Quick Jump to Contents: Application Period - 1:10 Requirements List - 2:37 Statement of Purpose - 4:26 Letters of Reference - 8:40 Self-Check of Medical Condition - 10:15
#JETPh represent! Thank you for this. I hope the 2021 JET Ph applicants will all consider everything that we have been sharing them since we started creating videos as their guide. Lucky them!
Hello Teacher Macs. I found you here.😄 It was that I'm thinking how could I possibly answer all the questions from the panelist and now I realized that they really pick the best ALTs from the Philippines. I'm not pretty sure of my grammar sometimes that's why I sometimes doubted myself especially having these kinds of interview. Thanks Teacher Princess for giving me/us ideas.
Great and informative video, Princess! I do have a question regarding the recommendation letters. Will the screening committee follow-up or contact your referees for any form of verification? I will be receiving my reference letters from my employers who are based outside of the Philippines and I just want to make sure if they will need to anticipate any calls or emails from JET so they won't miss it or get lost in spam. Thank you for this video!
I'm not sure if they'll contact the references. My references were also based in Korea but there weren't any problems nor did they tell me that they got contacted.
Hi Princess, I appreciate your video. Thanks for making one. Is there a letter of reference format given by JICC ? Is it a spontaneous letter from your adviser? Thank you so much
Glad the video helped! Unfortunately, I do not feel comfortable sharing my actual SOP because I find it quite personal. However, the gist of the contents that I wrote were as mentioned in this video.
Hi Princess! This is very helpful thanks. I just found out today about the start of Jet Programme Application for 2021 and i immediately watched your vid to help me out with the process. I hope it’s not too late for me to prep :-). i am a science teacher now and i worked in dubai for 4 yrs which good thing i can use as an experience for cultural exchange. One question, i have a tattoo on my right arm, will that be a problem? Thanks!
I know JETs who have tattoos. I think it won't be a problem but depending on how strict your contracting organization will be, they tell you to cover it up while working. Either way, it's best to cover it up during the JET interview. Also don't worry, it's not yet too late! I found out about JET around 1 month before the deadline and still made it. Just make sure you get your documents on time, especially now during the pandemic.
@@PrincessAmpol so it’s best not to mention about the tats unless they ask me right? Yes i am starting to work on the documents so i can send it by end of this month. I hope i get the chance to work there too. You’ve been helpful and hope to see you in Japan someday 👍🙏
@@PrincessAmpol another question, for the reference letter, they need original signed copy right? One of my references lives in Dubai, Indian Nationality, and I’m in the Phils now, should i ask him to courier it to me instead? Can a scanned copy be good? He used to be my boss when i was working in real estate? Is that fine or should the reference be related to education field? Thanks a ton!
@@SirRomeo If it's not asked, I think you don't need to say anything about it. It means you've covered it up well enough that it won't be a problem in the future. If they notice you have tattoos during the interview, then they'll probably ask if you're okay with covering it up. In summer, it can get pretty hot so you might wear short sleeves. If the tattoo peeks out, you might need to put some effort into hiding it. All the best in your application!
@@PrincessAmpol thanks Princess! Appreciate your efforts in replying. About my question about the letter of reference, my indian boss is based in dubai, should he courier or email will be fine? Thankssss
There's no specific format given or recommended by the embassy. Both my references wrote their letters in their own way, and it didn't seem like a problem.
Hi! Another question and I think it's related to Ms. Leslie's. Do they need to put the recommendation letter in the envelope and seal it? Some countries have that instructions daw kasi. Thank you so much for patiently answering.
@@laviedlen I didn't do that for mine because I didn't find specific instruction for the letters on the guidelines. Maybe the other embassies specified that for their country~
Hi!! So glad I found your channel. Im also from a Korean University. Just wondering if you submitted your orignal docs from Korea? I only have one copy left of my original academic record. Do you know any workaround? Can I submit a notarized version instead? Thank you!
In my case, I had time to actually get the transcript and certificate of graduation from the school so I submitted the original documents. I'm not quite sure if a notarized copy will be accepted in place of the original. At least try to get a digital copy (so it'll turn out colored) issued by the school if possible. Last resort is to submit the notarized document attaching a letter of explanation. The embassy might ask you to resubmit an original if they don't accept it, but please don't take my word for it because I'm also just guessing. Go with the option that seems the best for you.
Hi Miss Princess! Do you think a Certificate of Enrollment can be accepted in lieu of a Certificate of Record? Apparently, the uni I am in right now still hasn't been given a copy of my Honorable dismissal from my previous uni?
Hi teacher! Thanks for this vlog. It is very helpful! :) Just a question po about sa reference...is there a format as well po for the reference letter? Typed by them or hand written? Would it be fine also if I will be getting my reference letter from my coordinator and principal where i am working and not from my university? Thanks po! :)
questions abt application form: 1.) sa 11c, san nyo po nakuha Duration of Attendances? Years po ba yun like kung ilang years sa college ganon? 2.) Degrees/ Diploma yun po ba yung kelan gmraduate? 3.) sa 11b, Business Administration major in Economics po kase ako. Ang choices ko po sa code is #11 Business Education or code # 16 Others tas lalagay ko nalang Economics. Ano po mas tama code 11 or 16? 3.) Kung wala po formal experience in teaching and informal such as online teaching, pwede ko ba ilagay nakapag turo ako sa mga anak ko or hindi valid yun?
