Welcome

Welcome to RIS Kids Academy.

RIS is a specialized kindergarten educational institution and the sister school of KFS (formerly RIS International School). Since 2006, we have continued to grow each day through the love and support of our families.

KFS is one of only five schools in Seoul approved by the U.S. Embassy for the children of embassy staff.

RIS is founded on the educational philosophy of Kagan Cooperative Learning. Our curriculum is based on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and is designed to bridge the gap between international schools and English academies. Through a variety of hands-on materials and activity-based lessons, we strive to make learning natural, engaging, and enjoyable for young children.

At RIS, children enjoy:

A comfortable and welcoming environment filled with fun activities
Natural language acquisition by approaching English as a communication tool rather than simply a subject
Enhanced speaking opportunities through interaction with both Korean and international students

Each class is led by two caring and dedicated teachers who work to understand the unique personality and needs of every child. Supported by our curriculum team and educational specialists, we provide a nurturing environment where children are treated with love, respect, and genuine care.

Our educational philosophy emphasizes:

Using language as a practical tool for communication
Providing warm, attentive care through compassionate teachers

RIS does not focus on expensive or extravagant facilities. Instead, we are committed to creating a safe, healthy, and eco-friendly learning environment.

Our facilities include:

Eco-friendly construction designed with children's emotional well-being and health in mind
Regular professional cleaning and sanitization services
Classrooms filled with natural sunlight
Nutritious and balanced lunches prepared for our students

Mission

At RIS, we believe that early childhood is the most important stage for developing creativity and imagination. Our mission is to ensure that children experience these formative years with happiness while maintaining a healthy balance between academics, social development, and cognitive growth.

We strive to provide an educational environment where each child can develop their own unique strengths and identity as valued members of a community.

Every child learns differently, grows differently, and behaves differently. We embrace and respect these differences, creating a space where all children can explore, learn, and grow together.

LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT

Explore all aspects of kindergarten life using English as a tool and provide a natural language-learning environment.
Improve fluency and vocabulary through instruction from native English-speaking and bilingual teachers.
Fill the gaps often found in the Korean curriculum by using Wonders-based American textbooks and curriculum materials.

SOCIO-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Provide structured experiences that help children develop relationship-building skills and empathy.
Promote integrated growth through emotional management and the development of healthy relationships

INTELLECTUAL & COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT

Foster integrated thinking and problem-solving skills through Kagan’s Project-Based Learning approach.
Provide opportunities for concept exploration that stimulate intellectual curiosity.

DEVELOPMENT OF CREATIVE EXPRESSION

Develop creativity and self-expression through art, dance, and music.
Encourage children to experience various fields not merely as subjects of study, but as meaningful parts of everyday life.

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

Foster cultural understanding by exploring diverse cultures and perspectives.
Encourage respect and understanding among peers while developing a sense of belonging to the global community and a strong sense of responsibility.

PHYSICAL & MOTOR DEVELOPMENT

Enhance children's physical abilities and overall health through structured physical activities.
Provide activities that develop fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and movement techniques.

INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY

Uses interactive digital tools.
Supports engaging in language learning in exciting and innovative ways.

BALANCED SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

Provides balanced skill development in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing.
Confident and effective communication skills.

ENGAGING LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Enriches the study process through a variety of interactive activities.
Makes language study fun and meaningful.

ENCOURAGING CREATIVE EXPRESSION

Develops linguistic expression skills through art activities, drama, and creative writing.
Encourages active use of creativity and imagination.

DYNAMIC LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Enriches students' learning processes through diverse and interactive activities.
Makes language learning fun and meaningful.

Additional Information:

Academy Normal Hours: 9:30 AM – 3:05 PM
After-School Program 1: 3:10 PM – 4:00 PM
After-School Program 2: 4:10 PM – 5:00 PM
Gangnam Campus: Class sizes vary by room, accommodating 12 to 16 students for a focused learning environment.
Jamsil Campus: Consistently small classes with 12 students per class.

Company Type

School/Education

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Vacancies

RIS Kids Academy, Gangnam Branch Hiring Kindergarten Teachers

RIS Kids Academy is looking for kindergarten teachers. 1. Responsibilities Overview • Teach English to Kindergarten students. • Teach lessons following the school's curriculum and supplement worksheets and activities. • Track and report students’ performance and give feedback • Attend to other duties as a teacher. • Teach phonics, pronunciation, and basic reading and writing skills • Attend meetings, workshops, and special events required by the institute • Recognize the needs of individual students and the entire group 2. Requirements • Native English Speaker • Have a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution • Holds or is eligible for the E-2 visa with USA, CAN, UK, AUS, NZ, IRE, or SA citizenship • F-visa holders • Apostilled Diploma and Criminal Background Check • Must be physically and mentally healthy. 3. Working Conditions • Student Type: Kindergarten (Age 4-7) • Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:45 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. Classes start at 9:30 A.M. • Teaching Staff: 30 Teachers - 14 Native English Teachers, 16 Korean Teachers

Korea, Republic of > Seoul-si > Gangnam-gu
Start Date : Aug 3, 2026

RIS Kids Academy, Songpa (Jamsil) Branch Hiring Kindergarten Teachers

RIS Kids Academy is looking for kindergarten and elementary teachers. 1. Responsibilities Overview • Teach English to Kindergarten and Elementary students. • Teach lessons following the school's curriculum and supplement worksheets and activities. • Track and report students’ performance and give feedback • Attend to other duties as a teacher. • Teach phonics, pronunciation, and basic reading and writing skills • Attend meetings, workshops, and special events required by the institute • Recognize the needs of individual students and the entire group 2. Requirements • Native English Speaker • Have a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution • Holds or is eligible for the E-2 visa with USA, CAN, UK, AUS, NZ, IRE, or SA citizenship • F-visa holders • Apostilled Diploma and Criminal Background Check • Must be physically and mentally healthy. 3. Working Conditions • Student Type: Kindergarten (Age 4-7) and Elementary • Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:45 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. Classes start at 9:30 A.M. • Teaching Staff: 30 Teachers - 14 Native English Teachers, 16 Korean Teachers

Korea, Republic of > Seoul-si > Gangnam-gu
Start Date : Mar 1, 2026

Location

Seoul, South Korea

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Gangnam Branch: 157 Dogok-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Jamsil Branch: 20-9 Songpa-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul