Why I love being an ALT !

Having a family here in Japan makes this job ideal for me. My regular work schedule is from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM on weekdays. This routine allows me to manage household chores and spend quality time with my family. We also have vacations in the summer, winter, and fall. These extended breaks help me recharge, enabling me to return to work feeling refreshed.

I have had wonderful experiences as an ALT (Assistant Language Teacher). The kids are a joy to teach. Sometimes, they can become overly excited or rowdy in class, but managing the students is not too difficult since I am team-teaching with a Japanese teacher. While there have been challenges, this job is undoubtedly rewarding and fulfilling.

Besides teaching English, I actively participated in school clubs and events. I also engaged in activities outside my schools, such as cultural exchange programs and camps. In these events, I had the opportunity to represent my country, explore Japanese traditions and culture, meet university students from various countries, and many more. These experiences added fun and excitement to my journey as an ALT.

Why Interac?
I’ve been with Interac for several years now, and everything has been great! They provide great resources, including detailed lesson plans, job training, and even Japanese language courses that we can utilize in our work. Furthermore, they also make an effort to host social gatherings for ALTs and staff, which is a great way to connect and have fun together.

The management team is very professional, yet they are also friendly and supportive. Although I only see some of them during training sessions and class observations, they are always just an email or a phone call away whenever I have questions or need assistance.