Hi, 1.) You're right. You should write how many years or semesters. For example, 4 academic years 2.) You should put the degree that you received as a result of your attendance at the university. E.g. Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, BA in English, etc. etc.
Hi! Thank you for the video, I may have missed this along the way but, is the application form the only document we do not staple? Or do we not staple everything we submit?
Hi! What is the font size and font style for the application form, and shall we re-type all the contents in the application form, including intructions and japanese characters[Japanese words] If it is type written, should it be typed in solid capitals? Thanks
I just followed the similar font used by the document. I don't remember the specifics of these but I'm sure it'll be fine as long as they can recognize your answer when you fill out the form.
@@laviedlen If you're referring to the mailing address, it should be the Japan Embassy of the Philippines. But in the letter my references made, they didn't include it and simply addressed the letter for the JET Programme.
The letters of reference should be given to you by your referrals as a word document or PDF file if sent as soft copy. For submission of documents, you need to print them out. If they gave it to you as a hard copy, that's great because you don't need to print it out.
Hey Princess! Great stuff! Can I ask if I can request a letter of reference from my former employer of 10 years since I am a fresh graduate and has no teaching experience? Cheers!
As long as this reference can give a good description of your character, skills, and experience, and connect that on how it can help your venture as an ALT in Japan, I think it is absolutely fine.
Hi! Re: Letter of Reference Is there a template or a guide which I can download from the JET website that can help my former prof and supervisor write the letter or should they write it freely? Thank you!
Hi! There's no template given for writing the Letter of Reference. The references are free to write the letters in their own format. Just address it for the JET Programme application and make sure they leave their contact details on the letter.
Hello Teacher. I always watch your videos. I would like to ask how do you correct your JTE once he or she commits a mistake while teaching without embarssing him or her in front of the class? Thank you.
Depending on the situation and the teacher, I do it differently. We were originally taught to correct them after class so as to not embarrass them in front of the children. However, some teachers are more chill and do not mind being corrected on the spot. You can also correct them by saying it properly during class instead of directly addressing them the correction.
@@PrincessAmpol Hi mam. I have a question, what will you do if you don’t know the answer from the question of your JTE? For example, teacher what’s the difference among allusion, illusion, and delusion? How do you respond mam Princess?
Hello, it's best to have your supervisor or manager (from any of your previous or current jobs) to write the letter of reference because they're the ones who know you best in regards to how you are as a teacher or professional.
I don't remember seeing this question on the application form. But if it does ask you, it's better to state it honestly because any false information found on the form can forfeit your application. I also think this information will not hurt your chances of getting into the program.
Good day Teacher! May I know how much money did you spend from the application process until you went to Japan? Will the program shoulder travel and accommodation expenses? I am having a problem with my finances so as early as now I want to save. How much budget should I prepare?
This is actually a good question and I'll try to add this for my next video. It's something a lot of applicants should also take into consideration. To answer this now, we need to consider the cost of getting a passport (if you don't have one or need to renew), full body medical check up, POEA processing fee, OWWA membership, Pag-Ibig and Philhealth contribution. If you drive and want to drive in Japan, add also the cost of getting an International Driving Permit. This is all roughly around 15,000 to 30,000 PHP. There's also additional cost if you're not from within Metro Manila and need to travel from another region for the interview, orientation, and day of flight. Depending on how you want to prepare for your move, you may need to buy clothes, food, items, etc. You also need money for when you first arrive Japan because your salary might come a few weeks or a maximum of two months after. How much you need to bring will depend on your placement, this is a super "Every Situation is Different" (ESID) thing. JET usually says around $1,000 to $3,000 is the safest but I would say that's a bit steep in some cases, and can only be specifically answered after getting a placement. Your plane ticket to and from (when you finish the program) Japan is shouldered by the contracting organization (CO). Accommodation for the orientation in Tokyo is also shouldered by the CO most of the time. But for the apartment, you would have to pay for it. It again depends where you get placed if you will need to pay in full or get subsidy. I'll try to go more in-depth on my future video and share how much I spent on mine.
Yes. I lived there within the past five years so I was required to submit a criminal record from Korea. Please note that the criminal record will only be required once you get shortlisted or wait-listed.
I submitted the original transcript and certificate of graduation, not diploma. I was able to get original documents from my university so I submitted them as is.
Hi, I don't have a formal teaching exp din po, HR po kasi ako. Ang teaching exp ko lang po ay nung college pa ako, yung Nstp ko na literacy training service na nagturo ako ng elem students. Can i include it po kaya sa 13a. Other teaching background? Thankyou :))
Maybe you could, but I kind of doubt your elementary teacher can give a convincing testimony on your current abilities simply because they only knew you as their student from back then. However, if they are aware and constantly engaged in your growth to become the person you are today, then that can carry some weight on their letter. Usually they would prefer a somebody who was related to you professionally.
Hello, again teacher. I just want to clarify, the documents are we going to submit are all copies (photocopy) because in the table (documents) it says original and copy. So we will submit only copies, right? Thank you so much.
