All teachers at NLIS:

• are committed followers of Christ in belief and practice.

• have a love of their subject and a love for children.

• have a bachelor's degree in an appropriate major.

• have a relevant teaching license from a government authority.

• must be native English speakers. 

• must be prepared to undergo a full background check and commit to all school policies concerning child protection.

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NLIS Teacher benefits: 

• Visa sponsorship (already being in Japan is preferred, but will hire overseas)

• Health Insurance & national pension (NLIS covers half the costs)

• Competitive salary with regular raises & annual bonuses

• Great hours, 8:30 to 4:00 Monday to Friday

• Long paid vacations

• A sense of purpose

• Free tuition for dependents

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Beginning in April 2025:

 

Full-time Elementary teachers:

     -  5/6th Grade Teacher

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Full-time Secondary teacher:

     -  Junior High and High school math and science teacher   

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Beginning in April 2026:

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Full-time Elementary teacher:

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     -  1st/2nd Grade Teacher​

 

NLIS receives many applications and cannot respond to everyone.