Teaching English in Japan | Filipino ALT Application Process | My Personal Experience

[@DarthRudious00]

I work with a lot of Filipino teachers at Interac. All very friendly and good with kids.

[@eabarrera4027]

There is another way to be an ALT in Japan, first enrol in a Japanese Language school in Japan.If you are already there, try to apply in a company hiring English teacher. All you need is a 12 years of education with a certificate coming from your school that the medium of instruction is all in English, except Filipino subject, of course. Expect an 45 minutes long interview both in English and Nihonggo, but don't worry, you will be asked an easy question like your hobby or any story you like to share.

[@alexandreaa.e8309]

ernie barrera sir pwed po ba pumunta ng Japan na tourist visa lang? I

[@eabarrera4027]

Alexandrea Belle Alvaran pwede nmang pumunta pero kung mag aaplay ka ng ALT as tourist, napakahirap yata dahil maraming proceso para mabigyan ka ng working visa pero why dont u try?

[@chrisesavaldez4088]

Pwede po ba mag enroll sa japanese language school na tourist visa lang?

[@julieabot4154]

Thank you for sharing. God bless you. About the interview in the Philippines and Japan. Which is much harder. :)

[@justinediaz5739]

I was moved by the words, "Welcome to Japan!" Thank you for sharing this video. May God bless your journey!

[@sicelysanchez2747]

Thank you so much Ms. Karla for this vid. It helped me a lot ug naa na pud ko sa JP karon. May your ALT life become more fruitful because you have been inspiring many people.

[@music2urbrain]

Not only Chesham. BISON MANAGEMENT is also an agency licensed in deploying English Teachers to Japan. AMITY is the company by the way.

[@sicelysanchez2747]

Sir Jay by any chance, are u working in amity? Just wondering if you have any review about that comp. Thanks in advance :)

[@Youtyubah]

@msrb21 under bison managemnt?

[@Youtyubah]

@msrb21 how was it working under amity and bison po? Taga san ka po pala sir?

[@Youtyubah]

@msrb21 congratulations sir. mga ilang months po kayo nag hintay for your deployment po Meron po kayo certificate like tesol etc?

[@paulinefontanilla7007]

msrb21 any tips po sa hiring process? Mag aapply po ako sa Bison :)

[@herschelkimventura6622]

Thank you for this video! It made me really inspire to go and pursue a teaching job in Japan 🥺❤️

[@dianneaguila8380]

Thank you so much for this informative video! I'm really hoping to see you soon. Can you give me some tips on how to ace the interview? I've heard it's quite hard daw po, although the director told us not to worry about it. Hehe. Thank you so much, Ms. Candy! I'm so glad that I've come across your channel!

[@sicelysanchez2747]

looking forward to the part 3! :)

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Sicely Sanchez It will be up either this weekend or next week :)

[@mariateresajimenez1093]

Thank you for sharing your experience, it's really helpful! 😁

[@barleytimejapan4091]

Hello candyinthelandofsushi!! Very good information and awesome energy!

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

thank you! :)

[@melyalegre5465]

I'm loving your channel. 😍

[@antonettepuzon3928]

Hello, I’m still on Grade 11 pero sure na ‘ko sa ipu-pursue ko na ‘yung Secondary Education Major in English na course. Sana maging ALT Teacher rin ako like you someday! I’m still binge-watching all of your videos hehe, it kinda makes me excited & nervous for my Future at the same time.

[@kenwoodjularbal]

Hello... Thank you for the informative video. May I know where the link to the part 2 of this video is? Thank you!

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, I will be making a part 2 hopefully next week. Just stay tuned and subscribe! :) Thanks

[@JuandelaCruz001]

Domo! Thank you very much for the info.

[@JuandelaCruz001]

I've been an ESL teacher for 3 years now.

[@khentpenaranda4232]

More videos about your journey please. Thank you 😊

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Thanks for watching! more videos soon :)

[@mayk0421]

notif squad jud ko ands! hehehe..😉😍👍

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

hihihihi thanks, ate doc!