@@annacristinayasay8531 Yeah I think it's fine as long as they can provide varied perspectives on your performance. My references were both professors in my university but just different departments.
Hello po! Ask ko lang po. Yung sa dietary restrictions po, if wala po, nileave blank niyo lang po ba? Or naglagay pa po kayo ng NONE sa other? Wala po kasing box para sulatan po ng NONE. Salamat po!
Thank you for this video Teach. Ask ko lang po ung SOP po ba is dapat naka-address sa JET programme or pwede na langyan na lang ng heading na Statement of Purpose. Thank you in advance teach. ❤️
I was 23 when I applied! There were even younger people in the program. They didn't specify any age requirement. More than the age, what's important is that you hold a bachelor's degree.
Maam, I have a question regarding sa application form item number 18. Language Proficiency. Cebuano is my first language, does it mean hindi ko na iinclude ang English sa item 18A or 18B?
Hello po Miss Princess. I have questions regarding the documents. For the teaching certification, I have a teaching license, do I need to submit a photocopy of my license? Also, is there any specific division/order in submitting the documents?
Hi Teach. Just want to clarify one thing about the REFERENCE LETTERS. Should it be "HANDWRITTEN" or "TYPED"? And one of my Referees is a Japanese student of mine in the previous ESL company kung saan nagwork po ako. Is it okay?
If you're from a country that JET Programme is accepting applicants from, then you are qualified to apply. Of course high proficiency in English is required since this is a major part of the job.
I am confuse regarding the medical certidicate, where can i get that? is it ok in private clinic in my places? or in the mbassy of japan in manila? please enlighten me. aspiring applicants here thanks
If you haven't passed the interview yet, you don't need to submit the "Certificate of Health". This is required *after* getting shortlisted for the program. All you need to submit at the application stage is the "Self-Report of Medical Condition". This does not require a medical professional's examination. Just answer this according to your own knowledge of your health condition. Later on, if you pass and get shortlisted, you can get the "Certificate of Health" filled out by any practicing doctor in any hospital. As for getting a POEA OEC, that's when you need to get medically examined in POEA accredited hospitals.
Hello po, greetings! I am quite confused on the "Certification of Graduation" is this the same with the Diploma duly given by the University upon graduation?
It's different~ They do not require your actual diploma but only a document certifying that you graduated from your university. This can be issued from your school.
@@PrincessAmpol Uyy! Thank you so much! Your vlogs are really helpful! Sana gawa ka po ng vlogs about sa list of questions sa interview yung mga natatandaan mo lang po, I've watched your vid part 2, but you only mentioned maybe 2 or 3 questions, ganon lang po ba kaunti ang questions? Aspiring ALT po ❤
@@judy1605 There were possibly more questions but I honestly cannot remember since I was sleep deprived and tired. I was not exactly in my best condition during the interview, so everything felt like a blur. What I mentioned in my video were the major questions that I remember.
@@PrincessAmpol last na tanong nalang po pala, dapat po ba sulat kamay ang pag fill out sa form or type written? If type written paano po yung sa signature? Thanks ng marami! ❤❤❤
It's completely fine to come from a different major~ I'm not an education major as well. As long as you can prove that you can take on a teaching job, go for it!
Hi. After posting this video, I went back to recheck documents I submitted, and I actually chose to submit a Certificate of Graduation. In my mind, diploma might be accepted since it's a solid proof of graduation and attainment of degree. Please take note that you have to submit an original document as well. Since I didn't submit a diploma, I cannot completely guarantee acceptance of the document. For your second question, you can just write, "None" if you don't have any. It doesn't need to be all uppercase letters.
So glad I found your channel po. Thank you so much for the tips. I have questions po. Hope you can answer. Regarding the references po. I’m currently working under an esl company. Is it okay po to ask a reference from them? Or is it insulting especially because I’m still probi. Or would it be better for references from my uni po? And is it okay if its from the guudance counselor. Thank you po
I think that depends on your relationship with your company. If they don't seem like the type that will support and respect your career choices, then maybe it's better to find other references. As much as possible, you would want someone who truly supports your application to the program. Someone from your university is fine too as long as they can provide a good statement on your performance and abilities.
I didn't put my reference letters in an envelop with seal. I don't think they wrote specific instruction on how to submit the letter so I just sent it as it is. This way, you can add the original letter(s) with the original documents set, and the photocopied letters into the photocopy sets.
@@PrincessAmpol thank you ma'am. i still have one question po, about po dun sa self report of medical condition, question number 2a do i still need to include po ba medical condition even if ngayong october lang po sya nalaman? it says there po kasi condition in the past five years. thanks a lot po.
Hi po ma'am. I hope my question can be answered. It is stated in the guidelines that you should provide 1 original and 2 copies for TOR and Cert of graduation. Yung copies po ba ay dapat certified true copy? Thank you!
Hi sensei.Question lang po,according sa website Proof of Graduation (Diploma,Certificate of Graduation).Does it mean po ba na both documents are required pra e include sa mail?Thank you po!
