I am currently an N5/N4 and working toward N1 in Japanese comprehension, I also have a teaching degree in the US with a specialization in Special Education focused on Autism and Cognitive Impairment. I've visited Japan a few times and think once I feel like my Japanese is strong enough, I would like to at least have the experience of working and living there for a time.
Does anyone here have experience working mostly with Special Education? I understand ALT placement can happen a lot, especially with teaching English. I'm fine with teaching English to special needs students, but I'm looking more for the full classroom experience, either in a dedicated general school or vocational, for adults or children. (I have experience in both, though my biggest experience has been with teenagers and young adults with moderate to severe needs.)
I'm curious if there is a shortage of SE teachers in Japan just like here, so if I put in a request for placement in one in the future, would I be more likely to receive it? I know placement requests can be hit or miss. I was thinking of contacting the Fukuoka University SE department for information on areas that more desperately need teachers or programs they could point me to.
Has anyone had experience with ENSO International, TELL Japan, University of Tsukuba, or Nishimachi International? Thanks!
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