English Teaching

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Balancing Fun and Engaging English Lessons

Tips for managing fun with effective learning in the classroom.

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Cultural Exchange: Building Rapport with Japanese Teachers

Making a positive and collaborative relationship with your fellow Japanese teachers is great for your work and integration into the culture.

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Tips for Managing Disruptive Behavior in English Classes

Have students who just make a mess of your lessons? Here’s how you can modify or change the bad behavior.

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Teaching English in Japan: 5 Essential Stories from Foreign Instructors

Want to teach English in Japan? Here are five essential articles for a deep dive into the life of a school teacher.

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Reviving the Classroom: Motivating a Quiet English Class

Is the class falling asleep on you today? Here are some ways you can wake them up.

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Teaching at International Schools in Japan: How I Added the IB Certificate to My Resume

Here’s what I learned from earning certification in a global education program and how it boosted my professional development.

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Jobs for May: Tons of Great Teaching Gigs

There is some great money to be had teaching in Japan—if you know where to look. This month, we've done the legwork for you.

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New Positions for February: Are The Best Teaching Jobs Outside of Tokyo?

New teachers and experienced leaders will find something in this month’s jobs roundup. Where will you land this year?

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5 Kid-Friendly Ghosts for Halloween Activities in Japan

Halloween in Japan doesn't have to be scary. We delve into the world of Japanese monsters to look for kid-friendly, uniquely Japanese thrills and activities for parents and teachers.

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Certifications to boost your resume for English Teaching in Japan

For those that are truly all about teaching, GaijinPot presents a guide to getting ahead in teaching with the best teaching certifications for your career in Japan.

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Life as an English Teacher on Awaji Island

Read one English teacher's experience moving from Osaka to an island near Japan’s Seto Inland Sea.

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5 Positive Classroom Discipline Tips for Teaching in Japan

A patient approach to classroom management for English teachers.

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