Teacher of Japanese

At The Perse School Singapore, we cultivate a happy and nurturing environment that inspires students to develop a lifelong love of learning and prepares them for a fulfilling, successful future.

To deliver on our mission of inspiring students to love learning, we embrace The Perse Way — a distinctive educational approach developed over 400 years that places our values at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking a passionate Teacher of Japanese to deliver engaging lessons to students in a multicultural learning environment. The successful candidate will support students in developing their Japanese language proficiency while contributing to the wider school community.

Qualifications

• AJLC certification or equivalent is preferred
• Non-native speakers are welcome to apply (JLPT N2 or above required)
• Only Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents may apply

Experience

• Preferably at least 2 years of experience teaching Japanese
• Prior experience working in a school setting is an advantage (as duties include administrative roles, extracurricular activities (ECA), conducting parent-teacher conferences in English, and preparing report cards and assessments)
• Candidates will be required to conduct a demo lesson during the interview (without students)

Language Requirements

• Native-level Japanese or JLPT N2 and above
• Strong English communication skills
• Ability to teach Japanese in English to non-native Japanese students (indirect teaching method)
• Ability to independently handle communication with English-speaking parents, participate in school meetings, and understand instructions in English
• Non-native Japanese speakers are welcome to apply as long as they have JLPT N2 or above (or equivalent). A demo lesson will be required, so please feel free to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach Japanese (as a foreign language) across the school; experience teaching IGCSE Japanese is an advantage
• Prepare weekly reports, report cards, and assessments (mostly in English)
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences (PTC) in English
• Participate in administrative duties(in English) and extracurricular activities (ECA) (in Japanese)
• Plan, organize, and support Japanese-related school events
• Collaborate with homeroom teachers for native Japanese classes in both primary and secondary sections

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Performance bonus (based on school and individual performance)
• Salary increment scheme available (based on School and individual performance)
• ECA allowance provided
• Additional allowance for teaching during summer school (classes conducted in English; lesson plans provided by the school)
• Approximately 13 weeks of annual leave aligned with the school calendar
• 14 days of sick leave

Safeguarding:

Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, ensuring every child feels safe to flourish and learn. The Perse School (Singapore) is committed to the welfare of all our children and wider community, and expects all staff, partners, volunteers, and visitors to share in this commitment.

All candidates will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks, including reference checks, an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, and verification of qualifications and employment history.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, all staff are required to uphold the school’s safeguarding policies, attend regular training, and promote a safe and inclusive environment for all students. Any gaps in employment must be explained, and candidates should be prepared to discuss their approach to safeguarding in education as part of the recruitment process.

Disclaimer

The statements above outline the general nature and scope of work for individuals in this classification. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Staff may be asked to perform tasks beyond their usual responsibilities as needed.