Enhance your skills and advance your career
This grant supports the professional growth of individual Japanese language teachers, with a focus on enhancing their skills and advancing their career pathways.
It aims to foster continuous development and promote excellence in Japanese language education across Australia.
Key details
Application deadline
5pm on Friday 28 February 2025
Eligibility
- Applicants must be current full-time or part-time Japanese language teachers at primary or secondary schools in Australia. While teachers from other states are encouraged to apply, priority will be given to those teaching in NSW, ACT and WA.
Grant amount
Up to $5000
Focus areas
- Improving individual Japanese language proficiency.
- Enhancing teaching skills and personal career development.
Eligible activities
Examples of eligible activities include:
- travel to Japan for language training or immersion programs
- enrolment in online one-on-one Japanese language classes
- participation in workshops or specialised courses to improve teaching techniques.
Conditions
Successful applicants must:
- conduct and complete the intended activity or activities as per the approved application
- utilise the full grant within the grant year
- provide evidence of relevant expenses for the specified activity or activities
- submit a final report by 30 January of the year following the grant
- notify the MJS Centre immediately if circumstances change or if the grant can no longer be utilised.
Application requirements
Applicants must provide:
- Project description – detail the planned activities and objectives of the project, clearly outlining how they align with the applicant’s goals for professional development.
- Expected outcomes – specify the tangible results or achievements the project aims to deliver, focusing on how it will enhance the applicant’s language proficiency and/or contribute to their career development as a Japanese language teacher. Include a measurable evaluation plan to assess the project’s success, using clear metrics such as improvement in language proficiency (eg test scores or certification), or completion of training sessions or workshops.
- Impact statement – describe how the project will positively influence the applicant’s students and school, such as improving teaching practices, fostering student engagement, or enriching the school’s Japanese language program.
- Budget and justification – provide a detailed breakdown of costs, explaining the necessity and relevance of each expense to the project’s objectives.
- Timeline – include a timeline for project implementation and completion. Note that the project must be completed by the end of the grant year.
Assessment criteria:
- alignment with grant objectives
- potential for positive impact on Japanese language education
- feasibility and clarity of the project plan
- appropriate and justified budget.