Nova - Japan English School:
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- Your diploma
- 2 copies of your resume
- A completed application form (Make sure there are no typos or white-outs)
- 2 Professional References (No. Your girl friend or boy friend won’t do)
- Yourself dressed in Proper business attire (No khakis. Wear a suit.)
- Any other related education certificates
Nova – Japan: How the Whole Process Starts
After completing their application, provided you passed their initial screening criteria, you’ll be notified by e-mail of your interview date and time. (You won’t be alone at this event, generally Nova conducts group interviews so you’ll have time to chat with others and get a feel for things.)
Group Lesson and Orientation
Usually the first few minutes are reserved for group orientation. Then you may be asked to make a extemporaneous speech for 1 or 2 minutes. This gives the interviewer the chance to get a general feel for your personality and to see how well you can think on your feet.
Later on you’ll be treated to an information session. Nova will explain their company structure, types of texts used and the different programs they offer. Also, expect some orientation on what life in Japan is like and what to expect working for them. Expect to hear some propaganda on how Nova is different from Geos and company and about their teaching methodology.
Nova – Japan: The Written Test
Usually Nova will administer some type of written test. Many times there will be essay questions on topics like:
“Why do you want to go to Japan?”
“What qualities do you have that would make you an asset to Nova etc?”
Expect to see a multiple choice test designed to see if you know the basics of English grammar. These usually aren’t too difficult. Keep in mind you’ll be using their texts which have grammar explanations in them. So if you don’t know what a dangling participle is you’ll still be ok.
In some branches, notably Australia, they might have a section where you circle the most appropriate response to a problem.
Nova – Japan: The Personal Interview
Generally, after the group orientation and written test, they’ll sit you down for your personal interview where they’ll ask you a series of questions rapidly. You’ll only be given 2-3 seconds to answer each question.There are roughly 20 questions so don’t be hung-over for this part. Types of questions will vary depending on where you interview and the interviews themselves but...
Typical Questions Asked
- What is a quality your friends see in you?
- How do you react to criticism?
- What do others like about you?
- What do other find in you to be annoying?
- When was the last time you received praise?
- What do you like about others?
Following this they will often sit with you and do a follow-up on your answers. Here is where you can do a little damage control on anything you messed up or further polish your good responses.
Survival Tips:
Make sure your business references check out. They will call.
Be on time or early.
Wear formal attire. A conservatively colored suit will do just fine.
Make sure there are no typos or white-out on your application.
Be aware that Nova will run a background check.
Some Other Things You Might Run Into
Sometimes you might be asked to explain how you would explain a complex term in plain English to a student who didn’t understand. Some branches also do roll-playing games where the interviewer will play the student and you have to ask them questions about a passage they read to ensure comprehension.
Now that you got the detailed run-down on the interview, check out are
“interview tips for ESL schools
where we have more info. on character types that Nova and company are looking for.
Not sure if Nova - Japan is right for you? Then see our knock-down drag-out salary and benefits comparison of Japan’s Top 5 English schools.
