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Japanese teacher

2024-03-15T11:02:46-06:00March 14, 2024|Institution: Glenbrook South High School, IL|

Glenbrook South High School is seeking an outstanding Japanese teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.

Candidates are required to hold or be eligible for a Professional Educator License with the appropriate endorsements.

Interested candidates should complete the online application and contact, Danita Fitch, Instructional Supervisor of World Languages at dfitch@glenbrook225.org with any additional questions.

To apply, please click here.

Full-time Faculty

2024-03-13T16:27:04-06:00March 13, 2024|Institution: Temple University, Japan Campus|

DEPARTMENT

Undergraduate Program

POSITION TYPE

Full-time Faculty (TUJ faculty contracts are renewable. In accordance with university standards and Japanese law, successful faculty are eligible for a continuing contract after five years.)

VISA REQUIREMENT

Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is able to […]

Teaching Assistant Professor of Japanese

2024-03-13T16:22:29-06:00March 13, 2024|Institution: University of Denver|

College of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences Position #: 002338-00

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures offers a BA in Languages, Literatures & Cultures with concentrations in Chinese, French & Francophone Studies, German, Italian, Japanese and Russian. We also offer minors in these six languages, as well as Hebrew, and electives in Arabic. The department is composed of 16 faculty members with research and teaching expertise in major world languages and cultures. We prepare […]

Japanese Instructors (Online and In-Person)

2024-03-13T16:07:24-06:00March 13, 2024|Institution: Diplomatic Language Services|

Diplomatic Language Services, a US Government contractor based just outside of Washington, DC, is seeking experienced Japanese instructors for both online and in-person classes. Schedules vary from very part-time to full-time, and all students are adult learners. Basic curriculum is provided, though each class is tailored to the student(s).

Training will be provided as needed to interested candidates. Requirements for instructor candidates:

  • Bachelor’s degree in any field required;
  • Minimum of valid work […]

HS Japanese Teacher Position (full-time)

2024-03-06T13:37:43-07:00March 6, 2024|Institution: Roswell High School in Roswell, Georgia|

Roswell High School in Roswell, Georgia is seeking a highly qualified Japanese teacher who is able to teach Japanese 1, 2, 3 and AP Japanese.

This full-time position will start in August 2024. Please send a cover letter and a professional resume to the World Languages Department Chair, Ms. Gentile.

Ms. Rosemarie Gentile (gentiler@fultonschools.org)

Lecturer in Modern Japanese Literature

2024-03-06T13:34:26-07:00March 6, 2024|Institution: Washington University in St. Louis|

Position Description

The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a one-year lecturer position in modern Japanese literature and culture to begin in August 2024 for the nine-month academic year. This role requires duties equivalent to a full-time teaching load, which may include a combination of teaching (we anticipate an assignment of three courses per semester) and other departmental service and advising as appropriate.

VISITING INSTRUCTOR OF JAPANESE LANGUAGE

2024-02-29T14:07:26-07:00February 29, 2024|Institution: University of Iowa|

The Department of Asian and Slavic Languages and Literatures in the Division of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Iowa is searching for a Visiting Instructor in Japanese Language for the academic year 2024-2025. The initial appointment period for this position is one year with the possibility of extension for a total of three years. The University has a variety of faculty appointment types, and there are times when visiting instructor lines […]

Full-time Instructor (Limited Term)

2024-02-21T20:24:08-07:00February 21, 2024|Institution: Nanzan University, Nagoya, Japan|

Nanzan University’s Foreign Language Education Center is seeking applications for a limited‐term full‐time instructor position. Please click here for more information.

Japanese Language Instructor, Academic Year 2024-2025

2024-02-21T15:39:52-07:00February 21, 2024|Institution: Kyoto Consortium for Japanese Studies (KCJS)|

The Kyoto Consortium for Japanese Studies (KCJS) is seeking applicants for a position of Japanese language instructor. This is a full-time appointment with an initial one-year term, starting on July 1, 2024, and the possibility of renewal for an additional one year contingent upon funding and performance.

