The teaching program is 18 months long and includes preparation and follow-up periods at the Institute in Massachusetts. Teaching experience and ESL preferred. Placements are available in areas such as English, foreign languages, history, languages, psychology, political science, social ecology, sociology and the social sciences and are individualized based on the student's needs and interests. Programs are based at recognized, degree granting institutions in the host country, involve 20 hours of service per week, and have an in-country resident director to assist students. Must have BA and be able to offer immediate skills in coaching, tutoring, extracurricular activities and other areas student training.
Positions are for ten months.
Stipend, insurance and round-trip transportation provided. Areas in special demand include math, science, computers, librarians and elementary teaching. Applicants must have a BA, teaching certification, experience living overseas and be willing to sign a two-year contract. The salary is sufficient to cover personal expenses for living in Japan, and round-trip air transportation is provided. Japanese language not required.