We are now hiring passionate and qualified teachers who demonstrate strong reading comprehension, critical thinking, and leadership skills for the 2026 Spring term across our 60+ campuses nationwide.

 

For over 25 years, Poly has set the standard for advanced English education in Korea, combining academic rigor with a passion for lifelong learning. We specialize in nurturing high-achieving and gifted students into global leaders under our guiding motto: “Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow.”

 

We operate with an English‑Only Policy (EOP), using North American textbooks and curriculum (aligned with Common Core State Standards) supplemented with CEFR standards.

 

Most Poly campuses employ a robust team of native English-speaking teachers, and English serves as the primary language of communication across the school, including among the administrative staff. See more >

 

 

What You'll Do

 

• Deliver high‑quality, engaging English lessons to kindergarten and/or elementary students following the Poly/North American curriculum.

 

• Teach all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing), with special attention to reading comprehension, phonics (for younger grades), grammar, vocabulary, and expressive writing/discussion for higher levels.

 

• Utilize Poly’s provided materials, lesson plans, and curricular resources, incorporating elements of Poly’s AI/smart‑learning systems (where applicable) to personalize and enrich instruction.

 

• Provide feedback, grade homework, quizzes, tests; report on student progress; participate in special events. 

• Maintain classroom management and create a learning environment that is fully English-immersive and encourages active student participation.

 

• Collaborate with teaching staff and participate in ongoing professional workshops.

 

 

Who We’re Looking For

 

Visa Sponsorship & Eligibility

Visa Sponsorship Provided, Local Citizens Eligible 

 

Visa Eligible Countries
Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States

 

Education Level
Bachelor’s Degree

 

Work Experience
No Experience Required

Language(s)
English (Native)

 

Specialized Requirements

• Strong interest in working with children, especially returnee or high-ability students; able to engage students in discussion, critical thinking, and output.
• Apostilled diploma and National/federal criminal background check
• Must be physically and mentally healthy

 

 

How We Work

 

School Type

Language Academy

 

Position

ESL Teacher, Homeroom Teacher, Headteacher

 

Curriculum

ESL, US Curriculum, US Common Core

 

Grade Level(s)

Kindergarten, Gr.1 – Gr.4 (Poly, Magnet), Gr.5 – 9 (MPoly)

 

Field/Subject

ESL, English, Reading, Discussion, Debate 

 

Job Type

Full-time

 

Work Type

On-site

 

Contract Length

1 year (renewable)

 

Working & Teaching Hours

Monday - Friday; Working and teaching hours vary by campus

 

 

What Makes Poly Teaching Jobs Special? 

 

• You’ll be working in a highly academic, structured curriculum environment that aims for near‑native proficiency in English among students.

 

• Reading is deeply integrated: you’ll have access to a robust reading library, diagnostic tools, and a system to monitor reading comprehension growth.

 

• Supportive infrastructure: well‑designed curriculum frameworks, teacher training, smart‑learning tools (AI, big data) to help tailor instruction.

 

• Poly offers supportive, English-speaking management, many of whom have firsthand experience as ESL teachers, providing informed guidance, mentorship, and day-to-day assistance.

 

 

How We Hire

 

Applications are now open for the Spring 2026 semester (March 1 start). Please send your resume to Derek O’Grady from Embark Recruiting, our recruitment partner for POLY campuses, at derek.embark@theworknplay.com.

 

 

Join us in preparing tomorrow’s leaders, today!

 

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Safeguarding Commitment 

All Poly campuses operate in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Korea, including but not limited to the Child Welfare Act. Poly is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, safety, and dignity of all children and young people.

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