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About
Fukuoka Prefecture is located at the top of Kyushu, Japan’s southernmost major island. The capital city that shares its name is one of the biggest in Japan, and is renowned for its vibrant food scene, with tonkotsu ramen, a rich and savory pork-based noodle soup, standing out as the local specialty. It is also rich in history, with the Fukuoka Castle ruins offering a glimpse into the region's feudal past. The lively Hakata district adds to the city's energetic atmosphere, with plenty to offer those seeking a nightlife. Fukuoka has many beautiful beaches, forests and waterfalls to visit as well, making it a great destination for any explorer.
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
- Ukiha City
- 【Teach in south-central Fukuoka!】
Borderlink, Inc. is now hiring for an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) position in Ukiha City, Fukuoka Prefecture. This position starts immediately, so apply now to make it yours. If you are looking to relocate to Ukiha or a nearby commutable area, 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: Immediate to March 24th, 2025
⚫ Contract type(s): Full-Time
⚫ Available level(s): Junior high school
⚫ General working hours: Between 8:00 am to 16:45 pm (actual working time: 7 hours 00 minutes)
⚫ Salary range: Between 225,000 yen to 250,000 yen (monthly rate)
⚫ Benefits: Social Insurance
【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 holding a Bachelor's degree or equivalent
🔺 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 full contract period (until March 2025)
🔺 Highly motivated, outgoing and friendly; able to proactively share ideas and communicate fully with other teachers
🔺 Have 1 or more years of teaching experience in Japan
🔺 Hold a TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate or have equivalent knowledge
【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 Ukiha City (福岡県うきは市)】
Ukiha is a landlocked countryside city in south-central Fukuoka Prefecture. To the west is the larger city of Kurume. To the east, at the end of the train line that runs through Ukiha, lies Oita. Local attractions include Ukiha Inari Shrine, Choonnotaki Park, Tsuzura Rice Terrace, Seseragi Yamane Fishing Pond, and plenty of natural splendors to take in. If you're looking for a cozy country city down south to call home next year, Ukiha is a great place to be!
【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.