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Save the date and survey of PL needs – NSW Japanese Teachers' Conference 2018

27/3/2018

The Japanese conference, Our practice, our passion, will be held on Friday 17 August 2018 at the Novotel Sydney Central, 169-179 Thomas Street, Sydney.

The conference is for Japanese teachers K-12 from all education sectors, including preservice teachers. It is a valuable opportunity for teachers to unite, network and share teaching practices and innovative ideas.

In order to ensure the conference meets your professional learning needs, we'd like your feedback. Please complete the survey at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/2018JapaneseConference by Friday 13 April.

The survey also includes a section to register your interest if you would like to share your expertise in a workshop and/or TeachMeet session.

Please find a "Save-the-date" flyer attached for you to print as a reminder. Stay informed on Languages NSW http://www.languagesnsw.com/ for more details about registering for the conference in Term 2.

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Seeking Japanese/French teacher for 4 days/week – Camden Haven High School

26/3/2018

Camden Haven High School is seeking a Japanese/French teacher to work 4 days/week, from Term 2 until the end of 2018.

The applicant will be required to teach distance education students, however, experience in this mode of delivery is not required.

For further information, please contact the Head Teacher, Languages Michelle Marotte on (02) 6556 8232.

Reminder – urgent call for papers for 2018 National Symposium on Japanese Language Education

26/3/2018

The deadline for submission to present is Sunday 8 April.

The 2018 biennial National Symposium on Japanese Language Education, will be held at University of Technology Sydney (UTS) on Friday 2 November and Saturday 3 November in Sydney.

The Japan Foundation, Sydney, is seeking presenters who have research, a study or a program to share at the symposium. Educators from all levels of education, primary, secondary and tertiary are encouraged to apply.

Submissions can be in English or Japanese.

For further information see attached flyer or email the program coordinator Maki Russell-Smith at the Japan Foundation or phone 8239 0055

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Urgently seeking practicum placements

19/3/2018

Macquarie University have a number of students who are urgently seeking practicum placements in Japanese.

Placements are available in a combination of substantial blocks and weekly visits and are ideally one hour travel from the home. Details of the students are listed below:
- 4th year female student based in Merrylands needs 60 days practicum placement (in a secondary school that is preferably near the Western train line)
- 4th year female student based in Campbelltown needs 60 days practicum placement in a secondary school.

If you are interested, please contact:
Kerry Klujin, Practicum Office
E: kerry.klujin@mq.edu.au P: (02) 9850 8718
Alternatively, please contact Robyn Moloney.

Nihongo Tanken Centre now on Twitter!

19/3/2018

The Nihongo Tanken Centre has joined Twitter: @tankencentre

They're currently offering an opportunity for Stage 6 students in rural and remote areas.

The Japan Foundation – Teacher information pack 2018

14/3/2018

Please find attached a flyer from The Japan Foundation, Sydney, outlining the 2018 support available to teachers of Japanese. Support includes grants to schools, online resources, professional learning and contests for students.

For further information please contact The Japan Foundation directly at coordinators@jpf.org.au or 02 8239 0055.

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Free TeachMeet opportunity for teachers of Japanese K-6

12/3/2018

Balgowlah Heights Public School is hosting a TeachMeet for teachers of primary Japanese. TeachMeets are organised by teachers, for teachers, and these collaborative opportunities influence future professional development opportunities. Details of the TeachMeet are as follows:

Date: Saturday 7 April
Time: 9.30 am-1.00 pm
Venue: Balgowlah Heights Public School Library – 9b Lewis St, Balgowlah Heights NSW
Cost: Free
Key focus: Primary advocacy and support

For further information and to register your attendance please contact Sue Palmer at susan.palmer3@det.nsw.edu.au or alternatively alandsue@optusnet.com.au.

Seeking a Japanese Continuers tutor – Greystanes area

12/3/2018

A Japanese Continuers student in the Greystanes area is seeking a tutor.

If you are interested please contact Rosaria (mother) directly on 0425754066.

Available for Japanese tutoring – City/Northern Beaches

5/3/2018

A qualified high school Japanese teacher, with experience living and working in Japan, is available for tutoring students in Year 7 through to Year 12, in the city and northern beaches area.
For further information please contact the tutor directly: huttonla3@gmail.com