English Teaching Positions in Japan for Fall 2026 (University Program) Westgate Corporation in Japan

Westgate Corporation is recruiting for Fall 2026 teaching positions in Japan through its University Program. The opportunity is aimed at educators who want to teach English in university, extracurricular, and accredited programs across Japan, with a strong emphasis on EFL/ESL, communication-focused English education, and professional teaching experience.

Applicants should have at least a bachelor's degree (or higher). The main eligibility routes are: (1) classroom experience teaching EFL/ESL plus a teaching certificate such as TEFL/TESL/TESOL and/or formal teaching credentials, or (2) at least 1000 hours of EFL/ESL classroom teaching experience in lieu of teaching certificates. The post also says candidates with a master's degree or higher and 3 years' university/community college teaching experience are especially welcome.

This is a paid teaching position, not a scholarship. Compensation is listed at about 260,000 yen/month for instructors with a teaching certificate/qualification and under 499 hours of classroom experience, and about 275,000 yen/month or more for instructors with 500+ hours or 1000+ hours of relevant classroom experience. Housing can be arranged at the candidate's expense, with options including a private room in a social residence or a studio apartment. Westgate also offers flight reimbursement up to 1,200 USD for those coming to Japan for Fall 2026 and working visa sponsorship. The contract is renewable.

To apply, read the Application Information for the Fall 2026 Term on the Westgate website and submit the online application form. The announcement says applicants will be contacted by email after completing the form. The post also notes that applications are currently being accepted and that interviewing begins from May.