Finding Your Teaching Niche in Japan: Moving Beyond Elementary ALT Life
You enjoyed teaching, but you know elementary classrooms aren’t your long-term home. You’re living in a city, studying for N1, and trying to figure out what comes next after JET. Sound familiar? Many teachers in Japan hit this exact crossroads. You’ve got solid classroom experience, you love working with learners, but the jobs you keep seeing online are all kindergarten, eikaiwa, or elementary-lev...[Read More]
Teaching English in Japan: What the Community Wants You to Know
Japan remains one of the most popular destinations for TEFL teachers—and for good reason. From neon-lit Tokyo streets to quiet mountain towns, the country offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity that draws thousands of English teachers every year. But behind the glossy images of sakura and sushi, what does teaching in Japan actually feel like? A recent discussion among experienced teacher...[Read More]
After wrapping up the 200-hour…
After wrapping up the 200-hour online diploma, I gotta say the whole thing was pretty solid. It wasn’t perfect, but it got the job done. I’m planning to switch over from my old job and start teaching, so this was a necessary step. Even though I was kind of neutral on it, I did pick up some useful stuff. Looking forward to their next course to be honest.
I was curious how an online co…
I was curious how an online course could really prepare someone for a real classroom. This one surprised me. I liked that I could go at my own pace. It made me feel more in control. I just wanted more freedom in my schedule, and this delivered. The practical stuff was useful. Maybe a bit more video would be nice, but overall, a solid choice.
After finishing the intensive …
After finishing the intensive applied learning course, I felt satisfied with what I got out of it. As a visual learner, the videos and charts really helped me understand things. My main goal was to live abroad and meet people, and this course gave me the confidence to do that. It was a solid experience overall.
I finished the intensive appli…
I finished the intensive applied learning course a while back, and last week I got my certificate. Meeting folks from all walks of life was a big plus for me. I learn best by working with others, and we did a lot of that. I’m pretty happy with how it all turned out. I feel good about what I accomplished.
I just wrapped up the certific…
I just wrapped up the certificate last week after taking the short-term course. Meeting folks from all over was a big plus for me. I really liked working in groups and learning together. It felt great, honestly.
The whole thing felt pretty st…
The whole thing felt pretty straightforward and easy to follow from start to finish. As someone who just wrapped up the certificate, I can say the structure kept me on track. I’m really happy with how it all went. This was a solid step for me before moving on to more advanced stuff. It definitely gave me a good push towards exploring new places and cultures. I’m encouraged by my own pr...[Read More]
It was a good experience overa…
It was a good experience overall. I just wrapped up the 100-hour program and I’m honestly delighted with how it went. The lessons were pretty straightforward and easy to fit into my schedule. I’m really excited about what’s next, mostly because I want to use this to see more of the world and teach in new places. The feedback from ******* was always useful too, which helped a lot. I feel ready to s...[Read More]
I’m satisfied with how the cou…
I’m satisfied with how the course turned out overall. Working through the modules at my own pace suited me fine as an independent learner. Meeting peers from different backgrounds was a real highlight for me. The whole thing felt like a solid university-level experience. I feel ready to apply for new positions now, honestly.
I got through the whole course…
I got through the whole course without any real problems. The structure helped me stay on track with all the lessons. ******* was one of the best teachers I’ve had. I feel ready to apply for new positions now. This was a solid step for leaving my old job behind.
I got through the whole progra…
I got through the whole program while working full time, which was nice. The modules were pretty straightforward and I could do them whenever I had a free moment. I felt decent about finishing, though some parts were a bit dry. It definitely gave me a solid base to start from, even if I wasn’t blown away by everything.