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[Sonic]

Hi, I have a question re: jobsearch in Tokyo, and I'd appreciate some (hopefully serious) advice...

A little bit about myself:

- I'm a British national with a BSc and CELTA.

- I live in Oji, just north of the centre of Tokyo.

- I have just a tourist visa.

- I'm keen to find a job that doesn't take up my weekends as I have commitments already.

- I'm available immediately, and would like full-time work with visa sponsorship.

- I am happy to teach all ages (I can play guitar and piano and have noticed a few postings saying this is a plus for teaching kids).

My question is:

- Which schools (or types of schools) do you think I should apply for (hopefully without too great a commute)? Actual names would be good, particularly ones which entail a 9-5, Monday-Friday attendance.

I've already posted this on 'Gaijinpot', but am keen to get as much information as possible.

Thanks in advance,
Sonic

[TK4Lakers]

You seem pretty qualified, so maybe you can find a good-paying job, but ALT positions are pretty easy. They require you to work only on weekdays (~8-5pm, when classes are in session) and you rarely have weekend commitments, unless they have enkai's (drinking parties) or school functions, but you can still get out of those I believe.

ALT's teach anywhere from HS to Elem. schools, I'm sure your music playing skills would be a big plus.

[taikibansei]