Japan ALT TEFL Program
Jump into our Japan Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) TEFL Program, designed for those looking to explore this unique and wonderful country! This program is an start for graduates of all ages, offering a unique blend of fun, support, and safety for an unforgettable 12 month teaching journey in Japan's public school system teaching English. Every year, hundreds of graduates choose to kickstart their adventurous journey in Asia with TFT!
We offer the most affordable Japan TEFL experience on the market packed with the best support available.
What's included?
Public school placement in Japan for a full 12 month placement. Fly out in March every year. We work only with trusted, established partners to organise your placement. No teaching experience needed – full training is included.
Premium
Support
Outstanding support from us and our partners. Making your teaching adventure to Japan smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable.
Nationwide Placements
With hundreds of positions available we'll make sure to get you the perfect match for school and town
120 Hour Advanced TEFL Course
Our own award-winning & internationally recognised Advanced TEFL Course + TFTs Lesson Plan Library! Lifetime qualification.
In Depth Training
You'll receive full training in Japan with our local school partner.
Teaching
Placement
Well paid teaching placement for 12 months. All schools & organisations vetted and screened by our team.
Salary & Benefits
You'll be paid well. £1100+ every month + and work permit sponsorship!
What is an ALT in Japan?
Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in Japan help students improve English communication through fun, engaging lessons. Using level-appropriate techniques from our partners ALT training program, ALTs support student learning and development in and out of the classroom.
This teach abroad role is ideal for those new to TEFL or interest in education and cultural exchange. ALTs also join extracurricular activities and serve as cultural ambassadors, helping promote international understanding in Japanese schools and communities.
The most awarded teach abroad provider!
TFT has won multiple awards on Go Overseas for 5 years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024) in a row!
How It Works
Interested in joining our Japan TEFL Program? Here's a quick checklist before starting your application:
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Hold a bachelor's degree or higher in any field.
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Be a native English speaker.
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Able to pass a criminal record check.
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Be in good health.
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Have enthusiasm and readiness for change.
You do not need any experience and full training is provided!
The process kicks off with a casual welcome call to understand your goals. As long as you meet the criteria, you're in! You'll start preparing for your exciting move to South Korea!
Program Fee & Inclusions
The total program fee is £750
The program fee can be paid in full or split into a three equal payments. You can secure your place after sending your application and a TFT team member reaches out to get started!
What's included?
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Fully accredited 120 Hour Advanced TEFL course - online before arrival in Japan
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Japanese language lessons
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Guaranteed job teaching English in a Japanese Public School
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3-5 Summer break
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2 week winter break
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Teacher training and induction in Tokyo
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Monthly salary between £1100-1300 for first time teachers
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Group chat with other applicants
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Work permit/visa assistance
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Full pre & post departure support
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Arrival assistance
Keep reading below for more information on 'Guaranteed Placement', 'Free Housing', 'Other Financials' & 'Signing up with friends'
Guaranteed Placement
All applicants accepted onto the programme are guaranteed a teaching position in a public school in Japan - you need to be quite open minded about where in Japan you will be placed. We will of course take preferences into account but there is no guarantee we can get your location preference exactly.
Public school positions stretch the full length of Japan! You could be placed in a futuristic city or a traditional town fully immersed by Japanese culture. Wherever you go the local people are ultra friendly, the food will be amazing and you'll have a truly once in a lifetime experience.
Accommodation
Accommodation will be organised for you in Japan and you will be responsible for your rent and utilities. Typical rent in Japan is between £350 to £500 per month plus some utilities (electricity/wifi) which you can expect to pay about £50 for. You will be asked to pay a deposit and 1 month rent upfront on arrival, so please take this into account when budgeting.
If you are required to drive to your placement each day, your school will help you with getting set up with a rental car for your placement - often the school will pay a generous contribution to your rental per month and the car will be fully insured. You can use the car in your spare time too, which is perfect for getting out and about to see Japan!
Other financials
The programme fee is £899 which includes all of the above listed. Other expenses also need to be taken into account when signing up.
You will need in the region of £3500 for everything else; this includes background checks, document preparation, flight, travel insurance, initial rent and spending money before your first pay day. The process getting to Japan is quite long, so you will have time to save up for this adventure before departing!
Savings potential in Japan is not the highest. Compared to somewhere like South Korea where you can save £700+ per month comfortably, you may only be able to save a couple of hundred pounds in Japan per month.
Friends & Couples
Often applicants like to sign up with their partner or friend(s) and this is totally fine for Thailand, China and Vietnam.
However, for this Japan programme it is quite difficult to do so and you must be open minded that you and a friend could be working and living in different cities.
If you really want to be placed with your friend or partner, we'd suggest looking at a different programme.
