Teacher Job Description - Early Childhood Education (Pre-K to Elementary)

About Valor Preparatory Seoul

Welcome to Valor Preparatory Seoul, our new early childhood education campus in Gangnam, Seoul. As part of the growing Valor Global network, which began with our flagship secondary boarding school in Anseong in 2018, we're excited to extend our educational vision to younger learners. Our network now includes campuses in Beaverton, Oregon, and the Philippines, with Valor Preparatory Seoul serving Pre-K through Grade 6.

Our Vision and Mission

At Valor Preparatory Seoul, we believe every great journey begins with a small act of courage. Our mission is to provide transformative Christian education that shapes young hearts and minds through academic excellence, character development, and spiritual formation. We create a nurturing environment where children can discover their unique identity and embrace their innate bravery.

Christian Foundation

All staff members are required to affirm and model our Christian statement of faith, integrating biblical principles into their teaching and daily interactions with students, families, and colleagues.

Campus Launch

Our inaugural academic year begins on September 1st, 2025. Staff orientation and campus preparation will commence on August 13th, 2025, providing three weeks of thorough preparation and professional development to ensure a strong start to our academic program.

Educational Continuity

Valor Preparatory Seoul creates a seamless educational pathway within the Valor Global network, allowing students to progress from early childhood education through secondary school while maintaining consistent values, educational philosophy, and academic standards.

Position Overview

Join Valor Preparatory Seoul as a dedicated educator to nurture young minds through our three core pillars: Discovering Identity, Achieving Mastery, and Unleashing Creativity. We seek passionate teachers who will commit to a minimum of two years to help shape the future of education in our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Elementary programs.

Our Educational Philosophy and Curriculum Framework

At Valor Preparatory Seoul, we are proud to partner with the Common Ground Collective (CGC) to implement their innovative curricular continuum. This comprehensive framework is built on three core principles we call the "3 Cs": conceptual understanding, competency, and character - developing learners who are "good with ideas, good with skills, good people."

Our approach integrates these principles through a carefully designed Learning Matrix that connects to our Portrait of a Learner - defining clear transfer goals for each student's educational journey. Through personalized Learning Modules and detailed Learning Maps, we create structured yet flexible pathways that allow each child to grow at their own pace while maintaining high academic standards. Our teaching methods focus on the whole child, using modern tools and regular assessments to help students develop both academic skills and personal strengths, such as confidence and resilience.

Important Dates

• Staff orientation and training begins: August 13th, 2025
• First day of school: September 1st, 2025

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Daily lunch break provided

Paid Time Off

10 weeks of paid vacation annually:

• 6 weeks Summer Break
• 2 weeks Winter Break
• 1 week Lunar New Year Break
• 1 week Chuseok Break

Key Responsibilities

• Implement personalized learning through student temperament understanding and coaching
• Deliver engaging STEM, literacy, and numeracy instruction using research-based methods
• Foster character development and leadership skills through positive education
• Create individualized learning plans for each child's unique growth journey
• Use technology and AI-enhanced learning tools effectively in the classroom
• Maintain regular communication with parents about student progress
• Document and track student academic and character development
• Participate in professional development to stay current with best practices
• Collaborate with colleagues on cross-disciplinary learning experiences

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field required
• Teaching certification/license appropriate for early childhood education
• Minimum 2-year commitment required
• Strong classroom management and positive discipline skills
• Experience with personalized learning approaches preferred
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Passion for innovative educational methods
• Must sign and accept our statement of faith and demonstrate commitment to modeling Christian values in teaching practice

Compensation

• Annual salary range: ₩33,600,000 - ₩42,000,000 based on experience

Benefits Package

• Korean National Health Insurance
• National Pension
• Employment Insurance
• Workers' Compensation Insurance
• Severance pay (one month's salary per 12 months of work completed)

Additional Benefits for E2 Visa Holders (Hired from Abroad)

• Housing allowance
• Flight allowance

Application Process

To apply, submit your resume, cover letter highlighting your alignment with our educational philosophy, and relevant certifications. Include examples of how you've implemented personalized learning approaches and character development in your teaching practice.

Initial interviews will include a mock lesson demonstration. Additional information will be provided to candidates selected for interviews.

To apply, email [email protected]