Funder: Japan Foundation of Los Angeles
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Lead Teacher Part 1 application deadline (projected) | December 2026: Administrative approval form submission deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Full compensation for Assistant Teacher (salary, relocation, housing, transportation, health insurance) plus $1,000 grant for host site teaching materials; two-year program.
Summary: Supports U.S. K-12 schools in enhancing Japanese language education by placing native Japanese assistant teachers for two years, fostering team teaching and cultural exchange.
Key Information: No cost to host schools; schools must appoint a Lead Teacher and provide initial host family support for the Assistant Teacher.