Native English speaker to teach English to kids in Ichinomiya Town, Chiba, Japan

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  Description

  We run an alternative school for elementary school students (ages 6 to 15) in Ichinomiya Town, Chiba Prefecture.
  We seeking native English speakers who enjoy working with children and are eager to engage in both play and English learning activities.
  
  Our school aims to nurture children's intellectual curiosity and support spontaneous learning in a free and open environment. We hope that as they grow, they will develop the ability to think independently, solve problems creatively, and live with strength and imagination.
  
  Ichinomiya Town is located on the Pacific coast, just a 10-minute drive from Tsurigasaki Beach, the venue for the surfing competition during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. It’s a peaceful and comfortable place to live, with a mild climate and rich natural surroundings.
  
  We are creating an immersive English-speaking environment to help children develop a global perspective. Through this, we aim to inspire children in rural areas to recognize the vastness of the world and their own limitless potential.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Teaching
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  Interests

  

  Charity work

  

  Self development

  

  Culture

  

  Nature

  

  Languages
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  By joining us, travellers will have the chance to immerse themselves in rural Japanese life while contributing to a unique alternative education project. You will experience the daily rhythm of a small seaside town, interact with local children, and learn about the Japanese approach to community, education, and nature.
  
  You’ll also:
  
  - Improve your teaching and communication skills in a multicultural environment
  - Build meaningful relationships with Japanese staff, families, and children
  - Learn basic Japanese phrases and customs through daily interaction
  - Enjoy delicious homemade meals and seasonal local ingredients (sometimes even helping harvest or cook!)
  
  If you’re curious about Japanese culture, education, or simply enjoy connecting with children and communities, this will be a rich and rewarding experience.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:
  
  - Loves engaging with children at their eye level and building meaningful connections
  - Is able to empathize with children's emotions and needs
  - Has experience teaching English to children
  - Has strong communication skills and physical stamina
  - Has a strong sense of responsibility and awareness of the social role
  
  Our English program is based on a UK home-schooling curriculum, so we ask that applicants familiarize themselves with it in advance.
  
  Classes are small, and Japanese-speaking staff will be available to support.
  We are looking for someone who can spark children's intellectual curiosity and inspire them to learn through exploration.

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  Languages spoken

  Japanese: Fluent
  English: Intermediate

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  Accommodation

  You will stay in a two-bedroom apartment located near Kazusa-Ichinomiya Station.
  The apartment will be shared by one or two people.
  
  The kitchen, bathroom, and toilet are shared.
  Basic living amenities such as Wi-Fi are provided, and a bicycle is also available for use.
  
  As the required working hours are relatively light, we provide one meal per day on working days.
  Unfortunately, meals are not provided on days off.
  We appreciate your understanding.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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