English Teaching Assistant (Elementary School, Junior High School, High School, Board of Education)
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Summary
A job that assists English teachers in English classes from elementary to high school, providing pronunciation guidance, conversation practice, material preparation, cross-cultural understanding activities, and more.
Description
English Teaching Assistants work under the direction of English teachers at elementary, junior high, and high schools, primarily handling English conversation practice and pronunciation guidance, as well as assisting with lesson preparation, material creation, and classroom management. Specifically, this includes support in team-teaching formats, creating worksheets, assisting with presentation activities, promoting international understanding through cultural introductions, and presenting materials using ICT tools. They also handle student questions, homework checks, and evaluation support, collaborating with teachers to improve learning outcomes. When affiliated with a Board of Education, they may also be involved in planning training sessions, supporting educational program operations, and assisting with teacher training.
Future Outlook
With the earlier introduction of English education and revisions to the curriculum guidelines, demand for classroom support roles remains stable, and roles are expected to diversify with the spread of ICT utilization and active learning.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Cooperative / Patient / Proactive / Sociable
Work Style
Board of Education Staff / Contract Employee / Full-time at Public Schools / Part-time Lecturer / Part-time at Private Schools
Career Path
Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (ALT) → Full-time Instructor → Full-time English Teacher → Education Coordinator → Training Staff
Required Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Lesson Management / Office Software / Pronunciation Guidance / Teaching Material Creation
Recommended Skills
Active Learning / Basics of Educational Psychology / Communication Skills (Japanese) / Cross-cultural Understanding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly adapt to environments with different grade levels, lesson formats, and cultures. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to communicate smoothly with students in English. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To cooperate with teachers and other staff to smoothly conduct lessons. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical or quantitative analysis is not particularly required. |
Aliases
- ALT
- English Assistant Teacher
- English Teaching Assistant
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