Join One of Seoul's Leading Private Christian Elementary Schools!
 

Young Hoon Elementary School is seeking passionate, dedicated, and qualified elementary educators to join its teaching team for the March 2027 academic year.  

As an authorized Cambridge International Primary School, Young Hoon provides teachers with the opportunity to deliver a progressive, inquiry-based curriculum while collaborating with experienced educators from around the world.
 

For teachers looking to advance their careers in international education, Young Hoon offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, develop professionally, and build a strong foundation for future international school positions.

 

Role & Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons for elementary students in Grades 1–6.

• Implement the Cambridge International Primary and ESOL curricula through inquiry-based learning and differentiated instruction.

• Incorporate modern teaching methodologies, including STEM, the Workshop Model, UFLI, and Learning Center Rotations.

• Develop students' critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Integrate educational technology, including Chromebooks, tablets, Google Workspace, and interactive classroom displays.

• Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback to support academic development.

• Collaborate with grade-level teaching teams on lesson planning, curriculum development, and instructional strategies.

• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment that encourages student participation and independence.

• Communicate professionally with school administrators, colleagues, students, and parents as needed.

• Participate in school meetings, professional development activities, and school-wide events.

• Support the school's Christian values and educational philosophy.

• Collaborative Teaching Environment: Shared grade-level planning with teams of four teachers.

• Professional Development: Opportunities to attend educational workshops and conferences, including KORCOS.
• Administrative Support: Dedicated English-speaking administration to assist international teachers.
• Modern Classroom Technology: Individual Chromebooks for Grades 2–6, tablets for Grade 1, and large smart TVs in every classroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

• Native-level English proficiency.

• Citizenship from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa.

• Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional teaching environment.

• Genuine interest in elementary education and student development.

• Willingness to support the school's Christian educational values.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid teaching license or certification from an accredited institution.

• Bachelor of Education, Graduate Diploma in Education, or Master of Education.

• Previous elementary teaching experience in Korea or internationally.

• Experience with Cambridge International, inquiry-based learning, or similar international curricula.

• Familiarity with STEM education, differentiated instruction, and technology-integrated teaching.

• Experience working in private elementary schools or international schools.

• Active church attendance or involvement in a Christian community (preferred but not required).

Working Conditions

Working hours are described as the time you need to be present at the institution. Teaching hours are the active amount of time you will be conducting classes or activities.

• Teaching Age Group: Elementary (Grades 1–6)
• Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
• Teaching Hours: Regular classes finish at 3:00 P.M. (Up to 7 hours of preparation time per week)
• Classroom Resources: Smart TVs, Chromebooks, and tablets
• Additional Teaching Opportunities: Optional after-school clubs from 3:20 P.M. – 4:40 P.M. (Additional compensation)