CAJ’s vision is to equip students to serve Japan and the world for Christ, and CAJ’s staff work at the school because they are committed to this vision. Whether in the classroom, in the office, on the field, or in the auditorium, CAJ staff share who they are and what they have learned as they lead students to grow in their minds, hearts, and actions for the glory of God. And CAJ staff are committed to growing too, both individually and as a part of the CAJ community.
Founded in 1950, CAJ’s students and staff come from all over the world, but we offer a Christ-centered, English-language, US-based curriculum. CAJ is accredited by WASC.
Qualifications and Child Safeguarding
All staff at CAJ are committed followers of Christ, in belief and practice.
All teaching staff have a love of their subject and a love for children. They have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate major, relevant teacher certification from a government authority or ACSI, and experience of teaching in a school setting.
All support staff have relevant qualifications and experience, which varies depending on the position.
CAJ places a high value on the safeguarding of children, so all applicants must be prepared to undergo a full background check and commit to all school policies concerning child safeguarding.
Current openings
Director of Advancement
Full-time vacancy negotiable from December 2024
Applications close January 10, 2025, or sooner if a shortlist of suitable applicants is filled or an offer is accepted.
The Director of Advancement is responsible to the Head of School for all matters pertaining to CAJ’s fundraising, alumni relations, and marketing.
Qualifications
The successful applicant will be someone who enjoys taking the initiative and relating to people; someone who relishes planning and executing plans, and can see both the big picture and the small details; and someone who loves, or who can come to love, CAJ and is up for a challenge. He or she will:
be a committed Christian and an active member of a church.
have a relevant bachelor's degree.
have experience in a comparable role, with experience in a school an advantage.
have native-speaker level English abilities; Japanese language and cultural understanding is an advantage.
have an understanding of and desire to contribute to the vision and mission of Christian Academy in Japan.
be a proven team leader and manager, committed to collaborative working and willing to adapt to different styles and approaches as appropriate.
have excellent relational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
have excellent time management and organizational skills, significant experience in relevant technology, and a careful attention to detail in managing data.
be of mature disposition, known to be loyal, honest, and discreet, and to have a strong sense of community service.
Responsibilities
Fundraising:
Expand the school’s donor base; foster positive relationships with those who give or might give to the school; proactively manager donor relations
Develop and successfully execute school fundraising plans and campaigns for annual giving
Develop and successfully execute a long-term fundraising plan to raise money for school capital projects and endowment fund
Oversee student fundraising activities
Alumni relations:
Foster positive relationships and school spirit with alumni
Develop effective communication with alumni
Maintain and update alumni records
Travel, especially to the US, at least every other year
Marketing:
Develop and implement marketing guidelines and plans for the school
Work to support admissions in marketing the school to new families
Manage school publications including print, electronic, and social media
Oversee staff supporting the above responsibilities
Start Date
Full-time position, with start date negotiable
Business Manager
Full-time vacancy with start date negotiable up to August 1, 2025
Applications close January 10, 2025, or sooner if a shortlist of suitable applicants is filled or an offer is accepted.
The Business Manager is responsible to the Head of School for all matters pertaining to the financial management of the school, including annual and long-term budgeting; fee collection; payment of accounts; and related administration, compliance, and regulatory reporting. The Business Manager is involved in the development and implementation of school strategic and master planning and works closely with other members of the Leadership Team at an executive level.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must be able to provide superior executive support and initiatives in a range of duties and responsibilities. To this end, he or she will:
be a committed Christian and an active member of a church.
have an understanding of and desire to contribute to the vision and mission of Christian Academy in Japan.
have an appropriate tertiary qualification in business; professional accountancy membership (e.g. CPA) is a strong advantage.
have at least five years successful experience in a comparable role.
have native-speaker level English abilities; Japanese language and cultural understanding is an advantage.
be a proven team leader and manager, committed to collaborative working and willing to adapt to different styles and approaches as appropriate.
have excellent relational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
have excellent time management and organizational skills, experience in relevant technology, and a careful attention to detail in managing data.
be of mature disposition, known to be loyal, honest, and discreet, and to have a strong sense of community service.
Major Responsibilities
Prepare annual operating and capital budgets in consultation with the Head of School, ensuring alignment with the vision and mission of the school
Maintain long-term financial plans accommodating the school’s strategic goals and master planning process
Carefully monitor overall budget performance
Regularly report on financial matters to the Head of School and the school’s governing bodies
Develop and oversee the school’s financial procedures and internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial records
Oversee Accounts Receivable including collection of fees, maintaining an appropriate credit control system, and meeting with debtors when necessary
Oversee and manage major capital and building projects in conjunction with the building committee
Attend to insurance requirements including annual review of coverage
Ensure that all government requirements for funding and compliance are satisfied
Oversee other business activities (e.g., cafeteria, facility hire), including liaising with external providers and conducting tenders for services as required
Liaise with parents on all financial matters including school fees and other charges
Oversee the Tuition Assistance Program for families with financial needs
Liaise closely with the admission and advancement offices to help ensure revenue targets are met
Work with the facilities staff to ensure school buildings and equipment are well maintained and relevant registrations are renewed
Provide budget advice and guidance as required to staff responsible for specific budget items including camps, excursions, and student activities
Supervise finance staff, including promoting professional development and conducting reviews
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant market and industry developments
Contribute towards other tasks that the Head of School may require, including being an active member of the Executive Leadership Team
Start Date
Full-time position, with start date negotiable up to August 1, 2025.
