Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory the of the Anishinaabeg, Hodinohsyó:ni, and Attawandaran (Neutral) Peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River from mouth to source.

Renison invites applications for the contract position of Japanese Language Teacher in the Sakura Japanese Language School.

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social engagement through the School of Social Work, and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and community engagement in our non- degree programs and continuing education courses, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available at uwaterloo.ca/renison.

Objectives:





The objectives of the Sakura Japanese Language School are to provide an workplace for students to enjoy learning in Japanese while fostering the four language skills, to expose students to Japanese culture, and to develop a broad perspective for living in a multi-cultural society. The program provides instruction in simple Japanese to 4 – 11-year-old students [JK, SK, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5 and G6] using Japanese textbooks, original handouts and hand-on activities in the Japanese language, incorporating Fine Art, Music, Life and School Events.

Additionally, the incumbent will represent Renison in a manner consistent with the values, goals, and strategic directions of the University College.

Education

- A teaching certification preferably acquired in Japan or in Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education, and/or experience in ECE/Elementary Education
- Ability to play the piano is an asset
- Post-secondary degree

Experience:

- Exceptional communication and organizational skills
- Strong knowledge of young students’ behavior
- Strong knowledge of teaching Japanese-language as a second language/heritage language
- CPR/First Aid certification by October 3, 2025

📌 Japanese Language Teacher (Waterloo)
🏢 Renison University College
📍 Waterloo