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Your Chance To Work In Takasago, Latrobe’S Sister City

Latrobe City is calling for interested applicants to apply for the Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) role in Takasago, Latrobe’s sister city in Japan, commencing in April 2010.

By Latrobe City Council - 24th November 2009 - Back to News

Latrobe City’s mayor, Cr Lisa Price said this was a wonderful opportunity for someone from Latrobe to work in Takasago for twelve months or more assisting its young citizens to learn English.

"Takasago City has once again generously made the opportunity possible and will pay all costs including wages, accommodation and travel to the value of about $50,000," Cr Price said.

"The program first commenced in 2001 and since then, many graduates from Latrobe have taken up the role of Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) in Takasago.

"One of the most attractive aspects of the position is that the selected candidate is teaching overseas, but living within a community which has strong connections with their home city. It makes settling into the different environment so much easier, because of the positive relationships that have already been forged between the two cities.

"Takasago City and Latrobe City share many similarities. However, the lifestyle, school system and many everyday basic things in Japanese life, such as removing your shoes before entering someone’s home, and riding a pushbike to work every day, are quite different," Cr Price explained.

"This is a fantastic opportunity for a young person to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, exploring that culture. Living within the community and working with local people will give the selected candidate a great opportunity to broaden their mind and see things from another culture’s perspective.

"The ALT program is another example of the benefits that can come through the development of a successful international relations program. We should take pride in the fact that the relationship with Takasago is so strong that they specifically want people from Latrobe to help with the education of their young people," Cr Price said.

"The key prerequisite for the ALT position is that the incumbent should hold a bachelor’s degree or obtain one by 31 March 2010, or be qualified to teach at elementary schools or junior high schools, or obtain such qualifications by 31 March 2010.

"We are looking for someone with links to the Latrobe area, who can become an ambassador for Latrobe City. Confidence, independence and a respect for other cultures are also key attributes. Above all, we are looking for someone who is willing to open themselves to new and rewarding experiences as part of the year-long program," Cr Price explained.

"While some knowledge of Japanese language is an advantage, candidates do not need to be able to speak Japanese. Council will however, assist the appointee to learn some basic Japanese before taking up their position, and Takasago City will enhance the appointee’s Japanese language skills during their twelve months in Takasago," Cr Price added.

The position will commence in April 2010. Applications are now open and will be received until 14 December 2009.

Application forms together with employment synopsis and ‘Assistant Language Teacher in Takasago City – Terms and Conditions of Service’ can be collected from any of council’s service centres in Churchill, Moe, Morwell and Traralgon; downloaded via council’s web page at www.latrobe.vic.gov.au or telephone 1300 367 700 to obtain a copy by mail or email.

Persons wanting further information are encouraged to contact Jie Liu at Latrobe City; email jieli@latrobe.vic.gov.au.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com

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