Elementary Teacher
Okinawa Christian School International
Okinawa
- ¥3,650,000 - ¥4,380,000 per year
- Salary:
- Salary is paid in Japanese Yen with additional benefits to include commuting, relocation, health insurance, pension, and school fees.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 01 August 2026
- Apply by:
- 31 March 2026
Job overview
- Plan and deliver clear, well-organized lessons aligned with school standards and students’ developmental needs.
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners and use assessments to monitor and guide student growth.
- Create a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment that supports learning and positive behavior.
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
- Participate in professional learning, team collaboration, and the school improvement process.
- Support the mission, vision, values, and Expected Student Outcomes of OCSI.
- Bachelor’s degree (education or related field).
- Valid teacher certification/licensure.
- Successful classroom teaching experience (minimum of 2 years preferred).
- Commitment to Christian education and ability to integrate faith into teaching and community life.
- Alignment with OCSI’s mission, vision, and values.
- Experience in international or multicultural school settings.
- Experience using standards-based curriculum and assessment practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
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About Okinawa Christian School International
Okinawa Christian School was established in 1957 to provide Christ-centered education for the children of evangelical missionaries. OCSI currently serves over 580 students in our K-12 program.
Our classes are taught in English, and we use an American-style curriculum that addresses the whole person, is Biblically based, recognizes all truth is God’s truth, emphasizes sharing the Gospel and discipleship, and encourages Biblical thinking and living.
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