Hi po Ms Princess, may I ask po if okay lang po ba na digital copy lang po yung sa recommendation letter? I just got back from Singapore and only have one with me which is original. Thank you po and God bless
If you have an original copy and are willing to submit that one for the original set of documents, then you'll be fine. The other two (because you need 2 sets of copied documents) can just be a copy of the original.
What if Wala po ako cultural experience? I've never been anywhere po T.T but I'm an English teacher and I've been exchanging and sharing cultures about Philippines through online teaching. Would that be considered as cultural exchange experience?
I'd say that's still a form of cultural exchange experience. You can utilize this to bring across the idea that you're passionate about cultural exchange in whatever platform you have (in this case, you want to do it in the JET Programme). Your lack of experience in travelling can be used as a reason why you finally want to break out and be in the JET Programme.
Hi, JLPT is not exactly required. You can check out my 2nd video on this series. On the "Interview" part, I discuss there about the Japanese language requirement.
Hi Ms. Princess. 😊 I have a question po about writing the reference letter. Ano po ba dapat isulat Dear Ma'am/Sir or To Whom It May Concern like writing a business letter po? 😊 Hehe sorry for this question. Tsaka naka A4 dapat dba?
I think "To whom it may concern" is fine. One of my references wrote it that way. The other just wrote a header that says "Letter of Recommendation for Princess Ampol". The style and format is up to your reference's choice since there's no specified format. They didn't state the paper size but A4 is a safe bet since A4 is the standard paper size used in Japan.
I kind of want to retract my statement in the video. I personally submitted a Certificate of Graduation, a document that can be issued by your university. I have no guarantee that the diploma will be accepted because I didn't submit a diploma. It *might* be accepted but please keep in mind that they request for an original document and they cannot return documents later. It's up to you if you're willing to submit your original diploma. I think this was the reason why I opted to get a Certificate of Graduation. Hope this helps clarify it~!
No limit on this one~! My references were all not Filipino; one was Canadian and the other was Korean. Just make sure they state on the letter what relationship the two of you had.
Based on my experience, hindi na po kailangan 😊 Yung TOR ko galing sa Korean univeristy pero sinubmit ko yung document as is. Hindi naman nila ako ni-require magpa-red ribbon or apostille.
JLPT is not required but of course it can increase your chances of getting picked. I personally did not have JLPT when I applied. A lot of the JET ALT participants don't have JLPT prior to getting accepted.
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Quick Jump to Contents:
Application Period - 1:10
Requirements List - 2:37
Statement of Purpose - 4:26
Letters of Reference - 8:40
Self-Check of Medical Condition - 10:15
#JETPh represent! Thank you for this. I hope the 2021 JET Ph applicants will all consider everything that we have been sharing them since we started creating videos as their guide. Lucky them!
Thanks Teacher
This is a big help! At 42, I'm still dreaming of moving to rural Japan. I hope the JET Programme will be the key to my dreams.
Good luck to you!
Has it worked out for you?
Thank you so much! this is very helpful. See you there!
Great video! PH JETs represent!
Hello Teacher Macs. I found you here.😄 It was that I'm thinking how could I possibly answer all the questions from the panelist and now I realized that they really pick the best ALTs from the Philippines. I'm not pretty sure of my grammar sometimes that's why I sometimes doubted myself especially having these kinds of interview.
Thanks Teacher Princess for giving me/us ideas.
Thank you for the tips and guidelines,really helpful. Preparing my docs for 2021. God bless you.
This is very informative. Thank you! Can you please make A Day in the Life of an ALT in Japan video? 💕
Hi! Is it possible for us to view your Statement of Purpose? 🥺 It would help a lot if we could use it as reference to see how your essay flows
love this video, by the way just curious- is it part of the requirement to undergo medical check up?
Great and informative video, Princess!
I do have a question regarding the recommendation letters.
Will the screening committee follow-up or contact your referees for any form of verification?
I will be receiving my reference letters from my employers who are based outside of the Philippines and I just want to make sure if they will need to anticipate any calls or emails from JET so they won't miss it or get lost in spam.
Thank you for this video!
I'm not sure if they'll contact the references. My references were also based in Korea but there weren't any problems nor did they tell me that they got contacted.
Hi Princess, I appreciate your video. Thanks for making one. Is there a letter of reference format given by JICC ? Is it a spontaneous letter from your adviser? Thank you so much
Very informative. Thank you. Would you mind sharing your SOP?
Glad the video helped! Unfortunately, I do not feel comfortable sharing my actual SOP because I find it quite personal. However, the gist of the contents that I wrote were as mentioned in this video.
Hey, thanks a lot
Your video was really informative and to the point.
Had one query, is there any specific dress code when u go for the interview?
In Japanese interviews, always go formal. Try to look as professional as much as possible.
is the letter of recommendation , hand written? or typed in ms word? thank you.
Hi Princess! This is very helpful thanks. I just found out today about the start of Jet Programme Application for 2021 and i immediately watched your vid to help me out with the process. I hope it’s not too late for me to prep :-). i am a science teacher now and i worked in dubai for 4 yrs which good thing i can use as an experience for cultural exchange. One question, i have a tattoo on my right arm, will that be a problem? Thanks!
I know JETs who have tattoos. I think it won't be a problem but depending on how strict your contracting organization will be, they tell you to cover it up while working. Either way, it's best to cover it up during the JET interview.
