Welcome to LOTIS!
We believe great education should shape both minds and character. Our curriculum, grounded in the American Common Core standards, helps students not only learn in English but also through it—gaining the confidence to express themselves and tackle challenges. Every class we teach weaves in real-world skills like leadership, initiative, and flexibility to help kids grow into capable, thoughtful future leaders. We also bring the 4C’s—Critical Thinking, Creativity, Communication, and Collaboration—into everything we do, making space for students to question, explore, and connect.
Kwang-ho Ha, CEO of LOTIS
LOTIS - Where Leaders of Tomorrow Grow
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Business Registration No.
215 - 86 - 67868
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School Type
Language Academy
(Independent)
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Student Type
Kindergarten,
Elementary
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Medium
of Instruction
English
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Religious
Affiliation
None
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Our Curriculum and Programs
At LOTIS, our curriculum is built upon the American CCSS framework, emphasizing theme-based learning that integrates various subjects. This approach ensures a holistic educational experience, aligning with the Nuri Curriculum—the national standard for early childhood education in Korea.
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Our curriculum is divided into four key areas, each designed to foster different aspects of a child’s growth and learning:
- Enjoy the world (Creative & Active Learning): Music, Be Creative! Let's Move! Playroom, Events.
- Show the world (Leadership): Journal Writing, Show & Tell, Speech& Debate, Presentations.
- Meet the world (Core Skills - Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening): Phonics, Read Aloud, Reading Comprehension, Library, Independent Reading, Handwriting, Grammar & Writing, Listening Comprehension.
- Learn the world (Literature & Social Studies): Cross-Curricular Studies (CCS), Theme Based Learning (TBL), Hands-on PlayFACTO, Fun Flying Apple, Brain Teaser.
Online Reading Program
- RAZ-Kids: encourages independent reading at their own level at home
- Accelerated Reader (AR): Motivates students and enhances reading skills by encouraging reading through a certificate system.
| Teaching Structure |
Native teachers will lead all instruction, while Korean teachers manage the classroom and care for the students (1:1). For the Pre-K (4Y) classes, Korean teachers lead the lessons and activities. Special classes (P.E, Art, cooking class, Science) are conducted by subject teachers.
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| Lesson Planning |
Teachers need to prepare lessons and teaching materials aligned with the LOTIS Curriculum. |
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Our curriculum focuses on the comprehensive development of reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills. As students progress, the emphasis gradually shifts from reading to speaking and writing.
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Reading - Students use an American textbook combined with the LOTIS Practice book to develop their reading skills.
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Writing & Grammar - Writing is taught step-by-step, covering spelling, vocabulary, sentence patterns, and paragraphs.
Four areas of focus:
- Meet the world (Core Skills - Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening) - Phonics, Read Aloud, Reading Comprehension, Library, Independent Reading, Handwriting, Grammar & Writing, Listening Comprehension,
- Learn the world (Literature, Social Studies, & Science) - CCS, TBL, Contents Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), Media, Critical Thinking, Contemporary Classic Language Course.
- Show the world (Leadership) - Journal Writing, Essay Wriitng, Speech& Debate, Presentations
- Enjoy the world (Creative & Active Learning) - Brain Teaser, Mind Bender, Activities, Events.
Online Reading Program
- RAZ-Kids: encourages independent reading at their own level at home
- Accelerated Reader (AR): Motivates students and enhances reading skills by encouraging reading through a certificate system.
| Teaching Structure |
Native teachers will lead all instruction, while Korean teachers manage the classroom and care for the students (1:1). Special classes (P.E, Art, cooking class, Science) are conducted by external teachers. |
| Lesson Planning |
Teachers need to prepare lessons and teaching materials aligned with the LOTIS Curriculum. |
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Our curriculum emphasizes discussion, presentations, and debates on subjects like history, science, politics, and economics, modeled after American private high schools. Students explore current issues by watching CNN/BBC and actively participate in discussions and debates.
