Non-native teaching in Japan

[Rabindro Nath Roy]

Dear Kiwi,

I have read and listened to carefully all cool ice has told me. And, I have great respect for him. I have found him freindly and with a good gesture. I am not hurt that he has called me 'clever'; but that I fear, he has misunderstood me someway. Where else could I find a so good freind but here at ESL? He deserves my thanks. You also deserve my honor for being freindly and true. Yes, I thank you for teling me the truth about color disparity, even in Asia. But better honor than death. I thank you everyone at ESL for being so kind-hearted. Perhaps, that is the only reason I want to continue here. I never hoped I would have had so many freinds here. I am grateful to all.

Roy
rabindrobd@yahoo.com

[exported_kiwi]

You're very welcome. I wish you all the success in the world in all your endeavours and I truly hope that the position and place you desire are forthcoming as soon as is possible for you!
Best of luck,
Kevin.

[LeslieW]

Originally Posted by Rabindro Nath Roy

Hi!

Many thanks for your nice write-up. I got a question regarding ESL job in Japan. What are the possiblities for a non-native English teacher to get a job in Japan? How should they try? Would you please tell the possiblities for a Bangladeshi? Is it possible for them to get a/any job on a tourist visa?

Thanks and best wishes.
Rabindro

TOEIC - Test of English for International Communication

In Japan its required now if your a non native speaker of english. I had an assistant teacher and shes done fine for years but now is limited to private lessons until she takes the test and passes. Once you have that certificate its a little easier and the J govt will recognize your right to teach if you have all the necessary requirements. Will you get a job? hard to tell. Many J employers still want native speakers only. You never know until you try though. I would say its worth the effort and you may luck out.

Working in Japan on a tourist visa is illegal. Is it done YES but if your caught your deported within days and the employer is fined heavily. Not worth it because they are checking. The only options are:

1. working holiday visa - it is limited to a small number of countries

2. student visa

3. work visa - will need the toeic for non native speakers

My best advice - study for the Toeic and once you have that start applying for jobs. Of course it all depends if you have the 4 year degree and a Tesol certificate would not hurt either.

Its a bit of an up hill battle for non native speakers but if you want it bad enough, then put in the effort to get it.