J-Shine Certification at IH

J-SHINE® – Japan Shogakko (Elementary School) English Instructors, is the official Japanese body responsible for conferring certification to individuals aspiring to work as English teachers in Japanese elementary schools. Following the mandatory introduction of English education in Japanese public elementary schools in 2011, the demand for proficient educators has surged significantly. This program equips graduates with the qualifications to instruct children in both private and public educational settings.

Please note: J-SHINE® is a registered trademark of the Elementary School English Teacher Certification Council, a designated non-profit organization.

Who is J-Shine For?​

J-Shine Career Advancement

  • Language of Instruction: The course is conducted in both Japanese and English.

  • Eligibility: Open to individuals with native or near-native Japanese language skills and a sufficient level of English proficiency for teaching young learners.

  • Audience: While primarily designed for new teachers, existing educators can also benefit from the course.

  • Benefits for Existing Teachers: Existing teachers can gain a deep understanding of the Japanese national curriculum and reflect on their current teaching practices.

  • Teaching Enhancement: Participants will acquire English language activities that enhance the classroom environment and make English learning enjoyable for children.

Learning Outcomes

J-SHINE Course:

  • Certification: Achieve J-SHINE® certification for teaching English in Japanese elementary schools.
  • Pedagogical Skills: Develop effective teaching methods for young learners.
  • National Curriculum: Gain in-depth knowledge of the Japanese curriculum.
  • Reflective Teaching: Reflect on and improve current teaching practices.
  • Engaging Activities: Create engaging English learning environments.
  • Bilingual Instruction: Instruct effectively in both Japanese and English.
  • Practical Experience: Gain hands-on experience through a practicum.

J-SHINE® is the Japanese organization certifying English teachers for elementary schools. With the mandate for English education in Japanese public elementary schools since 2011, the demand for skilled educators has surged. Graduates of this program can teach in both private and public schools. Please note: J-SHINE® is a registered trademark of the Elementary School English Teacher Certification Council, a non-profit organization.

Learn to teach in beautiful Vancouver with International House, a leader in the development of practical teacher training courses for English teachers.

In fact, International House was the first organization to create a training course specifically for English as a Foreign Language teachers. The first International House Certificate in 1962 formed the basis for the current Cambridge ESOL CELTA qualification. For this reason the IH name is widely respected in the field of language teaching and those who have trained with IH are widely sought after by employers.

Our trainers

Our courses are run by passionate and dedicated teacher training teams who possess a wealth of international experience in both teaching and training.  With our trainers you are guaranteed instructions by highly qualified, experienced and professional trainers, with international accreditation and qualifications.

Entry-Level Teaching: Open doors to language schools, tutoring, and online platforms.

Teaching Abroad: Essential for international teaching positions.

Language Schools: In-demand for teaching diverse learners.

Business English: Specialize in corporate language training.

Academic Advancement: Pursue higher qualifications like DELTA.

Online Teaching: Ideal for flexible online platforms.

Higher Salaries: Often translates to better pay and conditions.

Teacher Training: Transition to training future educators.

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Program Details

Program Schedule

Monday to Friday – 8:50 am to 3:20 pm

PTIRU Approved Program
The J-SHINE program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education & Future Skills.

Duration

6 weeks in duration, Full-time

150-hour academic study program, supplemented by a 50-hour practicum. This included:

  • Four weeks of intensive academic study
  • Two weeks of hands-on practicum at a daycare facility in Metro Vancouver.

Admission Requirements

  • Must be a native Japanese speaker or reach JLPT N2

  • 19 years of age and above

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Successful completion of interview with a qualified J-SHINE instructor, either online or in person

  • Complete Pathway English at IH Vancouver OR reach an IELTS 5.5 or EIKEN Grade Pre-1 or Duolingo English Test with an overall score of 95

* Please refer to this table for a detailed overview of all accepted tests and scores.

Fees

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Start Dates

Program Dates 2025

  • February 3
  • March 3
  • July 14
  • August 11
  • October 6

* Class start and end dates may vary as schedules will be modified to accommodate for Canadian holidays.

For More Information

If you have any questions or require further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out via email at [email protected]. We’ll be happy to assist you!

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*The J-SHINE program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.