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JET Programme 2022
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Cordillera- Aspiring Assistant Language Teachers (ALT) and
Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) in Japan through the
Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program can now submit their application
for 2022.
The primary task of ALTs is to assist in classes led by Japanese English
teachers in public or private schools in their municipalities.
The JET Program is one of the most extensive exchange programs in the world
and Filipinos is one of the popular participants. Japan trusted Filipinos in
the industry of teaching English as Second/Foreign Language (ESL/EFL)
thus, the Philippines and Japan have developed a deeper mutual understanding
through a foreign language exchange and cultural immersion.
Please refer to the following for the eligibility requirements and other
details for the application process:
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) will work in private or public
schools, or local boards of education in the prefecture or municipality they
will be assigned to. ALTs’ primary task is to assist in classes led by
Japanese Teachers of English in the following manners:
● Assisting in the preparation of teaching materials;
● Planning and supervising extracurricular activities for students,
such as English club or sport activities;
● Organizing cultural or international exchange programs.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must:
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be interested in Japan and be willing to deepen their knowledge and
appreciation of Japan after their arrival; be motivated to participate in
and initiate international exchange activities in the local community;
make effort to study or continue studying the Japanese language prior to
and after arriving in Japan
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be both mentally and physically healthy.
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be willing and able to adapt to living and working in Japan, and be
determined to responsibly complete their period of participation.
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hold a Bachelor's degree or higher, or obtain such qualifications by the
designated arrival date.
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be adept in contemporary standard pronunciation, rhythm and intonation in
English and possess excellent language ability that can be applied
accurately and appropriately; have the ability to form sentences in a
comprehensive and logical manner. (See Note 1)
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not have participated on the Programme since the 2017 JET Programme year
or have participated on the Programme for more than 5 years in
total.
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not have declined a position on the Programme after receiving
notification of assignment in the previous JET Programme year (excluding
cases where it is accepted that the Participant had a valid, inevitable
reason for withdrawing).
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not have lived in Japan for 6 or more years in total since 2010.
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have a desire to proactively maintain relations with Japan, even after
completion of the Programme.
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concerning entry into Japan for participation on the Programme, agree to
reside in Japan under the status of residence stipulated in Article 2-2 of
the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act.
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be willing to obey all Japanese laws.
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Applicants with a suspended jail term must have finished their period of
probation by the time they submit their application form.
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be interested in the Japanese education system, particularly foreign
language education in Japan.
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be interested in working with children.
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be qualified as a language teacher or be strongly motivated to take part
in the teaching of foreign languages.
Additional evaluation points will be given to applicants who:
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Have a bachelor’s degree or higher in English or Education.
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Have a professional language teaching license and/or experience
(especially in classroom setting).
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Have a general teaching experience or qualifications. (See Note 2)
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Have a Japanese language background (JLPT passer) and/or Japan study
background. (See Note 2)
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Have experience traveling/living in foreign countries.
Note:
An applicant’s ability to use the English language accurately and
appropriately will be assessed based on the information he or she will
provide in the application documents, as well as the results of an in-house
English exam.
The screening process also involves a teaching demonstration in English and
a Nihongo conversation test.
Application:
Please follow the instructions carefully. The screening committee takes
into consideration the applicants’ ability to follow the guidelines and
instructions.
The following application instructions might be subject to change due to
the current pandemic situation. Please check this website frequently for the
latest instructions.
PLEASE COMPILE YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS INTO THREE (3) COMPLETE, SEPARATE
SETS placed inside a brown/transparent envelope. Please do not use clear
book. Do not staple the forms and other documents.
Download the applications below:
Application Form
(Word) printed in A4 size paper
Application Guidelines
(PDF) Please read through the guidelines thoroughly before starting your
application.
Attachment Chart Sheet of Application
(PDF)
Self- Report of Medical Condition
(s) (Word) All applicants are required to submit this form with their
application.
Statement of Physician
(Word).
Applicants must submit the following documents via (LBC, Grab Express,
Lalamove, etc) to:
The JET Programme
Japan Information and Culture Center
Embassy of Japan in the Philippines
2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1300
For more information visit: https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/00_000147.html