Responsibilities include teaching a variety of Japanese language courses from beginning- to advanced-level (2 lessons per day; 10 lessons per week (1 lesson = 60 minutes), and […]

Study Abroad Program Student Affairs and Cultural Coordinator

2024-02-19T09:33:53-07:00February 19, 2024|Institution: Middlebury College School in Tokyo, Japan|

Work type: Academic Staff

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Position Summary:

Middlebury College School in Japan (https://www.middlebury.edu/schools-abroad/schools/japan) is a study abroad program, and its office is located on the campus of International Christian University in Tokyo. We are seeking a Student Affairs and Cultural Coordinator to begin on July 1, 2024. This is a full-time position, with the possibility of annual renewal contingent upon performance.

Job description: The […]

Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese

2024-02-28T11:37:12-07:00February 17, 2024|Institution: Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA|

Job Summary:

The Bucknell University Department of East Asian Studies invites applications for a one-year, entry-level replacement position as a Visiting Assistant Professor in Japanese language for the 2024-25 academic year. Teaching responsibilities include three language courses each term for a total of six in the academic year. Specific courses offered will depend upon departmental needs. MA, ABD, or Ph.D. required. Teaching experience highly favored. Candidates must be able to speak English effectively and have native […]

MYP/DP teacher of Japanese Language and Literature (part time or full time)

2024-02-16T09:52:06-07:00February 16, 2024|Institution: Nagoya International School (Japan)|

We are an international school located in Nagoya, Japan. We seek a teacher with the ability to help students come to know the beauty of the Japanese language not as an academic study, but as a window into understanding ourselves and our world. We seek to cultivate classrooms in which students learn not only to answer questions, but to question answers, and we need teachers who want to work alongside students toward the shared goal […]

Teaching Faculty I, 12 Month Salaried (Japanese)

2024-02-13T13:29:56-07:00February 13, 2024|Institution: Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL|

The Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics at Florida State University invites applications for a 12-month salaried Teaching Faculty I position in the Japanese language program beginning August 2024. Applicants must have a doctorate or highest-level terminal degree (conferred by August 2024) from an accredited institution in the Japanese Language, Literature, Linguistics, or related field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, as well as native or […]

Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese Language and Linguistics

2024-02-13T13:25:06-07:00February 13, 2024|Institution: Earlham College, Richmond, IN|

Earlham College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that’s just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago. 

Richmond and Earlham have a symbiotic relationship. Through research, studies, internships and volunteering, Earlhamites offer Richmond expertise and service as Richmond offers our students the chance to gain valuable, real-world experience. Our community assumes no religious affiliation […]

Japanese Language Immersion Elementary Teacher in Eugene, Oregon

2024-02-10T11:00:52-07:00February 10, 2024|Institution: Yujin Gakuen Elementary School, Eugene OR|

Yujin Gakuen Elementary School is a public school, K-5 Japanese Language Immersion Program in Eugene, Oregon. Eugene is home of the University of Oregon and located between the Cascade Mountain range and the Pacific Ocean coast.

Students in the elementary program move on to middle and high school school immersion programs.

Please click here for more the job description, job posting, and directions to apply

 

Japanese Language Learning Associate

2024-02-04T10:03:48-07:00February 4, 2024|Institution: Bates College, Lewiston, Maine|

Bates College, a residential liberal arts college in Maine, invites applications for a Japanese Language Learning Associate (LA) starting late August 2024 and ending mid-April 2025. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can work closely with our undergraduate students both inside and outside the classroom, and who will support our small and energetic community of Japanese learners and speakers on campus. The successful candidate will help students at all levels develop language […]

Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese

2024-01-23T08:25:23-07:00January 23, 2024|Institution: Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio|

Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese beginning in Fall 2024. The successful candidate will teach five courses, both within the Japanese language program and in the candidate’s area of expertise. Ph.D. in Japanese language and literature or related field is required. ABD candidates near completion of the dissertation will also be considered. Field of specialization is open. The […]

JAPANESE/KOREAN LECTURER

2024-02-02T13:57:33-07:00January 23, 2024|Institution: Auburn University |

The Department of World Languages and Literatures at Auburn University invites applications for a non-tenure track position as Lecturer of Korean and Japanese to begin fall 2024. This is a full-time nine-month position with benefits and possibility of renewal and career advancement by mutual agreement annually, contingent upon availability of funds, enrollment, and satisfactory performance. Teaching load is 4/4 per academic year of mostly
language courses with the possibility of one or more classes per year […]

Non-Tenure Track Lecturer Position in Japanese

2024-01-10T09:21:29-07:00January 10, 2024|Institution: Rochester Institute of Technology|

Detailed Job Description

The Department of Modern Languages and Cultures at the Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking applicants for a lecturer position in Japanese. Applicants must have MA or Ph.D. in Japanese or a related field, and at least two years of successful college-level Japanese language teaching experience.

