Editorial summary

The company is seeking a full-time Japanese Language Teacher to instruct Singaporean working adults in Japanese as a foreign language. The role involves conducting immersive lessons primarily in Japanese, focusing on practical communication skills and cultural exchange. Candidates should have experience in teaching Japanese using the direct method and be capable of fostering an engaging learning environment. The position offers a salary of 6,000.

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Job description

[This job id 26434 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 21 Aug 2026]

Job Description & Requirements

*Teach Japanese as a foreign language mainly to Singaporean working adults.

*Conduct lessons using the direct method, with Japanese as the primary language of instruction, to create an immersive learning environment where teachers and students can communicate naturally in Japanese.

*Help students develop practical Japanese communication skills that can be applied in everyday and professional settings.

*Promote cultural exchange and cross-cultural understanding, and introduce Japanese customs, traditions, culture, and ways of thinking.

*Participate in lesson planning and other duties related to the operation of the school.

Minimum Requirements:

Candidates must meet all requirements of the following (1. to 3.):

1. Native-level proficiency in Japanese, with the ability to conduct lessons in Japanese;

2. Possess at least a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent;

3. Possess at least one of the following qualifications, training, or academic backgrounds in Japanese language teaching:
a. Majored or minored in Japanese language teaching at university;

b. Completed a comprehensive Japanese language teacher training course; or

c. Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test or obtained an equivalent qualification.

Others:

*6-day (44-hour) work week with one weekday off (Full-time position)

*Working hours may be scheduled between 9:00 am and 10:30 pm on weekdays, and between 9:00 am and 8:30 pm on weekends

*To be able to commit to classes that are scheduled mainly on weekday evenings and on weekends.

*Good team player with good interpersonal and communications skills.

*Part-time position is also available. Please enquire about conditions.

To apply for this position, please send the following in Japanese:

a. a "Shiboudoukisho" (Statement of Purpose) AND;

b. a detailed resume to

We thank you for your application and seek your understanding that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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