Japanese Language Teacher (Miscellaneous Schools)
にほんごきょうし（かくしゅがっこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Other School Teachers
Summary
An educational role that promotes listening, speaking, reading, writing skills in Japanese and understanding of Japanese culture for learners whose native language is not Japanese.
Description
Japanese Language Teachers (Miscellaneous Schools) provide education to help non-native speakers improve their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, as well as understand Japanese culture. Main duties include creating lesson plans, preparing materials, managing classes, evaluating learner progress, and coordinating with parents or related organizations. They conduct instruction from beginner to advanced levels, and may also handle online classes or plan and operate cultural experience events.
Future Outlook
Demand for Japanese language education remains stable due to increasing international students and resident foreigners, as well as expanding global exchanges. The spread of online education requires adaptability to diverse learning styles.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Cross-culturally Understanding / Empathetic / Patient
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time / Online Classes / Part-time / Part-time Lecturer
Career Path
Part-time Instructor → Full-time Instructor → Chief Instructor → School Operations Staff → Material Development/Education Consultant
Required Skills
Class Management / Communication Skills / Learner Evaluation / Material Creation / Teaching Methods
Recommended Skills
Foreign Languages / Language Acquisition Theory / Multicultural Understanding / Online Teaching Tool Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexibly adjust teaching methods according to learners' backgrounds and levels. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required for accurate grammar instruction and learner evaluation. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for dialogue with learners and promoting understanding. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously learn new educational theories and materials. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary to systematically create lesson plans and prepare materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Minimal advanced numerical analysis; focus on language instruction. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of 420-Hour Japanese Language Teacher Training Course
- Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test
Aliases
- Japanese Education Instructor
- Japanese Instructor
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