I went to Akita Inaka school, based on Oriental Pearl's recommendation a few years ago, and it was really amazing. Shout out to Sayaka-san! If you're a Japanophile and want to experience the "real" Japan, go to this school. They are located in a tiny town (Kosaka) where you will get to know all the locals who are super friendly. If you want to just learn Japanese as quickly as possible to pass the N2 or N1 exam or something like that, then maybe consider a city-based traditional language school instead.
Thanks for sharing this info. I never thought I would be looking into this and there are these types of courses for short term without having to worry about the Visa process, while also experiencing life in Japan as a student. This is something in my consideration list and interest.
I went to Akita Inaka school, based on Oriental Pearl's recommendation a few years ago, and it was really amazing. Shout out to Sayaka-san! If you're a Japanophile and want to experience the "real" Japan, go to this school. They are located in a tiny town (Kosaka) where you will get to know all the locals who are super friendly. If you want to just learn Japanese as quickly as possible to pass the N2 or N1 exam or something like that, then maybe consider a city-based traditional language school instead.
I went to the MSU-Akita school way back years ago when it used to be called that. It was a very small campus and has since gotten much bigger and upgraded. One of the best times of my life.
I actually have done research on this topic for foreigners coming to Japan and teaching English. All the points mentioned in this video are very accurate. Another thing that was also not mentioned here is that English programs like the JET for example, when they sent out foreigners to teach there, usually it's the location where they're going to be placing them. And not the other way around like choosing where, and also usually on a rural area side of Japan. Thanks for sharing this video I really do appreciate the honesty and the other points not mentioned often of the negatives.
Fascinating. I hear all these stories of people going overseas to teach English in these countries but seldom have I heard as much about all the downsides. Thanks for sharing, Pearl!
OH Lord, being a foreign teacher... another thing that you did not mention is that on top of feeling often like a clown in class, you also have A LOT of pressure from the school management to get results... it is VERY difficult to make lessons entertaining and fun but also make sure that the kids are really learning and that at some point they will be able to speak the language and have good results in whatever official exam they will be taking (IGCSE...). And management and parents want results, no matter what. Also the struggle is even worse for MFL teachers because at least the students know that English will eventually be useful... but most of the time they have no idea why they are learning MFL... and Spanish and French can be way more difficult to learn than English in Asia... oh well.
You’re right. I originally said the word clown in the video, but I took it out because it sounded harsh. But yeah, the test score expectations are something I should have put in.
I would really love to learn more about your experience teaching in Japan! I was curious if the kids would learn any English the way you were describing it in this video. And I also wanted to say this video was really sweet 💕, even if your role as the foreign teacher was to be a “class clown” so to speak, I think it’s really wonderful you gave these kids a period in time where they can relax and socialize and everyone has a smile on their face! I know they won’t forget the fun times they had in that class with you, I still remember my Spanish teacher who I had a lot of fun times with! ☺️
I taught English as a foreign language on Okinawa I had a wonderful time I especially loved the little children at the daycare centre it was so much more fun and they didn’t misbehave I couldn’t understand why those preparing for college were not interested in learning they always slept during the class I’m very happy to have had the experience then that was in the 90tees and probably not so competitive thanks for sharing your video
I spent 16 years teaching English in Japan and rather than discouraging me to go back, this video makes me wanna get on a plane right now and go back there immediately.
Great video! I got a degree in ESL and secondary education to specifically move and teach haha it wasn’t always enjoyable. No real plan or curriculums at times and used as a tape recorder lol but some schools had it together. It was a good experience though. It’s not for everyone.
6:29 In my country it was because if students finds out you speak their language they won't try to speak english again so foreign teachers didn't allowed to speak local language even some local teachers had to act like foreigner too.
For me I feel absolutely suffocated living in LA and don’t get along with my immediate family, I’m more than willing to go through everything you did if it means I get to be in a new country with a fresh new start
I'm a much more engaged teacher than I'm a student. Why is that, because I was a guest instructor for one or two classes which made my material different. As a student, I had to learn, my way. It depended on the course and my personal inclinations as to what kind of student I was. I'm sure my teachers in the past, and those that I have now would still say Jim is intelligent, but does not properly apply himself to the curriculum. So nope I'll not be teaching English in Japan. Japan is a country and a culture that has attracted my interest. I'm going to continue visiting and trying to improve my Japanese language skills and usage. Hey those of you who view this channel, but aren't subscribed - WHY NOT. You get entertained, Anming 7 is very entertaining as Tommy Sensei. You'll see and learn things about China and Japan that you didn't know. In spite of yourself, you'll learn stuff. Most of all Anming 7 won't sugar coat things for you. She'll tell it like it is, and as long as you don't give up on yourself, she won't give up on you. So Subscribe and if you want more, become a Patreon like I have. I benefit and consider it monies well spent.
