[Japan Foundation of Los Angeles](https://www.jflalc.org)

March 2027 (application deadline, projected)

Funding supports placement of Japanese assistant teachers in U.S. schools; specific award amounts not publicly specified.

Places young Japanese assistant teachers in U.S. schools to enhance Japanese language education and cultural exchange.

--- ## Description The J-LEAP (Japanese Language Education Assistant Program) Year 4 is an initiative of the Japan Foundation of Los Angeles designed to strengthen Japanese language education in the United States. The program places young assistant teachers from Japan in U.S. schools, where they collaborate with host organizations and supervising teachers. These assistant teachers contribute to classroom instruction, help develop Japanese language programs, and promote cultural understanding between Japan and the U.S. The program aims to support both the professional growth of educators and the enrichment of language education for students. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Funding covers the placement of Japanese assistant teachers in U.S. schools. - Specific award amounts or cost coverage details are not publicly specified; support typically includes salary assistance and related program costs. --- ## Eligibility - U.S. schools and educational organizations offering or planning to offer Japanese language programs are eligible to apply as host organizations. - Host organizations must be able to provide a supervising teacher for the assistant teacher. - Assistant teachers are selected and placed by the Japan Foundation of Los Angeles. - The program is intended for educational institutions at the K-12 level. --- ## Application Process - Interested schools or organizations should monitor the [program page](https://www.jflalc.org/jle-j-leap-y4) for updated application materials and instructions. - Applications generally require information about the host institution, details about the supervising teacher, and a plan for integrating the assistant teacher into the curriculum. - Selection is competitive and based on the strength of the Japanese language program and institutional commitment. --- ## Additional Information - The program fosters professional development for both assistant and supervising teachers. - It aims to increase student interest and proficiency in Japanese language and culture. - The Japan Foundation of Los Angeles provides ongoing support to participating schools and teachers. --- ## External Links - [J-LEAP Program Page](https://www.jflalc.org/jle-j-leap-y4) - [Japan Foundation of Los Angeles](https://www.jflalc.org) - [Contact Page](https://www.jflalc.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------------|------------------------------------------| | Email | jflainfo@jpf.go.jp | | Phone | 323.761.7510 | | Address | 5700 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90036 | | Program Page | [J-LEAP Year 4](https://www.jflalc.org/jle-j-leap-y4) |

J-LEAP Year 4

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