Also don't worry, it's not yet too late! I found out about JET around 1 month before the deadline and still made it. Just make sure you get your documents on time, especially now during the pandemic.
@@PrincessAmpol so it’s best not to mention about the tats unless they ask me right? Yes i am starting to work on the documents so i can send it by end of this month. I hope i get the chance to work there too. You’ve been helpful and hope to see you in Japan someday 👍🙏
@@PrincessAmpol another question, for the reference letter, they need original signed copy right? One of my references lives in Dubai, Indian Nationality, and I’m in the Phils now, should i ask him to courier it to me instead? Can a scanned copy be good? He used to be my boss when i was working in real estate? Is that fine or should the reference be related to education field? Thanks a ton!
@@SirRomeo If it's not asked, I think you don't need to say anything about it. It means you've covered it up well enough that it won't be a problem in the future. If they notice you have tattoos during the interview, then they'll probably ask if you're okay with covering it up. In summer, it can get pretty hot so you might wear short sleeves. If the tattoo peeks out, you might need to put some effort into hiding it.
All the best in your application!
@@PrincessAmpol thanks Princess! Appreciate your efforts in replying. About my question about the letter of reference, my indian boss is based in dubai, should he courier or email will be fine? Thankssss
Is there a preferable recommendation letter format? Thanks this is very helpful!
There's no specific format given or recommended by the embassy. Both my references wrote their letters in their own way, and it didn't seem like a problem.
Hi! Another question and I think it's related to Ms. Leslie's.
Do they need to put the recommendation letter in the envelope and seal it? Some countries have that instructions daw kasi.
Thank you so much for patiently answering.
@@laviedlen I didn't do that for mine because I didn't find specific instruction for the letters on the guidelines. Maybe the other embassies specified that for their country~
Very clear. Thanks
Hi!! So glad I found your channel. Im also from a Korean University. Just wondering if you submitted your orignal docs from Korea? I only have one copy left of my original academic record. Do you know any workaround? Can I submit a notarized version instead? Thank you!
In my case, I had time to actually get the transcript and certificate of graduation from the school so I submitted the original documents. I'm not quite sure if a notarized copy will be accepted in place of the original. At least try to get a digital copy (so it'll turn out colored) issued by the school if possible. Last resort is to submit the notarized document attaching a letter of explanation. The embassy might ask you to resubmit an original if they don't accept it, but please don't take my word for it because I'm also just guessing. Go with the option that seems the best for you.
Thank you so much!
Hi Miss Princess! Do you think a Certificate of Enrollment can be accepted in lieu of a Certificate of Record? Apparently, the uni I am in right now still hasn't been given a copy of my Honorable dismissal from my previous uni?
Hi teacher! Thanks for this vlog. It is very helpful! :) Just a question po about sa reference...is there a format as well po for the reference letter? Typed by them or hand written? Would it be fine also if I will be getting my reference letter from my coordinator and principal where i am working and not from my university? Thanks po! :)
questions abt application form:
1.) sa 11c, san nyo po nakuha Duration of Attendances? Years po ba yun like kung ilang years sa college ganon?
2.) Degrees/ Diploma yun po ba yung kelan gmraduate?
3.) sa 11b, Business Administration major in Economics po kase ako. Ang choices ko po sa code is #11 Business Education or code # 16 Others tas lalagay ko nalang Economics. Ano po mas tama code 11 or 16?
3.) Kung wala po formal experience in teaching and informal such as online teaching, pwede ko ba ilagay nakapag turo ako sa mga anak ko or hindi valid yun?
Hi,
1.) You're right. You should write how many years or semesters. For example, 4 academic years
2.) You should put the degree that you received as a result of your attendance at the university. E.g. Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, BA in English, etc. etc.
Hi! Thank you for the video, I may have missed this along the way but, is the application form the only document we do not staple? Or do we not staple everything we submit?
They prefer that you don't staple any of the documents and use paperclips instead
@@PrincessAmpol Thank you so much!
Hi! What is the font size and font style for the application form, and shall we re-type all the contents in the application form, including intructions and japanese characters[Japanese words] If it is type written, should it be typed in solid capitals? Thanks
I just followed the similar font used by the document. I don't remember the specifics of these but I'm sure it'll be fine as long as they can recognize your answer when you fill out the form.
Thank you for this! I just want to ask what's the addressee for the recommendation letters?
You can just address it to (whom it may concern on) the JET Programme. That's just how my references did it.
@@PrincessAmpol just the address of the JET Programme org and not the Japan Embassy?
@@laviedlen If you're referring to the mailing address, it should be the Japan Embassy of the Philippines. But in the letter my references made, they didn't include it and simply addressed the letter for the JET Programme.
Hello miss princess, did you encode your letters of reference? ☺
The letters of reference should be given to you by your referrals as a word document or PDF file if sent as soft copy. For submission of documents, you need to print them out. If they gave it to you as a hard copy, that's great because you don't need to print it out.
Hey Princess! Great stuff!
Can I ask if I can request a letter of reference from my former employer of 10 years since I am a fresh graduate and has no teaching experience?
Cheers!
