Recruitment Notice for a 90-Day Maternity Leave Substitute Teacher

Hello,

Daejeon Sahmyook Elementary School is currently seeking a qualified and responsible native English teacher for a 90-day full-time maternity leave replacement position.

We are a private elementary school located in Daejeon, South Korea, and an officially accredited Cambridge International School. The successful applicant will work in a supportive school environment and collaborate with both native English teachers and Korean homeroom teachers.

Please review the position details below. We welcome applications from teachers who are passionate about elementary education, student-centred learning, and international education.

1. Salary and Employment Conditions

⚫ Contract Period: September 7, 2026 (Monday) – December 5, 2026 (Saturday), 90 days

※ This is a fixed-term substitute contract, and the contract will not be automatically renewed upon completion.

※ However, depending on the school’s operational needs and the teacher’s performance evaluation, a contract for the 2027 academic year may be considered.

⚫ Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

※ Working hours include lunch and break times and may be adjusted according to the school’s operational needs.

⚫ Teaching Load: 24 class periods per week
(One class period is 40 minutes.)

⚫ Duties: Overall responsibilities of the native English teacher on maternity leave, including:

• Teaching English classes and preparing lessons in cooperation with native English teachers in the same grade level and Korean homeroom teachers
• Providing student guidance and supporting classroom management as an assistant homeroom teacher
• Preparing for and conducting open classes for parents
• Performing other related administrative duties assigned by the school

⚫ Salary: Determined according to the school’s salary scale, taking the applicant’s qualifications and experience into consideration

※ The approximate monthly gross salary is KRW 2,800,000–3,000,000.

※ The above amount includes a monthly housing allowance of KRW 400,000.

※ The actual amount paid during the contract period will be calculated in accordance with the school’s salary and payroll policies.

⚫ Additional allowances, including overtime pay and Cambridge International Education programme allowances, may be provided in accordance with school policy.

⚫ Visa Status: Applicants must hold a valid visa permitting legal employment in Korea, such as an E-2, F-2, or F-6 visa.

※ Applicants holding an F-series visa must also meet nationality and qualification requirements equivalent to those required for an E-2 visa.

2. Employee Benefits

⚫ Enrollment in Korea’s four major social insurance programmes, subject to nationality and eligibility requirements

⚫ Statutory leave provided in accordance with the Labor Standards Act of the Republic of Korea

⚫ Sick Leave:

• Two days of paid sick leave during the contract period, subject to the submission of supporting documentation from a medical institution
• Two days of unpaid sick leave during the contract period

⚫ Employee benefits through the school’s partnership with Konyang University Hospital

• Discounts on health examinations
• Discounts on funeral hall services

3. Qualifications

⚫ Applicants must be citizens of one of the countries eligible for an E-2 visa: the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, or South Africa.

⚫ Applicants must hold a TESOL, TEFL, or CELTA certificate.

⚫ Preferred Qualifications:

• A valid teaching licence or certificate issued in the applicant’s home country
• English teaching experience at a private elementary school in Korea
• A strong understanding of and commitment to student-centred learning and international education

⚫ Applicants must be diligent, responsible, and professional.

4. Required Documents

⚫ English résumé and cover letter
※ A recent photograph is recommended but optional.

⚫ Copies of passport and current visa

⚫ Copy of university degree and apostilled degree certificate
(Only required for applicants applying for an E-2 visa for the first time.)

⚫ Apostilled criminal background check
(Only required for applicants applying for an E-2 visa for the first time.)

⚫ Letter of recommendation
(Optional)

5. Recruitment Process

1. Initial document screening
   Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted individually.
2. Online interview and teaching demonstration

6. Application and Enquiries

⚫ Submit applications by email to: mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]

Email subject line:

[Application] Applicant’s Name – Native English Teacher

⚫ For enquiries, please contact the school individually by email at mailto:[email protected]">[email protected].

To apply, email [email protected]