[@junelynf6035]

Hi, new subbie here. Thank you for this video. I'm also interested in becoming an ALT, and I find this video very helpful. 😍

[@user-sv4pw4lj2r]

Thank you for this! ❤

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

welcome :D

[@joybernardo9181]

Hi miss candy,Im a new English teacher here in Vietnam but I want to land a job in Japan as an English teacher din. .Im not an education graduate but a degree holder and holding a TESOL certificate.Am i still qualified to apply?

[@vloggerjapan6298]

Hello watching from Yoko Japan..Good luck..See you around.

[@toriokim3933]

Hello po. I'm interested to apply din po. Kaso native-level speaker of English po ang requirement... Does that mean, you have to be a native speaker of English language po?

[@michaeldavid2621]

Hello do you need to be super fluent in english or a business level speaker for you to be an english instructor in japan? Thank you very much

[@sicelysanchez2747]

One more thing Ms. Candy about the demo. Did you just know about the lesson to teach on that day? or was it given ahead of time? thank you sooo much!

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello! It was given ahead of time :)

[@TheCaffeinatedWanderer]

Thank you :) I really want to go toooo :( But when I saw the qualifications, it needs to be English Teacher, I am a graduate of BSN :(

[@yansai2040]

Hi, Is an experience needed to be qualified?

[@ofsunshinemoonlightph6792]

Hi teach Candy! Are you still working in Japan?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

yes, I am! :D

[@StyleByAdriel]

Is there anybody here who works with Amity? Bison Management is their agency here in PH.

[@SlaineSlayn]

I applied at Amity directly and I was told to submit my application to BISON since it was their partner Agency in PH. I just don't know how to submit my application to them though :(

[@karlangeloreyes3668]

I submitted my application at Bison Management. They are also looking for English Teachers in Japan and I guess they are partnered with Amity.

[@SlaineSlayn]

I'm already for final interview :) Good luck to all!

[@rosemariemiranda4354]

I hope you don't mind me asking, how did you go about your application?

[@Yennybelles]

Where is Bison Management?

[@MsSherylOnline]

You are very helpful 🤗 God bless!

[@hey8josh]

Hi, do you need to have tefl or tesol certificate to be an alt teacher?

[@stephaniedemure]

Hello! What was your Japanese proficiency level when you started? Is that a requirement too?

[@ricsplazaras99]

When did you leave for Japan? Thanks! :)

[@japanlifebylyka]

Hi Ms. Candy! Do u think Chesham will consider BSED major in Mathematics?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, yes the will!

[@justyourfaith9690]

🥺🥺🥺🥺 sana all

[@Crabking19]

I am already living in Japan. Will having TOEIC and TEFL certificate help me to land an ALT job here in Japan?

[@dahliasuchino6554]

No.

[@21hadez]

hi po what if meron pong scoliosis? di na po ba qualified? thanks po

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello dear! I have no idea. Sorry, maybe you can ask the agency?

[@noelynmarasigan-gamboa2680]

Hi Ms. Candy! Thank you for this very informative video. May I know what was exactly the essay topic given to you? Thank you

[@ma.josephinesaguibo938]

Hi, I'd like to go in Japan and teach there, however I am afraid if i am qualified as I have scar in lungs, Am I still possible to teach there despite of scar in lungs and fit to work certificate?

[@mayvimaris8147]

Hi! Thanks for sharing informative videos. On #3 in the list of competencies (3.) THE POSSESSION OF A PHILIPPINE NON-PROFESSIONAL DRIVING LICENSE AND BEING A CONFIDENT AND COMPETENT DRIVER OF A CAR) -- do you have to submit this along your initial submission of your CV/resume? Also, how long did it take you from the initial resume submission to the day you were notified you got hired? How about the waiting time from that point up to the flight date, how long does it normally take? Lastly, would you consider uploading a model video of your demo? :D Thanks a lot! :)

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

you can indicate in your resume that you have a driver's license, if you have.

