US Accredited - Korea International Scholars - Elementary ages only - less than 19 teaching hrs/week + 5 weeks of paid vacation - Very competitive salary - March 3^rd 2026 start – Gangnam Seoul - Unique and Rare opportunity Special subject Music/PE & HR positions – Operated by YBM Education Corporation.

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YBM Korea International Scholars Academy (KISA)  -  Accredited by COGNIA North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Council on Accreditation and School Improvement of the Southern Association of Colleges.

Offers a unique and enriching environment for both teachers and students. Our commitment to providing quality opportunities for gifted young learners is reflected in our motto, "Nurturing minds, forging excellence." We strive to create a safe and caring space where students can explore their interests and cultivate their academic knowledge.

Korea International Scholars Academy (KISA) is owned and operated by YBM Education South Korea’s largest education organization established since 1961.  Publisher of National Geographic magazine in Korea, official test administers of the TOEIC Exam and international schools in Korea.

Kisa Campus Facility YouTube link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BLGVoBZ6mY

Working Conditions

Full-Time Positions: elementary age homeroom positions or Special Subject Music combined with PE.

Student Levels:  Advanced/Gifted students – learning 2 grade levels above their current school grade/age.

Start Date: March 3^rd, 2026 first day of prep with full pay.

Working Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm working hours (No work outside of these hours)

Teaching load: Less than 19 actual teaching hours per week.

Locations: Gangnam Seoul - Apgujeong KISA and Seocho KISA

Salary for Homeroom Teacher Positions: 3.20 million won + 800,000 won non-housing stipend per month.  

Salary for Special Subject teacher Positions: 3.00 million & up + 800,000 won non-housing stipend per month.

Benefits

Within 12 months of employment 5-weeks of vacation plus all Korean National Holiday’s Off (No salary deduction)

There will be 4 session breaks throughout the year per our scheduled vacation dates.

May 1^st off until May 5^th 2026 off

August 8^th off until August 31^st 2026 off

Oct 3^rd off until Oct 11^th 2026 off

Dec 19^th off until Jan 3^rd 2026 off

Complies with Korean pension/insurance regulations.

Severance upon completion of a one-year contract and contract extension with mutual agreement

Applicants MUST meet the following requirements for the listed respective positions.

ㆍMust have multiple years of experience in Korea and able to come in for an in-person interview.

ㆍMust have the following to qualify for KISA Homeroom Positions: Minimum English major or sub teaching license, Certified teachers, Education majors, TESOL/TEFL majors are preferred.

ㆍSpecial Subject Music & Gym combined: Able to teach both special subjects with experience or related majors.

ㆍVisa Requirement: Currently reside in Korea with E-2, D-10, or F-series visa status.

How to Apply

ㆍPlease indicate the specific position such as “YBM KISA HR” or “YBM KISA Music + Gym Special subject” position in your cover email and able to begin March 3^rd, 2026 first day or paid prep day.

ㆍResume in MS Word or PDF format and a digital photo of yourself.

ㆍState you current visa type, ARC expiration date.  

ㆍF-series visa applicants must have documents for registration with the Korean Education Office.

ㆍPlease forward over any academic related credentials, certificates, awards & licenses if applicable.

Danny Kim

Personnel Director

YBM Head Office

Email: danny@ybm.co.kr