Current openings available in Oita, Kumamoto Prefecture and Miyazaki Prefecture.
Apply:
https://www.owls-office.jp/apply-now/
Contract Period:
Now until March 31, 2026 (renewable)
School:
Elementary and Junior High
Schedule:
Workdays: Monday–Friday
Hours: 8:30–16:30 (times may vary depending upon location)
About OWLS:
Kyushu’s Most Trusted ALT Provider Since 1989
OWLS Co., Ltd., the longest-running and largest ALT provider in the Kyushu region, has been making the working in Japan dream a reality for teachers from around the world since 1989. As the only ALT company based in Kyushu, we know the region, its schools, and its communities better than anyone.
What We Offer:
Full-time, stable positions – Monday to Friday, sociable daytime hours
Comprehensive pre-placement training – Fully prepare for success in Japan’s public school system
Ongoing professional development – Monthly, on-the-clock meetings to share the latest teaching methods and materials
Competitive pay – Earn up to 3 million yen annually
Career growth opportunities – Build your teaching career with us
Full social insurance – Health, pension, and employment coverage
Transportation allowance – Reduce your commuting costs
Accommodation support – We handle the housing search, contracts, and paperwork so you can settle in stress-free
Visa sponsorship – For qualified overseas applicants
Why Choose OWLS?
We’ve built long-standing partnerships with Boards of Education across Kyushu, earning a reputation for trust, reliability, and outstanding support for our teachers. Being locally based means faster responses, stronger relationships, and a true understanding of the needs of both our ALTs and our schools.
Your Role:
Teach English alongside Japanese teachers in public elementary and junior high schools
Inspire and motivate students to actively participate in English communication
Encourage English use in and out of the classroom
Take part in school life, including sports days, cultural festivals, and speech contests
Requirements:
Native English speaker or 12+ years of education in English (proof required for visa sponsorship)
Bachelor's degree or higher.
Preferred Qualifications:
TEFL / TESOL certification
Teaching license
Valid Japanese driver’s license
Proficiency with Google Workspace and presentation software
Make Kyushu Your Classroom. Make OWLS Your Home.
Apply today and start your teaching adventure with the team that knows Kyushu best.
OWLS, Kyushu's longest established ALT provider is now hiring for current openings and future openings from October 2025.
Yanai City and Oita City positions are now open for applicants
General position details:
Work alongside Japanese teachers teaching English at public elementary and junior high schools.
Encourage and motivate students to learn and participate actively.
Promote the use of English, both inside and outside the classroom.
Be part of the school community by being involved with activities (sports/culture day, English speech contests etc.)
Location:
Throughout Kyushu including Fukuoka ken, Oita Ken, Miyazaki Ken, Saga Ken, Kumamoto Ken and Yamaguchi Ken in Honshu.
Contract Duration:
From your start date to March 31st 2026 (Contracts are renewable from April 1st each following year)
Work days:
Monday to Friday
Work hours:
8:30 - 16:30 (times may vary slightly depending upon location)
Compensation:
Base salary from 220,000 yen and up depending upon teaching experience in Japan and Japanese language ability.
Transportation expenses:
Up to 15,000 yen per month provided on top of the base salary.
Insurance:
Social Insurance applied. 50% of which is paid by OWLS. (Includes health insurance, national pension and employment insurance)
Applicants must either be a native English speaker or have at least 12 years of being fully educated in English proof for via sponsorship if required.
Advantageous qualifications:
TEFL / TESOL certification
Teaching license
Valid Japanese driver's license
IT Skills in presentation software and Google suits
Visa:
Visa sponsorship available for eligible applicants.
Accommodation:
Assistance in finding accommodation is available to successful applicants.
NEWS
July 2025 Yamaguchi prefecture ALT training
On July 18th, OWLS teachers from across Yamaguchi Prefecture came together for a special skills training event at Konkon Park in Yuda Onsen.
Teachers from Yamaguchi City, Yanai City, and Nakano City enjoyed learning new skills through interactive software, advanced joint lesson planning, and fresh, modern activities that appeal to today’s children.
For some, it was their first time meeting fellow coworkers from other areas of Yamaguchi. The high spirits and enthusiasm of all involved contributed to a wonderful training experience.
June 2025 Online English lessons
This month saw the start of the OWLS online English lessons for various municipalities around Kyushu.
Online lessons provide elementary and junior high students with opportunities to communicate with people around the world, allowing them to learn about local customs as well as present their own unique customs and questions to many different nationalities in English.
2024 Nakagawa English Events - September & November
A big thank you to all who attended the Nakagawa English Events this year. You really did a great job and impressed not only us but also the Nakagawa Board of Education. We hope that you will all be able to join again in 2025. We're looking forward to it !
OWLS 2024 Saga Summer Camp - July & August
The first of our two annual Saga Summer Camps took place on July 30th and 31st. This year once again junior high school students from Korea joined alongside Japanese JH students to enjoy a variety of activities in English. This year's camp theme was for students to make their own area promotional video using English. So many inspiring ideas from the students with all enjoying the challenge. As well as the video, students could participate in many other activities from quizzes, craft and of course the camp favourite, roasting marshmallows.
Winter Break - December
We'd like to inform everyone that between December 29th and January 4th, we will be on our winter break. Do feel free to contact us in the meantime, we'll be back in touch after the winter break.
We wish you all a peaceful and happy vacation over the winter break and a Happy New Year.
English Challenge - October
October 28th saw the first of 3 English Challenge events with the first one being held in Tagawa for elementary school students.
Over 40 students in groups attended the whole day event, having fun studying in English via many different activities allowing the students not only to learn the culture of other countries via English but also try them out. Students enjoyed learning about music, food, sports, overseas schools and so much more as well as having online Q&A with native speakers.
By the end of the day each group of students had learned about a specific country which they then shared with other groups as part of a conversation quiz session in English.
The second and third English challenge events will take place this November.
