Seoul Academy Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Company Name: SEOUL ACADEMY

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Job Details

Visa Type
F4 VISAF VISAKorean
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree
Career Level
Experienced
English
Native
Languages
English: Native
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Education > International school
Student Type
Middle
Job Start Time
Afternoon,Morning

Monday - Friday 7:30am - 16:30pm

Start Date
Open Until Filled

Job Description

About Seoul Academy
Seoul Academy is a vibrant, accredited K-12 international school located in the heart of Seoul's Daechi neighborhood. We are committed to providing a rigorous, U.S.-based curriculum that prepares students for success in a global society. Our dedicated faculty fosters a supportive and challenging learning environment where students are encouraged to think critically, collaborate effectively, and grow into responsible global citizens. We are seeking a passionate and skilled educator to join our dedicated Middle School team.
 
Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Middle School Social Studies Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be committed to helping students understand world cultures, history, geography, civics, and contemporary global issues.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Designing and delivering engaging Social Studies lessons for grades 6–8
  • Creating a positive, inclusive, and inquiry-driven classroom environment
  • Assessing and monitoring student progress using various evaluation methods
  • Collaborating with colleagues to support curriculum development and school initiatives
  • Communicating effectively with students, parents, and staff members
  • Participating in school events, meetings, and professional development
 
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, History, Social Studies, or a related field
  • Teaching certification preferred (not required)
  • Prior teaching experience in middle school or international settings is an advantage
  • A minimum of two years of full-time teaching experience in a classroom setting.
  • Native or near-native fluency in English.
  • Must be a Korean national or hold a valid F-2, F-4, F-5, or F-6 visa.
  • A clean criminal background check.
Preferred:
  • A valid teaching certification/license (e.g., from a U.S. state).
  • A Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience teaching a U.S.-based curriculum (e.g., Common Core).
Compensation and Benefits
Seoul Academy offers a competitive compensation package and a supportive professional environment.
  • Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and credentials.
  • Enrollment in the Korean National Health Insurance and National Pension plans.
  • Severance pay provided upon completion of a one-year contract.
  • Six weeks of paid vacation in addition to all national holidays.
  • Daily lunch provided.
  • Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents to recruit@seoulacademy.org. Please include "Middle School Social Studies Application" in the subject line of your email.
  1. Cover Letter & CV/Resume: A curriculum vitae detailing your employment history and contact information for at least one professional reference.
  2. Letter of Recommendation: A professional letter of reference from a recent direct supervisor (e.g., principal, department head).
  3. Recent Photograph: A professional headshot.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in Seoul Academy.
Salary
Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and credentials.
Benefits
Enrollment in the Korean National Health Insurance and National Pension plans.

Severance pay provided upon completion of a one-year contract.

Six weeks of paid vacation in addition to all national holidays.

Daily lunch provided.
Housing
Not Provided

 

Housing

Not Provided

Location

Seoul Academy, 16 Samseong-ro 64-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea

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Contact Information

Primary Phone Number: +82-02-554-1690

Email: info@seoulacademy.org

SEOUL ACADEMY

Seoul Academy established in 2018, is a non-profit educational foundation. It is located at Samseongro 64gil 16, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Seoul Academy) and operates an unaccredited international school...

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