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Employment

We are looking for partners who will join us in bringing quality bilingual education to our students.

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If you are interested in a position at KIU Academy Niseko in Niseko, Hokkaido,

please visit the following Niseko employment information page.

Head Office - Administrative Staff (Full-time / Part- time)

Position

  • Administrative Staff

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Employment Type

  • Full-time or part-time

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Working Conditions

  • Contract term: no fixed term​

  • Probation period: 3 months

  • Working hours:

    • 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (8 hours per day)

    • Please note that working hours may vary slightly.

  • Overtime: average of 10 hours per month

  • Holidays:

    • Weekends and national holidays, 4 days of summer vacation, Christmas, and December 29 – January 3

    • Reference: Total annual holidays for FY2025–2026 are 131 days (excluding paid leave).

  • Wage type: monthly salary or hourly/daily wage

  • Salary: Salary will be determined in accordance with the organization’s regulations, taking into account experience and skills.

  • Allowances: commuting allowance (up to JPY 25,000 per month)

  • Benefit:

    • Employment insurance, workers’ accident compensation insurance, and the Private School Mutual Aid Association 

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Job Responsibilities

  • Accounting duties

  • Payroll, labor, and human resources–related tasks

  • Other general administrative work

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Experience and Qualifications

  • 【Required】

    • Native-level Japanese proficiency

    • Basic PC skills (Word, Excel)

  • 【Preferred】

    • Ability to communicate to some extent in English

    • Prior experience in related administrative work is a plus.

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Notes

  • This position involves frequent interaction with families and staff from diverse international backgrounds, as well as with government offices.
    We welcome applicants who can respond flexibly and with sincerity.

  • Depending on school events and operational needs, there may be requests to work on holidays.

  • The above working conditions mainly apply to full-time positions. Working conditions may vary depending on working hours and employment type, so please feel free to consult with us individually.

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HOW TO APPLY

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

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

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

    3. A list of your professional qualifications (degrees, licenses)

    4. Your education and employment history

    5. Character and professional references

    6. Other relevant information

  2. 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.

  3. (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 POSITIONS BECOME AVAILABLE.

  • We do not respond immediately to all applications.

Elementary School Teacher (Full-time)

POSITION SUMMARY

KIU Academy in Kyoto seeks a passionate and experienced Elementary School Teacher to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be equipped to deliver engaging and effective English language instruction to both native and non-native English speakers, and willing to teach other subjects, such as Social Studies or Art, as needed.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan and deliver engaging and interactive lessons aligned with the school curriculum.

  • Create a stimulating and supportive learning environment that fosters student curiosity and a love of learning.

  • Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including those with English as an additional language.

  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues, including other teachers, specialists, and administrators.

  • Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and stay abreast of current educational best practices.

  • Contribute to the overall school community by participating in extracurricular activities and school events.

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QUALIFICATIONS

  • Christian believer in good standing at the local church, and in full agreement with the school’s statement of faith and code of conduct.

  • Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.

  • Possessing or able to obtain ACSI teacher certification.

  • Proven experience teaching English to elementary-aged students.

  • Strong classroom management and organizational skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about working with children.

  • Ability to adapt instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bilingual (English/Japanese)

  • Current residency in Japan

  • Experience teaching in an international school setting

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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.

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