Working at Laurus

Current Openings

Primary & Secondary School and Headquarters

International Primary School Science Teacher

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • Laurus International School of Science requires enthusiastic and experienced primary school teachers for the position of specialist Science Teacher.

    Candidates must be native English speakers with a background in international school education.

    Preference will be given to teachers currently in Japan with more than three years experience. Japanese language ability is not a requirement.

    • BA. BS BEd or MA, MS, PhD

    • Teaching licence

    • Experience teaching at international schools (Primary School and Lower Secondary experience preferred)

  • Monday–Friday , 8:30-17:30 with a one-hour break (various shift times available at 8 hrs work /1 hr break).

    40 hours per week

  • ¥350,000 – ¥450,000 per month
    (Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)

    • Saturday and Sunday off

    • National/public holidays off

    • Annual paid leave: 9 weeks of school holidays, 5 paid flexible holidays, 5 paid sick days

    • Health insurance

    • Social insurance

    • Employment insurance

    • Transportation costs (up to ¥25,000 per month)

    • Continuing professional development

International Secondary School Subject Teacher

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • Laurus International School of Science requires enthusiastic and experienced secondary school teachers for Subject Teacher positions. Candidates must be native English speakers with a background in international school education. Applicants should have a B.A / B.Sc or higher and teaching certification or B.Ed with the appropriate credential. Preference will be given to teachers currently in Japan with more than three years experience. Japanese language ability is not a requirement.

    • BA. BS BEd or MA, MS, PhD

    • Teaching licence

    • Experience teaching at international schools (Primary School and Lower Secondary experience preferred)

  • Monday–Friday , 8:30-17:30 with a one-hour break (various shift times available at 8 hrs work /1 hr break).

    40 hours per week

  • ¥400,000 – ¥500,000 per month
    (Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)

    • Saturday and Sunday off

    • National/public holidays off

    • Annual paid leave: 9 weeks of school holidays, 5 paid flexible holidays, 5 paid sick days

    • Health insurance

    • Social insurance

    • Employment insurance

    • Transportation costs (up to ¥25,000 per month)

    • Continuing professional development

Music and Music Technology Teacher

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • Laurus International School of Science is a prestigious international school located in the heart of Tokyo, dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. We offer a diverse and holistic education to students from various cultural backgrounds, emphasizing both academic excellence and personal growth. Our state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to innovation in education make us a leading institution in the region.

    Position Overview:

    We are seeking a passionate and experienced Music and Music Technology Teacher to join our dynamic faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both traditional music education and modern music technology, with a commitment to inspiring and engaging students from diverse cultural backgrounds. The role involves teaching music theory, performance, and the use of music technology, including recording equipment and other relevant software.

    • Develop and deliver a comprehensive music curriculum for students of various age groups and skill levels.

    • Teach music theory, history, and performance, incorporating a wide range of musical genres and traditions.

    • Integrate music technology into the curriculum, teaching students how to use recording equipment and music production software.

    • Organize and lead school concerts, recitals, and other musical events.

    • Collaborate with other faculty members to create interdisciplinary learning experiences.

    • Provide individualized instruction and support to students, fostering a love for music and encouraging their creative expression.

    • Stay current with developments in music education and technology, incorporating new methods and tools into the classroom.

    • Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

    • Teaching certification or relevant teaching experience in an international school setting.

    • Proficiency in using music technology, including DAWs (e.g., Logic Pro, Ableton Live), MIDI, and recording equipment.

    • Strong musicianship skills, with proficiency in at least one musical instrument.

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    • Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural and diverse environment.

    • Passion for music and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

    • Fluency in English.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience living and working in an international setting.

    • Experience with Cambridge International Curriculum

  • Monday–Friday , 8:30-17:30 with a one-hour break (various shift times available at 8 hrs work /1 hr break).

