Why is Interac so bad?
I've been going through the interview process with them, and am about to have my long call tomorrow.…
Interac – where were you placed and when did you find out?
I'm currently waiting for my CoE, I've been assigned to Kantō North and want to know where I'll…
I’m helping out a student in Japan with his English work periodically. Now I need a little help with a question he asked me
So, a student on Speaky sometimes asks me for help with English classwork and homework and the like.…
How do I request to be given permanent contract at my university?
I'm currently on my 6th conseuctive year at a university. I've worked on a part-time contract all these…
How difficult is it to become a private piano/music teacher in Japan as an English speaker?
Hi there, My Japanese is very basic, I have been learning but it is nowhere near what I…
Considering Heart ALT job in Tokyo from 2024-25
Hello everyone, I'm considering taking on an ALT job with the Heart Corporation beginning this fall. I got…
Teacher Water Cooler – Month of May 2024
Discuss the state of the teaching industry in Japan with your fellow teachers! Use this thread to discuss…
Choosing the right company (any help would be appreciated)
I would like to teach English or be at least a ALT in Japan but there are so…
Interviewing ALTs in Tokyo Area
Hey guys! I am currently a 4th year university student working on my thesis with the main topic…
ATTENTION! NOVA is shifting all Independent Instructor contracts to Zero-Hours
I've recently been made aware that all Gyomu-Itaku contract offers going forward will be following the GABA method…
Becoming a teacher or choosing another career path after graduating a Japanese university
I’m attending a Japanese university and upon graduating I’ll get a license (一種) for both high and middle…
ALT to Main Teacher – Transitional Period Advice
Hey guys, first time poster here. よろしくお願いいたします！ Before anything, I'm aware of the compilatory thread that is pinned…