JET Alumni Association of Washington, DC (JETAADC)

Thanks to Fox Mill Elementary School for passing along the following job opening. Job Position: Japanese Immersion Teacher Organization: Fox Mill Elementary School Salary/Hourly Rate: $50,000+ (full pay scale available online: https://lnkd.in/e9sHeH9h) Where: Herndon, Virginia Visa Sponsorship: Don't know Description: Fox Mill Elementary School is seeking a passionate and qualified Japanese Immersion Teacher to join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our well-established Japanese Immersion Program. Fox Mill Elementary is proud to foster bilingualism, biliteracy, and multicultural understanding among our diverse student population. The Japanese Immersion Teacher will instruct students in mathematics, science, health, and Japanese language arts using Japanese as the medium of instruction 90% of the time, per Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and state guidelines. This role requires collaboration with colleagues and a commitment to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment. Apply at:?https://lnkd.in/eXxU2vud

The National Association of Japan-America Societies, Inc. (NAJAS) seeks a remote or hybrid (Washington, DC-based) Program Manager to facilitate the production of existing grant programs, join staff in developing concepts and funding partners for new series, coordinate a national conference of U.S.-Japan-related organizations, and help serve approximately 40 member Japan-America societies located across 26 states and a Canadian province. The position entails varied work in grant performance management, and member relationship management. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic initiative-taker seeking to foster positive U.S.-Japan relations through grassroots activities and to collaborate with professionals and volunteers enthusiastic about the mission to build cross-cultural understanding. NAJAS seeks initiative-takers with a few years of related experience capable of operating independently, applying their creativity and specialized knowledge, and delivering exceptionally managed results. For more information about the position and on how to apply, please click here: https://lnkd.in/etjSs7RC

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is seeking a spring intern to support the Japan Chair. The CSIS Japan Chair was established to provide a venue in Washington, DC for the study of U.S.-Japan relations and increasing mutual understanding. The hired candidate will be paid hourly, commensurate with experience ($17.50/hour for current undergraduate hires, $18.50/hour for hires with a bachelor’s degree, and $19.50/hour for hires with a master’s degree). For more information about the internship and on how to apply, please click here: https://lnkd.in/e2KZnt5y

Thanks to Ariqa Herrera for sharing the following event. Interested in improving your public speaking whether it be in English or Japanese? The Japanese-English Toastmasters (JET) Club will be having their annual holiday potluck party on December 3, 2024, from 6:30pm-8:30pm at a downtown office in Washington, DC. Toastmasters is a great way to improve your bilingual public speaking skills. The club is excited to extend the invitation to those who are interested in sharpening their public speaking and leadership skills.?Please bring a side dish, dessert, or drink to share. For more information, please contact Miki Alexander ([email protected]). Please fill out the registration form below to receive the venue address and join in on the fun! Register: https://lnkd.in/gf84X5Bi

