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Job Description
WHO WE ARE
ISpeak is an English academy w...Job Post for iSpeak
Job Description
WHO WE ARE
ISpeak is an English academy with locations in Yeoksam-dong and Gaepo-dong, Seoul, South Korea (Gangnam Area). Since 2010, We have dedicated ourselves to enhancing creative and critical thinking amongst grade 1-6 students through student-centered, project-based learning, producing some of the finest students in Korea. We’re committed to championing students, promoting higher order thinking, and cultivating independent, self-driven learners while creating a communal working environment for teachers.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for teachers who value creative and critical thinking, teachers who can collaborate with co-teachers to run project-based learning, and teachers who are able to work autonomously, having the freedom to execute lesson plans as they see fit. If our ethos resonates, we are looking for you~
JOB DESCRIPTION
Full Time Position available January 2024 (Training starts in December)
Teach subjects such as Literature, Writing, Social Studies, Debate.
Design and organize creative projects, meaningful activities, and formal debates.
Work Hours:
Grade 2: 2:30-7:40 M-F (5 teaching hours)
Grade 3-4: 3;30-8:40 M-F (5 teaching hours)
Classes are split into 2 blocks with a 10 minute break between blocks. Also, teachers could take a 5 minute break each hour when needed.
One hour early presence before class is required.
Optional Saturday classes depending on type of contract chosen.
Set Curriculum: Initial lesson plans are supervised and mentored for two weeks. Afterwards, teachers will design their own lesson plans.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Previous teaching experience at Seoul (preferably Gangnam) based academies for more than one year.
English literature or humanities majors desired (debate teaching experience is preferred).
The ability to construct and organize own lesson plans.
Legally able to work in Korea with an F or E2 visa.
Possess a 4 year university degree from a Native English speaking country.
COMPENSATION
Option 1: 3.3 million won for 24 teaching hours from Monday–Friday,
11 paid vacation days, 6 days designated by the academy, 5 personal days,
Option 2: 3.8 million won for 26 teaching hours from, Monday-Friday, plus Saturday 10am-12 pm
11 paid vacation days, 6 days designated by the academy, 5 personal days,
Both options should be viewed as starting salaries. Based on experience, salary can be negotiated.
All prospective teachers will undergo a two week training period. (Training schedule is flexible) All training will be paid.
BENEFITS
Severance pay after completion of 1 year
All national holidays off
Medical coverage 50/50, pension plan, 50/50
F visas have the option for signing as independent contractors.
Hope to hear from you soon!
Sincerely,
Dennis
