2027-2028 English Teacher in a Private Elementary, Seoul (Homeroom Position)

Are you a qualified and experienced English teacher currently living in Seoul, South Korea? Uchon Elementary School is a private elementary school located in Seongbuk-Gu, Seoul, close to metro Line 4, Hansung University Station and Sungshin Women’s University Station.

Most teachers who apply to our school are looking to gain experience as a twenty-first century teacher to English language learners. We are looking for teachers who have certifications in education, prioritize ongoing professional development, and are able to work alongside a Korean homeroom teacher.

Our program values student learning and prioritizes the role of literacy in language education. Uchon Elementary School prioritizes authentic, hands-on learning.

We are seeking experienced primary & upper elementary school homeroom teachers to join our team of professional educators.

Position(s): (All grades) Classroom English Teacher

Location: Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Term of Employment: March 1st, 2027 to February 28th, 2028 (with orientation in late February)

Salary: Base pay of 2.4 million KRW per month + 700,000 KRW housing allowance (housing allowance begins in March)

Tenure & Performance Incentives:

• Tenure Pay Bonus: Additional pay added after completion of the second year for teachers continuing into their third year and beyond.

• Annual Evaluation Incentive Bonus: An additional monthly increase ranging from 50,000 KRW to 150,000 KRW, awarded based on the previous year's performance evaluation.

Additional Earning Opportunities:

• Summer & Winter Camps: 900,000 KRW per camp session. Teachers are required to teach at least one camp per year (Summer or Winter).

Work Hours: 8:20 AM – 4:20 PM (M–F)

Teaching Hours: 24 periods per week (40 minutes per period)

Class Size: ~28 students MAX

Holidays: 7–8 weeks paid vacation

Sick Days: 5 paid sick days (reimbursed 600,000 KRW if unused)

Benefits: Medical Insurance (50/50 split), Pension (50/50 split)

Certification Bonus: Candidates able to provide an accredited teaching certification/licensure from the USA or UK specializing in elementary education (with area of specialization, license number, expiration date, and apostille) are eligible for a 200,000 KRW monthly bonus. 

Qualifications

A teacher should only apply if they meet the following qualifications:

1. Presently working and living in Korea

2. Three years or more teaching experience in Korea (elementary school experience preferred)

3. BS/BA degree (Education, English, or Linguistics preferred)

4. 120-hour TEFL/TESOL or U.S.A/UK domestic teacher’s certification

5. Paperwork scanned and ready to be submitted via email

6. Willing to teach a demo class on-site with real students

7. TBPE & TB Health Check Results

*We are highly interested in applicants with teaching credentials

How to Apply

Please submit an application form via Google Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7q2C0BrQc_xIuofsVw2Lwf7wzbS0BHUEe6SuMkQ58-GjJ_Q/viewform?usp=dialog
and email us at [email protected]

Email Subject Line: Full name, nationality, visa type, number of years in Korea, teaching experience in Korea, and Korean cell phone number.

Required Attachments:

1. Cover letter

2. Current resume

3. Recent photo

4. Alien registration card (backside with visa dates ONLY)

5. Two reference letters (preferred)

To apply, email [email protected]