A well-established international school in Japan is seeking a dedicated and passionate
DP Chemistry Teacher
to join its team from
August 2026.
Overview**
The successful candidate will teach IB DP Chemistry (Grades 11–12), working with students of varied abilities and supporting them in achieving strong academic outcomes. The role also includes participation in a homeroom team and active involvement in the wider school community.

About Our School
This established international school offers a high-quality IB continuum education, delivering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) to a diverse, international student body. The school is committed to academic excellence, inquiry-based learning, and the holistic development of secondary students. The school values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement among its staff. Teachers work closely with programme coordinators and colleagues to design engaging, student-centred learning experiences and to support students both academically and pastorally.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive salary package aligned with experience and qualifications
• Full visa sponsorship and support with immigration processes
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid school holidays in line with the academic calendar
• Professional development opportunities, including IB training
• Supportive and collaborative international teaching environment
• Access to high-quality facilities and teaching resources
• Opportunities to contribute to extracurricular and school-wide initiatives
• Stable, full-time employment within an established IB secondary school

Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in Sciences or a related field (strong Chemistry background required)
• Recognised teaching qualification / licence from home country
• Minimum 2 years' experience teaching Sciences at high school level
• Experience with IB MYP and/or DP strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of IB curriculum frameworks
• Excellent written and spoken English Experience with inquiry-based teaching approaches
• Confidence using educational technology (e.g. Google Workspace, Manage Bac, Microsoft Office)
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners

Facts & Figures

• Location: Tokyo, Japan
• Job type: Contract
• Duration: 1-2years (renewable)
• Benefits: Visa, Paid School Holidays, Health insurance
• Salary range: Competitive, depending on experience and qualifications

About ASQ: The perfect match between international schools and candidates
ASQ International partners with a number of exceptional International schools globally to offer the latest and best selection of educational positions.
Kindly send your
2-page Word Document CV
to:
Lauren Trent
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We look forward to hearing from you.
If your application has been successful, we will contact you within 5 days.
Please note, even if you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will keep your details on file in the ASQ Education talent pool, as you could be perfect for one of our future international positions.