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Working at NLIS

Finding Inspiration in Every Turn

New Life International School's vision is quality English Christian education in a safe, loving, family atmosphere. The vision is for NILS students to become active, independent, expressive, and loving students. All teachers and staff work hard to promote the NLIS vision and mission.

Founded in 2015, the students come from over thirteen countries worldwide. NLIS has a US-based curriculum, has candidacy in grades 1 through 9 with the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and is working toward full accreditation in grades 1 through 12.

NLIS School

Requirements and Benefits

All teachers at NLIS: (requirements)

  • are committed followers of Christ in belief and practice.

  • have a love of their subject and a love for children.

  • have a bachelor's degree in an appropriate major

  • have a relevant teaching license from a government authority.

  • must be highly fluent, native, or near-native English speakers. 

  • must be prepared to undergo a full background check and commit to all school policies concerning child protection.

  • highly prefer at least two years of teaching experience

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NLIS Teacher benefits: 

  • Visa sponsorship (already being in Japan is preferred, but will hire overseas)

  • Health Insurance & national pension (NLIS covers half the costs)

  • Comparable salary with regular raises & annual bonuses

  • Great hours, 8:30 to 4:00 Monday to Friday

  • Long paid vacations

  • A sense of purpose

  • Free tuition for dependents

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Full-time Teacher Position starting April 2025.

  • Secondary math and science teacher to teach junior high and high school students.

  • ​Also, teach Bible and electives.​

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Part-time Teacher Position starting April 2025

(This position may go into a full-time position immediately.)

  • First-grade elementary teacher

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Full-time Teacher Position starting April 2026

  • First-grade elementary teacher

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Please send a cover letter, a letter of faith, and a resume with references to k12@nliskofu.com. 

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