Translation guide
In Japanese, the term for 'class teacher' depends on the school level and context. The most common and recommended term is 担任 (tannin), which refers to the teacher in charge of a class. Other terms like クラス担任 (kurasu tannin) and 学級担任 (gakkyū tannin) are also used but are more formal or specific.
The teacher responsible for a particular class, often handling homeroom, guidance, and communication with parents.
The standard and most common term for a class teacher or homeroom teacher. It can be used for any school level and is widely understood.
私の担任は田中先生です。
My class teacher is Mr. Tanaka.
担任の先生に相談してください。
Please consult your class teacher.
Literally 'class teacher in charge'. More explicit than 担任, often used in formal contexts or when distinguishing from subject teachers.
クラス担任が保護者会で話をしました。
The class teacher spoke at the parents' meeting.
A more formal term, often used in educational administration or official documents. Rare in everyday conversation.
学級担任の役割は多岐にわたります。
The role of the class teacher is multifaceted.