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Japan
Employment Type
Contractor
Contract Length
6-12 Months 1 Year+
Student Level
Adults Business

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Job Qualifications

  • Must be of native level English proficiency (both spoken and written).
  • Accredited university degree (medium of instruction English) OR 3 years of verifiable full-time ESL experience required for visa sponsorship
  • Must be comfortable using a computer
  • Prior teaching experience favored
  • CELTA, TEFL or TESOL certification valued.

Job Benefits

  • 40 minute lesson rates from ¥1,652 (¥1,452 basic rate plus ¥200 Man-to-Man remuneration
  • Visa sponsorship available

Company Description

Gaba is Japan's leading provider of quality, customized 1-to-1 English lessons. Teach in one of our 40 Learning Studio locations in one of the major metropolitan cities of Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe, Kyoto, Fukuoka and Hiroshima, with the ability to design your own flexible schedule. Work in an international environment with a range of certification days and ongoing support. Career opportunities are available.

Job Description

Teach English in Japan with GABA!

RECRUITING NOW!!!

Currently recruiting for positions starting in Summer 2026!

Teaching with Gaba means a professional work environment, motivated adult students, and a flexible schedule. Make the most of your Japan experience whether it is a short-term or a long-term commitment. Career opportunities available. We have learning studios throughout Japan.

Testimonial videos of current instructors are available to watch through our website. See what our Instructors say about our approach to teaching English here:
https://www.gabateachinginjapan.com/our-approach/

Requirements

We are looking for applicants who possess the following:

  • Solid people skills
  • Native-level English (all nationalities considered)
  • Ability to work independently
  • Desire to live and work in Japan
  • TEFL/ TESOL certification or ESL experience preferred (not mandatory)
  • Bachelor's Degree taught in English
Current Positions

We recruit all year round, and right now we are looking for Instructors for the following positions:

Summer 2026
All applicants welcome to apply (Gaba visa sponsorship available)