    40 hours per week

  • ¥410,000 – ¥500,000 per month
    (Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)

    • Saturday and Sunday off

    • National/public holidays off

    • Annual paid leave: 9 weeks of school holidays, 5 paid flexible holidays, 5 paid sick days

    • Health insurance

    • Social insurance

    • Employment insurance

    • Transportation costs (up to ¥25,000 per month)

    • Continuing professional development

International Primary School Homeroom Teacher

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • Laurus International School of Science requires an enthusiastic and experienced primary school teacher for the position of Homeroom Teacher. Candidates must be native English speakers with a background in international school education. Applicants should have a B.A / B.Sc or higher and teaching certification or B.Ed with the appropriate credential in primary school teaching.

    Preference will be given to teachers currently in Japan with more than three years experience.

    Japanese language ability is not a requirement.

    • Candidates must be native English speakers with a background in international school education.

    • Applicants should have a B.A / B.Sc or higher and teaching certification or B.Ed with the appropriate credential in primary school teaching.

  • Monday–Friday , 8:30-17:30 with a one-hour break (various shift times available at 8 hrs work /1 hr break).

    40 hours per week

  • ¥350,000 – ¥400,000 per month
    (Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)

    • Saturday and Sunday off

    • National/public holidays off

    • Annual paid leave: 9 weeks of school holidays, 5 paid flexible holidays, 5 paid sick days

    • Health insurance

    • Social insurance

    • Employment insurance

    • Transportation costs (up to ¥25,000 per month)

    • Continuing professional development

Overseas Study Advisor

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • As an academic advisor and overseas study advisor at the international school headquarters, you will be responsible for the following duties:

    • Consultation and support for junior and senior high school students regarding studying abroad and continuing on to
      higher education

    • Partnerships, coordination, applications, etc. with schools of higher education

    • Correction and guidance for essays, planning and management of extracurricular activities

    • Support for participation in international mathematics competitions

    • Coordination of interviews and liaison with parents

    • Assistance with administrative tasks within the international school

  • Experience of studying at a university abroad (preferential treatment given to those from top tier universities).

    Preferred:

    • Experience and ability in university entrance counseling

    • Experience in essay writing and extracurricular activities

    • Welcome to those with experience in international mathematics competitions and studying abroad

    • Ability
      to communicate smoothly in English

    • Ability to communicate and build smooth relationships with students and parents

  • Shift system

  • ¥300,000 to ¥500,000 per month
    (※ expected annual salary: ¥4,200,000 to ¥7,000,000)

    Bonus twice a year (2 months' salary from last year)

    *To be determined based on experience, ability, etc.

    • 2 days off per week

    • Annual holiday: 120 days or more Summer holiday Year-end and New Year holidays

    • Employment insurance

    • Workmen's accident insurance

    • Employee pension
      insurance

    • Health insurance

    • Transportation allowance

    • Salary increase once a year

    • Bonus twice a year (based on performance)

Receptionist / Sales for Primary/Secondary School

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • This job supports the operation of our international school.

    Specific duties include responding to inquiries and applications for admission, accepting admissions, managing various information, etc. This position supports the school's operations so that instructors can focus on education and students can grow while having fun.

    • Job duties:
      Communicate in English with native English teachers of various nationalities and convey the value of the school to parents and students. In addition to the tasks listed below, you will also be tasked with administrative work.

    • Approach parents who have contacted us with quality information and service:
      As there are inquiries throughout the year, your role will be conveying the appeal of the school to increase the number of students while providing information about enrollment to interested families.

    • Operational management and support for school events

      We will entrust you with tasks such as managing and preparing textbooks and teaching materials, as well as managing school events such as presentations and speech contests.

    • Responding to inquiries regarding enrollment, handling
      Enrollment applications, accepting applications, explaining details, handling parent questions, etc

    • Native-level Japanese and business document writing skills

    • Business-level English proficiency with a TOEIC score of 800 or higher (however, as we place emphasis on practical skills, please do not be concerned with your TOEIC score when applying.