- Classes: Literature, Essay Writing, Novel Studies, Test Preparation, Grammar, World Affairs and Vocabulary
Da Vinci College Entrance Program (G6-9): Designed to prepare students for the CSAT and entrance into national universities.
Da Vinci Global Admission Program (G7-G9): Designed to prepare students for study abroad and international schools.
KNOX Power Reading Program
- Follows the ERDP Immersion Learning System, evaluates reading comprehension and vocabulary through regular assessments, such as Accelerated Reading (AR), Start Early Literacy, and Start Reading (SR).
- Students can choose from our large collection of physical books as well as the myON Reader e-book Library.
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Each class will have a bilingual Korean mentor teacher who will observe the students and regularly communicate with parents about their progress. |
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Teachers primarily follow lesson plans and instructional materials given by our staff but have the flexibility to add activities and supplementary materials. |
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Curriculum Levels
- Blueprint, Foundation, Cornerstone, Pillar, Roof, Installation, and Post-Construction.
Teaching Structure:
- Each class is led by both a Native Teacher and a Bilingual Teacher.
- Ratio of bilingual teachers may increase for upper levels.
Online Reading Program
- Renaissance Accelerated Reader (AR) & Star Reading (SR)
- RAZ Kids
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Grading & Reporting:
- Prepare students' progress reports and evaluations, as well as correcting and grading student work.
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Grade assignments and report student progress. |
| Weekly |
Grade and provide feedback on writing assignments. |
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Write monthly report cards. |
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Quarterly
(3M)
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Grade quarterly mock exams and provide feedback to students.
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Non-teaching Duties:
- Participate in special events (open houses, drama concerts, annual events, etc.), which may held on Saturdays (once or twice per year)
- Planning and attending orientation training, team meetings, workshops, and other events
- Participatr in special activities such as field trips etc. There may be times when extra-curricular activities such as Entrance/Graduation Ceremonies and After-school Programs are scheduled on Saturdays or on weekdays
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Our Facilities
LOTIS is housed in a contemporary 5-story building, with classrooms on the 2nd to 5th floors equipped with heated floors. Our library is stocked with thousands of books, and we also have a multimedia room equipped with iPads for testing and interactive activities. Additionally, the campus includes an auditorium, playroom, and an underground swimming pool.
Employment
Work Environment & Teacher Expectations
The work environment at LOTIS is dynamic and collaborative, with a large team of native teachers from the US and Canada. Our teachers come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wealth of experience, from teaching English in Korea and internationally to holding TEFL certifications and advanced degrees. They share a passion for education and a commitment to nurturing young learners. We prioritize making learning fun while maintaining high academic standards, and our team works together to create well-rounded educational experiences for our students.
New teachers will undergo a 5-day training period (subject to change based on the schedule). During this time, they will meet with experienced teachers, observe classes, and familiarize themselves with teaching techniques and routines. Teachers will not be required to conduct classes during the training and will receive a training wage.
Reasons to Work at LOTIS
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Collaborative Team of Native Teachers: At LOTIS, you’ll join a large, diverse team of native teachers from the US and Canada, all passionate about early childhood education. This supportive environment fosters collaboration, allowing you to work alongside like-minded professionals.
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Well-Equipped Facilities for Learning and Growth: LOTIS offers an impressive range of facilities, making it easy for teachers to implement engaging and interactive lessons.
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Focus on Student-Centered Learning: LOTIS emphasizes student-centered teaching methods, which means you’ll have the opportunity to guide students through a curriculum designed to build essential skills like reading, writing, and speaking.
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Professional Development Opportunities: Professional growth is encouraged through regular workshops, training sessions, and opportunities to advance in leadership.
Hiring Period & Procedure
We review applications year-round, with most hiring completed before March and September. Interviews are conducted in English prior to making final hiring decisions.
Leadership and Members
Rebecca
ESL Teacher
Maya
ESL Teacher
Yi-jong Kwon
Advisory Professor
