ECC English Teacher in Japan

Since 1962 ECC has been at the leading edge of language education in Japan and has grown to have over 150 schools throughout the nation. We promote a spirit of multiculturalism represented by a team of 15 nationalities with over 400 native English-speaking teachers.

Minimum Requirements

• Native English speaker
• Bachelor's degree or above
• Must be able to work for at least one year

Contract and Working Conditions

ECC offers a progressive contract package among English conversation schools in Japan. We are a supportive, reliable employer and many teachers have joined us from other schools.

While many schools require a 40-hour workweek for a similar salary, ECC offers a 35-hour workweek, two to four weeks more vacation, and comprehensive training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive paid training and in-house lesson plans
• 5-day work week
• 70,000 yen international flight stipend
• Commuting expenses fully reimbursed
• Housing/accommodation arrangements and support
• Competitive salary of 277,500 yen based on a 35-hour work week (26 hours/week of in-class teaching)
• Annual performance-based salary stipend
• Extensive paid time off (138 paid days off per full academic year)
• Japanese social, health and pension benefits

Recruitment Sessions

ECC is focusing on the following recruitment session locations for positions starting mid 2026 and beyond:

• Canada – Toronto: Recruitment sessions are held monthly for positions starting mid 2026 and beyond. Sessions include an overview of ECC, a teaching role play, English proficiency test, and interview.
• USA: In-person recruitment sessions in select cities in late May 2026 for positions starting in Japan autumn 2026 and early 2027. Sessions include an overview of ECC, teaching role play, English proficiency test, and interview.
  • New York City – May 23, 24
  • Atlanta – May 27, 28
  • Los Angeles – May 31, June 1
• UK: In April ECC will hold in-person recruitment sessions in Manchester and London for positions starting in Japan September 2026 and beyond. Sessions include an overview of ECC, teaching role play, English proficiency test, and interview.
  • Manchester – April 10, 11
  • London – April 14, 15, 17, 18

How to Apply

Please apply using the form below.

For more details, visit www.eccteachinjapan.com.