Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs)

Job Description

NB: This opportunity is the outcome of the engagement between the EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA IN JAPAN AND HEART CORPORATION. Also note that this programme covers the successful applicants (ALTs) only. Dependents of the successful applicants (ALTs) will not be covered under the programme.

Key Responsibilities

• ALTs work alongside Japanese teachers in public schools, helping students learn English language through games, conversation, debates, excursions, and cultural exchange.
• They are not the main teachers, but assist Japanese teachers/they are assistants.
• Moreover, ALTs share their culture (they are cultural ambassadors), broaden young minds, and gain an experience that will change their (ALTs’) life as well.
• ALTs may be assigned to multiple schools, usually working at one school each day, and rotating between their assigned schools during the week.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Education, English or Humanities (teaching)
• Strong English communication skills
• Valid passport and ID
• Eligibility for a Japanese work Visa
• Professional, flexible, adaptable, and passion for teaching and working with children
• Available to start in April 2027
• No Japanese language ability needed
• Age between 20-59 years old
• Openness to learning about Japanese culture, people, and lifestyle
• Willingness to relocate within Japan
• Ability to purchase your own airline ticket
• Registration with the Botswana Teaching Professional Council (BOTEP CO) is an added advantage.

How to Apply

All interested qualifying candidates should address their application to: Acting Director, Department of Employment Services, Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs, Private Bag 00354, Gaborone. Applications can be delivered by close of business Friday 16th October 2026 at the Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs, Block 8 Building, Government Enclave, Khama Crescent, Floor 6, Records Management Office. Or Emailed to: desinfobw@gmail.com. For more information, contact Helpdesk on: Tell: +267 361 1618/ 1619/ 1620 or WhatsApp: +267 71 810 127 Email: desinfobw@gmail.com. Closing Date: 16th October 2026 at 16:30pm CAT (Botswana time) for all submissions. Please state that you got the job advert through JobHub BW website when submitting your application.