Job Title
Posted: 28th September 2026
English Instructor - Employment Contract
Job Location
Country
Japan
Job Category
EFL/ESOL/ESL Teacher
Experience
No experience required
Positions Available
1
Application Deadline
30th October 2026
Job Details
Applications close in 26 days
Discover Japan teaching English with NOVA.
Do you want to be part of something special, in one of the world’s most exciting and advanced locations? Want to experience a different culture and lifestyle? Gain some work experience in the field of education.
Come work with us as a Language Instructor at Nova Japan!
Our Instructors:
Every instructor completes a comprehensive training program before they start teaching for NOVA. The program equips them with everything they need to be able to teach high-quality lessons and provide excellent customer service. All NOVA instructors are committed to meeting and exceeding student expectations and supporting student progress toward the achievement of their goals.
Responsibilities:
- Selecting, planning, and conducting lessons for kids and adults
- Monitoring student performance and reporting on student progress
- Performing demonstration lessons and level assessments for new or potential students
- Promoting available products and services
- Maintaining a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment
The Employment contract particularly suits those who are seeking a traditional employer-employee relationship and who are seeking to experience life and work outside of the large urban centers, and in smaller cities, wherever company needs dictate.
The Employment contract comes with a starting monthly salary of up to 250,000 yen*. The contract has a fixed weekly schedule of five work days (including weekends) two days off (typically weekdays), and an average of 160 lessons per month over the one-year contract period.
It is important to note that Social Insurance premiums will be deducted from the first month’s salary and, regardless of when the Employee starts in the calendar month, the Employee will be liable for a full month’s worth of insurance premiums. Those who choose the Employment agreement will need to budget carefully for this.
After completing the fully paid initial training, there is a probationary period of two full calendar months, during which time the instructor receives guidance and feedback from their Instructor Support Manager or Instructor Manager. Upon successful completion of the Probation period, the employee assumes the status of a regular instructor and continues to receive feedback, training, and guidance, on both a regular and needs basis.
Qualifications
Eligible Candidates:
- ESL Instructor, University Graduate
- Minimum Education:
- Bachelor
- Teaching Experience:
- 0 years
- Visa Eligible Citizenships:
- Australia, Canada, Ireland, Jamaica, Malawi, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, US
Additional School Requirements:
- Education Required: Bachelor
- Major: Any
- Work Visa Eligibility: United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Jamaica
Salary and Benefits
Job Benefits:
- Very competitive remuneration
- Flexible work schedule
- Full support network
- Initial training (5 days)
- Comprehensive training provided (ongoing)
- Visa sponsorship
- Bonuses Paid
The salary for instructors on employment contracts, while competitive, is less than the remuneration for Independent Contractors, due to the other benefits and provisions made by the Employer. One lesson period is 50 minutes, which includes 40 minutes of teaching and 10 minutes of teaching and customer care-related duties.
On completion of probation, instructors on employment contracts may request these flexible work options:
- Shift Swaps – Instructors on employee contracts can request, in writing, to swap shifts with another instructor on a one-off basis.
- Paid Holidays – After six months of employment, and assuming an 80% or higher attendance rate, instructors on employee contracts become eligible to apply to take paid holidays. A minimum of 3 weeks´ written notice is required. Approval is dependent on operating needs.
- Incentives – Monthly incentives are payable to instructors highly rated in customer satisfaction surveys.
- Salary increases – Instructors who request to renew their contracts may qualify for a skill allowance increase. The maximum skill allowance is 34,000 yen per month.
- Career opportunities – For career-driven, high-performing instructors looking to make a greater contribution to the business after completing a minimum of one year with NOVA, there are opportunities for career development starting with Instructor Support Manager positions.
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