The professional duties include, but are not limited to, instruction of Japanese at all levels through communicative-based methods, creating teaching materials, assisting with events related to […]

Visiting Assistant Professor in Japanese 

2024-01-03T09:04:31-07:00January 3, 2024|Institution: Carleton College, Northfield, MN|

The Department of Asian Languages and Literatures at Carleton College invites applications for a full-time visiting assistant professor in Japanese, to begin September 1, 2024. This is a one year appointment. We seek candidates who can teach Japanese-language courses at all levels, and are passionate about teaching in a liberal arts setting. The position will involve teaching in both the Japanese language sequence as well as teaching courses about Japanese culture in English. Native or […]

Assistant Professor (Lecturer) of Japanese in World Languages and Cultures

2023-12-15T13:04:12-07:00December 15, 2023|Institution: University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT|

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Details

The Department of World Languages & Cultures at the University of Utah invites applications for a full-time, renewable Assistant Professor (Lecturer) position in Japanese beginning July 1, 2024. The teaching load is three courses per semester. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach Japanese language courses at all levels, potentially including content courses in their area of expertise, as well as to participate actively in curricular and program affairs. Preference […]

Lecturer in Japanese Language

2023-12-15T12:57:45-07:00December 15, 2023|Institution: Amherst College, MA|

Description

Amherst College invites applications for a lecturer in Japanese language, beginning July 1, 2024.  This is a full-time appointment with an initial three-year term and the possibility of renewal for an additional three-year term as a lecturer, which is typically followed by five-year renewable appointments as a senior lecturer.  Reappointments are contingent upon positive reviews. This is a purely instructional position and carries the equivalent of a three/three course load.  The successful candidate will offer courses […]

World Languages Teacher (Japanese) – Upper Division

2023-12-15T12:53:12-07:00December 15, 2023|Institution: Horace Mann School, Bronx, NY|

Start date: August 26, 2024

The Upper Division World Languages Department is seeking a dynamic and collaborative full- time teacher to begin in the Fall of 2024. The successful candidate will have experience teaching various levels of Japanese, from beginning through advanced and will be familiar with the National Standards and ACTFL guideline. The World Languages Department prizes communicative and experiential learning that emphasizes culture and literature, as well as precision […]

Assistant Professor of Japanese

2023-12-12T16:35:32-07:00December 12, 2023|Institution: University of Central Arkansas|

Position Announcement

Assistant Professor of Japanese (Starts Aug. 2024)

The School of Language and Literature (SLL) at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Japanese to start in August 2024.

Required qualifications for this position include:

  • completion of the Ph.D. in Japanese or related field no later than Aug. 1, 2024. 
  • one year of successful Japanese language teaching experience at the university level. […]

Assistant Professor- Modern Languages (Japanese)

2024-02-06T10:12:35-07:00December 12, 2023|Institution: Baruch College, NY|

Job Description:

At Baruch College we believe that student success is everyone’s responsibility

The Department of Modern Languages and Comparative Literature at Baruch College of the City University of New York invites applications for a tenure track position for an assistant professor in Japanese language, literature and culture. We are seeking a candidate who is able to teach a broad range of areas and periods of Japanese literature, as well as Japanese language […]

Assistant Professor, Japanese

2023-12-10T10:51:00-07:00December 10, 2023|Institution: University of Montana|

Department of World Languages and Cultures and Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center,

University of Montana

The Department of World Languages and Cultures and The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center at the University of Montana invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Japanese to begin August 2024. This position is the Karashima Tsukasa Endowed Professorship of Japanese Language and Culture.

Specialization for this position is open: Candidates with expertise and research interests in Japanese […]

Tenure-track Position as Assistant Professor of Japanese

2023-11-29T09:54:54-07:00November 29, 2023|Institution: Rochester Institute of Technology, NY|

Job Description

The Department of Modern Languages and Cultures at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Japanese starting in August 2024. A Ph.D. (in hand by August 2024) in Japanese Language, Linguistics, or a related field is required. We are looking for candidates with expertise in all areas of Japanese linguistics. Candidates are expected to have native or near-native proficiency in both Japanese and English.

