Japanese Language Trainer

TransPerfect Inc; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 46,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect Language & Cultural Training in Paris invites applications for a Japanese language trainer to deliver an in-person program for our client in Paris. The role is onsite with a freelance contract and starts in early October 2026.

The ideal candidate is a native Japanese speaker with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and at least 3 years of teaching Japanese. You will prepare lessons, develop materials, assess levels, engage learners, and monitor progress throughout the course.

Qualifications

• Native Japanese proficiency is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching Japanese.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and deliver effective training.
• Develop complementary course materials to meet learners’ needs.
• Assess language levels.
• Create language content.
• Engage learners and maintain motivation.
• Monitor progress and evaluate performance throughout the course.

Skills

Native Japanese proficiency

Knowledge of corporate environment

Knowledge of a second language

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Minimum 3 years teaching Japanese

Job description

Company

TransPerfect Language & Cultural Training is part of the TransPerfect solutions, the world’s largest language service and technology solutions provider for global businesses with offices in more than 100 cities around the globe.

Position details

TransPerfect is currently looking for a Japanese language trainer in Paris (or nearby area), to deliver an in-person language program at our client based in Paris.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and deliver effective training
• Be prepared to develop complementary course materials to meet learners’ needs
• Assess language levels
• Create language content
• Engage learners in the learning process and keep motivation levels high
• Monitor progress and evaluate learners’ performance throughout the course

Education and Experience

• Native or native proficiency in Japanese
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years' experience teaching Japanese

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of the corporate business environment
• Knowledge of a second language

Details

• Location: Paris
• Start date: Early October 2026
• Course modality: Onsite
• Contract: Freelance