As long as this reference can give a good description of your character, skills, and experience, and connect that on how it can help your venture as an ALT in Japan, I think it is absolutely fine.
N3 and N2?
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Hi!
Re: Letter of Reference
Is there a template or a guide which I can download from the JET website that can help my former prof and supervisor write the letter or should they write it freely? Thank you!
Hi! There's no template given for writing the Letter of Reference. The references are free to write the letters in their own format. Just address it for the JET Programme application and make sure they leave their contact details on the letter.
@@PrincessAmpol Got it! Thank you so much! ❤
Hello Teacher. I always watch your videos. I would like to ask how do you correct your JTE once he or she commits a mistake while teaching without embarssing him or her in front of the class? Thank you.
Depending on the situation and the teacher, I do it differently. We were originally taught to correct them after class so as to not embarrass them in front of the children. However, some teachers are more chill and do not mind being corrected on the spot. You can also correct them by saying it properly during class instead of directly addressing them the correction.
@@PrincessAmpol thank you
@@PrincessAmpol Hi mam. I have a question, what will you do if you don’t know the answer from the question of your JTE? For example, teacher what’s the difference among allusion, illusion, and delusion? How do you respond mam Princess?
Hi miss, about the letters of recommendation can I ask my co worker before to write my letter?
Hello, it's best to have your supervisor or manager (from any of your previous or current jobs) to write the letter of reference because they're the ones who know you best in regards to how you are as a teacher or professional.
Hi, Ms. Princess! Regarding family members living in Japan, do I need to answer it honestly or it might affect my application? Thank you.
I don't remember seeing this question on the application form. But if it does ask you, it's better to state it honestly because any false information found on the form can forfeit your application. I also think this information will not hurt your chances of getting into the program.
Good day Teacher! May I know how much money did you spend from the application process until you went to Japan? Will the program shoulder travel and accommodation expenses? I am having a problem with my finances so as early as now I want to save. How much budget should I prepare?
This is actually a good question and I'll try to add this for my next video. It's something a lot of applicants should also take into consideration.
To answer this now, we need to consider the cost of getting a passport (if you don't have one or need to renew), full body medical check up, POEA processing fee, OWWA membership, Pag-Ibig and Philhealth contribution. If you drive and want to drive in Japan, add also the cost of getting an International Driving Permit. This is all roughly around 15,000 to 30,000 PHP. There's also additional cost if you're not from within Metro Manila and need to travel from another region for the interview, orientation, and day of flight. Depending on how you want to prepare for your move, you may need to buy clothes, food, items, etc. You also need money for when you first arrive Japan because your salary might come a few weeks or a maximum of two months after. How much you need to bring will depend on your placement, this is a super "Every Situation is Different" (ESID) thing. JET usually says around $1,000 to $3,000 is the safest but I would say that's a bit steep in some cases, and can only be specifically answered after getting a placement.
Your plane ticket to and from (when you finish the program) Japan is shouldered by the contracting organization (CO). Accommodation for the orientation in Tokyo is also shouldered by the CO most of the time. But for the apartment, you would have to pay for it. It again depends where you get placed if you will need to pay in full or get subsidy.
I'll try to go more in-depth on my future video and share how much I spent on mine.
@@PrincessAmpol Thank you so much teacher!
hi!! thanks for your video...
did you submit also a criminal record from Korea?
Yes. I lived there within the past five years so I was required to submit a criminal record from Korea.
Please note that the criminal record will only be required once you get shortlisted or wait-listed.
@@PrincessAmpol thank you, I taught in Thailand for 2 yrs but unfortunately hindi po nakabalik because of the pandemic..
hi! did you have to really submit originals of your diploma and transcript?
I submitted the original transcript and certificate of graduation, not diploma. I was able to get original documents from my university so I submitted them as is.
Hi, I don't have a formal teaching exp din po, HR po kasi ako. Ang teaching exp ko lang po ay nung college pa ako, yung Nstp ko na literacy training service na nagturo ako ng elem students. Can i include it po kaya sa 13a. Other teaching background? Thankyou :))
Hello. Good day. May I ask where did you request a Health Certificate?😊
Did mine at Manila Doctors Hospital but I'd recommend you search other POEA accredited clinics/hospitals because it might be cheaper there.
@@PrincessAmpol but the health certificate is only needed for successful hires , right?😊
@@PrincessAmpol yung successful hires at sa medical check-up na pala ma obtain yung health certificate po?😊
Nice vid
Kailangan po ba may purpose ang TOR? Pano po if ang meron " for promotion purposes only" okay lang po ba yun? Thank you
1st! 😆 Still waiting for batch 2021 announcement.
you sooo cute,, I cri.... great help.. I'm still answering the Personal Information Sheet.. kkk
Can I use my Elementary teachers for my letter of reference?
Maybe you could, but I kind of doubt your elementary teacher can give a convincing testimony on your current abilities simply because they only knew you as their student from back then. However, if they are aware and constantly engaged in your growth to become the person you are today, then that can carry some weight on their letter. Usually they would prefer a somebody who was related to you professionally.
Hello, again teacher. I just want to clarify, the documents are we going to submit are all copies (photocopy) because in the table (documents) it says original and copy. So we will submit only copies, right? Thank you so much.
