specify which grades and which languages you learned]

 

Junior & High School: Were all your non-elective subjects taught using English?

[Yes/No. If no, specify which years and languages you learned]

 

Undergraduate or Postgraduate Education (optional):

[Provide details of your undergraduate or postgraduate education]

 

Work Experience:

[Provide brief details of your work experience or include a resume]

 

Hours of English Teaching Experience:

[Specify if you have taught ESL/EFL either online/offline]

 

Hours of Sunday-school, Kids Bible, or Youth Group Bible Teaching Experience:

[Specify if you have regularly taught children using the Bible, if applicable]

 

Devotions or Devotion:

[Explain what that means to you, how regularly you do it, and why]

 

Personality:

[Describe your personality using whichever model you understand]

 

Goals and Purpose in Life:

[Describe your goals and purpose in life. How serious are you about these]

 

Church/Denominational Preference:

[Do you have a preference for a specific type of church or denomination? If yes, please specify]

 

Current Church Attendance:

[Which church do you currently attend: name and location?]

 

Frequency of Church Attendance:

[How often do you attend church? What does it mean to you?]

 

Desired Church Connection in Japan:

[Which church or denomination in Japan do you hope to be connected with?]

 

Biblical Knowledge and Attitude:

[How knowledgeable and positive are you about the Bible and its teachings?]

 

Readiness for Missionary Work:

[Are you ready to be called both a teacher AND a missionary?]

 

Missionary Calling and Role:

[Where are you called to and what are you called to do?]

 

Five Best Points about Yourself:

[List the five best points about yourself]

 

Three Primary Weaknesses:

[List your three primary weaknesses]

 

Interest in Money or Business versus Ministry:

[How interested are you in making money or doing business and what kind?]

 

Overall Fulfillment as a Believer or Reborn Individual:

[Briefly describe your belief system and what is fulfilling to you]

 

Brief Testimony and/or Personal Story:

[In a dozen sentences or less, share the main points of your testimony]

 

Why do you desire to pursue a three-year internship at a Christian preschool, Eikaiwa, or Homestay in Japan?

[Provide your response, and which category]

 

Are you familiar with Montessori or willing to implement similar teaching styles?

[Indicate your level of familiarity or willingness to learn]

 

Why would you like to do a two or three-year Eikaiwa internship in Japan?

[Explain why you would or would not like to teach English at an English Conversation School abroad]

 

Are you able to keep a long-term 3-year commitment as such, annually renewable automatically each year in April?

[Share your thoughts, experiences, and examples]

 

Do you have a strong team of supporters and/or prayer warriors in your home country that you can be held accountable to? How closely are you tied to them and how many members are you accountable to?

[Explain the strength of your ties to your supporters, the number and names of individuals you are accountable to, and the level of responsibility between you and your main leaders]

 

 

On a final note, it's important to be transparent about our unique situation to avoid any feelings of discontent or misunderstanding. Some may find it surprising that our preschools incorporate more scripture and evangelism compared to our Eikaiwas (English Schools). While there is a reason for this, and we're happy to discuss it in person, as it is important for us to mention this in advance. Additionally, our missionary teachers in Japan do not receive substantial salaries, anything exceeding the national emolument standards for a Religious Activities work as that can also pose visa challenges. If individuals are seeking higher income opportunities, they may need to explore positions with secular employers offering an alternative type of work visa. We refer to our positions as internship opportunities because missionaries fulfill a specific purpose beyond financial compensation and the get much experience, social rewards, and/or spiritual satisfaction in return. Working in our network is a privilege, aligned with a unique calling and purpose. After completing more than three years by the end of March, individuals will have the chance to receive a promotion (if not already recieved) and/or explore other opportunities. Many of our workers choose to remain within the scope of our network for many more years and, for some, until they decide to return to their home country. If you have questions or comments about anything, please feel free to include them below.

[Your response and any concerns you may have are welcomed]