🏫 ECL Academy
📍Incheon, South Korea
💰 2,800,000 - 3,200,000

Job Description:

Position: Full-Time Native English Teacher (Pre-school to Grade 8) at British owned Academy in Nonhyeon, Incheon

Introduction:
We are seeking a passionate, experienced English teacher to join our growing, British owned academy in Nonhyeon, Incheon. With a unique, literature-based curriculum and a supportive, creative environment, we offer teachers the opportunity to innovate and inspire young learners. If you are dedicated to high-quality teaching and looking for a collaborative work culture, we would love to hear from you.

To see the culture of our academy, you can view our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecl_academy_korea

1. Job Details

Visa Requirements: F-visa or E2-visa eligible applicants welcome.
Start Date: February/March but earlier is also okay.
Salary: KRW 2,800,000 - KRW 3,200,000 (negotiable based on qualifications and experience).
Bonus Scheme: Monthly performance-based bonus, details to be discussed during the interview.
Essential Experience/Skills (Please apply only if you meet these criteria):
At least 3 years’ experience teaching young learners.
Experience planning and delivering lessons aligned with recognized international standards.
Passion for using storybooks and literature in English language education.
Desired Experience/Skills (Highly valued, and may affect salary negotiations):
Advanced qualifications such as MA TESOL, CELTA, DELTA, DipTESOL, or CertTESOL.
Specific qualifications for very young learners.
Experience teaching at reputable institutions (e.g., British Council, English First, International House).
Qualified teacher status in home country.
Experience teaching outside of Korea.
Family-Friendly Policy: We support working parents and encourage them to apply. Flexible arrangements can be discussed.
Teaching Grades: Pre-school to Grade 8
Class Length: 1 hour
Class Hours: Maximum 25 hours per week. No teachers currently teach the full 25 hours, but this is possible.
Working Hours:
12:00 PM - 7:50 PM
Teaching takes place Monday to Friday, between 2:00 PM and 7:20 PM.
Break Time: Flexible 30-minute break outside core teaching hours.
Weekend Work: None. We prioritize work-life balance to ensure our teachers can enjoy their time outside of work.
Overtime Pay: KRW 40,000 per hour for voluntary overtime teaching.
Vacation Time: 15 paid vacation days (5 days in summer, 10 days in winter), in addition to public holidays.
Sick Leave: 5 days of sick leave (no penalty for taking sick days—if you’re sick, don’t come in).
Flight Allowance:
One-way airfare to Korea, and one way airfare at end of final contract provided if outside Korea.
If already in Korea, one-way airfare provided at end of final contract.
Pension and Insurance Coverage: Yes, fully provided.
Severance Pay: Yes, provided in full accordance with Korean labor laws.
Housing: KRW 500,000 housing allowance or provided housing (clean, safe, 10-minute walk from school, near major amenities).

2. School Background

We are a British owned school that opened in June 2022 with a unique, literature-based curriculum. Our warm, creative, and collaborative environment has led to exceptional growth, and in March 2024, we moved into purpose-built premises. Currently, we are at 80% capacity, with several classes on a waiting list.

3. Teaching & Learning Culture

Our school focuses on low-stress, creative English lessons that maintain academic rigor. We emphasize reading over memorization, projects over tests, and critical thinking over rote learning. We treat our students with warmth, care, and kindness, just as we would our own children.

4. Teaching Expectations

This is not a job where you’ll just “teach page 23.” Our high-quality materials are supplemented with projects, crafts, and presentations, and we expect teachers to be creative in lesson planning. We offer strong support, but we are seeking teachers who are passionate about their craft and take responsibility for their students' progress. Our curriculum is flexible and personalized, but we maintain high expectations for teaching quality.

5. Working Culture

Our academy is unique in Korea. Native English-speaking teachers are the lead instructors, without the use of co-teachers. The Korean center manager handles all parent communication, while teachers focus on teaching and providing progress reports. We maintain a warm and supportive environment, and we are looking for teachers who are easy-going, passionate, and excited to be part of a collaborative team. Flexibility is essential as we continue to grow.

We are committed to providing the highest quality education to our students and are steadily gaining a reputation as the leading literacy-based English academy in the region. As we expand, we are seeking teachers who can grow with us and contribute to our long-term vision.

6. Next Steps

If you are passionate about teaching and meet the criteria outlined above, we encourage you to apply. We are looking for the best fit for our team, and interviews will be conducted via video for candidates outside Korea or in-person for those already in the country (we cover interview-related expenses).

You will also have the chance to speak directly with one of our current teachers to learn more about the role and our academy’s unique culture.

7. Contact Information

Please email your resume/CV to alex.walsh@ecl.academy. We look forward to hearing from you!