Japanese Language Immersion Teacher (K-5)

South Academy of International Languages (S.A.I.L.) is seeking a passionate and dedicated
Japanese Language Immersion Teacher for our elementary school program. The ideal
candidate will be committed to fostering student growth, passionate about the Japanese
language and culture, and experienced in delivering transformative instruction in a full
immersion environment. As a Japanese Language Immersion Teacher, you will teach core
subjects, including math, science, and social studies, aligned with the North Carolina
Standard Course of Study (NC SCOS), entirely in Japanese.

Responsibilities:
● Implement a comprehensive Japanese language immersion curriculum for
elementary students aligned with North Carolina Curriculum standards.
● Deliver engaging, student-centered lessons across core subjects, focusing on
language acquisition.
● Create a classroom environment that captures the culture and language, both orally
and in print.
● Assess student progress and design interventions to support continuous academic
growth toward grade-level expectations.
● Develop specialized instructional materials in Japanese to support the NC SCOS,
using visual aids, real objects, and manipulative materials.
● Engage with parents to foster support for students’ progress in the language
immersion program.
● Collaborate with colleagues teaching other target languages (French, Chinese,
German) and with Japanese immersion teachers to ensure a cohesive educational
experience.
● Participate in various school meetings, including staff meetings and PTSO meetings.
● Track student academic progress, creating assessments such as tests, quizzes, and
projects.
● Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the needs of students with varying
learning styles and abilities.
● Establish and enforce classroom rules and create a respectful, inclusive environment.
● Communicate regularly with parents about student progress.

Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
● Full fluency in Japanese, with familiarity with Japanese culture.
● Prior teaching experience and elementary teaching certification preferred.
● Prior teaching experience required for potential visa support
● Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with colleagues and parents.
● Willingness to pursue teaching certification if not already certified.
● Genuine interest in working with
Join our dynamic team at S.A.I.L. and help shape a multicultural and multilingual learning
environment for our students!