Thanks to JET Program alum Catherine Ishida (Fukuoka, 1995-1998) for passing along the following job opening. Job Position: Editor Organization: The Association for Asian Studies (AAS) Salary/Hourly Rate: $45 an hour Where: Part-time, Remote (30 hours per month) Visa Sponsorship: No Description: The Association for Asian Studies (AAS) is searching for an Editor for its online academic teaching journal, Education About Asia (EAA). This is an independent contractor, part-time, remote position, with a maximum annual commitment of 360 hours (an average of 30 hours per month). Formerly a print and online journal, published three times per year, EAA will relaunch in 2025 as an exclusively online journal, published two times per year. The AAS now seeks an innovative and dynamic editor to usher the journal into a new phase in its history. Duties -Defining editorial policy and helping to shape the direction of the journal -Choosing and working with a volunteer EAA Advisory Board -Chairing EAA Advisory Board meetings (online, twice per year or as needed) -Publicizing Calls for Submissions to solicit articles, essays, interviews, curriculum guides, reviews, and other content—with an emphasis on practical materials immediately applicable to classroom teaching and use -Selecting peer reviewers and overseeing the peer review process -Making final decisions on the acceptance and rejection of content -Working closely with the AAS Publications Manager/EAA Managing Editor on all aspects of the journal -Consulting with AAS staff on email blasts, social media, and other promotion -Consulting occasionally with AAS staff on grant applications -Helping to define the look and functionality of the EAA website -Soliciting additional digital media (complementary audio and video material) -Collaborating, where applicable, with the editor of the AAS Key Issues in Asian Studies and Asia Shorts book series to produce complementary materials for EAA -Knowledge of Asian Studies education organizations, such as The National Consortium for Teaching About Asia (NCTA) and ASIANetwork, is a plus. Apply at:? Applicants are requested to submit a CV and a letter detailing their interest in the position, relevant qualifications and experience, strategies for attracting high quality submissions, and vision for the EAA as a relaunched online-only journal. Please include the names and contact details of potential references in your application. We do not require reference letters at this time. To apply, please e-mail Jan Bardsley, chair of the EAA Editor search committee, at [email protected], by Friday, December 20, 2024 using “EAA Editor Application” as the title of your email. If you have any questions, please e-mail AAS Publications Manager, Jon Wilson, at [email protected]. The search committee will interview candidates via Zoom in January 2025.

Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA (Sasakawa USA) has an opening for an Associate Program Officer. Sasakawa USA is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to deepening the understanding of and strengthening the relationship between the United States and Japan for the benefit of a free and open international community. Its activities mainly focus on security and diplomacy, through exchanges, dialogue, analysis, publications, and networking. For more information about the position and on how to apply, please see the attached flyer.

Thanks to JET Program alum Laura Tanaka (Osaka, 2017-2020) for passing along the following job opening. Job Position: Sales Coordinator Organization: Pasona N A, Inc. Salary/Hourly Rate: $50k-$65k Where: Itasca, IL Visa Sponsorship: No Description: Job Title: Sales Coordinator Job Category: Exempt/full-time Department: Sales Department Salary Range: $50,000~$65,000/year +bonus Work hours: 9:00am -5:30pm (core time 10:00am-3:00pm) Location: Itasca, IL Travel Required: Some Travel Required ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ? Generation of Forecasts and quotation to customers and suppliers ? Inventory management and issuance of internal stock orders. ? Creating of margin calculation sheet and new product registration ? Occasional customer and supplier visitation. ? Delivery and shipment adjustment with customer and suppliers. ? Development and expansion of new business with current and new customers. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: - BA or BS in Business/Marketing/Supply Chain or Related Field - 1~3 years’ experience in Manufacturing, Freight forwarding, or related logistics industry is preferred. - Business Level Japanese and Native Level English. - Ability to travel domestically and internationally (3-4 times per month). PREFERRED SKILLS: - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Proficiency with Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ADDITIONAL NOTES: - Candidate must be authorized for employment in the U.S. - Familiarity with Japanese business culture is a plus. - Entry Level is acceptable. Apply at:?https://lnkd.in/e6V_HG7V

Thanks to Toyohiro Horikoshi for passing along the following job opening with Kyodo News where he works. (Washington, D.C., USA) Reporter with Kyodo News Job Position: Reporter Organization: Kyodo News Salary/Hourly Rate: $40,000-45,000/year Where: Washington, D.C. Visa Sponsorship: No Description: Kyodo News, a Japanese media company, is seeking an assistant correspondent who has a passion for journalism. The individual is responsible for news gathering/distribution on the White House, State Department and Congress, as well as closely following US-Japan relations. You will be working with correspondents from Japan at our Washington Bureau. This position will be a great opportunity for those who are looking to gain experience in journalism. Apply at: Email your cover letter and resume to Toyohiro Horikoshi at <[email protected]>

Join World Learning for a free webinar, "The Future of Indo-Pacific Security: Bolstering Regional Stability with Dr. Mike Green and Dr. Takako Hikotani on November 27, 2024, 10:00am-11:00am JST/November 26, 2024, 8:00pm-9:00pm EST. Register: https://lnkd.in/ePTwXKbE