Hi everyone.
I have a question for you all. I have a degree in foreign languages, a CELTA certification, and have 2 years of experience tutoring IELTS in my home country.
Currently, I am in my third year as an ALT, where I act as the T1 with only a supervisor observing the class. I am also fluent in Japanese, so I take part in all of the meetings and 研修. Next year, I plan on getting a master’s degree in TESOL, and I aim to transition into a main teaching position by hopefully getting a prefectural 特別免許状. If I can't get this I have to apply for a private school. In which case, do you think my qualifications and experience are enough?
I keep hearing that ALT experience will be ignored, so I'm a bit nervous about going the private school route.
I don't want to return to my home country to obtain a teaching license, as I’ve already established a life here.
by george3544