Types of Positions and Duties

There are three types of positions offered by the JET Program. One may apply for either of the following two positions.
NEW: However, CIR applicants may have the option of being considered secondarily for the ALT position IF they demonstrate an interest in, and are eligible for, the ALT position.

Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)

These participants are engaged in language instruction. ALTs are placed mainly in local boards of education or public junior and senior high schools. There may be a very limited number of cases in which the participants are placed in private junior and senior high schools through the prefectural offices or designated city offices.

ALT applicants do not need TEFL/TESL certification or other education credentials, but these are beneficial. If you have questions about these qualifications, please see Job Descriptions for details.

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Coordinator for International Relations (CIR)

These participants are engaged in internationalization activities. CIRs are placed in offices of local authorities or related organizations.

CIR applicants must have a strong command (semi-advanced to advanced level) of the Japanese language.

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Sports Exchange Advisor (SEA)

SEAs promote international exchange activities through certain designated sports. They are generally placed in sporting facilities or boards of education from which they assist in sports training.

Click here for more information on the SEA Position.