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Asked Questions
How will GEOS for Children look after me?
GEOS for Children promises to provide you with all the support you need to make your stay in Japan feel safe and
comfortable, commencing when we we meet you at the airport. We will arrange for a single-occupancy
apartment and provide you with basic household goods and appliances. We will also help you obtain alien registration and set you up with a bank account.
Can I choose where I will be placed?
GEOS for Children needs to fill vacancies as they arise. Therefore, there is no guarantee where a teacher will be placed. However, due to the rapid expansion of the
company and the need for more and more native English speakers, we certainly take your preference of placement into account and do our best to
accommodate your request.
Can I teach Worldwide?
Yes! In order to be eligible to teach in one of
GEOS' International English Conversation Schools, you must successfully complete at least two years of contracted work with GEOS in Japan.
Can I apply for work with GEOS for Children in Japan?
No. GEOS for Children hires all of its Native Teachers outside Japan.
To apply, complete our online application form
or send your resume to the fax number listed at the bottom of the
page.
How long are your Interview Sessions?
Two full days. We do not hire sight unseen. We believe that it is mutually beneficial that we exchange as much information as possible. This way, both parties are able to make a much more informed decision regarding employment in Japan.
Do I need a University Degree to apply?
The Japanese Immigration
Department prefers applicants to have a university degree. However
two- or three-year diplomas may also be accepted, especially if the
applicant has previous experience relevant to teaching children. NO
TESOL or TEFL certificate is required to teach with GEOS for Children. We employ energetic people
from various backgrounds who share a love of children.
Does GEOS pay for my flight to Japan?
No. However, upon completion of a 12-month contract, GEOS will provide a departing bonus which can be used for a return flight home.
What career opportunities exist within GEOS for Children?
Native English speakers have been a relatively new introduction to GEOS for Children (first introduced in 1997). Therefore, many opportunities exist for career advancement. Possible areas to develop into are training, publishing, substitute teaching (travel all over Japan for free!), personnel and administration. In order to advance into one of these exciting positions, all you need is a strong desire to succeed and
to have completed one contracted year of teaching.
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