You should submit 1 set of original documents and 2 sets of photocopied documents. In total, you'll be passing in 3 sets of the required documents.
Is it okay if we only have 1 person as a reference?
@@annacristinayasay8531 I'm afraid not. You must have 2 references.
So we should have 2 references. Is it okay if my 2 referencez are coming from the same school/ workplace?
@@annacristinayasay8531 Yeah I think it's fine as long as they can provide varied perspectives on your performance. My references were both professors in my university but just different departments.
Hello po! Ask ko lang po. Yung sa dietary restrictions po, if wala po, nileave blank niyo lang po ba? Or naglagay pa po kayo ng NONE sa other? Wala po kasing box para sulatan po ng NONE. Salamat po!
Thank you for this video Teach. Ask ko lang po ung SOP po ba is dapat naka-address sa JET programme or pwede na langyan na lang ng heading na Statement of Purpose. Thank you in advance teach. ❤️
No, need to add that. I just wrote a header for my SoP.
Hi! How old were you when you applied for the programme? I’m 23 now so I’m kind of worried they’d think I’m too young for the programme. Thanks!
I was 23 when I applied! There were even younger people in the program. They didn't specify any age requirement. More than the age, what's important is that you hold a bachelor's degree.
Maam, I have a question regarding sa application form item number 18. Language Proficiency. Cebuano is my first language, does it mean hindi ko na iinclude ang English sa item 18A or 18B?
Do they require you to be in the program for more than a year? I was hoping I can only stay for 6 months (maximum a year), in the event I get in. 😅
Yes, the contract is one year so you need to finish one year at least.
Hello po Miss Princess. I have questions regarding the documents. For the teaching certification, I have a teaching license, do I need to submit a photocopy of my license? Also, is there any specific division/order in submitting the documents?
Hi Teach. Just want to clarify one thing about the REFERENCE LETTERS. Should it be "HANDWRITTEN" or "TYPED"?
And one of my Referees is a Japanese student of mine in the previous ESL company kung saan nagwork po ako. Is it okay?
Do native english speakers have advantages? Im not a native and Im worried cuz of this :s
If you're from a country that JET Programme is accepting applicants from, then you are qualified to apply. Of course high proficiency in English is required since this is a major part of the job.
Omg thanks for the answer Princess Ampo. Great video btw!
hello po! ask ko lang po if pwede yung TOR copy na ang nakaindicate ay "GRADUATE, FOR BOARD EXAM PURPOSE ONLY" thanks po!
Hello Mam Princess. I really like your personality in your video.
I am confuse regarding the medical certidicate, where can i get that? is it ok in private clinic in my places? or in the mbassy of japan in manila? please enlighten me. aspiring applicants here thanks
If you haven't passed the interview yet, you don't need to submit the "Certificate of Health". This is required *after* getting shortlisted for the program. All you need to submit at the application stage is the "Self-Report of Medical Condition". This does not require a medical professional's examination. Just answer this according to your own knowledge of your health condition.
Later on, if you pass and get shortlisted, you can get the "Certificate of Health" filled out by any practicing doctor in any hospital. As for getting a POEA OEC, that's when you need to get medically examined in POEA accredited hospitals.
Hello po, greetings!
I am quite confused on the "Certification of Graduation" is this the same with the Diploma duly given by the University upon graduation?
It's different~ They do not require your actual diploma but only a document certifying that you graduated from your university. This can be issued from your school.
Does the JET program require the participant to have a driver's license? Thanks!
No, it's not required. It's just one factor for matching placements.
@@PrincessAmpol Uyy! Thank you so much! Your vlogs are really helpful! Sana gawa ka po ng vlogs about sa list of questions sa interview yung mga natatandaan mo lang po, I've watched your vid part 2, but you only mentioned maybe 2 or 3 questions, ganon lang po ba kaunti ang questions? Aspiring ALT po ❤
@@judy1605 There were possibly more questions but I honestly cannot remember since I was sleep deprived and tired. I was not exactly in my best condition during the interview, so everything felt like a blur. What I mentioned in my video were the major questions that I remember.
@@PrincessAmpol ohh! That's okay. Thanks anyway! ❤
@@PrincessAmpol last na tanong nalang po pala, dapat po ba sulat kamay ang pag fill out sa form or type written? If type written paano po yung sa signature? Thanks ng marami! ❤❤❤
hi miss princess kailangan po ba na education major? I’m taking business ad course and I’m graduating soon and i really want to apply for this 🥺
It's completely fine to come from a different major~ I'm not an education major as well. As long as you can prove that you can take on a teaching job, go for it!
Hi Ms. Princess! Thank you for this vlog.
a) Is the diploma really enough/accepted kahit hindi na po un mismong Certification of Graduation?
Hi. After posting this video, I went back to recheck documents I submitted, and I actually chose to submit a Certificate of Graduation. In my mind, diploma might be accepted since it's a solid proof of graduation and attainment of degree. Please take note that you have to submit an original document as well. Since I didn't submit a diploma, I cannot completely guarantee acceptance of the document.
For your second question, you can just write, "None" if you don't have any. It doesn't need to be all uppercase letters.
