Interested in spending time in Japan? Want to teach English to motivated English language learners? Unlike many other fellowships or internships, the Gaba Teach English in Japan program is a professional position for teaching 1-on-1 English in Japan to adult learners. Candidates apply and are hired for yearlong, paid teaching positions. For international (non-Japanese) applicants, Gaba offers a visa sponsorship program to Japan.
Gaba provides a set of thorough certifications, so prior teaching experience and accreditation are not strict requirements to apply. However, one or both is preferable to neither.
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility:
- Must have a fluent command of English (both spoken and written)
- Must commit to at least one full six-month contract term
- Must be available to attend three-day Initial Certification in full
- Must be proficient in using a computer
- (Preferred) A university degree
- (Preferred) CELTA, TEFL, or TESOL certification
- (Preferred) Prior ESL/EFL teaching experience
- (Preferred) Experience working in a corporate setting
- (Preferred) Availability during peak hours of operation
For applicants seeking Gaba visa sponsorship, Gaba can provide a Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa to Japan which typically has a duration of one year for first-time holders. Eligibility for that program requires:
- A bachelor’s degree (or above) from an accredited university where English was the medium of instruction OR three years of verifiable full-time ESL teaching experience
- Newly sponsored instructors are expected to teach with Gaba for two full contract terms (i.e. 12 months)
- Meeting the minimum earning requirements of 250,000 yen per month
- Showing proof of enrollment in Japan's National Health Insurance at time of contract signing (a federal law of Japan that every resident be signed up for their national universal healthcare)