Dedicated to everything about the official Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme, Japan, and more. Learn How to Become an Assistant Language Teacher and Teach English in Japan.
ALT USER GUIDE is my 65+ page ebook that will save you time and give you the resources needed to write your SOP, prepare for your interview, and more. It has everything all in one place and can be downloaded anytime after purchase with revisions.
SOP WRITING GUIDE is my 25+ page ebook that covers writing the JET Statement of Purpose. This guide offers activities, examples, and guidance on outlining and writing out the perfect SOP with everything needed in one book. No more crawling the internet!

NEW POST for the 2025 JET Application Cycle!

• Breaking your JET contract and why it’s worth and not worth doing it. You may be surprised at the consequences.
• JET Programme Salary After Taxes answers all the burning questions that you want to know about pay! A hot topic is what your salary looks like from month to month. My blog shows you exactly what I earned and the cost of living. I even provide a copy of my monthly salary and transactions – in and out of my bank account. Financial information is rarely talked about when it comes to living in Japan as an ALT.
• ALT Interview Preparation and Coaching Service is now live! For a limited time only, I will offer 1-on-1 interview prep. This service also includes a How to Guide and feedback via a virtual interview.

Congratulations to everyone who applied to the JET Program 2024 application! If you missed the deadline (for your consulate) or couldn’t apply, better luck next year. The application takes a lot of dedication and energy to submit. It’s understandable if you missed out or your feel application wasn’t the best… Luckily, other companies, such as ALTIA CENTRAL are accepting overseas applicants for Spring 2024. Even if you missed the JET deadline, there are always other opportunities for teaching in Japan!

• Statement of Purpose opening – how to write a great intro for your JET SOP!
• Online Application Guide – help and tips for completing the JET Program Application online!
• Credit cards – how to get a Japanese CC!
• JET Program Salary after Taxes – updated with lots of new details!
• ALTIA CENTRAL – an alternative ALT pathway.
• Tales from Rejected Applicants – how to make your interview stand out!

I, your sempai, look forward to helping all aspiring 2025 JET Programme ALTs and CIRs. I can’t wait to help those interested in making a difference overseas in Japan!

Making content isn’t easy and takes a lot of time. Every week, I want to contribute something new to the community that encourages others to become teachers abroad! Many of you, my “students”, have become ALTs abroad and I am proud of you for that. Please continue encouraging others and spreading awareness of Japan, its culture, and its amazing people.

JET Program Guide is not affiliated with the Official JET Programme. We are huge supporters and love the opportunity to give back to the ALT community!