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Phihong USA Corp

Director of Engineering

Fremont, CA · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ability to teach, coach, and mentor entry level engineers * Excellent written and verbal ... Proficient in English (ready, writing & verbal skills) Experience: * B.S. in Engineering or ...

SAP Fioneer

Senior ABAP Developer - C4M (USA)

We'll be happy to show you everything we know and we're looking for someone who can teach us just ... Fluent English (oral & written) Benefits * We are a pragmatic, fast-paced startup company paired ...

LAUKOA

Instructor with Security Clearance

Fort Leonard Wood, MO · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Teach Basic Skills Education Program (BSEP) academic basic skills remediation, test preparation ... of Math, Reading, English Grammar, Science, Writing, Language Arts, or oral and written ...

Crimson Education

Sales Development Representative

CA · On-site +1

$640/day

Professors and PhD teaching fellows from leading universities to guide students through original ... We now operate across 21 markets worldwide, including the US, Canada, UK, Singapore, Japan, Hong ...

Fujifilm

Executive Director, Site Leader

Warminster, PA · On-site

$182K - $255K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a ... Mentoring, coaching and teaching ability and orientation * People development, performance ...

Fujifilm

Executive Director, Site Leader

Warminster, PA · On-site

$182K - $255K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a ... Mentoring, coaching and teaching ability and orientation * People development, performance ...

Fujifilm

Executive Director, Site Leader

Warminster, PA · On-site

$182K - $255K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a ... Mentoring, coaching and teaching ability and orientation * People development, performance ...

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How much do japan english teaching jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for japan english teaching in the United States is $53,610.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $61,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Japan English teaching job?

Japan English Teaching jobs involve instructing students in the English language, typically as a foreign language, at various educational levels such as elementary, junior high, high school, or conversational schools (eikaiwa). Teachers may be placed through programs like the JET Programme or work for private institutions. Responsibilities include lesson planning, classroom management, and helping students improve their English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Many positions require a bachelor's degree and, for some roles, a teaching certification or prior experience may be preferred. These roles offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Japanese culture while contributing to students' language development.

What is the difference between Japan English Teaching vs Japan ESL Teaching?

AspectJapan English TeachingJapan ESL Teaching
CertificationsTEFL/TESOL requiredTEFL/TESOL required
Work EnvironmentPublic/private schools, language institutesPublic/private schools, language institutes
Industry UsageCommon term for teaching English in JapanOften used interchangeably, but emphasizes English as a Second Language
Search IntentJob opportunities, teaching roles in JapanSimilar roles, focusing on ESL teaching in Japan

Japan English Teaching and Japan ESL Teaching are often used interchangeably. Both involve teaching English in Japan, requiring similar certifications and working in similar environments. The term "ESL" emphasizes English as a Second Language, but in practice, both titles refer to similar roles in language schools, public schools, and private institutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Japan English teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Japan English Teacher, you generally need a bachelor's degree (any field, though English or education is preferred), strong command of the English language, and often a TEFL/TESOL certification. Familiarity with classroom technology, digital teaching tools, and sometimes knowledge of Japanese language systems is beneficial. Outstanding communication, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for building rapport with students and navigating cultural differences. These skills and qualifications ensure effective language instruction, positive student engagement, and successful integration into Japanese educational environments.

What are some common challenges English teachers face when adapting to Japanese classroom culture?

English teachers in Japan often encounter challenges such as navigating different classroom management styles, adjusting to indirect communication, and understanding the expectation for group harmony. Teachers may find students hesitant to speak up or make mistakes, as Japanese educational culture tends to emphasize group consensus and modesty. Building rapport with students and collaborating with Japanese co-teachers (JTEs) can require patience and openness to feedback, but over time, teachers who adapt their teaching methods and show cultural sensitivity often find the experience highly rewarding.
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Infographic showing various Japan English Teaching job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,610 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

Director of Engineering

Phihong USA Corp

Fremont, CA • On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Director of Engineering
The ideal candidate will plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the R&D engineering department with emphasis on new product design and launch, continuous improvements, and cost savings.
Responsibilities:
  • Leads and directs the engineering team to obtain optimum productivity, exceed project goals, and train the entry-level engineers
  • Manages staff selection, performance, development and training processes to ensure team competencies and capabilities to reach the business goals and expectations
  • Responsible for developing and implementing manufacturing methods, ensuring the highest quality, lowest cost, lowest scrap, and optimum capacity
  • Guide design/manufacturing concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques to include standard work
  • Quotes, purchases, and inspects new equipment required for ongoing efficient operation of process and implementation of new processes
  • Assists in the development of processes and procedures to drive improvements and best practices
  • Determines and reviews all manufacturing processes for cost-effectiveness and feasibility, both before and after engineering releases to manufacturing
  • Assists with engineering releases and changes relative to routings, setting standards, data entry, and follow-up
  • Participates in design reviews and responsible for improving the design for manufacturability early in the design phase of new product development
  • Conduct a continuous search of new materials, fixtures, processes and procedures to enhance and improve the production lines to help the operation reduce overall costs
  • Work closely with the quality and operations teams to manage root cause analysis and corrective actions related to internal and/or external quality concerns
  • Lead and assist the training of production employees in best practices of setting up equipment and tooling, maintaining processes, and troubleshooting problems

Qualifications:
  • Must have experience in new product launch and program implementation
  • Advanced knowledge of Power Supply Manufacturing concepts and techniques
  • Ability to teach, coach, and mentor entry level engineers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize with changing situations
  • Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to drive tasks to completion
  • Able to handle multiple priorities and work well under pressure
  • Ability to communicate accurately and comfortably with all levels of management
  • Must be able to efficiently and accurately create and modify engineering drawings
  • Motivated self-starter that is able to productively work alone and in groups to solve problems
  • Proficient in English (ready, writing & verbal skills)

Experience:
  • B.S. in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education. MSEE preferred
  • 5+ years of supervisory or management experience
  • 15+ years' experience

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

About Phihong
Phihong is a global leader in the development of world-class power solutions, with annual revenue of $400+ Million. A leading supplier of power adapters, power supplies, Power-over-Ethernet products, and electric vehicle chargers, Phihong proudly serves OEMs in the medical, datacom, telecom, personal electronics, industrial, and networking markets, and has a truly global reach with design labs, manufacturing facilities, and sales support centers in California, New York, The Netherlands, China, Japan, and Taiwan.
Phihong is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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