Responsibilities include (1) […]

Temporary Instructor of Japanese

2023-11-28T11:02:26-07:00November 28, 2023|Institution: Middlebury College, Vermont|

Middlebury College’s Summer School of Japanese (SoJ) is pleased to announce a vacancy for a temporary Instructor of Japanese. The position is available for SoJ’s summer 2024 session and is located on Middlebury College campus in Vermont. The in-person program begins around June 19 and ends on August 16, 2024. Online orientation and/or workshops maybe required before the staring date.

Our unique 8-week program combines a cultural immersion environment with rigorous classroom instruction. This […]

Japanese Language Lecturer

2023-12-08T13:32:28-07:00November 17, 2023|Institution: University of Michigan|

Unit: Asian Languages and Cultures
Position Type: LEO Lecturer
Position Title: Lecturer I – Japanese Language
UM Job ID: 242112
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Open Date: November 17, 2023
Deadline: January 8, 2024

Position Description

The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Michigan invites applications for the position of Lecturer I in Japanese language beginning August 26, 2024. Responsibilities include instruction at any assigned level and active involvement in teamwork and program affairs. The appointment level will be 100%. […]

Japanese Inst/Ast Professor Fixed Term

2023-11-16T10:21:46-07:00November 16, 2023|Institution: Michigan State University|

Job no: 911543
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Arts And Letters
Department: Linguistics, Languages, And Cultures 10004543
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Education/Training, Fixed Term Faculty, Full Time (90-100%), Union

Working/Functional Title

Japanese Inst/Ast Professor Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures is seeking one full-time Japanese Language Instructor or Assistant Professor of Japanese Language. This is a fixed-term, nine-month, academic year position beginning August 16, 2024 and is renewable contingent upon funding and performance. […]

Online AP Japanese Language and Culture Teaching Position

2023-11-09T14:54:52-07:00November 9, 2023|Institution: The Compass School (Online)|

About the Job

Full-Time Japanese Teacher

2023-11-03T20:24:54-06:00November 3, 2023|Institution: Riverwood International Charter School in Sandy Springs, Georgia|

Riverwood International Charter School in Sandy Springs, Georgia is seeking a highly qualified Japanese teacher who will be able to teach Japanese 1, 2, 3, and IB Japanese. This full-time position will start in August 2024. Please send a cover letter and a professional resume to the principal.

https://www.fultonschools.org/riverwoodhs

Ms. Kindra Smith (Principal): SmithKL@fultonschools.org

East Asian Studies Assistant Professor (Japanese) Tenure-Track

2023-11-02T20:42:38-06:00November 2, 2023|Institution: Colby College, Waterville, ME|

Colby College seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in the Department of East Asian Studies as Assistant Professor (Japanese) to begin on Sept. 1, 2024. Applicants should have native or near-native ability in both English and Japanese, and be able to teach all levels of Japanese language as well as an occasional course in English in the applicant’s field of academic specialization. Preference will be given to candidates whose field of specialization will broaden our course offerings on […]

One-Year Leave Replacement Position in Japanese Language

2023-11-07T10:22:15-07:00November 1, 2023|Institution: Williams College|

Williams College, in Williamstown MA, invites applications for a one-year leave replacement position in Japanese language for the 2024-25 academic year, with teaching to begin in September 2024. Depending on the candidate’s qualifications, appointment will be made at the level of either visiting lecturer or visiting assistant professor. The teaching load will consist of two language courses per semester, and a three-week Winter Study sustaining course for Japanese 101 students in January 2025. This is […]

Japanese Associate (Part-time) Instructors – for Spring 2024 & Fall 2024

2023-10-30T10:39:07-06:00October 26, 2023|Institution: MiraCosta College|

For full details and to apply, go to https://apptrkr.com/4728725

Type of Assignment: Part Time

Assignment Category: Temporary Assignment

Position Details:

The college is accepting applications for anticipated openings in Spring 2024 and Fall 2024, as well as for possible substitute assignments. Classes may be on ground, online (synchronous and/or asynchronous), or both on ground and online, and may include days, evenings, or weekends.

Applications are valid through June 30, 2024, at which time they will expire. A […]

Full-Time Instructor of Japanese

2023-10-25T09:54:49-06:00October 25, 2023|Institution: Kanazawa Institute of Technology, Ishikawa, Japan|

The Foundation Programs at Kanazawa Institute of Technology, Ishikawa, Japan seeks a full-time instructor who can teach Japanese as a foreign language to English-speaking college students.

