Education Expert Remote Japan
@ Mercor

Hybrid
$50,000
Hybrid
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Posted 22 hours ago

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Company Introduction

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Role Overview

Position: Education Professional – Contract, Remote, Japan Commitment: 20 hours per week for approximately 2 months.

Leverage your teaching and education expertise and language mastery to train AI models in the education domain.

Responsibilities

  • Translate, adapt, and synthesize complex nuances in education workflows and processes in Japan.
  • Write fluently in both Japanese and English, ensuring precise education terminology.
  • Provide cultural insights specific to the Japanese education system.
  • Collaborate with reviewers and peers to refine and validate content.

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Native-level fluency in Japanese and strong written/spoken English.
  • Advanced degree in Teaching, Pedagogy, or a related field.
  • 2–6+ years of professional experience teaching in Japan.
  • Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Experience with assessments creation is highly desired.

Preferred: Experience with rubric development and familiarity with generative AI models.

Engagement Details

Remote and asynchronous role — work on your own schedule. 20 hours per week commitment for around 2 months in a structured project environment with clear goals and tools.

Application Process

  • Submit your resume.
  • Complete an AI-led interview (15 minutes) to assess language ability and professional experience.
  • If selected, complete a follow-up AI-led interview.
  • Complete a paid work trial.
  • Receive feedback and onboarding details.

For interview process details and platform info, please visit: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome

For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

Key skills/competency

  • Education
  • Teaching
  • Translation
  • Language Proficiency
  • Cultural Insight
  • Curriculum
  • Pedagogy
  • Assessment
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
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How to Get Hired at Mercor

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Mercor's culture: Understand mission, values, and investor background.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight education and language expertise.
  • Prepare for AI interviews: Review your teaching experience.
  • Practice cultural insights: Emphasize Japanese education system knowledge.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review AI model basics and terminologies.
Familiarize with curriculum standards in Japan.
Practice translation of educational texts.
Study digital collaboration tools for remote work.

Behavioral Questions

Describe managing cultural differences at work.
Explain handling tight project deadlines remotely.
Discuss adapting lessons for diverse students.
Share ways to improve communication and feedback.

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