My name is Derek O’Grady, and I am the executive director for Embark Recruiting. Embark Recruiting started in 2003 as a Native English Teacher recruitment agency. We provide information about teaching and working in Korea. I have a lot of experience being on both sides of the recruiting process and understand how difficult it can be. My, and Embark Recruiting’s, goal is to make the process as smooth and painless as possible.
Please check out HERE for more information about our relationship with teachers.
Join the POLY Team: Inspire High-Achieving Students!
Why POLY?
Are you a dedicated teacher passionate about English education? At POLY, we’ve been transforming language learning since 1999 for 'returnee students' and 'English gifted students' in Korea. We’re looking for educators who are passionate about teaching and ready to make a meaningful impact.
With over 25,000 students and a curriculum based on North American standards (CCSS) and CEFR, you’ll help students develop skills on par with native speakers.
Teacher Support and Benefits
Candidate Qualifications
List of Jobs
Location |
Mapo-gu, Seoul |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.71 million KRW monthly (negotiable depending on experience and qualification) |
Working Hours |
Mon./Wed./Fri., 9:20 A.M. - 7:10 P.M., Tues/Thurs 9:20 A.M. - 6:20 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.7 - 2.9 million KRW monthly |
Working Hours |
Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Start Date |
Jun 30, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.4 million KRW monthly and up (Negotiable) |
Working Hours |
Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Start Date |
Aug 1, 2025 |
Student type |
Elementary & Middle |
Salary |
From 2.3 ~ 2.6 million KRW (negotiable upon experience) |
Working Hours |
Monday - Friday, 2:10 P.M. - 10:10 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Seo-gu, Daejeon |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Elementary & Middle |
Salary |
2.4 - 2.7 Million KRW won (Negotiable with Experience) |
Working Hours |
Monday - Friday 2:30 P.M. - 10:30 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Yuseong-gu, Daejeon |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.6 Million KRW and up (Negotiable) |
Working Hours |
Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 A.M. - 7:15 P.M. / Tue/Thur 9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Sejong-si |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.6 million KRW monthly and up |
Working Hours |
Mon., Wed., & Fri., 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M., Tue., & Thurs., 9:00 A.M. - 6:40 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing provided or housing allowance, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Start Date |
Sep 1, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.8 million KRW monthly and up |
Working Hours |
Monday – Friday, 9:20 A.M. – 6:45 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.7 million KRW monthly and up |
Working Hours |
Mon/Wed/Fri 10:00 A.M. - 6:35 P.M. Tu/Th 10:00 A.M. - 7:20 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.4 million KRW monthly and up |
Working Hours |
M/W/F 9:30 A.M. - 6:30 P.M., Tu/Th 9:30 A.M. - 6:45 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Start Date |
Aug 25, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.6 ~ 2.9M KRW per month |
Working Hours |
Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M. ~ 6:40 P.M. (Daily breaks & prep time included) |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing or Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Gangdong-gu, Seoul |
Start Date |
Aug 18, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.6 million KRW and up (Negotiable) |
Working Hours |
Mon., Wed., & Fri., 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M., Tue., & Thu., 9:00 A.M. - 6:45 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing provided or housing allowance, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do |
Start Date |
Jun 24, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.5 million KRW monthly and up (Negotiable) |
Working Hours |
Monday - Friday, 9:00 A.M. - 6:40 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Vacation plus Korean National Holidays, Housing provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do |
Start Date |
Jul 1, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.4 million KRW monthly and up |
Working Hours |
Monday – Friday, 9:00 A.M – 6:00 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing provided or housing allowance, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Start Date |
Aug 25, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
From 2.7 ~ 3.0 million KRW |
Working Hours |
MWF, 9:25 A.M. - 6:00 / TuTh, 9:25 A.M. - 7:30 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing or Housing allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Seongbuk-gu, Seoul |
Start Date |
Sep 1, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
3,100,000 KRW monthly and upwards (Based on years of experience and qualifications) |
Working Hours |
Monday and Friday 9:00 A.M. - 6:40 P.M. / Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 A.M. - 7:25 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing provided or housing allowance, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Songpa-gu, Seoul |
Start Date |
ASAP |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.6 Million KRW and up (negotiable upon experience and qualification) |
Working Hours |
M/W/F 9:30 A.M. - 6:20 P.M., Tu/Th 9:45 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Gangseo-gu, Busan |
Start Date |
Nov 1, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.5 Million KRW and up (negotiable upon experience and qualification) |
Working Hours |
Mon - Fri 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing or Housing Allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
Location |
Yeonsu-gu, Incheon |
Start Date |
Jul 1, 2025 |
Student type |
Kindergarten & Elementary |
Salary |
2.7 Million KRW and up (negotiable depending upon experience) |
Working Hours |
Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M., / Tue. & Thur., 9:00 A.M. - 6:40 P.M. |
Benefits |
4 Major Insurances, Severance Pay, Paid Leaves plus all Korean National Holidays, Housing or Housing Allowance provided, One-way airfare reimbursement |
How to Apply
How to Apply – Choose one option
1. Apply Now (Our Online Resume Application)
2. Email your resume and professional photo to [email protected]
For all applications, please send us your KakaoTalk, Whatsapp, or phone number and Skype ID for quick communication.
Derek O’Grady
Phone: +82 10-8245-6793
Email: [email protected]
Company: Embark Recruiting
Address: Seoul, Seocho-gu, Samimdang-ro 31, Suite 402
Business registration number: 227-86-02835
To apply, email [email protected]