Thank you so much for your support Jim. You may enjoy teaching English for a day or even a week. I could see you teaching high schoolers. Looking forward to your trip here soon! We have lots of fun stuff planned for you.
Try an experiment. In your next class, if there is one, follow the Japanese teacher model. Firmness and business. Let's see what happens. Thank you for the glimpses of real Japan. Merry Christmas !!!
My teacher of English was really strict. We took it seriously. Here in Zambia. You also can't go to university in Zambia without passing English at 12th😊
Thinking about it I guess that the reason why the kids behave like that with foreign teachers is because they dont have to hide anything and they can be more open with a foreigner teacher instead of a local teacher and due to the same reasons they do it in a way that is more uncomfortable for the teachers because they are used to hide their feelings and they dont know or have enough experience showing that inner part of them (It happens a lot to me in a way that Im not used to defend myself verbally with people, so when I have the opportunity to defend myself I cant never do it properly so I have to shut my mouth because I dont know what to say even if Im correct) Thats what I would like to believe because japanese people are not those people that want to be disrespectful for no reason. I guess But like people say in the comments, Kids will be kids anywhere in the world.
You are awesome. I taught computers and internet etiquette back in the early 2000's and that's how I done it as well. If people have fun while learning they will enjoy learning.
I have enough trouble with my three teenagers, not sure I'd want to manage 30 of them in a classroom! However, I would encourage all of them to try living in Japan if they want to experience living overseas as most young New Zealanders aspire to live in the UK (especially London) as their Overseas Experience. It isn't that much of a different culture from New Zealand as we like pretty much the same sports, speak the same language, have similar cuisine and there is such a large Kiwi and Aussie expat community that you tend to be drawn into that world instead of experiencing British culture.
You need a bachelor's degree to teach English in Taiwan. The degree can be in any field, not just education or English. The government requires a bachelor's degree to obtain a work visa to teach English in Taiwan. Japan and China is not as strict
I have been teaching English here for many years. High school and junior high school drove me crazy. Yes, I agree with your observations. After going back to graduate school, I was employed in Japanese Universities which was a much better gig. Better money, hours and tons of vacation time.
Japanese student is So cute I wish they have good future but they must be speak good English Because English is international language Although I can speak Japanese but is not more people will learn foreign language So English is So Convenient
The classic "too much supply not enough demand" I think is prevalent everywhere, and it seems that it behooves people to know their worth and not take peanuts just for the experience.
Japan was one of the best countries where I taught ESL. I taught in three other Asian three European and three Middle Eastern countries. I also taught in the USA and Canada. Japan is clean, hygenic and safe with fast trains and honest citizens. Try teaching in Saudi Arabia and see how that grabs you.
The biggest problem is the super low pay that has not progressed in over 10 years. And dispatch companies ruining the quality of teachers expected by hiring bottom of the barrel people who should not be teaching just so they can pay them low. Ugh.
Also it’s not the teachers driving it down. It’s the predatory dispatch companies and people thinking they can come and teach with no qualifications. Yes go be a student.
@@uhm175 Hello from Europe. That's chicken feed. Source; I'm a teacher in Ireland. I met teachers from Oklahoma and Texas and whatnot over there and they were in Japan to escape poverty. I was there for the experience. America is not the world.
The ONLY downside to teaching English in Japan is the salary, the rest of it pretty good. I've taught in Japan for 7 years and my only issue was about the low salary. I would say all of the other reasons are normal for teaching English in another country *I've taught English for 24 years and you slowly learn that some of these things are similar, unless you put your foot down*
as long as western people (especially western GUYS) are fascinated with japan (especially with japanese GIRLS) they will keep coming! no matter how low the salary is, not matter how sh*tty the conditions are, they will come! because there are so many guys here in the west that absolutely LOOOVE Japan and everything about it. and I think the Japanese women are a big, big part of this whole fascination with Japan. western guys LOVE oriental women. they are exotic, sexy, mysterious and beautiful. that's just how it is.