Elementary School Principal
Full-time vacancy from August 1, 2025
Applications close January 10, 2025, or sooner if a shortlist of suitable applicants is filled or an offer is accepted.
The Elementary School Principal oversees the implementation of the educational program in the Elementary School and supervises the Elementary School teachers and student support staff. The Elementary School Principal is a member of the school’s Leadership Team and Child Safeguarding Team.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must be able to provide superior executive support and initiatives in a range of duties and responsibilities. To this end, he or she will:
be a committed Christian and an active member of a church.
have a relevant master’s degree, or be prepared to pursue one; also teaching credentials.
have experience in a comparable school role.
have native-speaker level English abilities; Japanese language and cultural understanding is an advantage.
have an understanding of and desire to contribute to the vision and mission of Christian Academy in Japan.
be a proven team leader and manager, committed to collaborative working and willing to adapt to different styles and approaches as appropriate.
have excellent relational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
have excellent time management and organizational skills, experience in relevant technology, and a careful attention to detail in managing data.
be of mature disposition, known to be loyal, honest, and discreet, and to have a strong sense of community service.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, and direct implementation of all Elementary School activities, with an emphasis on student care and safety
Establish and maintain an effective learning climate across the Elementary School
Supervise all Elementary School teachers and student support staff and oversee their professional development
Oversee the Elementary School curriculum and its development
Maintain high standards of student conduct and manage student discipline
Attend student events and activities and supervise co-curricular events
Foster and maintain good relationships with parents of Elementary School students
In collaboration with the Admissions Coordinator, meet prospective students and their families and make admissions decisions for Elementary School applicants
Provide regular reports to the Head of School and participate on the school’s Leadership Team
Develop other leaders among the Elementary School staff and give them opportunities to grow personally, professionally, and spiritually
Play an active part on the Child Safeguarding Team
Start Date
Full-time position, with start date of August 1, 2025
Choir Director (Performing Arts teacher)
Full- or part-time vacancy from August 1, 2025
Applications close January 10, 2025, or sooner if a shortlist of suitable applicants is filled or an offer is accepted.
The Choir Director teaches and oversees the High School Choir, the Middle School Choir, and the selective Chamber Singers. This could be a part-time position, but could also be a full-time position for a candidate who has additional experience teaching other musical ensembles, especially handbells, or acting/drama. For a candidate of more experience, it is possible the role of Music Department Head might be offered.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must be able to provide superior executive support and initiatives in a range of duties and responsibilities. To this end, he or she will:
be a committed Christian and an active member of a church.
have an understanding of and desire to contribute to the vision and mission of Christian Academy in Japan.
have a relevant bachelor’s degree.
have current teaching credentials or be willing to pursue appropriate certification.
have experience teaching choir in a High School and/or Middle School.
have native-speaker level English abilities; Japanese language and cultural understanding is an advantage.
be a proven team leader and manager, committed to collaborative working and willing to adapt to different styles and approaches as appropriate.
have excellent relational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
have excellent time management and organizational skills, experience in relevant technology, and a careful attention to detail in managing data.
be of mature disposition, known to be loyal, honest, and discreet, and to have a strong sense of community service.
Responsibilities
Teach High School Choir and Middle School Choir as part of the school’s regular curriculum
Teach Chamber Singers as a selective high school choir for top singers
Coordinate the school’s choral program with the Elementary School choir teacher, and assist as needed
Organize and execute regular concerts several times a year for each choral group
Organize and execute occasional choral performances around Tokyo and further afield
Teach voice lessons to individual students or small groups of students
Work in close collaboration with other performing arts teachers and other staff across the school more broadly
Assist as needed with the High School and Middle School chapel bands
For candidates seeking a full-time position, other responsibilities will be discussed based on the candidates’ experience and interests
Start Date
Part-time or full-time position, with start date August 1, 2025
Physical Education/Health teacher
Full-time vacancy from August 1, 2025
Applications close January 10, 2025, or sooner if a shortlist of suitable applicants is filled or an offer is accepted.
The primary purpose of the Physical Education teacher is to plan and implement engaging physical education activities for girls and boys across divisions, but especially in middle and high school, and assess student learning in physical education and health.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must be able to provide superior executive support and initiatives in a range of duties and responsibilities. To this end, he or she will:
be a committed Christian and an active member of a church.
have an understanding of and desire to contribute to the vision and mission of Christian Academy in Japan.
have a relevant bachelor’s degree.
have current teaching credentials or be willing to pursue appropriate certification.
have experience teaching physical education in a high school and/or middle school; experience teaching girls is required.
have native-speaker level English abilities; Japanese language and cultural understanding is an advantage.
be a proven team leader and manager, committed to collaborative working and willing to adapt to different styles and approaches as appropriate.
have excellent relational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
have excellent time management and organizational skills, experience in relevant technology, and a careful attention to detail in managing data.
be of mature disposition, known to be loyal, honest, and discreet, and to have a strong sense of community service.
Responsibilities
Teach physical education classes to students in elementary, middle, and/or high school
Teach health education classes to students in elementary, middle, and/or high school
Work well with the team of physical education teachers and the broader CAJ staff
Participate in and potentially oversee other school-required activities as needed
Various coaching opportunities for school sports teams are also available.
Start Date
Full-time position, with start date August 1, 2025
CAJ receives a large number of applications and we are unable to accept general applications for positions not listed. If you have questions, please email: personnel@caj.ac.jp.
