Immerse is seeking a part-time Remote Japanese Language Teacher to deliver engaging, one-on-one lessons to adult professionals using innovative VR and video technology. You'll guide learners through realistic scenarios like meetings and travel to develop real-world fluency within a supportive, pedagogy-driven environment.
What You'll Do
- Facilitate structured Japanese communicative lessons in 1:1 sessions with adult learners
- Guide learners through real-life scenarios such as meetings, travel, or professional communication
- Provide feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and fluency
- Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback
- Communicate proactively with the instructional team
- Teach in innovative and immersive teaching environments
What We're Looking For
- BA in Japanese Language Education, Applied Linguistics, or closely related field OR Bachelor’s degree + Japanese language teaching certification and extensive teaching experience
- 2+ years of structured Japanese language teaching experience
- Experience teaching adult learners
- Strong foundation in communicative or task-based language teaching
- Demonstrated ability to develop speaking and listening skills intentionally
- C1 Level Japanese proficiency (JLPT N1 equivalent or ACTFL Advanced High)
- Minimum B2-level English proficiency
- Comfortable using technology and learning new platforms
- Organized, reliable, and professional
- Can commit to consistent weekly availability
Technical Stack
- IMMERSE platform
- video conferencing
Benefits & Compensation
- Teach motivated adult professionals
- Work 1:1 with learners, allowing deeper impact on language development
- Structured lesson frameworks (no full curriculum creation required)
- Fully remote teaching
- Collaborative community focused on pedagogy and learner progress
- Paid preparation time
- Paid onboarding and training
- Paid operational meetings
Compensation: $15–$20 USD/hour for instructional sessions, plus paid preparation and training time.
Work Mode
Remote (excluding residents of California, Oregon, Massachusetts, Kentucky, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, and Washington). Must be available Monday–Friday 5:00–6:00 PM Japan Standard Time (JST) / Sunday–Thursday 4:00–5:00 AM Eastern Time.
Immerse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all team members.
