SIE Central | Korea, Republic of > Seoul-si > Seongdong-gu : TheWorknPlay

Excellence is Our Center

SIE Central was founded with a clear purpose: to offer thoughtful, student-centered education in the heart of Seoul. Our name reflects our mission — to place excellence, integrity, and care at the center of all we do.

SIE Central has grown into a vibrant community where students thrive in a warm, structured environment built on high expectations, strong relationships, and a deep commitment to literacy and learning.

What sets us apart is our people. Our diverse team of educators brings global expertise, shared values, and a passion for helping young learners grow — not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well.

To learn more about our approach and community, please visit www.siecentral.org or follow us on LinkedIn.

Homepage

https://www.siecentral.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/sie-central/

Company Type

School/Education

Founded

2022

Number of Employees

11 - 50 employees

Photos & Videos

Vacancies

Afternoon English Program Instructor (Full-Time)

About the Role We are seeking confident and motivated educators to join our Afternoon English Program faculty at SIE Central. This role requires someone with strong English proficiency who is prepared to teach engaging after-school courses for elementary and middle school students. The ideal candidate can deliver high-quality instruction in English Language Arts and related subjects, while maintaining positive relationships with students and families. Primary Responsibilities Teaching & Curriculum Teach a full course load of Literature (Novel Study), Writing, Debate, Grammar, and TOEFL preparation Plan and deliver lessons that support language growth, critical thinking, and effective communication skills Develop and follow syllabi that align with program goals Use a variety of assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly Communicate regularly and frequently with parents by phone in order to give updates on student progress Student Engagement & Support Maintain a classroom environment that is respectful, inclusive, and conducive to learning Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their development in reading, writing, and speaking Communicate regularly with parents, including scheduled phone consultations, regarding student progress and expectations Collaboration & Professionalism Work closely with colleagues to ensure curriculum consistency and student support across the program Participate in staff meetings and institute initiatives as needed Contribute to the institute's mission and community by supporting events and enrichment opportunities Ideal Candidate We’re looking for someone who: Has experience teaching English to elementary and middle school students Values interactive and student-centered learning Can manage classes independently and maintain strong communication with families Brings a positive, collaborative attitude to a team-oriented environment Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher At least 2 years of English teaching experience at the elementary or middle school level Near-native English proficiency and ability to conduct classes 100% in English Fluency in Korean Preferred: Majors in English Language and Literature, Education, Applied Linguistics, or TESOL Prior experience in international or foreign school settings Position Details Location: Seongdong-gu, Seoul (near Oksu Station) Start Date: Mid-November (negotiable) Working Hours: Monday - Friday: 3:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Teaching Hours: 20 hours/week (maximum 23 hours) Benefits Paid vacation during institute breaks (spring, summer, and winter; 4–5 days each) Severance pay in accordance with Korean labor law Hiring Process Document screening Executive interview and teaching demonstration Final acceptance Candidates will be notified individually regarding interview schedules. How to Apply Please send your resume (in English and Korean) and a cover letter (in English) to hiring@siecentral.org, addressed to the SIE Central Hiring Team. Applications should highlight your teaching experience and describe why you are a strong fit for this role. Please note: Offers of employment may be rescinded if any false information is found in application materials.

Korea, Republic of > Seoul-si > Seongdong-gu
Any Time

Student Counselor (Bilingual, Korean/English)

Student Counselor (Bilingual, Korean/English) About the Role SIE Central is seeking a warm, proactive, and fully bilingual Student Counselor to support the social, emotional, and developmental well-being of our K–10 student body. This role is central to our school culture: the counselor is a consistent, trusted presence in students’ daily lives, a bridge between families and the school on sensitive matters, and a partner to teachers and administration on whole-school SEL and leadership initiatives. Because this role requires close, nuanced communication with both English- and Korean-speaking families, full professional bilingual fluency is required. Primary Responsibilities Student Wellness & Support Conduct individual student check-ins and counseling sessions as needed to discuss stressors and well-being both at home and at school Be present in the 1F lobby each morning to greet and guide arriving students Observe students during recess and other out-of-class times, and discuss observations with Homeroom Teachers on a regular basis Conduct small-group sessions for classes on relevant social-emotional topics, planned in coordination with Homeroom Teachers Family Communication & Engagement Communicate directly with parents — in both Korean and English, in person and electronically — regarding social, emotional, behavioral, or developmental concerns affecting their child Maintain and follow clear, documented processes for scheduling and conducting counseling sessions Conduct parent seminars on child development topics and strategies families can use to support their children Serve as the bilingual point of introduction for the counseling program with new and prospective families Program & Curriculum Development Plan and execute school-wide events and programs that respond to needs identified through counseling work Collaborate as the SEL Coordinator to help develop, assign, and integrate SEL materials into school curricula Meet regularly with academic administration and the leadership team to develop strategies for whole-school initiatives Collaboration & School Operations Work closely with the administration office in support of their day-to-day duties Assist with the planning and execution of field trips and other school-wide events, coordinating closely with the events team and staying current on the internal calendar Provide bilingual translation support for school gatherings, events, and parent-teacher meetings Partner with Homeroom Teachers to assign Student Ambassadors who support incoming new students Ideal Candidate We’re looking for someone who: Is a native speaker of Korean and has professional working proficiency in English who can communicate warmly and professionally across a diverse family community Genuinely enjoys building relationships with students and creating a safe, trusted presence in daily school life Is comfortable leading both one-on-one conversations and small-group sessions Is organized and proactive, able to balance an ongoing caseload of check-ins alongside larger program and event planning Collaborates naturally across academic, administrative, and admissions teams Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, School Counseling, Social Work, Education, or a related field; relevant counseling certification or licensure is a plus Prior experience providing counseling or student support services in a school setting preferred Full professional bilingual fluency in Korean and English, spoken and written, required Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, families, and staff Familiarity with social-emotional learning (SEL) frameworks and child/adolescent development is a plus Eligibility to Work in Korea Applicants must currently hold one of the following: F-class residency visa Korean citizenship How to Apply Please reply to this posting or send your resume (in English and Korean) and a cover letter to hiring@siecentral.org, addressed to the SIE Central Hiring Team. Applications should highlight your counseling experience and describe why you are a strong fit for this role. Qualified candidates will be invited to a preliminary Zoom interview.

Korea, Republic of > Seoul-si > Seongdong-gu
ASAP

Location

204 Dokseodang-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea

View in Google Maps