So glad I found your channel po. Thank you so much for the tips. I have questions po. Hope you can answer. Regarding the references po. I’m currently working under an esl company. Is it okay po to ask a reference from them? Or is it insulting especially because I’m still probi. Or would it be better for references from my uni po? And is it okay if its from the guudance counselor. Thank you po
I think that depends on your relationship with your company. If they don't seem like the type that will support and respect your career choices, then maybe it's better to find other references. As much as possible, you would want someone who truly supports your application to the program. Someone from your university is fine too as long as they can provide a good statement on your performance and abilities.
@@PrincessAmpol Thank you so much po!
Hi mam the interview will be held in the embassy of japan in manila? I really want to apply but im too far from manila..
Yes, it has to be in the Embassy of Japan in Manila. I also had to fly back to Manila from Korea just to take the interview.
hi ma'am! naka sealed po ba sa envelope yung reference letter nyo po? along with the photocopies? thank you po! :)
I didn't put my reference letters in an envelop with seal. I don't think they wrote specific instruction on how to submit the letter so I just sent it as it is.
This way, you can add the original letter(s) with the original documents set, and the photocopied letters into the photocopy sets.
@@PrincessAmpol thank you ma'am. i still have one question po, about po dun sa self report of medical condition, question number 2a do i still need to include po ba medical condition even if ngayong october lang po sya nalaman? it says there po kasi condition in the past five years. thanks a lot po.
@@DrCadag Yes, please include diagnosed medical conditions from the last five years up to the present.
Hi po ma'am. I hope my question can be answered.
It is stated in the guidelines that you should provide 1 original and 2 copies for TOR and Cert of graduation.
Yung copies po ba ay dapat certified true copy?
Thank you!
I submitted the original document and two photocopies of it. I did not exactly submit a certified true copy.
Hi sensei.Question lang po,according sa website Proof of Graduation (Diploma,Certificate of Graduation).Does it mean po ba na both documents are required pra e include sa mail?Thank you po!
Just one document will suffice. I recommend submitting a certificate of graduation because you can''t receive these documents back.
Hi po Ms Princess, may I ask po if okay lang po ba na digital copy lang po yung sa recommendation letter? I just got back from Singapore and only have one with me which is original. Thank you po and God bless
If you have an original copy and are willing to submit that one for the original set of documents, then you'll be fine. The other two (because you need 2 sets of copied documents) can just be a copy of the original.
What if Wala po ako cultural experience? I've never been anywhere po T.T but I'm an English teacher and I've been exchanging and sharing cultures about Philippines through online teaching. Would that be considered as cultural exchange experience?
I'd say that's still a form of cultural exchange experience. You can utilize this to bring across the idea that you're passionate about cultural exchange in whatever platform you have (in this case, you want to do it in the JET Programme). Your lack of experience in travelling can be used as a reason why you finally want to break out and be in the JET Programme.
Hello Miss, is it important to enroll in JPL? Saan/ano pong training center ang marerecommend po ninyo? Thanks po.
Hi, JLPT is not exactly required. You can check out my 2nd video on this series. On the "Interview" part, I discuss there about the Japanese language requirement.
Hi Ms. Princess. 😊 I have a question po about writing the reference letter. Ano po ba dapat isulat Dear Ma'am/Sir or To Whom It May Concern like writing a business letter po? 😊 Hehe sorry for this question. Tsaka naka A4 dapat dba?
I think "To whom it may concern" is fine. One of my references wrote it that way. The other just wrote a header that says "Letter of Recommendation for Princess Ampol". The style and format is up to your reference's choice since there's no specified format.
They didn't state the paper size but A4 is a safe bet since A4 is the standard paper size used in Japan.
@@PrincessAmpol Thank you so much! It really helps. I'll inform my references about it. 😊
Same lang po ba ang diploma at certificate of graduation?
I kind of want to retract my statement in the video. I personally submitted a Certificate of Graduation, a document that can be issued by your university. I have no guarantee that the diploma will be accepted because I didn't submit a diploma. It *might* be accepted but please keep in mind that they request for an original document and they cannot return documents later. It's up to you if you're willing to submit your original diploma. I think this was the reason why I opted to get a Certificate of Graduation. Hope this helps clarify it~!
For references. kaialngan ba Pinoy?
No limit on this one~! My references were all not Filipino; one was Canadian and the other was Korean. Just make sure they state on the letter what relationship the two of you had.
Hello dapat bang mka red ribbon or apostille ung TOR?
Based on my experience, hindi na po kailangan 😊 Yung TOR ko galing sa Korean univeristy pero sinubmit ko yung document as is. Hindi naman nila ako ni-require magpa-red ribbon or apostille.
@@PrincessAmpol thank you miss 😊
what was ur job in Korea?
I was an entry-level Video Producer.
@@PrincessAmpol that's awesome! I studied producing in Cinemalaya last year. I would love to connect with you!
@@cessnalynabella5532 Sure~ You can look me up on LinkedIn and message me there.
Hi Ms. may I ask if anung level po ng jplt required po sa Jet?
JLPT is not required but of course it can increase your chances of getting picked. I personally did not have JLPT when I applied. A lot of the JET ALT participants don't have JLPT prior to getting accepted.