Teach with us
Teach English. Use your Japanese. Work on your schedule.
TomoEnglish is looking for native English speakers studying at universities in Tokyo who also speak some Japanese. All lessons are online, so you can teach whenever it suits you.
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You receive 70% of every lesson price
That's about ¥1,960 per 50-minute lesson.
👥 Group program (up to 6 students, 50 min): up to ¥3,900 per class (¥1,800 base + ¥350 per student), plus a ¥300 bonus for every student who signs up for the next season.
Based on the single 50-minute lesson price. Lessons bought in packs have a lower per-lesson price, so your share for those is lower too.
Why teach with TomoEnglish
Set your own hours
Choose when you teach, around your classes and other plans.
100% online
Teach on Zoom or Google Meet from home or campus.
Use your Japanese
Help students in Japanese when they get stuck, and practice your own Japanese along the way.
Requirements
- Native-level English
- Conversational Japanese or higher
- A valid residence card with permission to work part-time (資格外活動許可)
- Able to stay within the 28 hours/week limit across all your jobs
You are responsible for following the conditions of your own visa. If you're unsure, check with the Immigration Services Agency of Japan or your university's international student office.
How to apply
- Fill in the application form
- Have a short online chat with us
- Set up your profile and start teaching
Help us build TomoEnglish
We're just getting started, and your ideas are welcome.
Apply now →TomoEnglish is an independent service and is not affiliated with any university or school.