    • Basic PC skills (Word, Excel PowerPoint)

  • Varies depending on shift between 8:00-18:00 (8 hours actual work)

    Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday

    *We are currently hiring for the Tuesday - Saturday shift position

  • 230,000-330,000 yen/month

    Expected annual income: 3,220,000 yen - 4,620,000 yen

  • Five-day work week

    More than 120 days of annual leave

    • National holidays

    • Golden Week

    • Paid leaves

    • Congratulatory or condolence leaves

    • Summer vacation (5 days)

    • Year-end and new year holidays (5+ days)

    • Maternity leaves & paternity leaves

    • Salary increase once a year (from the month of joining)

    • bonus twice a year (last year's performance: 2 months' worth),

    • transportation expenses (up to 20,000 yen per month),

    • complete social insurance (employment, industrial accident, health, welfare pension),

    • position allowance

Human Resource Staff Member

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • Hiring HR Staff to Support Operations at Our International School Headquarters

    Laurus is the only Science International School in Japan. We operate eight international schools, primarily in Tokyo, with a total student body of approximately 1,300 students. As our school continues to grow, we are planning further expansion in the future.

    Would you like to take on the challenge of supporting a dynamic educational environment where language, education, culture, and science are organically connected?

    Ideal Candidate Profile

    We are looking for individuals who:
    - Are proactive and willing to take on new challenges
    - Can think independently and take initiative in proposing and executing actions
    - Can work efficiently by collaborating with relevant stakeholders
    - Approach tasks with a positive attitude and enjoy teamwork
    - Handle personal and confidential HR-related information responsibly
    - Can manage monthly detailed tasks such as payroll and allowances accurately and efficiently
    - Have experience in HR (recruitment, labor management) – preferred but not required

    While HR experience is preferred, candidates without prior HR experience are also welcome to apply.
    We are seeking individuals who are eager to support the growth of our rapidly expanding international school in a global environment.

    • Job Responsibilities

      As an HR staff member, you will work closely with management to support various HR operations, including:

      • Managing employee evaluations, onboarding, retention, and growth support

      • Responding to inquiries related to HR matters

      • Payroll, attendance, and benefits management in coordination with the finance team

      • Supporting the recruitment process from interviews to onboarding

      • Coordinating onboarding schedules, exchanging necessary documents, and reviewing work regulations with new hires

      • Preparing internal training programs

      • Representing the school at career fairs

      You will also collaborate with the HR team on:
      - Planning and managing job postings (from selection of job platforms to publication)
      - Applicant management, document screening, and interview coordination
      - Recruitment tasks for school receptionists, childcare staff, teachers, and headquarters employees

      We look forward to welcoming passionate individuals who are ready to contribute to the growth of our school!

    • Bachelor’s degree or higher (No prior experience required)

    • HR experience (recruitment/labor management) is preferred

    • Business-level English proficiency

      • TOEIC score of 800+ is a guideline, but practical communication skills are prioritized over test scores

    • Basic PC skills

      • Proficiency in Excel (intermediate level or above)

      • Experience using Microsoft Office applications and Google Spreadsheets for data management is a plus

    Ideal Candidate Profile

    While prior experience is preferred, we are looking for individuals who:

    • Are eager to learn and proactively take on new challenges

    • Can ask questions and seek guidance when needed

    • Can handle personal and confidential information responsibly

    • Can communicate effectively in English with native staff

  • Shift system:
    Varies between 8:00-18:00 depending on the shift
    (8 hours of actual work)

    Our basic policy is to work efficiently and go home on time.

  • ¥250,000 to ¥350,000 per month
    (expected annual salary: ¥3,500,000 to ¥4,900,000)

    Bonus twice a year (2 months' salary from last year)

    *To be determined based on experience, ability, etc.

  • Two-day weekend system,
    120+ days off per year, summer vacation, year-end and New Year's holiday

    120+ days off per year

    • Sunday and one other day per week (Saturdays and Sundays are the basic holidays)

    • National
      holidays

    • Year-end and New Year's holiday

    • Paid leave

    • Maternity, postpartum and childcare leave

    • Special paid leave (for childbirth, weddings, bereavement, etc.)

    • Year-end and New Year's holiday

    • Summer vacation

    • Employment insurance

    • Workmen's accident insurance

    • Employee pension
      insurance

    • Health insurance

    • Transportation allowance

    • Salary increase once a year

    • Bonus twice a year (based on performance)

School Nurse

Contract Type: Full-time/ Part-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • We are currently recruiting additional nurses for our international school.