Nice work Alyssa. The hard truths explained well. It was great to see the kids from Hatchimantai again, being a repeat visitor to Akita Inaka School ,brings back touching memories. Great to see you being such an ambassador for the school. ありがとうございます🦘🐨🪃
My son will be visiting Japan for the first time in a few months. I think he plans on visiting Tokyo and Kyoto, at the very least. Any suggestions you can offer to help him make the most out of his trip? As far as I know, he doesn't speak Japanese.
I watched a young man that grew up in the US but was half Asian. He went to an Asian country to teach English, long story short he was let go and they made it very hard for him because he didn't look American enough! Poor guy had a really hard time to begin with.
I really enjoyed watching this .The double standard of all foreign english teachers being scolded if they speak Japanese makes no sense. I'd think that it'd be advantageous that you can speak the language to explain some words or sentences re teaching english if a student needs that . Idk ?
What if someone wants to experience living in Japan, for a few years? Teaching English seems to be, an easy way. If there are more efficient ways to go about that; it would be interesting to learn about:)
I think it depends on type of teacher. Blond woman teacher like you, kids in Japan think you are like a adorable dalll. I have a experience with my girlfriend from Spain. All the kids of my town were following her and they say something cute. It's not something presidece, just kids in Japan they are not used to see forge western people.
I worked with a Japanese crew in a Japanese company for six years. It isn’t just teaching. If you aren’t Japanese they treat you like second class. Respectfully treat you that way but nonetheless second class.
I wasn't sure if the students you were playing with were your students because you acted as if you were one of them. As a teacher myself for many years, I have always had my boundaries between my students and myself. Also, I don't think I would feel right to film my students and put them on TH-cam unless I had the permission from their parents. Perhaps this is okay in Japan.
If even 10% of what I've heard about teaching in America is true, this probably isn't nearly as bad in comparison. I'm guessing you don't have to deal with kids staring at their phones in class in Japan, there's basically a 0% chance of ever being shot in a classroom, and I'd assume that most Japanese kids probably make an attempt to learn. If I had to choose to be a teacher in one of these countries, I'd choose Japan without a second of hesitation.
They dont act this way for their Japanese teachers, only the foreigners. I on the other hand was a hard ass teacher who didn't put up with Ish, but I saw most foreign teachers as no more than clowns in their eyes. Like you said, an entertainer.
As an experienced teacher in elementary education since the 1990s, I’ve found that earning students’ respect often depends on how you carry yourself. Based on the footage, your body language seemed timid, and it appeared you were trying to connect as a friend rather than establishing authority as an instructor. Students quickly sense who they can push boundaries with, and setting firm expectations at the start of the year is crucial for maintaining respect and a productive learning environment.
Always set boundaries with kids.. otherwise they will treat you with contempt as worthless..if you act like a dancing monkey , you can be sure they will treat you like one...( They will love you more, the more you discipline them, not the other way round)
6:40 maybe she can only speak English because of how she looks or maybe it's because she's the English teacher? It's like when you only speak English with your father and only Spanish with your mother or vice a versa
I'm sorry but that´s on you. Kids are same everywhere. When you start new group you need to keep it streight and show that you know what you do. Making jokes comes later. You are not there to make friends, it's not your job.
My advice would be to study Japanese before going to Japan. While being in Japan, you'll be able to use what you studied and build on top of that. You will be also interacting with people at the grocery store, bank, post office, buses, and train stations so not just children. Working in a middle school can be fun, but the contract that you sign is usually only for one year. Also because it is a contract, it is harder to get fired for things like performance and the school or board of education is not your direct employer, so they can't really tell you what to do. If you want to stay in Japan long term, start applying to other companies while you are in Japan.
Great video, mm... yeah going to Japan for teaching job and being so desperate to stay that go as far as accepting lower salary to get a job is a real **ck move. Only risk lowering wages and destroy it for others coming later and even for yourself if you try to come back doing the same job. ああ！かわいさ、子供って本当に面白い！。。。。え! 時々ね。。。🤣😉 Keep up the awesomeness!
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I could not fathom going to a foreign country to teach English without being AT LEAST fluent in the local language. How are the students supposed to respect you if they believe they have an advantage over you?
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I went to Akita Inaka school, based on Oriental Pearl's recommendation a few years ago, and it was really amazing. Shout out to Sayaka-san! If you're a Japanophile and want to experience the "real" Japan, go to this school. They are located in a tiny town (Kosaka) where you will get to know all the locals who are super friendly. If you want to just learn Japanese as quickly as possible to pass the N2 or N1 exam or something like that, then maybe consider a city-based traditional language school instead.