[@mayvimaris8147]

Actually, I dont have. Does that mean I should be able to get a drivers license first before I apply though Chessham? Thanks for your replies!

[@mayvimaris8147]

By the way, I'd also like to ask, would studying for graduate school (say, online) be allowed while being an ALT? Thank you!

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

yes, that is okay. :)

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

it's okay if you don't have the driver's license now. The process will be very long anyways. Like 5-6 months, so you have time to get one at least three months before departing to Japan. Just be sure that after the orientation, if you think u're pursuing the application process then you should plan on getting one asap :)

[@melodyjaravata5993]

Hi po... Need po ba experience as an esl teacher to apply? Please notice po Thanks po :)

[@bethmarielflores8705]

Hi. Are you going to pay for the airfare from PH to Japan?

[@thorramirez7056]

Hello teacher Candy. Is there an age limit for assistant language teacher?

[@captainwildflower2067]

Hello Ate! I love you video and I plan to work and live in japan too. I have a question. How do they view piercings there? Piercings as in just an extra piercing on your earlobe. Would it affect your work or professional life there, taking in to consideration that you can just remove it while you work.?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

piercings are okay... just don't wear any earrings at all to work. Because in Japanese schools, students and teachers aren't allowed to wear one. Though I'm an ALT (and can be exempted from school rules at times), I opted not to wear so as to belong to the school community. But if you work in another industry, I think it's fine and you can wear it to work :D

[@pennkun]

Thanks! Im from ph and just about to study in college. And it is my dream to teach english in Japan. I wish you could make a video about the everyday life of an english teacher in japan. arigatou guzaimasu! kiwo tsukete!

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Thanks for watching! :D

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

I made a video about it actually. But because of privacy issues, I "unlisted" it. If you have subscribed to my channel, I think you can watch it :D

[@corxsj4244]

Hoping to meet you one day. 😊🤗

[@heidimatsumoto9657]

Hello, miss candy! I'm glad I found this video of yours. It's very informative and yeah you're right! I read their alt advertisement and it's really challenging! Hahahah! By the way, I have a question. :) Do you really need to have a driver's license before applying? Do they really require you to study basic Japanese beforehand and submit to them the certificate as a proof? Thank you so much, miss candy! ❤

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

I think it is a requirement now to have a driver's license before applying. During my time I already had a license before applying. I studied basic Japanese before applying as well but you can study while you are on the process of application.

[@heidimatsumoto9657]

Thank you so much for the response! As for the driver's license, did they require you to learn both manual and automatic? Hehheheh thank youuuuu!

[@iancarabuena9767]

Hello what are the possible documents Chesham will be asking from me. I actually applied for the position and currently I am in the process of getting my non-pro drivers license.

[@simplebert278]

Do they accept applicants with a Humanities degree?

[@kidcaspertv2698]

hey candy! do you recommend me to sign up and try at chesham? Im half filipino half british, but I only have 2 years of college under my belt but English definitely is my native language but my passport is Filipino, hoping to get some advice from you for my situation!

[@theamazingworldoferis]

Cebu diay ka, ma'aaaamm?? Omg I love you naaaa

[@theamazingworldoferis]

OMG DAVAO PAGYUUDDD TAGA DIHA PUD KO, MA'AM!

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

from Davao, dear but I've lived in Cebu for a year :D

[@yuu_daichi]

I am a fresh graduate and I'm also planning to teach English in Japan, but after watching this, I think it isn't easy after all lol. I'm a graduate of BS in office administration and years from now, I am planning to apply as an ESL teacher in a Japanese tutorial school here in PH. . Do you think they'd accept applicants with an experience in teaching English to Japanese students (via tutorial school) but not a graduate in English Education?

[@ofsunshinemoonlightph6792]

I have plans to teach in Japan but I'm a bit scared. Can you give me any advice?

[@sheilacajandab8656]

Is a skill in driving that necessary po?

[@guavarjerwin6328]

Kelangan po ba board passer? Or pwedeng Hindi? Salamat

[@jelaaatine6261]

Will they accept applicants with scoliosis? I’ve always worried that I won’t be able to apply due to my scoliosis.

