JOYTALK is now accepting applications for energetic and enthusiastic native English speakers to work as kindergarten English teachers in Yokohama City or Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, starting with training in August / September 2025, before the work assignment begins.● REQUIREMENTS:Applicants must:・ be native speakers of English・ have at least a bachelor's degree from a university・ be willing to commit to at least the end of the school year at the end of March 2026 (renewal may be possible)・ enjoy working with children・ be able to follow a specific curriculum for teaching English・ be able to supervise children outside of class when required・ be a team player・ be outgoing with students and teachers taking initiative even in situations where English is not the main languageApplicants would also be highly regarded if they have or hold:・ childcare qualifications or certifications・ early childhood education qualifications・ conversational Japanese language skills・ have previous kindergarten experience or teaching experience with children in their home country・ have a license valid for driving in Japan● CONDITIONS & BENEFITS:・ Work at the assigned kindergarten from Monday to Friday on an 8 hour work shift between 9:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday.・ The kindergarten may have events from time to time that fall on a weekend, in which case time off in lieu will be scheduled.・ The salary will depend on qualifications, teaching experience, Japanese language skills, interview result, etc., and as such, will range between 230,000 and 260,000 yen per month. A stable monthly salary will be set, which is not a daily pay system.・ Full monthly attendance will be rewarded with a bonus that is paid at the completion of the full contract.・ We pay a capped monthly transportation allowance that will vary depending on work conditions. This is paid ON TOP OF THE SALARY, not included as part of it.・ We would offer paid leave from the start of the contract if it is more than 6 months long.・ We can handle all visa related issues on your behalf at the immigration office so there is no need for you to take time off to be there.・ The teacher would be enrolled in the company's social insurance system (shakai hoken), which includes subsidised health insurance and pension.● SUPPORT・ Joytalk has been recruiting foreign staff for more than 43 years. We pride ourselves on providing quality and personal assistance to our foreign language staff.・ We provide visa sponsorship and DO NOT charge applicants a set company fee for getting, renewing or changing a visa.・ We can secure discounted car rental and organise rental accommodation for our teachers if necessary.・ We provide 24 hour support or assistance where needed.Joytalk is proud to have supported our teachers with full work and full salary during the COVID-19 school shutdowns.IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR STABLE EMPLOYMENT AND A STABLE INCOME, JOYTALK IS THE PLACE FOR YOU. APPLY NOW!Please submit your resume along with cover letter for assessment.* If you wish to submit a photo with your application, please make sure the subject adheres to professional standards.** Unfortunately, we are only able to respond to those who pass initial screening.We look forward to hearing from you soon.