Japanese Language Instructor [Job Vacancy ID: ST7]

Instructor for Japanese Language Language: Japanese Location: Tokyo, Japan Employment type: Freelance Student: Adult student seeking to learn Japanese Schedule: Once a week on Sundays for 2 hours Start Date: ASAP, at the beginning of June Length of Contract: Up to 75 hours total by December 2026 In STAR7 ( https://www.

star-7.com/en ) we support our customers throughout the product information and content life cycle. STAR7 started its activity as a Language Service Provider more than 20 years ago and it is still expanding worldwide. The STAR7 LLC Academy team works with clients such as companies and relocation companies to provide language training for families moving to new countries.

We are currently recruiting a Freelance Japanese Language Instructor to deliver in person lessons to an adult student in Tokyo, Japan. This assignment may also lead to additional opportunities in the future, supporting other students (virtual and/or in-person).

Key Responsibilities

• in this role you will: Design and deliver engaging one-to-one lessons tailored to the student’s level, goals, and learning style. Focus on improving the student’s fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar in Japanese. Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to support continuous improvement. Encourage active participation and build the student’s confidence in speaking and understanding Japanese . Adapt teaching methods and pace based on the student’s evolving needs. Maintain clear and professional communication with the student and project manager.

Requirements

Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese . Proven experience in teaching Japanese as a second language, preferably in a one-to-one setting. Strong knowledge of Japanese grammar, pronunciation, and usage. Ability to create engaging and personalized lesson plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Patience, flexibility, and a student-centered approach.

A degree in Japanese , Education, Linguistics, or a related field is a plus. TEFL/TESOL certification or equivalent is preferred. GDPR: In compliance with the REGULATION(EU) 2016/679 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons (GDPR), applying to this vacancy you will hereby authorise the recipient of your application to use and process your personal details for the purpose of sending you projects and job offers, recruiting, selecting staff for 10 years and you confirm to be informed of your rights.