Deliver one-on-one conversational and assessment-based English lessons to adult Japanese students
Mentor and support students at all proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced
Adapt teaching methods to meet individual students' needs and learning styles
Creating a positive and engaging learning environment while maintaining a professional presence
Monitor student progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly

3-year National Diploma (minimum qualification)
Completed, accredited 120-hour TEFL certificate or equivalent
Minimum 1 year of ESL teaching experience
Demo lesson required as part of the application process
Able to teach English across all CEFR proficiency levels — from absolute beginner to advanced
Energetic, student-focused, and comfortable teaching online
Schedule-aware and responsive: you are responsible for knowing your shift and adapting to changes
Clear and effective communication
Patience and empathy with learners at all levels
Positive attitude and professional presence
Strong time management and organisational skills
Adaptability in a dynamic, student-driven environment
Problem-solving mindset
Technical Requirements: Computer: Processor minimum 2GHz / 4 CPU; RAM minimum 8GB; Internet: Fibre connection with LAN cable; minimum 20 Mbps upload and download speed; Backup power: Required (load shedding/power outage preparedness); Webcam and noise-cancelling headset; Quiet, private, well-lit teaching space with a neutral background

Earn in : Your rate is $6.50 per hour — paid in a stable international currency, straight to you as an independent contractor.
Real One-on-One Teaching: No group classes. Every session is 25 minutes with a single adult student. You'll adapt to their level — from absolute beginner to very advanced — and actually see the impact of your teaching.
Teach Into a Market That Values Education: Japanese adult learners are motivated, respectful, and genuinely invested in improving their English. If they like you, they come back — meaning you can build a loyal, consistent student base over time.
Minimal Admin — No Report Writing Required: The client uses AI to generate detailed student reports. Your only contribution is a brief, encouraging message — around 2 minutes of your time per class. That's it.
Everything You Need Is Provided: Lesson materials are fully provided. You teach on the client's internal platform (linked to Zoom) — no lesson planning from scratch, no hunting for resources.
Free Professional Development via Inspire Academy: As a teacher with The Really Great Teacher Company, you get access to Inspire Academy — our free professional development platform designed to help you grow as an online educator.
Onboarding Support & Community: You won't be thrown in the deep end. Structured onboarding and dedicated support are available, along with a community of fellow teachers via the Evolve Program.

Online ESL Teacher, Japanese Adult Students

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