[@krishia]

Saan po kayo kumuha ng TEFL Certificate? Any recommendations po? Thank you

[@yeahrightwhateverr]

magkano po nagastos nyo lahat sa agency?

[@purpleofcassius7666]

Hi. Thank you for sharing your experience. I have a question, does height matter when applying?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, thanks for your comment :) height doesn't matter as far as I know because personally, I am very short :D I think as long as you're not shorter than 4' 11" I think it's fine :)

[@Sairenji]

I am a graduating student of bs in secondary eduction major in english, just wondering if you know where you can get tesol or celta certification? Thank you

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

you can search for one online, there's a plethora of online schools :D

[@visiongaming7383]

candyinthelandofsushi ....good day maam just want to ask if there is an age limit applying for an english teacher in japan????

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

hello, I believe if you apply from Chesham it's 40 :D

[@FDiary-u4c]

Hi Ms Karla :) I wanted to know when you were still applying did you already have a JPLT certificate :) :* thanks

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

@@FDiary-u4c Hello, I don't have a JLPT certificate. I never took a JLPT course and exam :) I just enrolled in a Japanese language course when I was in the PH :D

[@R4MP4G1NGR4M]

Ms. Candy may I ask what are the documents required for applying. Let passer, esl teaching experience, esl certificate etc??

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, please read the description box below the video. The details are there including the link of the job posting.

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Also, please help me share this video on your social media platforms so more and more people will know of this job opportunity :)

[@paonicolas8168]

I just wanna ask can become an ALT even I'm not a BS education graduate ?

[@eurekagigi4757]

Hi Ms Candy! One of Cheshams requirement is a driver's license, what if po kung wala? Is it necessary to have one po ba? Thank u in advance po sa reply.

[@ajhenson675]

hello! I would like to ask if they are strict sa medical? i have a medical condition kase and I want to make sure if it would hinder sa application ko . thanks!

[@radxavier2269]

hello po, this has been a great help. question lang po, so even if, for example, i do manage to get an ALT job asides from Interac/Amity/Jet, will it become invalid because of POEA? i recently applied to two companies that don't have philippine offices 🙂

[@angelojardin9788]

hi po what college degree is needed to become alt teacher?

[@ziab8810]

Hi Maam. Is it possible to apply for ALT even if I am not a BS Ed Grad and with No experience in teaching? Reply would be highly appreciated.

[@renbianes9088]

ms. cindy what was your job before you applied in chesham???

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, I was a (licensed) kindergarten teacher back in the Philippines :)

[@slellu7386]

Hello po may I ask kung ilang years po kayo pwede magpa renew and if you can find another job in Japan after and still work in the country even after leaving your ALT job?

[@straightfromtheheart3923]

pwede po ba kht hnd non-English language ang tinuro sa one-yr teaching experience?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

hello, I think so :)

[@misssam4433]

Will they accept me if I am an MIT graduate?

[@aubreycruz6697]

hello , thanks for sharing this :) anyway IT graduate po kase ako, I emailed chesham about my course if pwedi ba kahit IT or kahit mag take lng ako ng DPE, sabi nila hindi daw, I think it should be a bachelors degree :/ .. so I tried to search online because I really wanted this job badly.. and i saw this company "Borderlink" and you said it in your video na "Interac" and "JET" lng pwedi mag dispatch for ALT?... is there any other company na pwedi applyan? chesham is just so strict with their requirements :(

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, yes. Chesham is the only agency in the PH that recruits ALTs for Interac. Borderlink is another dispatch company here in Japan. Although I do not have enough knowledge about borderlink, you can try applying from them directly? or I don't know if may agency sila sa pinas? My advice for you (if you really want this job) try earning educ units, then get a teaching license and then teach at a school for at least a year. It might take some time but it could increase your chances of being admitted :D

[@airframer120]

Pwede po ba US citizen?