Thanks for sharing this info. I never thought I would be looking into this and there are these types of courses for short term without having to worry about the Visa process, while also experiencing life in Japan as a student. This is something in my consideration list and interest.
I went to Akita Inaka school, based on Oriental Pearl's recommendation a few years ago, and it was really amazing. Shout out to Sayaka-san! If you're a Japanophile and want to experience the "real" Japan, go to this school. They are located in a tiny town (Kosaka) where you will get to know all the locals who are super friendly. If you want to just learn Japanese as quickly as possible to pass the N2 or N1 exam or something like that, then maybe consider a city-based traditional language school instead.
I went to the MSU-Akita school way back years ago when it used to be called that. It was a very small campus and has since gotten much bigger and upgraded. One of the best times of my life.
Their uniforms are really pretty and neat honestly
I actually have done research on this topic for foreigners coming to Japan and teaching English. All the points mentioned in this video are very accurate.
Another thing that was also not mentioned here is that English programs like the JET for example, when they sent out foreigners to teach there, usually it's the location where they're going to be placing them. And not the other way around like choosing where, and also usually on a rural area side of Japan.
Thanks for sharing this video I really do appreciate the honesty and the other points not mentioned often of the negatives.
I love your videos and approach to them. You also have a very likable personality. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much Gabrielle. I love making these indoor talking videos.
The best insight into teaching English in Japan along with Abroad in Japan. Kudos! and ありがとうでございます！
Fascinating. I hear all these stories of people going overseas to teach English in these countries but seldom have I heard as much about all the downsides. Thanks for sharing, Pearl!
OH Lord, being a foreign teacher...
another thing that you did not mention is that on top of feeling often like a clown in class, you also have A LOT of pressure from the school management to get results...
it is VERY difficult to make lessons entertaining and fun but also make sure that the kids are really learning and that at some point they will be able to speak the language and have good results in whatever official exam they will be taking (IGCSE...). And management and parents want results, no matter what.
Also the struggle is even worse for MFL teachers because at least the students know that English will eventually be useful... but most of the time they have no idea why they are learning MFL... and Spanish and French can be way more difficult to learn than English in Asia...
oh well.
You’re right. I originally said the word clown in the video, but I took it out because it sounded harsh. But yeah, the test score expectations are something I should have put in.
@@OrientalPearl I am curious how was your experience with management and parents in Japan and China.
I would really love to learn more about your experience teaching in Japan! I was curious if the kids would learn any English the way you were describing it in this video. And I also wanted to say this video was really sweet 💕, even if your role as the foreign teacher was to be a “class clown” so to speak, I think it’s really wonderful you gave these kids a period in time where they can relax and socialize and everyone has a smile on their face! I know they won’t forget the fun times they had in that class with you, I still remember my Spanish teacher who I had a lot of fun times with! ☺️
Kids will be kids anywhere in the world it seems! .. This is a unique insight into English teaching in Japan Awesome stuff!
I taught English as a foreign language on Okinawa I had a wonderful time I especially loved the little children at the daycare centre it was so much more fun and they didn’t misbehave I couldn’t understand why those preparing for college were not interested in learning they always slept during the class I’m very happy to have had the experience then that was in the 90tees and probably not so competitive thanks for sharing your video
I spent 16 years teaching English in Japan and rather than discouraging me to go back, this video makes me wanna get on a plane right now and go back there immediately.
Your an S
I am going to Japan for the first time in April of this year. I love your videos.
My cousin used to teach English in Japan, now he teaches Japanese to English speakers at a college in the US 😅
Is it an improvement?
I think so yes. To be able to teach a language youre not native in to others is hard.@kgspollux6998
@kgspollux6998 Be realistic please
thankyou for the wholesome and informative information Alyssa
Thank you so much for watching! Please enjoy more of my videos today.
Amazing video. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Great video! I got a degree in ESL and secondary education to specifically move and teach haha it wasn’t always enjoyable. No real plan or curriculums at times and used as a tape recorder lol but some schools had it together. It was a good experience though. It’s not for everyone.
Again a great and informative video. I remember Mr. Alligator from my childhood in the 90th.
I taught middle school and high school foreign language in the US, and I can relate to a lot of this, particularly the stuff that leads to burn out.
