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Founding Deployment Lead, Japan

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$220K - $280K/yr

Open to hiring remote across the US and London - we also have offices in NYC, San Francisco ... This role requires full professional bilingual fluency in Japanese and English, deep familiarity ...

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To thrive in a Japanese Remote role, you need advanced Japanese language proficiency, strong communication skills, and relevant experience in the job’s field (such as customer service, translation, or technical support). Familiarity with remote collaboration tools like Zoom, Slack, project management software, and, where applicable, professional certifications such as JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) are valuable. Self-motivation, time management, and cultural sensitivity are standout soft skills for remote work with Japanese clients or teams. These abilities ensure clear communication, efficient task completion, and effective collaboration across distance and cultures.

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A Japanese Remote job is a position that allows you to work from home or any location while using Japanese language skills. These jobs can be in various fields such as customer support, translation, teaching, IT, or marketing. Employers may require fluency in Japanese and sometimes in another language, like English. The job may involve working for Japanese companies or serving Japanese-speaking clients.

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Remote Japanese jobs include roles such as Japanese translator, Japanese teacher, and Japanese tutor. In these jobs, you work from home or an otherwise remote location. If you teach Japanese online, your duties include preparing lessons, instructing students via video chat or an online education portal, and assessing their progress with exams. As a remote Japanese tutor, you help students improve their ability to speak, read, and write Japanese by utilizing online lessons and learning assistance. As a translator, you work to translate or interpret written or spoken Japanese. Your responsibilities include translating audio files, live audio, or written materials.

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Online Japanese Instructor (Remote)

LanguageBird, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA • On-site, Remote

Contractor

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

This is a remote online position. Japanese Instructors residingin any country are invited to apply.
Who We Are
We are a premier,accreditedonline language school seeking passionate Japanese language instructors to join our team for the 2026-27 school year.
At LanguageBird, we believe meaningful learning happens through strong relationships, engaging instruction, and a commitment to continuous growth. We value educators who take initiative, bring positive energy to their work, and create supportive learning environments where students feel challenged, connected, and empowered to succeed.
We offer Middle School and High School Japanese Levels 1-6+, as well as tutoring, conversational, and test-preparation courses. Our curriculum is ACTFL-aligned,and we are textbook-free.
Rather than relying on traditional textbooks, we use ACTFL Can-Do Statements and real-world communication contexts to guide instruction. Our courses emphasize Project-Based Learning, meaningful communication, and authentic language use. We do not assess students through traditional assessments. Instead, instructors facilitate engaging learning experiences using a variety of digital tools and authentic resources and evaluate student growth through projects, participation, and performance-based assessments.
While we provide syllabi and some, instructional guidance and resources, instructors are encouraged to bring creativity, professional expertise, and instructional flexibility to their lessons to meet the unique needs of each learner.
If you are student-centered, creative, technologically confident, and passionate about helping learners build language proficiency through meaningful connections, you will fit right in.
Responsibilities:
  • Teach engaging one-on-one online lessons using Microsoft Teams.
  • Create a supportive and personalized learning environment that promotes student engagement, confidence, and success.
  • Assign and provide timely feedback on class performance, homework assignments, and projects.
  • Monitor student progress and maintain accurate grades and academic records.
  • Communicate professionally and proactively with students, families, and LanguageBird staff as needed.
  • Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.
  • Participate in required training .

Requirements:
  • 1-2+ years of experience teaching Japanese (online and/or in a school setting).
  • Native-like proficiency in Japanese.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Experience working with middle school and/or high school students preferred.
  • Familiarity with educational technology and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment while meeting deadlines and expectations.
  • Evening availability in U.S. time zones (PST preferred).

Please note: Submitted resumes must be in English. Applications without the required video submission will not be considered.
Instructors onboarded for the 2026-2027 school year may begin teaching prior to the official start of the school year.
Job Type:Contract
LanguageBirdis an equal-opportunity employer.
LanguageBirddoes not sponsor US work visas. Instructors residing outside the United States are hired under international contracts, while those legally authorized to work in the United States are hired under U.S.-based contracts. Compensation is determined by teaching experience, education, and other qualifications relevant to the role.
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