High School Maths Teacher – Tokyo, Japan

Maths (Mathematics) Teacher | Well Renowned, Private School in Tokyo, Japan, boasting Excellent Learning Environment   | Next Academic Year (August 2023)

Here at International Teaching World (ITW), we are currently supporting an excellent international school based in the wonderful Tokyo, Japan with the acquisition of a highly passionate teacher of Mathematics with the ability to to deliver Mathematics via the American Common Core Curriculum. This internationally renowned school possess a reputation of providing a curriculum which is deemed to be truly international. Students are encouraged to ‘THINK BIG’, whilst teachers are encouraged to deliver a skills based curriculum using a variety of teaching methodologies. Students are encouraged to empathize, critique and consider a range of perspectives as they learn, while teaching staff are encouraged to promote this ethos both inside and beyond the classroom setting. Students within this American Common Core setting are taught the value of inquiry, gaining knowledge and caring for one and other to help create a better and more peaceful world. The school are seeking a teacher of Maths (Mathematics) who is not only passionate about their own subject expertise, but also fosters the same beliefs regarding the development of the whole child.

With regards to environment, the setting offers both students and teaching staff  huge, colourful grounds as well as highly spacious and modernized classrooms across the school’s Kindergarten, Elementary, High School settings. Excellent facilities within the settings Middle School and High School consist of outstanding gym facilities, personalised spaces for the creative subjects as well as specialised facilities for the teaching of computer based subjects and design technology. These vibrant spaces are regularly used for school competitions, celebrations, and school performances also. The school also boasts modern and well resourced Libraries that provide an exciting range of fiction and non-fiction books as well as a vast range of digital media accessible for all.

Salary & Benefits:

**Highly Competitive Salary of up to 775,000 ¥ a month

(Approximately, $ 5,670, £ 4,670, € 5,348, C$ 7,760  A$ 8, 440, NZD 8900, ZAR 100,000)

**Tuition Fees
**FREE Annual Return Flight Ticket Home, per Academic Year
**FREE Baggage Allowance (one time payment upon receipts)
**FREE Private, International Health Insurance;  
**FREE Visa
 **Extensive Professional Development Opportunities (paid for and provided by school)

The Ideal Candidate

This outstanding school are seeking a Mathematics teacher with a history of excellence in the subject area. Teachers will be responsible for the delivery of engaging Mathematics lessons via the American Common Core curriculum. Maths teachers will be responsible for the teaching and assessment of a mixed demographic of student.  The ideal candidate will have the ability to guide their students in finding solutions and support them in developing an inquisitive mindset. Teachers will deliver well planned and creative lessons, whilst using assessment as a tool to further progress their students learning.  The ideal candidate will possess a true passion for the subject, and will adopt an approach to teaching and learning that compliments that of the school whilst maintaining a consistent focus on continually developing students abilities in the field of Mathematics.

Educational and Experience (Requirements)

*Bachelor’s Degree

Relative Field to Subject Specialism of course is highly preferable

*PGCE with QTS, Valid US Teaching Licence, Bachelor of Education, Irish Teaching Council Registration, SACE etc.

(Recognised Teaching Qualification)

*Candidates require a minimum of two years teaching experience

(As per visa requirements)

*Other highly notable accolades towards an application; (Masters Degree, TEFL Certificate, Past International Experiences).

The Opportunity (Life in Tokyo)

Tokyo is a city that offers something for everyone. It is a city of contrasts, with modern architecture and ancient temples. It’s also a city of contradictions, where you can find the latest in cutting-edge technology as well as quaint, traditional, Japanese culture.

Tokyo is the most populous metropolitan area in the world, with an estimated population of 38.6 million people. Tokyo has a reputation for being one of the safest and easiest  cities to get around in. The average salary in Tokyo is ¥6,890,000 (US$62,942) per year. The city also has an excellent public transportation system as well as it being extremely easy to get around and explore the city on foot or by bike. Japan is one of the strongest economies in the world and is also one of the most technologically advanced countries in Asia.

Tokyo is also deemed to be a melting pot of cultures, with over 1,000 temples and shrines that represent Japan’s history. The population are known for their politeness. Tokyo is also considered to be one of the greenest cities in Asia with over 25% of its land devoted to parks, gardens, and other green spaces. Tokyo is one of the most exciting cities in the world to work and live; with a vast variety of things to do and see.  Tokyo offers a modern, vibrant city with a rich history. Some of the must-see sights in Tokyo are; The Imperial Palace, the Meiji Shrine, Sensoji Temple, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, and the Tokyo Sky tree. A city of many faces; this wonderful place truly has something for everyone, due to both it’s incredible blend of traditional culture and incredible emphasis on state of the art, technology, as well as great financial rewards for it’ international workers.

So, what could you possibly be waiting for?

If you are a talented teacher of Mathematics, have a passion for developing the talents of young people, and would relish the opportunity to take your wonderful skill sets to he incredible City of TOKYO,  please ’APPLY NOW’ for the opportunity to be considered for the opportunity of on-line interview.

Please be sure to copy and paste the job title of the position of interest in the subject area of the email, alongside a brief introductory message, with the most recent version of your Curriculum Vitae attached.

Alternatively, you can reach out directly on +44 (0) 208 277 10 10 to discuss this fantastic opportunity further.