    Both part-time and full-time positions are on offer and the best option for for each candidate will be discussed.

    Daily health management

    1. Checking the health of students and staff
     - Initial response to everyday injuries and illnesses
     - Providing health consultations and counseling
     - Emergency response

    2. Emergency response
     - Arranging for transportation to a medical institution if necessary
     - Managing the emergency contact network and promptly contacting parents
     - Health education

    3. Conducting health-related classes and workshops
     - Providing information for maintaining and improving health
     - Planning and implementing health-related projects and campaigns
     - Record keeping

    4. Managing health records of students and staff
     - Organizing medical certificates and prescriptions from medical institutions
     - Analyzing and reporting health data
     - Infectious disease control

    5. Implementation and guidance of infection prevention measures within the school
     - Response and management of infectious disease outbreaks
     - Communication

    6. Smooth communication with students, parents, faculty and staff
     - Collaboration with medical institutions and local health agencies
     - Sharing and reporting health-related information

    • University graduate or above

    • Licensed nurse preferred

    • Experience in school health preferred

    • Ability to communicate in English and Japanese

    • High interest and passion for children's health and welfare

    • Good interpersonal skills and flexibility

    • Basic PC skills

    • Experience
      using Microsoft Office applications and data management using Google Spreadsheets is preferred.

  • 2-3 days a week is acceptable

    Shift System

    • Part time hours per day: 3-8 hours shift; example - 9:00-12:00,

    • Full-time hours per day: 8 - 9 hours
      example - 9:00-18:00

  • Hourly wage: 1,600 to 3,000 yen Full-time salary: 250,000 to 300,000 yen/month depending on experience and performance; (estimated annual salary: 3,500,000 to 4,200,000 yen).

    Bonus twice a year (2 months' salary from last year)

    *Will be determined taking into consideration experience, ability, etc.

  • Annual holiday: 120 days or more

    • Year-end and New Year holidays

    • Summer holiday (1 week)

    • Winter holiday (2 weeks)

    • Paid vacation

    • Maternity, postpartum and childcare leave

    • Special paid leave (for childbirth, weddings, bereavement, etc.)

  • Depending on employment status:

    • Employment insurance

    • Workmen's accident insurance

    • Employee pension insurance

    • Health insurance

    • Transportation expenses provided

Laboratory Technician

Contract Type: Full-time
Job Location: Shiba Campus

  • We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our team and provide high-quality laboratory experiences for our students. The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for preparing materials for experiments and maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment conducive to learning. This role involves purchasing, storing, managing, and disposing of chemical substances, as well as assisting with classes in our international school setting.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Set up and dismantle laboratory equipment and materials for science classes and experiments.

    • Manage safety during classes, provide safety instructions and observations.

    • Prepare chemical substances, solutions, and specimens necessary for experiments.

    • Manage inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment, placing orders for replenishment as needed.

    • Ensure students and staff adhere to safety protocols and procedures during experiments.

    • Assist science teachers with demonstrations, experiments, and other instructional activities.

    • Collaborate with teachers to suggest and adapt experimental activities to support the curriculum.

    • Perform regular maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure proper functionality.

    • Keep the laboratory clean, organized, and hazard-free.

    • Conversational English skills

    • Associate degree or higher in a related field (Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Technology, etc.)

    • Experience working in a laboratory within an educational environment

    • Strong communication skills and attention to detail to ensure safety

    • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and protocols

    • Excellent interpersonal skills

    • English proficiency sufficient for interaction with instructors

    • Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff

    • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of a school environment

  • Shift-based system

    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (varies by shift: 8 hours of actual work)

  • Monthly salary: 250,000 - 320,000 yen

    (Estimated annual income: 3,500,000 - 4,480,000 yen)

    • Two days off per week

    • Over 120 days of annual leave

    • New Year's holidays

    • Summer holidays

    • Commuting allowance provided

    • Employment insurance

    • Employees' pension

    • Health insurance

    • Workers' accident compensation insurance