Daeil Foreign Language High School is a private coeducational college preparatory high school located in Seongbuk gu, Seoul. Established in 1983 as the first foreign language high school in Korea, it admits highly selective cohorts of students who major in one of several foreign languages while completing a rigorous national curriculum in Korean. The school is known for intensive language study that combines conversation, literature and exam preparation, along with strong performance in admission to Korea’s top universities and leading overseas institutions. Instruction is primarily in Korean with extensive foreign language use in designated areas and specialist classrooms. The campus includes academic buildings, language laboratories, a library, dormitory facilities and club spaces that support a wide range of student societies, debate and cultural activities. Daeil is widely regarded as one of the most competitive secondary schools in the country.

Daeil Foreign Language High School

About the roleDaeil Foreign Language High School in Seoul is seeking a dedicated and responsible native English-speaking instructor to teach conversation-focused English classes to motivated high school students.Responsibilities<ul><li>Teach approximately 20 in-class hours per week, primarily conversation classes.</li><li>Deliver engaging lessons to small classes of up to 13 students.</li><li>Prepare materials and activities that build students’ speaking confidence and accuracy.</li><li>Optionally teach after-school classes such as Essay Writing, Debate or Conversation when enough students enroll.</li><li>Collaborate with the English department and follow school policies and procedures.</li></ul>Schedule<ul><li>Contract period: March 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027 (annually renewable).</li><li>Typical hours: Monday to Friday, roughly 9:20–14:10 (including a lunch break from 12:10–13:10).</li><li>Paid 3-month vacation plus holidays during examination periods.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Starting salary: 2.2 million KRW per month.</li><li>Housing allowance of 200,000 KRW per month (housing not provided).</li><li>Health insurance and severance pay upon completion of the contract.</li><li>Possibility of additional pay for after-school classes when offered.</li><li>Outside employment permitted as long as it does not interfere with school duties and visa conditions.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Native English-speaking instructor currently living in Seoul.</li><li>Bachelor degree from an English-speaking country.</li><li>Preference for candidates with E-2, F-2, F-5 or F-6 visas.</li><li>Preference for candidates with EFL-related credentials and teaching experience.</li><li>Ability to provide required documents, including criminal check, medical check, diplomas, transcripts and (if applicable) TESOL/TESL/TEFL certificates.</li></ul>What to include in your application<ul><li>Mention that you found this position on eslephant.</li><li>Cover letter and resume with a recent photo.</li><li>References or contact details for former directors.</li><li>Scanned copy of passport and alien registration card.</li><li>Any EFL-related certificates and documentation you can provide in advance.</li></ul>

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