ALT FAQs - How to Apply ALT Positions

Basic Job Requirements

I am qualified to teach a language other than English. Do you offer classes in other languages?

No, ALTs are required to teach only English. At this time Japanese School Boards are only interested in offering English instruction.

Application Package

Why do you need a photo for application?

In Japan, all job applicants are required to send photos when they apply to a job.

Can I apply while I'm still a student?

Yes, provided you will receive your diploma and will be eligible for a working visa three months before the position start date. It generally takes up to three months to process a working visa from beginning to end, and you must have a Bachelor's degree in order to qualify for it.

Do you want a cover letter?

Yes, please.

Should I send anything else with my resume and recent photo?

Yes, also please include a cover letter, short w and sample lesson. For further details, please see the section of our website titled How to Apply.

Can I e-mail you to let you know that I'm sending a resume by airmail?
(I'm worried that the job will be filled while the post office does its job.)

Please submit a complete application package by email. We do not accept faxed or airmail application packages.

Can I e-mail you with a question not answered on the site?

Yes, please. We will do our best to answer any questions you may have. Please understand, though, that some questions can only be answered for successful applicants.

What's the address again?

ABC PLUS
4-1211 Kurosawa-dai, Midori-ku,
Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 458-0003
JAPAN

Can I apply by e-mail?

Yes. We only accept emailed application packages.