The IB education department at Ritsumeikan Uji High School is looking for an open-minded and proactive qualified teacher to join a dynamic group of educators. The ideal candidate is an experienced science teacher who can work both independently on a day-to-day basis and also collaboratively with other science teachers to coordinate interdisciplinary projects and ensure a high standard of instruction in the department.
The position is ideally for an IBDP Science teacher, specializing in Biology and/or Environmental Systems and Societies, and with the ability to teach General Science for the 11-15 age range.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach up to 15 classes per week, on average, where each class is 50 minutes long. Teachers are also encouraged to assist with extra-curricular activities and develop their own opportunities for students based on personal interests and hobbies.
We are a relatively small IB program in a much larger school with small class sizes and access to large amounts of resources. IB Science teachers have dedicated, modern and well-equipped labs. Teachers here are empowered to create, innovate, and personalize a learning environment in a way that suits their teaching style and allows them to develop their own professional approach. Regular Science meetings and departmental meetings give teachers opportunities to share good practice and grow. This is an excellent opportunity for any professionally minded teacher to develop their teaching skills in a welcoming environment in the suburban outcrop of one of the most beautiful cities in Japan.
Requirements
・BSc or equivalent undergraduate studies in the field biological or life sciences.
・Relevant academic and/or professional experience in the field of biological or life sciences.
・Able to teach Higher Level (HL) and Standard Level (SL) diploma classes in their subject/s.
・Successful applicants may also be required to teach Junior High School General Science classes depending on school needs.
・Hold, or be willing to obtain, an official IB certification (in-person or online) for ESS and/or Biology, such as the Category One Group 4 Sciences, Biology workshop. Successful applicants will be expected to register for a workshop by September 1st, 2026 or shortly thereafter.
・Applicants must have no history of sexual misconduct or related offenses. See attached documents (Japanese). For further reference, applicants are also encouraged to watch the following video provided by the Children and Families Agency of Japan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3f-lqLuwlo
・Applicants must also be willing to undergo background checks, including a criminal record check (Japanese DBS), as required by the school.
Preferences
・Recognized teaching certification.
・Able to start work at the beginning of the new academic term on September 1st.
・Enthusiasm to teach IBDP ESS as well as IBDP biology, High school and Junior High School Science classes by working closely with current staff.
Private bilingual day and boarding school affiliated with Ritsumeikan University. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), Integrated Global, and Immersion courses with strong English-language and international e... Read More