[@karenclaireapolonio8601]

Hi! The video was good! In my case I already have a visa in japan. How and where can I send my resume? I am interested in applying for an ALT. What are those certificates they needed for english proficiency? Help! Help! ❤️

[@ailahmarie12]

How many months po yung whole process?

[@vicivanlvillaremo9341]

Hello Maam ☺️ Need na education Major ka if mu apply ka as ALT in japan? Or any bachelors degree will do? Looking forward sa imong answer ☺️ Thank you and more power sa imo YT Channel ☺️

[@zodiaxleo2245]

In teaching English to Japanese students,Is It nescessary To know its Japanese Term? 😊😊

[@jeffreyjarantilla4538]

Hello, thanks for the information. I reviewed the Chesham's website and I noticed that a qualified applicant must be a graduate from a recognized university, I am only a college graduate. Could I still be qualified for application if I obtained master's degree at Ateneo or any of other recognized universities?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

hello, may I ask which college you graduated from?

[@jeffreyjarantilla4538]

Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges po.

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

I think it's okay. You can try :)

[@mermaidpachis4167]

I saw in the description box that an applicant must have "excelent health". I have asthma, but it's not an everyday kind of problem. Do you think my application might not be considered because of that?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Mermaid Pachis Hello, don't worry I also have asthma but it isn't grave so I was able to get through it

[@ExtraordinaryMuggle]

more videos pa about your Teaching Job in Japan te 😊

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, I will Naa dapat ko iupload last weekend kaso di jud sya ma upload. There is something wrong with my internet connection. I'll try tonight :)

[@junmelestiller]

Hello po mam.Nag-aral ka po ba ng nihonggo bago ka nag apply?New subscriber here.

[@jonahdph8143]

Good day Ma'm. Can I ask if you can still teach in Japan if you only have a TEFL Certification and an ESL Teaching experience but doesn't hold a degree in Education?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

are you applying from the Philippines? If yes, then yes you may need to have a bachelor's degree in education or communication :)

[@KateBladon]

Well done te Ken! Unsa nga editor imo gamit? Noob pajud kaayo koo. 😪

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, Kate! iMovie ra oi... hehehe medyo kuti kaau na pag edit pero it can be done. sipag and tiyaga lang hahahaha

[@KateBladon]

candyinthelandofsushi As in te? iMovie ra sad akong gamit pero sa phone ko ga edit. Haha di lagi ko kabalo anang subtitle2x ayy!

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

kuan, kuti kaau na girl! hahahaha edit ur "subtitles" sa picmonkey before inserting it sa video clip. dapat .png file. tagsa2 jud nag edit... hangak hahahaha

[@KateBladon]

Hala uy shet ga nosebleed ko! Hahaha mangita kog tutorial ana. Samoka ani oi hahaha

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

noob pa sad kaau ko Kate sa tinuod lang hahaha and I juggle three jobs here mao di ko ka upload pirmi :(

[@cherjez4178]

Hi po! I just want to know po if ung requirements dun sa school po from elem pag madami kang school na napuntahan kailangan mo pa ding kunin ung records or dun sa school kung saan ka naggraduate nung grade 6

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

yes, you need to get records from all your schools po :)

[@cherjez4178]

Paano if ung school mo noon is close na

[@cherjez4178]

What if close na po ung let say school mo nung grade 3 and 4 ka po? Tatanggapin ka po ba nila?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

cher jez hello, I cannot answer that po since it’s the agency and the company’s decision. Maybe you can ask the agency? :)

[@cherjez4178]

Thank you so much for replying to all my questions. I’ll ask chesham!! By the way Im a fan!!

[@raujanhsabang7730]

I am currently a grade 12 student and in the future wanted to apply in this job. I'm planning to proceed college and the only course that is available in our school is bachelor of secondary education, is it necessary for me to have an English language teaching position? and can i still be able to apply even without majoring English?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

yes, any education-related course is acceptable as long as you have at least 1 YEAR teaching experience :)

[@victortriump1563]

If I am not an education major, but have, let say, a TESOL certificate, will I have chances of getting accepted?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

if you're coming from the Philippines and will be applying thru Chesham, no. Education major is a requirement or any English related courses :D

[@oreoyellowcookies6009]

Hi ate pd ba ung Engineering graduate ?

