English Teacher – Gwangju, South Korea | KRW 2,500,000/Month + Housing
At a glance
Teach kindergarten and elementary classes in Gwangju, South Korea, with private housing, paid vacation, and full pension support.
- Pay
- ₩2,500,000 a month (about US$1,875)
- Where
- Gwangju, South Korea
- Includes
- Visa support, housing, flights, health insurance and paid leave
- Needs
- A degree
- Open to
- Native speakers
About the role
Sewoon VIVA English Academy is seeking a passionate English instructor to teach kindergarten and primary school students in Gwangju, South Korea. Classes are small, capped at 13 students, enabling focused instruction and personal attention. The contract starts in January 2027 on a standard Monday through Friday schedule from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Instructors will design interactive lessons, implement age-appropriate language curricula, partner with local co-teachers, and cultivate an inviting educational setting. This position is ideal for educators eager to make an impact while enjoying a steady, collaborative work environment.
Located in Seo-gu, Gwangju is renowned for its vibrant arts district, galleries, and scenic green spaces. The city offers lower everyday living expenses than other major Korean metropolitan areas and has seamless transit connections across the country via the KTX train.
Requirements
- Native English proficiency holding a passport from the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university
- Apostilled clean national criminal background check
- Eligibility to secure a Korean work visa
Salary & benefits
₩2.5M monthly salary, free private furnished accommodation, one-way flight, severance pay, insurance, and free lunches.
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