This is for a position in Hyuga City, Miyazaki Prefecture or Oita City, Oita Prefecture

Overseas applicants will not be selected.

Join OWLS – Kyushu's Most Trusted ALT Provider Since 1989

Looking to live and work in beautiful Kyushu, Japan? OWLS Co., Ltd., the longest-running and largest ALT provider in the region, has been making that dream a reality for teachers from around the world since 1989. As the only ALT company based in Kyushu, we know the region, its schools, and its communities better than anyone.

What We Offer:

Full-time, stable positions – Monday to Friday, sociable daytime hours

Comprehensive pre-placement training – Fully prepare for success in Japan's public school system

Ongoing professional development – Monthly, on-the-clock meetings to share the latest teaching methods and materials

Competitive pay – Earn up to 3 million yen annually

Career growth opportunities – Build your teaching career with us

Full social insurance – Health, pension, and employment coverage

Transportation allowance – Reduce your commuting costs

Accommodation support – We handle the housing search, contracts, and paperwork so you can settle in stress-free

Visa sponsorship – For qualified overseas applicants

Why Choose OWLS?

We've built long-standing partnerships with Boards of Education across Kyushu, earning a reputation for trust, reliability, and outstanding support for our teachers. Being locally based means faster responses, stronger relationships, and a true understanding of the needs of both our ALTs and our schools.

Where You'll Work:

Opportunities are available across Kyushu – from bustling Kitakyushu and Fukuoka to scenic Oita, Saga, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, and beyond, including Yamaguchi in Honshu.

Your Role:

Teach English alongside Japanese teachers in public elementary and junior high schools

Inspire and motivate students to actively participate in English communication

Encourage English use in and out of the classroom

Take part in school life, including sports days, cultural festivals, and speech contests

Contract Period:

From now – March 31, 2026 (renewable yearly for 1 year at a time)

Schedule:

Workdays: Monday–Friday

Hours: 8:30–16:30 (slight variations depending on school)

Requirements:

Native English speaker or 12+ years of education in English (proof required for visa sponsorship)

Bachelor's degree or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:

TEFL / TESOL certification

Teaching license

Valid Japanese driver's license

Proficiency with Google Workspace and presentation software

Make Kyushu Your Classroom. Make OWLS Your Home.

Apply today and start your teaching adventure with the team that knows Kyushu best.