6:29 In my country it was because if students finds out you speak their language they won't try to speak english again so foreign teachers didn't allowed to speak local language even some local teachers had to act like foreigner too.
For me I feel absolutely suffocated living in LA and don’t get along with my immediate family, I’m more than willing to go through everything you did if it means I get to be in a new country with a fresh new start
I'm a much more engaged teacher than I'm a student. Why is that, because I was a guest instructor for one or two classes which made my material different. As a student, I had to learn, my way. It depended on the course and my personal inclinations as to what kind of student I was. I'm sure my teachers in the past, and those that I have now would still say Jim is intelligent, but does not properly apply himself to the curriculum. So nope I'll not be teaching English in Japan.
Japan is a country and a culture that has attracted my interest. I'm going to continue visiting and trying to improve my Japanese language skills and usage.
Hey those of you who view this channel, but aren't subscribed - WHY NOT. You get entertained, Anming 7 is very entertaining as Tommy Sensei. You'll see and learn things about China and Japan that you didn't know. In spite of yourself, you'll learn stuff. Most of all Anming 7 won't sugar coat things for you. She'll tell it like it is, and as long as you don't give up on yourself, she won't give up on you. So Subscribe and if you want more, become a Patreon like I have. I benefit and consider it monies well spent.
Thank you so much for your support Jim. You may enjoy teaching English for a day or even a week. I could see you teaching high schoolers. Looking forward to your trip here soon! We have lots of fun stuff planned for you.
love getting a glimpse into lives I would probably never have gotten to experience if it wasn't for you!! thank you for sharing!
Try an experiment. In your next class, if there is one, follow the Japanese teacher model. Firmness and business. Let's see what happens. Thank you for the glimpses of real Japan. Merry Christmas !!!
My teacher of English was really strict. We took it seriously. Here in Zambia. You also can't go to university in Zambia without passing English at 12th😊
Thinking about it I guess that the reason why the kids behave like that with foreign teachers is because they dont have to hide anything and they can be more open with a foreigner teacher instead of a local teacher and due to the same reasons they do it in a way that is more uncomfortable for the teachers because they are used to hide their feelings and they dont know or have enough experience showing that inner part of them (It happens a lot to me in a way that Im not used to defend myself verbally with people, so when I have the opportunity to defend myself I cant never do it properly so I have to shut my mouth because I dont know what to say even if Im correct)
Thats what I would like to believe because japanese people are not those people that want to be disrespectful for no reason. I guess
But like people say in the comments, Kids will be kids anywhere in the world.
When I taught English in Vietnam it was the same thing. I did love the experience. Same problems though.
You are awesome. I taught computers and internet etiquette back in the early 2000's and that's how I done it as well. If people have fun while learning they will enjoy learning.
Thank you Eric. Being a teacher can be a lot of fun.
I have enough trouble with my three teenagers, not sure I'd want to manage 30 of them in a classroom! However, I would encourage all of them to try living in Japan if they want to experience living overseas as most young New Zealanders aspire to live in the UK (especially London) as their Overseas Experience. It isn't that much of a different culture from New Zealand as we like pretty much the same sports, speak the same language, have similar cuisine and there is such a large Kiwi and Aussie expat community that you tend to be drawn into that world instead of experiencing British culture.
You need a bachelor's degree to teach English in Taiwan. The degree can be in any field, not just education or English. The government requires a bachelor's degree to obtain a work visa to teach English in Taiwan. Japan and China is not as strict
This is gonna be a cool one 😎
Teaching is not always fun and games, but it is more often than not. I do enjoy having my summers free!
I have been teaching English here for many years. High school and junior high school drove me crazy. Yes, I agree with your observations. After going back to graduate school, I was employed in Japanese Universities which was a much better gig. Better money, hours and tons of vacation time.
Japanese student is So cute I wish they have good future but they must be speak good English Because English is international language Although I can speak Japanese but is not more people will learn foreign language So English is So Convenient
The classic "too much supply not enough demand" I think is prevalent everywhere, and it seems that it behooves people to know their worth and not take peanuts just for the experience.
Japan was one of the best countries where I taught ESL. I taught in three other Asian three European and three Middle Eastern countries. I also taught in the USA and Canada. Japan is clean, hygenic and safe with fast trains and honest citizens. Try teaching in Saudi Arabia and see how that grabs you.
