negotiate| EAL Teacher (K-5)
Job Description
About Lausanne Collegiate Incheon
Lausanne ...EAL Teacher (K-5)
Job Description
About Lausanne Collegiate Incheon
Lausanne Collegiate Incheon is an innovative educational institution built on a global network. We provide a learning environment that fosters each student's global competencies and creativity, and we are committed to developing future leaders through a North American curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
1. About the Role
You will lead English language instruction for elementary students (K–5) at Lausanne, where learners arrive with a wide range of English proficiency — from emerging to near-fluent. Your work will move each student forward at their level through pull-out support, working in close coordination with homeroom teachers. This is a full-time position with one direct line of accountability: that students leave each year demonstrably more capable in academic English than when they arrived.
Responsibilities
Teach daily EAL classes grouped by proficiency level (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Grammar)
Assess incoming and ongoing student proficiency (MAP or equivalent) and adjust groupings each term
Co-plan with homeroom and subject teachers so language objectives align with content learning
Communicate progress to parents in clear and accessible terms (translation support available)
Contribute to EAL curriculum review, resource selection, and assessment design
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Education, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related field
Valid teaching license or certification
Minimum 2 years of classroom experience with elementary and middle school age English learners
Native or near-native English fluency
Ability to design differentiated instruction based on students' language proficiency levels
Strong understanding of literacy development, including phonics, reading, and writing instruction
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, teachers, and parents
Preferred Qualifications
TESOL/TEFL certification or ESL endorsement
Experience in international school settings or multicultural environments
Conversational Korean (helpful for parent communication; not required)
2. Contract Period
1 year, renewable (Long-term employment available upon mutual agreement)
3. Work Conditions
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 ~ 17:30 (including lunch break)
Location: Songdo International City Global Campus, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, South Korea
4. Compensation & Benefits
Annual Salary
Negotiable based on experience and qualifications
Benefits Package
Insured with the 4 National Insurances (national pension, health insurance, employment insurance, and industrial accident insurance)
Paid Vacation: Annual eight-weeks paid vacation plus Korean national holidays
Severance: Paid upon the completion of employment (minimum 1-year contract)
Meals Provided: Lunch on working days
5. Required Documents
Resume (CV) — with recent photo
Cover Letter — including teaching philosophy and motivation
Degree Certificate and Transcripts (official, in English)
Teaching License/Certification (if applicable)
Two professional references
Reference calls may be conducted as part of the recruitment process
6. How to Apply
