Homeroom in Japan

Applying for the JET Program: Part 1

by Jeanne Beck The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program is an international teaching program run by the Japanese government. Through JETs, individuals can work as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) at Japanese K-12 school districts. Since 1987, more than 70,000 JET Program participants from 75 countries have participated in JET, either as ALTs, Coordinators of…

Teaching Opportunities in Japan

Graduates interested in experiencing a totally different culture providing a lifetime of unique memories and with experience teaching adults and children are needed to teach at Japanese corporations, government ministries and public schools. Initial annual contract with option for renewal includes paid vacations, medical insurance, work visa sponsorship and teacher training. Depending on applicant’s work…

Pearson Seeks Educators to Score edTPA

Attention teacher educators and accomplished teachers, Pearson is in need of educators to score edTPA! edTPA is designed for the profession by the profession, edTPA was developed by teachers and teacher educators from across the nation, in collaboration with faculty and staff from Stanford University, to support candidate learning and preparation program growth and renewal. Aligned…