While I was an undergrad I met my fiancée, but after she graduated she did not receive a work visa. I was still in grad school in a different city, because of this marriage for a visa was not an option. I am about to finish my masters in TESOL, but I am unsure the best way to find a teaching job in Japan that I can turn into a serious career. In the mean time my fiancee has found an amazing job in Tokyo with really great working conditions. I know the easiest way to come to Japan in the short term is through dispatch companies or eikaiwas, but I do not see those as the best long term options. We have been apart for a little while, but I have traveled to visit her when I can. My Japanese language skills are beginner and improving. I know masters in teaching English as a second language is not a huge deal in Japan, but I do hope it can open doors for me career.
I guess my question is in anyones experience is there any way to get started with a career in Japan without first working there? Also, would starting as a ALT not be considered teaching experience for later in my career?
Any advice I can get will be greatly appreciated.
I guess my question is in anyones experience is there any way to get started with a career in Japan without first working there? Also, would starting as a ALT not be considered teaching experience for later in my career?
Any advice I can get will be greatly appreciated.