Employment

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

KIU Academy (KIUA) is actively seeking dedicated Christian educators who are called to make a difference through teaching.

If you hold a bachelor's degree, have a heart for Christian ministry, and love guiding young learners, we would love to hear from you.

As an international bilingual school in Japan, we welcome candidates proficient in English, Japanese, or both.

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TARGET TEACHING & COACHING AREAS

​We are currently recruiting for the following disciplines:

• Languages & Humanities: English, Japanese, Social Studies

• Specialized Student Support: Special Education

• Athletics & Coaching: Physical Education & Sports (Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball)

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Don't see your specific field listed?

We strongly encourage you to apply regardless. We retain application files for 3 years and actively reach out to qualified candidates when relevant positions open.

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KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree (Education or relevant subject area).

• A clear commitment to Christian ministry through education.

• Fluency in English and/or Japanese.

• Passion for teaching in a multicultural, bilingual environment.

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HOW TO APPLY

1. Read and be familiar with the KIU Academy Teacher Recruitment Guide.

2. Fill out the KIU Academy TEACHER Application Form (online). Note that you will need to provide the following:

   • Personal information (name, date of birth, contact information, number of children, etc.

   • A Christian testimony of salvation, and information regarding your church affiliation, doctrinal position, etc.

   • A list of your professional qualifications (degrees, licenses) for the teaching profession

   • Your education and employment history

   • Character and professional references

   • Other relevant information

3. Print the Pastor Recommendation Form, and ask your pastor to fill it out and mail it (or email it) to the school. The form has instructions on how to fill it out and send it.

4. (Optional) If you want to provide more information, email your CV to employment@kyotoiu.ac.jp.​

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WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU APPLY

• Job Applications are kept on file for 3 years.

• Note that the Pastor Recommendation form must be mailed (or emailed) directly from the Pastor to the school. APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED OR CONTACTED WITHOUT A PASTOR'S RECOMMENDATION.

• Suitable applicants will be contacted for interviews WHEN TEACHING POSITIONS BECOME AVAILABLE.

• We do not respond immediately to all applications.