The biggest problem is the super low pay that has not progressed in over 10 years. And dispatch companies ruining the quality of teachers expected by hiring bottom of the barrel people who should not be teaching just so they can pay them low. Ugh.
Also it’s not the teachers driving it down. It’s the predatory dispatch companies and people thinking they can come and teach with no qualifications. Yes go be a student.
same as they do here !!!
30K+ per year sounds pretty decent imo, not really low
@uhm175 American teacher moment
@@uhm175 Hello from Europe. That's chicken feed. Source; I'm a teacher in Ireland. I met teachers from Oklahoma and Texas and whatnot over there and they were in Japan to escape poverty. I was there for the experience. America is not the world.
Hello From Paterson NJ, USA ...... Im a Akita Inaka School ALUMNI Summer 2023
Teaching is not for everyone and kids are going to be kids. It is a hard job.
i would love to visit Japan as a student for a few weeks!! Hopefully one day I'll make it happen! :)
Arizona, 9:14 AM, Good Morning 🎉
The ONLY downside to teaching English in Japan is the salary, the rest of it pretty good. I've taught in Japan for 7 years and my only issue was about the low salary. I would say all of the other reasons are normal for teaching English in another country *I've taught English for 24 years and you slowly learn that some of these things are similar, unless you put your foot down*
as long as western people (especially western GUYS) are fascinated with japan (especially with japanese GIRLS) they will keep coming!
no matter how low the salary is, not matter how sh*tty the conditions are, they will come! because there are so many guys here in the west that absolutely LOOOVE Japan and everything about it. and I think the Japanese women are a big, big part of this whole fascination with Japan.
western guys LOVE oriental women. they are exotic, sexy, mysterious and beautiful. that's just how it is.
Can you recommend a school like Akita but for learning and experiencing Korean?
Love the dress that you're wearing!
There was a really good homestay program that I did there last year with a company called LTL.
@@OrientalPearl Thanks!!
I’m so glad you got out of there. Not okay for sure.
Nice work Alyssa. The hard truths explained well. It was great to see the kids from Hatchimantai again, being a repeat visitor to Akita Inaka School ,brings back touching memories. Great to see you being such an ambassador for the school.
ありがとうございます🦘🐨🪃
I am a anime weeb guy and seeing japanese classroom is so cool. I would love to see more classroom activity vlogs god. I wanna be in Japan asap huhu
This is very fun.
My son will be visiting Japan for the first time in a few months. I think he plans on visiting Tokyo and Kyoto, at the very least. Any suggestions you can offer to help him make the most out of his trip? As far as I know, he doesn't speak Japanese.
0:57 I really wanted to hear them attempt to pronounce studebaker even if it’s not your last name anymore
That view out that window makes me want to teach there.
Many years ago, my friend also an American Born Chinese(ABC) taught English in Japan ,he said he haven’t had any problems like this at all
Watching from Europe, 5:17 pm here
I always wanted to teach English in Japan or Germany/Austria.
I watched a young man that grew up in the US but was half Asian. He went to an Asian country to teach English, long story short he was let go and they made it very hard for him because he didn't look American enough! Poor guy had a really hard time to begin with.
thanks for the transparency thus i’m still subbed?
Had a friend who did JET. Got paid $55k. Paid off her loans in one year saved up for another year. But that was 2 decades ago.
That was a good ice-breaker activity!
Cute kids! So fun 😁
What’s The Best time to go to Japan? 🇯🇵❤️🇯🇵
I really enjoyed watching this .The double standard of all foreign english teachers being scolded if they speak Japanese makes no sense. I'd think that it'd be advantageous that you can speak the language to explain some words or sentences re teaching english if a student needs that . Idk ?
This is why GTO is a life changing anime.
The kid in the end mocks and misses you leaving.
He was a funny kid. I appreciate that he ran all the way out to say goodbye.
@OrientalPearl Considering how long he stayed out there, I'm pretty sure it broke him up to see you leave.
Merry Christmas from your Great Aunt Vicky ❤
Actually this seems fun as heck
Christmas is not a public holiday in Japan?
Christianity got stamped out in the 17th century. It's a holiday like "Valentine's Day" would be.
What if someone wants to experience living in Japan, for a few years? Teaching English seems to be, an easy way. If there are more efficient ways to go about that; it would be interesting to learn about:)
You have to start out dour and strict, but only very slowly loosen up.
Be mean first. It's easier to be nicer after being mean than vice verses.
