Specialist Primary Teacher

Summary:

Specialist Primary Teacher needed for a new British international school in Tokyo.

About the School:

A school committed to academic excellence, global learning, and student wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on inclusive education and holistic development.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Specialist Primary Teacher to join our founding team as we prepare to open a new British international Preparatory School in Tokyo. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a world-class learning environment and contribute to the future of education in Japan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons aligned with the British National Curriculum.
• Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies that promote literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking.
• Support the academic and personal development of students aged 3–11 through inclusive and differentiated instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the EDUC8 Group to ensure curriculum alignment and consistency.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment that prioritizes student wellbeing.
• Participate in professional development and contribute to the ongoing growth of the school community.
• Engage in extracurricular activities and enrichment programs to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Support the school's mission of preparing students for success in a global context.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA) and degree-level education.
• Relevant classroom experience in a primary setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to plan and deliver effective lessons.
• A commitment to safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, and inclusive practice.
• A flexible, resilient, and collaborative spirit suitable for a founding school phase.

Preferred

• Experience in international or British curriculum schools outside the UK.
• Experience supporting EAL pupils or multilingual learners.
• Familiarity with COBIS accreditation standards.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Relocation support for overseas candidates.
• Full visa sponsorship for overseas appointees.