Assistant Principal of the Lower School
Salesian International School in Tokyo, Japan seeks an experienced educator to join its leadership team as Assistant Principal of the International Class, starting April 2027. The International Class is a growing English-immersion program serving Years 1–2 in 2027 and expanding to Years 1–3 in 2028. The successful candidate will provide academic and operational leadership for the program, working closely with international and Japanese faculty to deliver innovative education whilst meeting Japanese Article 1 school standards.
Responsibilities include overseeing curriculum and PBL/STEAM implementation aligned with the Japanese national curriculum, conducting classroom observations, leading faculty recruitment and onboarding, planning professional development, managing timetables and staffing, serving as a primary contact for parents, and supporting admissions and public relations activities. The Assistant Principal will also teach a small number of lessons and uphold the school's Catholic, Salesian educational mission.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership or related field, possess a valid teaching license, and have minimum 8 years' teaching experience (home country paired with international experience highly preferred). Japanese language ability at JLPT N3 or above and native or near-native English proficiency are required. School administration or leadership experience, JLPT N2 or above, knowledge of Japanese Article 1 schools, work experience in Japan, and background in PBL/STEAM or inquiry-based learning are preferred.
The role is full-time, on-site, for a fixed term of 2 years (April 2027–March 2029). As a management position, working hours are flexible but typically comparable to or longer than teaching staff (school day 7:30 AM–5:00 PM, 5:30 PM Wednesdays), with occasional Saturday and evening events. Candidates from Australia, Canada, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand, UK, and US are eligible to apply.