Are you a university student in Tokyo looking for a rewarding and flexible job? Do you have a passion for teaching and a desire to make a positive impact on students’ lives?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our tutoring team at Kokusaba , where you can gain valuable experience, earn a competitive wage, and work in a supportive and relaxed environment with the opportunity for professional development.
So What Is Kokusaba Tutoring? Who Are We?
We are a tutoring company based in Japan, specializing in providing personalized tutoring services for international school students following curricula such as the AP, IB, and A Levels.
Our team is comprised of university students who bring their diverse knowledge and fresh perspectives to help younger students excel academically.
We believe in fostering a relaxed and flexible working culture, where our tutors feel empowered to teach in their own unique style and are supported every step of the way.
Our team is composed of university students from top-ranking institutions both in Japan and around the world, including but not limited to Cornell University, Waseda University, the University of Tokyo, and UCLA. Our tutors are not only academically outstanding but also bilingual and come from very diverse backgrounds, enhancing the learning experience for our students.
Why Join Us?
Kokusabe Works With Flexible Scheduling:
At Kokusaba, we understand that the demands of university life can be quite stringent and we offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your classes, exams, and personal commitments.
You can choose tutoring hours that fit seamlessly into your busy student life.
Whether it is through online lessons or choosing lesson locations close to you within Tokyo, you can tutor students based on your schedule and convenience.
We at Kokusaba Offer Competitive Pay:
Earn a competitive wage while gaining invaluable teaching experience.
Our pay rates are designed to reflect the effort and dedication you put into your tutoring sessions.
Kokusaba's strength lies in our tutors, so have a pay raise system based on the number of hours of tutoring a tutor has done, increasing their incentive to use new teaching methods and keep their students engaged!
At Kokusaba, We Match Our Tutors and Students One-on-One :
We match you with students based on your strengths and subject expertise, ensuring that both you and your students have the best possible learning experience.
When you join us, we make sure to ask you which subjects you would like to teach or even the preferred age group you would like to tutor. Even if you do not have teaching experience and would like to teach a new subject, that is okay! We encourage our tutors to adapt to student needs and try out new experiences!
Kokusaba Has a Supportive, Hassle-Free Environment:
Our company culture at Kokusaba is quite relaxed and supportive. We conduct many events to network and interact with other tutors, whether it is for career advice or exchanging tutoring tips for certain students.
We do not micromanage our tutors, and we check in on them from time to time.
While we encourage independence among our tutors, we are always here to provide advice and support whenever you need it.
Professional Development:
Enhance your resume with meaningful work experience. As a tutor, you’ll develop valuable skills such as communication, leadership, and problem-solving, which are highly sought after by future employers.
We are also open to finding dedicated and highly motivated tutors who can join our executive team or even intern at Kokusaba, who are willing to grow and be mentored professionally as well as contribute towards our goals as a company.
Through Kokusaba, Make a Difference:
As a tutor for Kokusaba, you can help students achieve their academic goals and gain confidence in their studies. This reflects our mission as a company: to unlock the potential of motivated young students and connect the world through the act of learning.
There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing your students succeed and knowing you played a part in their success!!
At Kokusaba, We Are Looking For:
University Students: We are looking for motivated university students in Tokyo who are passionate about teaching and have a strong grasp of subjects within the AP, IB, or A Level curricula. Tutors who have experience with other international curricula, or who have studied abroad are also more than welcome to join!
English Language Proficiency:
Our tutors have to be fluent and willing to teach subjects in English, and having Japanese communication skills is also preferable.
If you do not have a high Japanese level, that is also okay as long as you are willing to ask for advice and learn.
Travel Ability: A tutor should be able to travel to various locations in Tokyo if they are teaching in person. We also reimburse transportation costs for our tutors.
Empathetic and Good Communicators: Every student is unique, and you should be able to adapt your teaching style to meet their individual needs. As students look up to a tutor as a mentor, a tutor has to be adaptable to a students' needs and be patient while also being able to empathize with them.
How to Apply
Joining our team at Kokusaba is easy! Simply visit our website and fill out the tutor application form. We’ll ask for some basic information about your background, subject expertise, and availability. If you meet our criteria, we will invite you for an interview to discuss your potential role in more detail.
You can also email and inquiries to us at info@kokusaba.com or connect@kokusaba.com.
Final Thoughts
If you’re a university student in Tokyo with a passion for teaching and a desire to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team of dedicated tutors and embark on a rewarding journey that will not only benefit your students but also enhance your own skills and career prospects. Apply today and become part of our dynamic and supportive tutoring community!
For more information and to apply, visit our website or contact us at [email address/phone number]. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
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