Be Part of Shaping the Future

Thoughtful educators don't just teach, they shape experiences, challenge ideas, and help create the future students deserve.

At Nagoya International School, we are more than a school delivering a curriculum. We are a learning community committed to continuous growth, meaningful relationships, and the creation of exceptional experiences for students every day.

For more than 60 years, NIS has brought together passionate educators from around the world who believe learning should inspire curiosity, build understanding, and help students thrive in an ever-changing world.

If you are an educator who enjoys asking questions, collaborating with others, and contributing to something bigger than yourself, we invite you to explore a career at NIS.

Explore the Opportunities at NIS

If you're ready for your next chapter and want to join a collaborative community of educators from around the world, browse our current vacancies.

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Why Educators Choose NIS

NIS is a school that values curiosity, innovation, and thoughtful improvement. We are committed to continually refining our practice and creating the learning experiences our students deserve. Faculty members are encouraged to contribute ideas, take initiative, and play an active role in shaping the future of the school.

Collaborative Community

Relationships matter at NIS. Teachers collaborate across divisions and departments, support one another professionally, and contribute to a culture where everyone feels valued and included.

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Professional Growth

Reflective practice, collaboration, and professional growth are central to our culture. Faculty are encouraged to challenge themselves, pursue new ideas, and continue growing in their careers.

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Exceptional Students

Our students are often described by faculty as one of the most rewarding parts of working at NIS. They are thoughtful, caring, curious, enthusiastic and engaged learners.

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Nagoya's Lifestyle

Nagoya offers a unique blend of urban convenience, rich culture, and easy access to nature, creating a lifestyle that balances everyday comfort with opportunities for adventure.

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Teaching & Leading Excellence at NIS

We believe exceptional teaching is the most powerful force in a student’s education.

That is why we have developed a clear and research-informed framework that defines what high-quality teaching looks like in our classrooms every day. Our Teaching Standards are more than an evaluation tool. They provide a shared language and a shared commitment that guide how we design learning, support students, collaborate as professionals, and continue growing in our practice. For educators joining NIS, these standards provide both clear expectations and meaningful opportunities for growth.

The framework is organized around five domains that bring our learning principles to life:

Learning occurs best when all community members feel safe, valued, and respected.
Effective learning is active, real-world, and inquiry-based; "OWNED" by the students.
Assessment is an essential teaching strategy for improving learning.
All NIS students deserve to be challenged, supported, and successful.
Teaching is an honorable profession, and this should be reflected in our work.

If these principles reflect how you already teach, or how you aspire to grow as an educator, NIS may be the place for your next chapter.

Teaching with Purpose

Explore the principles and practices that shape our classrooms and support meaningful learning experiences for every student.

COMING SOON

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Hear From Our Faculty

The best way to understand life at NIS is through the people who experience it every day. Hear directly from our teachers as they share what inspires them, what they value most about our community, and what makes NIS a meaningful place to grow professionally.

Winnie

Elementary Gr. 5 Teacher

Alexander

Secondary Design Teacher

Colleen

ELC Coordinator

Nate

Secondary Individuals & Societies Teacher

Maria

Secondary Well-Being Teacher

Mihoko

Primary Principal

A Community of Diverse & Experienced Educators

Our faculty brings together global perspectives, deep experience, and a shared commitment to student learning and growth.

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We Invest in Your Professional Growth

Exceptional learning begins with exceptional educators. At NIS, professional learning is viewed as an ongoing journey. We believe educators grow best in environments where they are encouraged to reflect, collaborate, explore new ideas, and continue refining their practice.

As a learning community, we value professional curiosity and create opportunities for faculty to strengthen their expertise, develop leadership capacity, and contribute to school-wide growth initiatives.

Regional Weekend Workshops, Job-a-likes

Staff are encouraged to participate in a number of local and regional off-site training, online training, and on-site workshops or job-a-likes to support professional learning goals.

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Whole-School Collaboration and PD

In-School Professional Development offers an opportunity to collaborate and learn together. Wednesday afternoons are set aside for collaboration towards identified goals and five full days a year are for focused work on curriculum and best-practices.

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Staff Skill Share

As a learning community we know that the finest resource we have in developing our collective capacity to deliver on the mission for our students is our colleagues!

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Ready for Your Next Chapter?

If you are passionate about learning, excited by collaboration, and eager to contribute to a school committed to growth and purpose, we invite you to explore opportunities at NIS.

Join a community where your work matters and where you can help create meaningful learning experiences every day.

Explore Current Vacancies