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Teach up to 12 100-minute classes per week (Whether Japanese or English will vary based on the needs of the school. Japanese courses are only offered/primarily offered during the spring semester. Applicants will teach Japanese courses during the spring semester and English courses […]

Program Leader – Summer 2024

2023-10-18T14:19:39-06:00October 18, 2023|Institution: CIEE Global Navigator High School Study Abroad|

To apply to this position, please start your application at www.ciee.org/programleaders 

Interested in shaping the global leaders of tomorrow? Next summer, experience the job of a lifetime!

We’re looking for experienced and enthusiastic U.S. high school teachers, counselors, coaches, and global travel enthusiasts to lead our high school participants through their summer abroad experiences in 35+ global locations.

This fun, summer job for teachers and other professionals happens between June and August and […]

Lecturer in Japanese

2024-02-24T15:26:44-07:00September 27, 2023|Institution: University of Georgia|

The Department of Comparative Literature and Intercultural Studies at the University of Georgia invites applicants for the position of Lecturer in Japanese, to begin August 1, 2024. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track appointment. The teaching load is four courses per semester. Duties include teaching introductory, intermediate, and advanced Japanese language courses.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Japanese Studies, Second Language Acquisition, Language Pedagogy, Comparative Literature or a related field, with an emphasis in Japanese. Applicants must have their […]

Assistant Professor – Contemporary Japanese Literature and Culture

2023-09-01T16:02:22-06:00August 28, 2023|Institution: Ohio State University|

Department: East Asian Languages and Literatures

Position:  Contemporary Japanese Literature and Culture

Rank:  Assistant Professor

Description:

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures (DEALL) at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Japanese contemporary literature and culture, with interdisciplinary research and teaching interests in manga and animé. A successful candidate will actively contribute to cross-disciplinary research and teaching and be responsible for […]

Lecturer in Japanese Language

2023-07-29T14:55:47-06:00July 27, 2023|Institution: University of California, Berkeley|

The Department of East Asian Languages at UC Berkeley seeks a lecturer to teach elementary to advanced Japanese in our Japanese language curriculum. For details and to submit an application, please consult the following link.

Japanese Language and Linguistics Instructor

2023-03-31T14:35:33-06:00March 31, 2023|Institution: Earlham College, Richmond, IN|

Earlham College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that’s just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago.

Richmond and Earlham have a symbiotic relationship. Through research, studies, internships and volunteering, Earlhamites offer Richmond expertise and service as Richmond offers our students the chance to gain valuable, real-world experience. Our community assumes no religious affiliation but follows Quaker […]

Visiting Instructor of Japanese Language

2023-03-03T16:21:01-07:00March 3, 2023|Institution: University of Iowa|

College: College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Department: Asian & Slavic Languages & Literature

Salary:Commensurate

Full/Part Time Status: Full Time

Position Description:

The Department of Asian and Slavic Languages and Literatures in the Division of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Iowa is searching for a Visiting Instructor in Japanese Language for the academic year 2023-2024. Responsibilities include teaching three language courses per semester (at least a minimum of 24 s.h. per year).

To apply, please visit 

Full-time Instructor in Japanese Language (two-year contract position, renewable)

2023-02-23T10:04:49-07:00February 7, 2023|Institution: Inter-University Center for Japanese Language Studies (IUC)|

1. Position/Number of openings

One (1) full-time instructor on a renewable two-year contract (April 1, 2023–March 31, 2025).

2. Duties

Teaching of intermediate and advanced Japanese, mostly to graduate students from North American universities who intend to become researchers or pursue other Japan-related work.

  • Teaching Japanese language classes (including discipline-specific classes on Art History/Design or Popular Culture).
  • Developing new teaching materials.
  • Other work related to the IUC’s Japanese language classes.

3. Qualifications

  • Master’s degree required; PhD desirable.
  • Must have […]

Japanese Language Education Director (日本語教育教務主任)

2023-02-23T09:33:49-07:00June 14, 2022|Institution: Aozora Community|

Position:   Japanese Language Education Director (日本語教育教務主任) 

Job Type:   Full-time

Summary:
The Japanese Language Education Director is a key member of the administrative team that works together to support the mission and values of Aozora Community. The Education Director’s role is to inspire, motivate and lead all staff teaching Japanese by demonstrating the standard of excellence through their example. The Education Director is responsible for and committed to, sustaining a high-quality Japanese language education program for K-8 […]

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