There are many bright, highly-motivated high school students in Georgia who want to study Japanese, either because they are interested in that fascinating culture or because they recognize Japan's considerable influence in the international business community. Trouble is, there is a shortage of teachers certified to teach Japanese, and the language is not offered at many Georgia high schools. Schools in other states pay for Irasshai at a rate of several hundred dollars per student. Until this school year, Georgia schools also paid a slightly reduced fee. This applies to all high school students attending a Georgia public, private or home school.
Schools are responsible for providing a classroom teacher to act as course facilitator.
The facilitator takes attendance, collects homework, monitors tests and provides a positive instructional environment. Actual instruction, conversation practice and the grading of most tests are provided by Irasshai staff. Best of all, the facilitator does not have to be certified to teach Japanese. In fact, many facilitators learn Japanese right along with their students. Facilitators also may become PeachStar representatives and receive special perks and bonuses.