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Tamaki TEFL Recruitment (TTR)

Why choose Tamaki TEFL Recruitment (TTR)?

At TTR, we are experienced in teaching English abroad and in teacher recruitment. The Founder, Tomoko Tamaki has personally taught for 5.5 years in Japan, Vietnam and China which brings invaluable advice about her experiences to her teachers! We offer a full service from the initial pre screen stages, interviewing, guidance on visas and pre-departure assistance and more. At TTR, we love what we do and look forward to meeting enthusiastic teachers!

Founded
2015

Reviews

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Karli
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Tamaki TEFL Recruitment is AMAZING

Tomoko from Tamaki TEFL Recruitment is absolutely AMAZING!
I'll always be grateful to Tomoko for assisting me in starting my teaching career abroad.
Her professionalism, great attention to detail, excellent communication skills and incessant support enabled me to move to Japan with ease.

Tomoko always answered promptly to any concerns or questions I had. She also provided great detail with regards to working and living in Japan, and the required paperwork for the visa application and Certificate of Eligibility. I couldn't have done it without her!
Her encouragement and concern for my needs and well-being astounds me. After moving to Japan, I continue to receive Tomoko's incredible support and concern for my well-being.

I highly recommend TTR to anyone wanting to teach abroad. Tomoko's professionalism and guidance will be invaluable as you embark on your journey to a new life overseas.. Thank you so much Tomoko for your support!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
The most unfamiliar thing I ate was the Kudzu bun with Matcha bean paste & cream! I've never eaten a transparent-like bun that contains a Matcha jelly substance. Since arriving in Japan, I've decided to try and eat everything that contains Matcha! :) I definitely recommend trying the Kudzu bun and enjoying the authentic Matcha flavors of Japan!
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Karen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TTR is Magnificent

Tomoko played an Intergral role in aiding me with my teaching job in Japan.
I just want to thank her and honor her for excellent work ethics.
She is professional, affectionate and relatable.
From day one when we interacted she made me feel at ease and was a beacon of hope and encouragement through out the whole process.
My trip to Japan was smooth and my adjustment easier because i had the relevant information which Tomoko provided and made my life easy in a foreign country.
I recommend TTR to anyone looking to teach abroad.They are responsible and accurate and can guarantee a smooth transition.
I can attest to this experience firsthand and if you choose TTR ,that's the best choice for your abroad dream.
Thank you Tamaki Tefl Recruitment for helping me achieve my dream,I'm ever so grateful for everything and the constant communication and check up after landing a Job in Japan .

What was your funniest moment?
Getting lost in Japan and I can't speak a coherent Japanese sentence to save my life .
I'm standing at the train station looking so lost and decide at this point if I get to the hotel at 2am I'm ๐Ÿ‘. Then a kind lady passes by and looks at me and smiles and asks me where I'm going and I tell her and she points to the train infront of me. ๐Ÿ˜ƒ ๐Ÿ˜Š ๐Ÿ˜€
Pros
  • Support from day 1 and currently.
  • Proffessionalism.
  • Compassion.
Cons
  • Sometimes the process delayed but it was beyond anyone's control as the papers were with immigration .However I was constantly updated and informed of progress.
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Cutter
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Truly the Best in TEFL Recruitment

Tomoko has been working in the TEFL community for over a decade, and her depth of knowledge and attention to detail in the process of matching applicants and programs, preparing you for the move, and supportive check-ins during the entire process (post-immigration too!) is unmatched and invaluable for someone looking to land a TEFL position.