I am on board
I think it depends on type of teacher. Blond woman teacher like you, kids in Japan think you are like a adorable dalll. I have a experience with my girlfriend from Spain. All the kids of my town were following her and they say something cute. It's not something presidece, just kids in Japan they are not used to see forge western people.
You're the beautiful Gringo of Japan.
TH-camrs should really frame these videos as 'my experience' because it is different for everybody.
I worked with a Japanese crew in a Japanese company for six years. It isn’t just teaching. If you aren’t Japanese they treat you like second class. Respectfully treat you that way but nonetheless second class.
Hello from the uk
French teachers there also get similar salaries?
I wasn't sure if the students you were playing with were your students because you acted as if you were one of them. As a teacher myself for many years, I have always had my boundaries between my students and myself. Also, I don't think I would feel right to film my students and put them on TH-cam unless I had the permission from their parents. Perhaps this is okay in Japan.
If even 10% of what I've heard about teaching in America is true, this probably isn't nearly as bad in comparison. I'm guessing you don't have to deal with kids staring at their phones in class in Japan, there's basically a 0% chance of ever being shot in a classroom, and I'd assume that most Japanese kids probably make an attempt to learn. If I had to choose to be a teacher in one of these countries, I'd choose Japan without a second of hesitation.
They dont act this way for their Japanese teachers, only the foreigners. I on the other hand was a hard ass teacher who didn't put up with Ish, but I saw most foreign teachers as no more than clowns in their eyes. Like you said, an entertainer.
As an experienced teacher in elementary education since the 1990s, I’ve found that earning students’ respect often depends on how you carry yourself. Based on the footage, your body language seemed timid, and it appeared you were trying to connect as a friend rather than establishing authority as an instructor. Students quickly sense who they can push boundaries with, and setting firm expectations at the start of the year is crucial for maintaining respect and a productive learning environment.
700,000 subs in a week? No problem. That's only about 100k per day...
Always set boundaries with kids.. otherwise they will treat you with contempt as worthless..if you act like a dancing monkey , you can be sure they will treat you like one...( They will love you more, the more you discipline them, not the other way round)
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Summary: Your itch to teach in Japan is still alive and kicking! :D
Ha ha, I can’t deny it. It’s fun when it’s just a few days. But I could be quite the grumpy teacher back in the day when it was a full time job.
Lovely, they are adorable and funny! Indeed, it is shame "no japanese" :/
6:40 maybe she can only speak English because of how she looks or maybe it's because she's the English teacher? It's like when you only speak English with your father and only Spanish with your mother or vice a versa
It's because of how she looks partially. The rest is English teacher.
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I almost became one.. luckily, God has different plan for me to do here.. but still it looks very fun tho
I’m betting that the lesson plans in Japan are weirder than the anime plots.
I did it part time but l would never again
First, they're sour, then they're sweet. 😂 sourpatch kids.
I'm sorry but that´s on you. Kids are same everywhere. When you start new group you need to keep it streight and show that you know what you do. Making jokes comes later. You are not there to make friends, it's not your job.
My advice would be to study Japanese before going to Japan. While being in Japan, you'll be able to use what you studied and build on top of that.
You will be also interacting with people at the grocery store, bank, post office, buses, and train stations so not just children.
Working in a middle school can be fun, but the contract that you sign is usually only for one year. Also because it is a contract, it is harder to get fired for things like performance and the school or board of education is not your direct employer, so they can't really tell you what to do.
If you want to stay in Japan long term, start applying to other companies while you are in Japan.
Arrisa.
I learned my english by Google translate lol, not with school. 🤣 My language is french.
Great video, mm... yeah going to Japan for teaching job and being so desperate to stay that go as far as accepting lower salary to get a job is a real **ck move.
Only risk lowering wages and destroy it for others coming later and even for yourself if you try to come back doing the same job.
ああ！かわいさ、子供って本当に面白い！。。。。え! 時々ね。。。🤣😉
Keep up the awesomeness!
related videos:
short (December 20, 2024): "Do Japanese students misbehave ?"
not a short (January 39, 2023):
Anming "taught English in the real ... classroom"
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Thanks for checking out my other videos on this topic.
I probably wouldn't teach English in Japan because of the horror stories, id rather do the stunt ninja shows because they pay much better
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I could not fathom going to a foreign country to teach English without being AT LEAST fluent in the local language. How are the students supposed to respect you if they believe they have an advantage over you?
What nice kids.