ELF(English as a Lingua Franca) lecturer (part-time) positions【玉川大学】

Job description

Background of the recruitment and description of the project

Tamagawa University is seeking part-time instructors for its ELF (English as a Lingua Franca) program.
https://www.tamagawa.ac.jp/celf/

Work content and job description

Teaching university-wide ELF classes.

1 class consists of 100 minutes (two 50-minute koma). Available to teach up to 3 classes (100 min X 3 classes) from the time schedule below on Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday or Friday. Specific class schedule will be discussed in the interview.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday

• Periods 1 and 2 : 9:00-10:50
• Periods 3 and 4 : 11:00-12:50
• Periods 5 and 6 : 13:00-14:50
• Periods 7 and 8 : 15:00-16:50
• Periods 9 and 10 : 17:00-18:50 (Monday and Wednesday)

*Includes a 10-minute break during class time.

Each semester consists of 14 weeks of classes and 1 on-demand class. You are responsible for making up cancelled classes. In compliance with our academic calendar, classes may be held on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays in order to secure 14 weeks.

Assigned department

Existing departments

Center for English as a Lingua Franca

Job type

Lecturer (part-time)

Research field

Humanities & Social Sciences - Linguistics

Wages

Wage per class Amount : 11100 yen ~ 16100 yen

Payment for each 50-minute teaching period (koma) is made in six monthly installments, provided that 15 classes are taught during the semester.

Spring semester: Monthly payment (monthly rate per koma × number of koma taught per week) × 6 months (April–September)

Fall semester: Monthly payment (monthly rate per koma × number of koma taught per week) × 6 months (October–March)

If fewer than 15 classes are taught during a semester, payment will be prorated based on the number of classes actually taught.

Working hours

Working hours :09:00-18:50

Overtime and other explanations : The schedule of classes at Tamagawa University consists of 10 periods of 50 minutes each, from 9:00 to 18:50.

Each semester consists of 14 weeks of classes and a final examination. You are responsible for making up cancelled classes. Final examination is scheduled in the 15th week. In compliance with our academic calendar, classes may be held on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays in order to secure 14 weeks.

Application requirements

Qualifications

Education and Degree Requirements

Others

MA in TESOL, TEFL or Applied Linguistics

Description

1. Qualification: A master's degree or higher in TESOL, TEFL or Applied Linguistics
2. Expert user of English with an ability to conduct ELF classes in English for students with various levels of proficiency
3. Experience in teaching English at college level preferred
4. Experience in learning a second/foreign language to the advanced level preferred
5. A substantial record of publications/conference presentations in ELT and/or related areas
6. A legal status to work part-time at a higher education institution (Japanese citizenship, permanent residency or a relevant visa)

Employment Type

Part-timer

Contract period

Nontenured - Non-tenure track

The initial contract is effective until March 31. If the university deems it necessary, the yearly contract may be renewed four times. The period of employment will not exceed five consecutive years and will not extend beyond the last day of the fiscal year in which the employee reaches the age of 65.

Probationary period absent

Work location

194-8610 Tokyo 6-1-1 Tamagawa Gakuen, Machida

Compensation

Various systems

Transportation expenses : Transportation expenses equivalent to the cost of public transportation up to 50,000 yen per month will be paid as applicable, even if you use your own car or other transportation method.

Retirement age : The contract will not be extended beyond the financial year in which the employee reaches the age of 65.

Insurance

Worker's accident insurance : available

Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace

No smoking on the premises (smoking area is set outside of the building)

Application Considerations

Number of hired

5 person(s)

Hiring date : 2027/04/01

Starting date : 2027/04/01

Application period

2026/11/10~2027/01/07 Deadline for receipt

January 7 or when the position has been filled.

Application method

Attached documents

Application Form : Online Submission

Achievements and Activities : Online Submission

Other online application forms

1. A cover letter describing your teaching and research backgrounds and your understanding of English as a Lingua Franca.
2. A Curriculum Vitae with a photograph taken within the last three months.
3. A Statement of Research Achievements, including activities conducted for professional or public organizations, publications (specify refereed or non-refereed), research papers and presentations in your area of research.
4. A Statement of Pedagogical Achievements, including classroom related publications such as textbooks, teaching materials, or lectures.
5. Names and contact information of two people who will serve as referees.

Documents #2, #3 and #4, must be submitted using the designated Tamagawa University forms available in the URL below. All entries must be typed in English or Japanese.

履歴書（Curriculum Vitae）＜指定様式＞

研究業績書（Statement of Research Achievements）＜指定様式＞

教育業績書（Statement of Pedagogical Achievements）＜指定様式＞

The following three supplementary documents are also available on the website: "How to Fill out the Forms in Tamagawa University Format," "List of Categories, Areas, Disciplines and Research Fields," and "The Handling of Personal Information at Tamagawa University Faculties." Please read these documents and follow the instructions when completing the required forms.

Return of application documents

We will dispose of all application documents responsibly.

JREC-IN Portal web application
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E-mail Application
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Recruiting Institution's Web application system
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https://tamagawa-university.app.box.com/f/bc956016f95247cda0e0df324d2ea134

URL of this job posting

https://www.tamagawa.jp/introduction/person/university.html

Selection / Notification of result

Selection

We may ask candidates for additional materials if necessary. Successful candidates will be invited to an interview. Applicants are responsible for transportation expenses for interviews.

Notification of result

The result of your application will be conveyed by email.

All the application materials you have submitted to us will only be used for the present recruitment in accordance with our Privacy Protection Policy and will be discarded once the selection process has been completed.

Contact details

Tamagawa University

Center for English as a Lingua Franca

Faculty of ELF Center (Recruitment Staff)

celf_recruit(at)tamagawa.ac.jp

• Please change (at) to @ and send it.

Notes

CELF office will be closed on Saturdays, Sundays, National holidays, and during the winter vacation period (December 23 - January 3).

The successful candidate is required to attend an orientation in March 2027.