[@maicajapanmoments]

Huhu nakakaiyak. Gusto ko!! Hahaha

[@japaninabottle1019]

'ONLY' Chesham?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

hello, yes. During my time if you're from the Philippines and you want to apply for Interac, they're the only agency who's authorized to deploy Filipino ALTS here in Japan :)

[@mermaidpachis4167]

Hi! I am planning on taking up my masters degree which is (Master of arts in education major in english) if I earn that degree, do you think they might consider my application despite having a bachelor's degree in communication? Also, I find your videos to be very informative. Keep up the good work po 😀

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Mermaid Pachis a bachelor's degree in communication will be considered :) you're all good!

[@mermaidpachis4167]

candyinthelandofsushi thank you for responding po ^_^ ingat ka po dyan ^_^ I guess I need to improve on the health department ^_^

[@jonathanngombo]

i would love to join, hello i'm jonathan ngombo CEO/Host of The Lost Roots Show

[@cjharry31]

Naiba na po ba ang hiring process? I was researching about pinoy ALTs in Japan and I came across with some that were also hired by Interac through Chesham na hindi naman marunong magdrive at nagcocommute lang sila... any insights po? salamat

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Hello, yes nagchange na ang hiring process. Before, they allow applicants without driving experience but they require it now :)

[@cjharry31]

candyinthelandofsushi need rin po ba talaga na marunong kang magjapanese and dapat din po ba tlaga may certificate ka na nagaral ka ng nihongo?

[@une-chan2258]

Hi ate, okay lang po ba kahit ibang course yung natapos?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

hello, other than the courses mentioned, no sorry di po pwede :(

[@karinakim1139]

Need po ba ng working experience at need po ba ng teacher’s license?

[@iandelcastillo4403]

Look at the number 2 and other requirements on the description above.

[@panceeoius]

Hello, po! meron po ba silang August na recruitment? Thank you po

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

yes they do :)

[@panceeoius]

@@candyinthelandofsushi Thank you! and sa demo teaching? ikaw ba dapat magprepare ng materials?

[@lesleeloudecafepenas5015]

This is truly helpful. I have a scheduled Accent assessment and language test on July and I am really looking for some tips. Thank you so much Miss :D God Bless! I hope you don't mind but are you still working in Japan as an ALT?

[@sarzbelleca4076]

I want to 🎉

[@iambuyay]

Can you choose which city to work in?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

hello, from what I heard... initially you can't choose. but if you're already in Japan applying for a position, I think they will consider your area of residence :)

[@iambuyay]

@@candyinthelandofsushi Thank you so much..

[@iceecass7288]

I love your accent. Crystal Clear kaayo mam. Dream gyud naku diha sa Japan. Naa ko ron NZ pero taong bahay.

[@ramirlambino6017]

Are you still with interac?

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

yup still am :)

[@ramirlambino6017]

Where are you deployed in? Will you renew your contract with them for Spring? Im sorry i have a lot of questions. I am gonna be with Interac Chiba this spring

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

I'm deployed in Nagano :) Yes, I will renew my contract

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

yes, I am! :)

[@ramirlambino6017]

candyinthelandofsushi nice! Many of my relatives are in matsumoto nagano. Lets keep in touch if it doesnt much if a bother🤟

[@theaclarissenieve8453]

Hello po ate. I am currently studying Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English. And probably will graduate next yr. or next next year. Is it required that you should pass the LET? because I have teaching experience and I just wanna know if it is required.

[@candyinthelandofsushi]

Thea Clarisse Nieve LET isn’t required. Teaching experience is :) Merry Christmas!

[@theaclarissenieve8453]

candyinthelandofsushi I have been teaching since I started studying my degree ate because we have school. Hehe. Merry Christmas po :)

[@youdeservetobehappynow7584]

That's awesome.