Welcome to Mount Pisgah!
As a teacher with over 20 years of experience and a mother of two, I am deeply honored to serve as the principal. At Mount Pisgah, we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive and immersive English education program. We understand the importance of not just academic development but also the value of instilling respect, empathy, and positive attitudes in our students, ensuring that they grow into compassionate individuals who understand the importance of kindness, cooperation, and inclusivity.
Our school serves both kindergarten and elementary students, and we take pride in integrating learning into their natural play. By balancing child-directed and teacher-guided activities, we carefully plan environments, interactions, routines, and materials that actively engage each child in meaningful learning experiences.
We strive to make learning enjoyable through events such as market days, pajama parties, and spelling bees, providing students with opportunities to build confidence.
Principal of Mount Pisgah
Mount Pisgah - Explore, Experience, Expand Potential
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CEO
Byeong-gon Lee
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Established Year
2005
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Business
Registration No.
315 - 88 - 02887
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School Type
Language Academy
(Independent)
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Operations
Private
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Student Type
Kindergarten,
Elementary
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No. of Teachers
Total: 12
(Native: 5)
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Medium
of Instruction
English
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Religious
Affiliation
None
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Our Curriculum
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Our curriculum integrates play-based learning, following the Nuri Curriculum—a national framework for children that emphasizes play-based education to foster physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development. We plan environments, interactions, routines, and materials that engage children, promoting critical thinking, creativity, and curiosity.
- English Language Development: Create immersive spaces that support language development.
- Language and Literacy: Personalize learning to boost language skills and literacy.
- Integrated Learning: Encourage exploration and confidence through engaging, integrated activities.
Academic Goals:
- 5Y (Early Learning): Learn phonics, acquire basic vocabulary and expressions
- 6Y (Speech Emergence): Learn to read, write, and understand simple sentences.
- 7Y (Fluency): Express ideas clearly in both speech and writing, while applying critical thinking skils.
After-school Program (English):
- English Origami, Reading Skills, Write & Present, Homework Review (7Y), etc.
Monthly Events:
- Market Day, Gardening Event, Halloween, Christmas, etc.
Textbooks & Resources:
- We integrate American textbooks into our curriculum.
- We also use RAZ-Kids and Scholastic's Literacy Pro, both of which offer interactive eBooks and quizzes to support personalized reading development.
| Teaching Structure |
Native teachers lead English classes with the support of a bilingual Korean teacher. 1 Korean teacher will help manage 2 classes. An additional Korean care teacher will monitor the students for our 5-year old class.
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| Lesson Planning |
Teachers follow a set curriculum and prepare teaching material and class events according to the curriculum and resources provided by the school. |
Kindergarten Sample Schedule
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Mon. |
Tue. |
Wed. |
Thur. |
Fri. |
| 9:30-10:00 |
Circle Time |
| 10:00-10:10 |
Snack Time |
| 10:30-11:30 |
Multi-Learning |
Journeys |
Journeys |
Multi-Learning |
Journerys |
| 11:30-12:10 |
Phonics |
Project |
Music |
Phonics |
Phonics |
| 12:10-1:10 |
Lunch (eat with students) |
| 1:10-1:50 |
Art |
Outdoor |
Project |
Science |
Math |
| 1:50-2:30 |
Gym |
Theme & Reading |
Library |
Fun & Fun |
Theme & Reading |
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Our curriculum is student-centered, utilizing American textbooks across our programs: Grammar & Language, Reading & Vocabulary, Debate & Speaking, Novel (Reading), Library (Reading), and Homework
Academic Goals:
- G1-2: Express ideas using a broad vocabulary and varied sentence structures, while strengthening logical reasoning and mastering advanced expressions in diverse linguistic and cultural settings.
- G3-6: Enhance critical thinking and English fluency through immersive, age-appropriate lessons that seamlessly integrate listening, speaking, reading, and writing, fostering balanced language skills and building confidence.
Monthly Events:
- Market Day, Gardening Event, Halloween, Christmas, etc.
Textbooks & Resources:
- We integrate American textbooks into our curriculum.
- We also use RAZ-Kids and Scholastic's Literacy Pro, both of which offer interactive eBooks and quizzes to support personalized reading development.
| Teaching Structure |
Native teachers lead English classes with the support of a bilingual Korean teacher. 1 Korean teacher will help manage 2 classes. |
| Lesson Planning |
Teachers follow a set curriculum and prepare teaching material and class events according to the curriculum and resources provided by the school. |
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Our Facilities
Our school is housed in its own building, surrounded by a beautiful natural environment that enhances the learning experience. The classrooms are equipped with smart boards, providing an interactive and engaging learning environment for students. We also have a farm and forest trail where students can participate in hands-on activities like gardening and nature exploration. Our secondary building (Annex) is primarily used for graduations and camps.
Employment
Work Environment & Teacher Expectations
At Mount Pisgah, we believe in providing a dynamic, immersive English-learning experience that not only fosters language proficiency but also develops critical thinking and academic confidence. Our teachers play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment where students are actively engaged and encouraged to explore. With our large facility, teachers have the freedom to design lessons that integrate both indoor and outdoor learning opportunities. We prioritize a supportive, collaborative atmosphere where teachers work together to cultivate an environment that allows students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
New teachers undergo comprehensive training to align with Mount Pisgah’s immersive teaching methodology and educational standards.
Reasons to Work at Mount Pisgah
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Flexible Curriculum with Freedom to Innovate: Teachers are encouraged to adapt lessons creatively, tailoring them to students' interests and life experiences. This approach enhances the learning experience, making it more engaging while ensuring the development of language proficiency and critical thinking skills.
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Immersive English Environment: Our classrooms and outdoor spaces are designed to immerse students in the English language where teachers empower students.
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Small Class Sizes for Personalized Instruction: With a maximum of 12 students per class, Mount Pisgah ensures that teachers can provide individualized attention.
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Continuous Professional Development: We provide ongoing training, workshops, and collaborative opportunities to ensure our educators stay ahead of the latest teaching methods.
Hiring Period & Procedure
We’re looking to grow our team! Before applying, please review the visa application process and estimated processing times in Korea.
- After candidates submit their applications, we review their qualifications and selected candidates move onto the interview stage. During the English interview, candidates are asked about their prior teaching experience and background. Successful candidates will be contacted by us.
