Missionary English Teacher - Japan

November 11, 2025

Serve alongside the local churches in Tokyo and Shioda, Japan, using English education as a bridge to relationships and Gospel outreach. This role offers an opportunity to teach English and the Bible to children and adults, invest in students and their families, and participate in the churches’ ongoing outreach efforts. HarvestCall seeks a mature, Christ-centered teacher with experience, a heart for cross-cultural ministry, and a passion for sharing God’s Word. Two-year commitment beginning June 2026.



 

Overall HarvestCall Missionary Purpose: 

The primary purpose of a HarvestCall missionary is to proclaim Christ and serve others. In fulfillment of HarvestCall’s mission, all missionary roles are purposed toward the sharing of the Gospel, the discipleship of believers, and the demonstration of the love of Christ through deeds of compassion. 



Role Purpose: 

The missionary will work as an English teacher collaborating with the local churches to create relationships with Japanese nationals and expose students and their families to the Gospel. 

 

Background: 

The Tokyo church is seeking an English teacher to teach English classes at the Tokyo church and to continue the English classes at Shioda and expanding the activities/classes as appropriate. Currently ~35 students are enrolled in classes ranging from kindergarten small groups to adult private lessons. Classes are taught at the Tokyo church Monday through Friday mostly in the afternoon, with additional opportunities for ministry involvement at the Shioda church. 

 

Role Specific Responsibilities: 

  • Teach English and Bible classes to elementary school students and adults. 
  • Work with the local churches to continue building relationships with students and their families. 
  • Join the churches’ outreach efforts including Christmas, Easter programs and VBS. 
  • Create additional opportunities to teach classes to adults and young children. 
  • Continue to develop curriculum to teach English listening, speaking, reading, and writing. 
  • Assisting with hosting guests visiting Japan 
  • Active participation in church events and church upkeep. 

 

 

Qualification and Skills Required: 

  • Committed to following Christ. 
  • Heart for reaching the lost and sharing the Truth of God’s Word with the Japanese people. 
  • Excellent English language proficiency. 
  • Bachelor’s degree and teaching experience are preferred. 
  • Demonstrated maturity and readiness to serve cross-culturally in close collaboration with a local church. 
  • Creativity in planning and implementing lessons. 
  • Ability to teach English in an engaging manner. 
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
  • Cultural awareness/sensitivity. 
  • Ability to work as a team, collaborate and engage with others. 
  • Interest and desire to learn basic Japanese. 

 

Targeted Role Transition Date: 

Term starting date  June 1st, 2026 
Term end date     August 1, 2028 

 

Reporting Relationship: 

Japan Outreach Board 



For additional details regarding this position, contact: Amber Miller, HarvestCall’s Missionary Care Director 765.250.4295 x 108 or amiller@harvestcall.org