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Program Overview

A unique, funded opportunity in Japan designed for U.S. college & university students to gain experience teaching non-native speakers of English.

College students and recent graduates spend 6-8 weeks in summer, fall or spring in Japan. Participants earn a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate, team teach in a public school system, and engage in deep cultural exchange with Japanese peers. Peers can also help participants learn basic Japanese or develop language skills further...

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Program Highlights

Complete a Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) training program while engaging in low-stress team-teaching experiences in the Munakata public school system.
Join a week-long, on-site training program that includes sessions on all program lesson plans and teaching techniques.
Experience a fun and rewarding teaching. Teams of 5-10 students present lessons to groups of Japanese students. Classes are on weekdays during normal school hours.
Choose to learn and/or improve Japanese language skills with local university tutors.
Join one of the most cost-effective professional immersions available in Japan—students are only responsible for their airfare, international insurance, a background check, and weekend meals.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Fukuoka, Japan

Eligible Nationalities

  • American
  • Canadian

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Online Application
  • Disciplinary Clearance Form
  • Background Check

Age Requirement

18-25

Duration

  • Short Term
  • Summer

Starts At

No Upfront Fees

Salary & Compensation

Participants receive all items listed under "Program Cost Includes" at no cost to them.

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