Japanese Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

At The Pinnacle School we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics therapeutic support and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience inclusion and student empowerment we redefine education for every learner. Join us and help students achieve confidence and independence.

As a Japanese Teacher at Pinnacle School youll create an immersive language experience that helps students build communication skills confidence and cultural awareness through engaging individualized instruction. You will support students with diverse learning needs while fostering curiosity connection and growth in a collaborative school community.

What Youll Need

• Bachelors degree in education special education Japanese or related field with a Masters preferred

• Valid Connecticut teaching certification in World Language Special Education or eligibility to obtain certification

• Minimum of two years of experience teaching students with language-based learning differences

• Experience with IEP development progress monitoring and data collection

• Strong communication skills with a collaborative flexible and student-centered approach

What Youll Do

• Design and deliver immersive Japanese language lessons that build practical communication skills

• Adapt instruction to meet the diverse learning social and emotional needs of each student

• Collaborate with clinicians therapists and educators to support student growth and IEP goals

• Create a structured engaging classroom that supports executive functioning and positive behavior

• Promote cultural awareness by introducing Japanese traditions customs and perspectives

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles) plus paid holidays.

• Wellness perks including gym discounts mindfulness apps and prescription savings.

• Tuition reimbursement career development programs and leadership training.

• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.

• Health dental and vision insurance.

• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling life coaching and mental health resources.

• Life insurance disability coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you.

The Pinnacle School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy status national origin age disability genetic information or status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us at .

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