Something I really appreciated about Tomoko's process is her honesty, even with aspects of the job or culture that are uncomfortable. The program she matched me with has a very intense training program and steep learning curve for the first month or so, and Tomoko made sure to highlight that and help me prepare mentally and emotionally for that initial obstacle. She is also kind and generally just a delight to work with.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Take advantage of Tomoko's knowledge and expertise. Ask her all the questions you can think ofโ€”she will be able to help you. And beyond that, allow yourself some grace and flexibility throughout the process. This is a huge step, and you will have to redefine yourself and your world view as you walk through this process.
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Romayne
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TTR Review

TTR was very helpful in my journey to teaching overseas. Tomoko is very hands on and she pays attention to detail. She motivates by giving constructive criticism and she displays a level of customer service I had never experienced before. TTR made my journey easy, she was helpful throughout every step from the interviews to the very day I landed in Japan. She is hands on, professional as well as organized. She also keeps checking on me to see how Iโ€™m doing and Iโ€™m very grateful to have applied through TTR.

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Scott
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TTR with Tomoko Tamaki!

Tomoko was absolutely incredible and an invaluable asset in helping me achieve my dream of teaching overseas. She was with me for the entire process and was diligent, kind, and reassuring about the whole time.

She assisted my with everything from communicating with my company to visa applications and processes, and I wouldn't have been able to accomplish what I did without her. She even helped me when I got nervous or anxious.

Honestly I cannot recommend Tomoko enough. If you are considering working with her, do yourself a favor and do it. She's the best at what she does, and I couldn't imagine going through any of this without her help.

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Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Tomoko Tamaki

Job Title
Founder and International Recruitment Consultant
Tomoko is the founder of TTR - she was born and raised in Toronto, Canada and embarked on her first TEFL journey abroad to teach in Japan! Her initial plan of going abroad for only 1 year, turned into 2 years in Japan, 1 year in Vietnam and 2.5 years in China! She can definitely say that TEFL is the best path she's taken and she now has the privilege to recruit and represent the best teachers and schools!
Tomoko Tamaki

What is your favorite travel memory?

Climbing Mount Fuji, the highest volcano in Japan (3,776 metres to be exact!) With no sleep and very little rest for 24 hours, it was worth it and the views at the top were incredible! You feel on top of the world... until you have to climb back down again! (See photo!)

My first week in Shanghai, I strolled along the waterfronts called The Bund. With stunning views of tall skyscrapers, it's best to go at night! (See photo!)

I went on holiday to a scenic place called Nikko, in Japan. I was surrounded with stunning views of mountains, lakes and I got to experience a Japanese "ryokan", which is a traditional Japanese Inn known for their bamboo floors and outdoor hotsprings! Lush! (See photo!)

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

I love what I do and there's nothing short of that! I'm also continually humbled and fortunate to be able to work with incredible teachers and schools. Without passion in my work, I don't think TTR would be where it is now. I've learnt that you have to put in 100% to what's in front of you and also take the time to enjoy yourself!

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

I love hearing from our teachers how happy they are and seeing all their photos and stories. We always keep in touch with our teachers to ensure that they're doing well. (Feel free to go on Facebook to Tamaki TEFL Recruitment to see teachers testimonials!). The best feeling is knowing that our teachers are enjoying their time abroad and really living life to its fullest! I also love hearing stories of teachers pushing themselves out of their comfort zone- conquering their fear of heights with steep hikes in the mountains, paragliding or even eating cockroach-skewers!

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

That's a tricky question! I love them all!

We have various options available for teachers - whether it's teaching solely a range of young children (2-15 years old), conversational group classes with adult learners or teaching 1-1 business English to adult learners, we have various positions to suit various needs. We will always arrange a brief 20 minute pre screen call first so that we can go through the options and to see if any of the roles is a potential match. If all goes well in the pre screen call, we would discuss arranging the video Skype interview in the near future.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

TTR's unique as we have experience teaching English abroad, so we know what it feels like to leave the comforts and familiarity of home and embark on a completely new adventure. We also get to know our teachers very well and build a strong professional relationship - it's important for us to know that the teachers can come to us at anytime to ask questions and that we offer a lot of pre-departure support.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

We are really passionate about providing the best service for teachers and making the transition abroad as stress-free as possible. It's important for us to get to know our teachers individually and build that trust and rapport. We really want to understand what our teachers are looking for in their ideal jobs and making their dreams a reality. Without that passion and drive, this wouldn't be possible!