Welcome to the Japan Exchange & Teaching Alumni Association of Switzerland (JETAA-CH) webpage! If you are a Swiss JET alum, a former JET from anywhere in the world currently residing in Switzerland, or a friend of JET, please register with us to get involved with our events, or to keep updated on the news.
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As the official Swiss chapter of the alumni association for the JET Program, we welcome you to join us as we continue to celebrate Japanese culture abroad and strengthen Japanese-Swiss ties!
What is the JET Program/JET Programme?
What is the JET Program/JET Programme?
Established in 1987, the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme has sent Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs), Sports Education Advisors (SEAs), and Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs) to Japan from all over the world, establishing international and intercultural relations as well as supporting English language education in the country. In general, participants in the JET Programme are known as JETs, and are usually placed in elementary, junior high, or high schools, although some also work with children in preschools or with language classes for adults. The JET Programme is one of the world's largest exchange programs, with over 75,000 people who have participated from more than 77 different countries. Sponsored by the Japanese government, the JET Programme is administered through the Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR).
How did Switzerland become involved with the JET Programme?
How did Switzerland become involved with the JET Programme?
You might wonder why there are Swiss JETs, since English is not one of Switzerland's four official native languages. The first Swiss JET was sent to Japan as a CIR to promote relations between the two countries! Since then, Switzerland also sends ALTs to Japan, particularly to Myoko City in Niigata Prefecture due to its sister-city connection with the tourist town of Zermatt in the canton Valais. You'll find Swiss JET alumni who were placed in Niseko and Nara Prefecture as well.
Not in Switzerland?
Not in Switzerland?
Are you looking for a different JETAA Chapter, closer to where you live? With over 50 chapters spanning 17 countries, find the community closest to you and get involved! You can go to https://www.jetaainternational.org/jetaa-chapters to see which JETAA chapter is best for you.
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