Perspectives on Working Conditions in Japanese Commercial Language Schools: The Views of Foreign Eikaiwa Teachers

Xavier Aquino Velasco*
Interac Kansai & South Central, Shiga, Japan.
Periodicity:May - August'2023
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jhss.3.2.19432

Abstract

This study aims to examine the perspectives of foreign Eikaiwa teachers on working conditions in Japanese commercial language schools. Eikaiwa schools are prevalent in Japan, offering English language instruction to Japanese learners. By exploring their perspectives, this study contributes to a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by foreign teachers in the Japanese Eikaiwa industry, specifically examining the relationship between working conditions and employee satisfaction and retention. A qualitative data analysis approach was employed, allowing for an in-depth analysis to accomplish the purpose of this study with open-ended responses from semi-structured interviews with the participants. Convenience sampling was utilized to obtain basic data and trends related to this study without the complications of using a randomized sample. Four presently working and six former Eikaiwa teachers participated in this study. The data revealed that foreign Eikaiwa teachers' personal experiences working in various Eikaiwas heavily influenced their perspectives on the working conditions in Japanese commercial language schools in a negative way. These experiences included poor working hours and vacation policies, overwhelming responsibilities, ineffective management, and a lack of opportunities for professional growth.

Keywords

Eikaiwa, Working Condition, Japanese, Commercial Language Schools, Foreign Eikaiwa Teachers, Job Satisfaction, Employee Retention, Demotivation.

How to Cite this Article?

Velasco, X. A. (2023). Perspectives on Working Conditions in Japanese Commercial Language Schools: The Views of Foreign Eikaiwa Teachers. i-manager’s Journal on Humanities & Social Sciences, 3(2), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.26634/jhss.3.2.19432
If you have access to this article please login to view the article or kindly login to purchase the article

Purchase Instant Access

Single Article

North Americas,UK,
Middle East,Europe
India Rest of world
USD EUR INR USD-ROW
Pdf 35 35 200 20
Online 35 35 200 15
Pdf & Online 35 35 400 25

Options for accessing this content:
  • If you would like institutional access to this content, please recommend the title to your librarian.
    Library Recommendation Form
  • If you already have i-manager's user account: Login above and proceed to purchase the article.
  • New Users: Please register, then proceed to purchase the article.