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POSITION SUMMARY
A Full Time Position
In our classroom orchestrating curriculum development and committed to enriching book-based learning with creative, student-centered solutions
School name: Uniworld English Academy
Location: Tongyeong, South Korea
Work hours: Monday to Friday (2:40-10:50 p.m)
Contract period: 12 months with the option to renew
Start dates: September 1st, 2021
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Uniworld is a unique English-language hagwon (an after school enrichment academy). Unlike other schools, Uniworld focuses on an integrated individualized curriculum (combining computer programs with one-on-one classroom interaction to support student development). This approach, combined with small class sizes (no more than 10 per class), makes teaching here more rewarding than many conventional teaching positions. Including whole-group instruction, this position requires that you act alternately as a mentor, coach, and tutor. Most of our students are between the ages of 8 and 15, though some can be as young as 6 or as old as 18. You should enjoy working with children of all ages and developing positive relationships with every student.
Uniworld understands the challenges of teaching and living in an unfamiliar culture. Uniworld works hard to ensure the satisfaction of the foreign teacher by assisting with the transition from the home country, by being transparent about the terms and conditions of employment, and by supporting teachers in the classroom with Korean staff. It is a highly collaborative and ever-adaptive environment as we explore new ways to teach ESL that excite and engage our students (and teachers!). We prefer teachers who are highly committed to their profession and looking for a creative space to grow with their students.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities
teach traditional book-based conversational classes of 6-10 students (per class)
develop students' verbal language skills through daily, one-on-one conversations in English
assess students' language proficiencies and provide constructive feedback
collaborate with cooperating teachers to develop and implement classroom procedures effective in keeping students engaged in their work
provide enrichment activities like songs, games, and creative-projects to create a positive, fun-filled learning environment
* The teacher will be expected to teach a TOEFL essay writing & Speaking class (10 middle school students)
Secondary responsibilities:
Teachers may be asked to facilitate one or more of the following types of classes/special events in a workday:
* small-group speaking or writing workshops
* at least three major cultural events throughout the year- Halloween, Christmas, etc.
* Weekly chat with the supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
possess native English-language proficiency
be a citizen of US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
possess a Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited university
possess a genuine desire to build authentic relationships with children of all ages
be sensitive to cultural differences and possess a willingness to make accommodations
Be highly adaptive to a trial and error environment striving to continually develop a viable integration between a computer classroom and individual instruction
Preferred
currently residing in Korea (or previous experience working in).
TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification
Two years of experience working with children and/or adolescents
Classroom teaching experience
Previous experience living/working in a foreign country
LOCATION
Our academy is located in the seaside city of Tongyeong. Major industries are fishing, ship building, and tourism. With a population of 150,000, Tongyeong has scores of restaurants, shops, and bars. You will also find numerous parks, movie theaters, and other forms of entertainment. Tongyeong is surrounded by small, steep mountains, a rugged coastline, and numerous islands. The islands are accessible from Tongyeong's ferry terminal; some are quite popular with Korean tourists as hiking, biking, or swimming destinations. The closest large city is Busan, which can be reached by bus in an hour and a half. A direct bus to Seoul takes four hours.
COMPENSATION
Each teacher will receive ₩2.3 million per month
* maximum 6 classes (50 minutes each) per instructor in a 7.5 hour workday (additional overtime may be available only with approval from the instructor in advance)
BENEFITS
One way airfare Support ( ₩1 million will be paid upon arrival )
Health benefits (Korea's national public health care system after the first 3 months)
National Pension System
Completion bonus equal to one month's salary (paid upon completion of the contract)
Furnished apartment (provided at no cost and within walking distance)
* includes major appliances, some furniture, basic linens and kitchen items
* both apartments in desirable downtown location, close to restaurants, the nightlife, and the seaside
VACATION
All national holidays ("Red Days" on Korean Calendar) are paid vacation
An additional 10 days of paid vacation (one week in the summer, and one week in the winter)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit the following via email: uniworldkorea@gmail.com
resume
cover letter
photo
date of birth
a reference letter(preferred)
Qualified candidates will be invited to have preliminary and follow-up interviews via Skype.
Current teachers
Karley Jade: karleyjayde@gmail.com
Michael Smith : blue7michaels@gmail.com
Ceilia Roulet : celiaroulet03@gmail.com
