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About
One of the eight landlocked prefectures in Japan, Tochigi is a place full of not just nature, but also several major cities like its capital Utsunomiya. One of its most standout areas is Nikko, a popular destination for Japanese and international tourists alike. A place to get away and relax since the days of antiquity, it is home to many ancient structures like the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu. In fact, the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site encompasses 103 different buildings or structures. Further to the northeast, the Nasu area is known for its farms, hot springs, local sake, and ski resorts. Tochigi is the recommended destination for those who love the great outdoors but also like the convenience of having a major city never too far away.
If you're living in Japan and looking to work in this area, apply using the Application Form for Domestic Applicants
Current Openings by City
- Oyama City (August 2025)
- 【Teach English in Tochigi!】
Borderlink, Inc. is now hiring Assistant Language Teachers (ALT) for Oyama City, Tochigi Prefecture. This position starts in August 2025, but you can apply now to secure it in advance. If you are looking to relocate to a nearby area commutable to Oyama City, we can assist you. Please read on for more information.
【Position Details】
Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) work alongside Japanese teachers to make English lessons fun and engaging for the students. Practicing grammar and vocabulary, participating in games and activities to reinforce the lesson’s goals and communicating with students both inside and outside of the classroom are all part of a day’s work for ALTs.
⚫ Contract period: August 26th, 2025 to March 25th, 2026
⚫ Contract type: Full-Time
⚫ Level: Elementar schools
⚫ General working hours: Between 8:00 am to 16:30 pm (actual working time: 7 hours)
⚫ Salary range: Between 220,000 yen to 245,000 yen (monthly rate)
⚫ Benefits: Social Insurance (where applicable), Paid holidays (as stipulated by the contract)
【Requirements】
ALTs should be motivated, enthusiastic, professional and proactive in communicating with others. Successful applicants must also meet the following criteria:
🔺 Already be living in Japan and hold a valid visa permitting work
🔺Be a university graduate
🔺 Have native-level English proficiency with natural phonetic fluency and a minimum of 12 years of education where the main language of instruction in all classes was English
🔺 Have conversational Japanese skills and be comfortable talking with teachers and staff
🔺 Are in good health and able to commit and complete the contract period (until March 2026)
🔺 Highly motivated, outgoing and friendly; able to proactively share ideas and communicate fully with other teachers
【Additional Support】
Being an ALT lets you work regular school hours on weekdays, leaving your evenings and weekends free. National holidays and school vacation periods are all yours to enjoy. But that’s just the beginning. ALTs with Borderlink enjoy:
🔷 Assistance with visa sponsorship/renewal (where applicable)
🔷 Continual Paid Training (both before starting and annually during your time with us)
🔷 Access to teaching materials including worksheets and flashcards
🔷 Help with relocation & finding housing if you’re looking to move
🔷 Round-the-clock support for your work/life needs
🔷 Successful candidates are given priority for future positions (based on evaluation)
🔷 Prior to starting, ALTs will be provided a yearly calendar of working days which will help manage their other commitments
【About Oyama City (栃木県小山市)】
Located in the southern part of Ibaraki Prefecture, Oyama is a key urban center in the region. Known for its blend of modern development and traditional charm, Oyama boasts a rich cultural heritage and offers a range of attractions. The city is home to historical sites such as Oyama Shrine, which is known for its scenic beauty. Oyama is also celebrated for its agricultural industry, particularly the cultivation of crops like sweet potatoes and vegetables, which play a significant role in its economy. The city is well-connected by rail and road, making it a convenient destination for those exploring the Kanto region. Make Oyama your teaching destination for 2025.
【Apply Today!】
Please apply using the Application Form for Domestic Applicants.
We screen every application ourselves and conduct online interviews regularly throughout the week. Applicants from all over Japan are welcome, and we can provide help finding housing to those looking to move.
Borderlink is the fastest-growing ALT dispatch company in Japan, and as we grow we seek to revolutionize not only the way English is taught, but the way ALTs are supported. We’re waiting to hear from you, so please apply today! And thank you for your interest in working with Borderlink.
*Please note that as we receive a high number of applicants, only those who meet all necessary requirements and pass the initial screening will be contacted for an interview.
*If you previously worked with Borderlink, your application process can be expedited after evaluation.