University EFL Instructor in Japan

Now Recruiting for Fall 2026

We are accepting applications for teaching positions in our University Program from applicants both inside and outside Japan for the fall 2026 term.

How to Apply

Please apply using the form below.

University Program

Teaching Programs

We are seeking highly motivated educators to teach English in university, extracurricular, and accredited programs throughout Japan. These positions are ideal for instructors interested in communication-focused English education, professional development, and teaching within Japanese educational institutions.

Qualifications

• University graduates with a bachelor's and/or more advanced degree, plus one of the following:
• Experience teaching EFL/ESL in a classroom environment, along with a teaching certificate (TEFL/TESL/TESOL) and/or teaching credentials or qualifications (elementary/primary/secondary).
• 1000+ hours of EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching certificates, credentials, or qualifications.
• No Japanese language ability is required.

Contract Period

• Fall term: September to December / January / February (approximately 3 to 5 months)
• Spring term: April / May to July (approximately 3 to 4 months)

Location

Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, and Nagoya

Compensation

• Approximately 260,000 yen per month for instructors with a teaching certificate or qualification, but less than 499 hours of actual classroom teaching experience.
• Approximately 275,000 yen per month or more for instructors with a teaching certificate or qualification who have 500+ hours of actual classroom teaching experience.
• Approximately 275,000 yen per month or more for instructors who have 1000+ hours of actual classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching qualifications.
• Compensation is based on an hourly rate of pay. Exact monthly earnings fluctuate, but over the course of a contract period they average out to the figures listed above.

Other

• Housing can be arranged at the cost listed below, which covers rent, utilities, and monthly maintenance fees:
• 81,000 yen per month for a private room in a social residence, or
• 98,000 yen per month for a studio-type apartment
• Flight reimbursement of up to 1,200 USD for those coming to Japan for Fall 2026.
• Working visa sponsorship is available.
• Renewable contract.

Attention

We are also looking for candidates with the following background and experience:

• Master's degree or higher
• Total 3 years' experience (6 or more terms/semesters) teaching at a university or community college (all subjects)

About Westgate

Westgate aims to shape the future of English education in Japan. We have been providing conversation-based, practical English lessons since 1983 and hire around 180 instructors every term. Generations of Japanese students have developed their communicative English skills and cultural awareness through our programs. As well as helping shape the direction of our students' lives and careers, we have also been a gateway to career development for countless English instructors around the world. Find out more about Westgate at https://www.westgatejapan.com/.