Job Openings at Korea Defense Language Institute(KDLI)

Position: Job Openings at Korea Defense Language Institute(KDLI)
Company: Korea Defense Language Institute(KDLI)
Posted: 2026-10-06
Location: South Korea · English teaching
Contact: englishkdli@gmail.com

Are you a passionate educator looking for a meaningful teaching career? The Korea Defense Language Institute(KDLI), the premier language center for the Republic of Korea Armed Forces, is looking for 4 dedicated English professionals(part-time) to join our faculty. Teach highly motivated officers & NCOs in a professional environment at the KDLI campus, operating under the Ministry of National Defense.

1. Requirement Details

Category



Requirements & Details




Qualification



Non-Koreans: BA from an English-speaking country

Koreans: MA +6yrs residency in an English-speaking country

Preferred:

1) MA in TESOL/ Linguistics or related fields                 

2) Teaching certifications: CELTA, TESOL, TEFL

3) 3+ years of teaching experience or military-related         background 

 4) Currently residing in Korea




Work-Life Balance 

& Full Benefit


Predictable schedules

Paid vacation(per Labor Law)

Potential month-long breaks between courses

National pension, health insurance

35,000 KRW/hour(Avg. 20-24hrs/week) + Performance incentives

Onsite fitness facilities




Outstanding Housing



Single: Private dorm

Family: 3BR/ 2BR Apartment(Security deposit is required.)




Working Hours



Mon-Thu: 10:00~14:50, Fri: 08:00~11:50(subject to change)




Key Documents



1. Resume(with photo, visa status, education/working experience)

2. Letter of recommendation(signed, with contact info)

3. Apostilled/ Consular-authenticated Diplomas

4. Criminal Record Check issued from your own country(Must be translated into Korean and notarized) *Exempt if residing in Korea for 5 + years

5. Certificate of Entry & Exit( Reference period: Entire stay)

6. Certificate of Foreign Resident Registration

7. Passport & ARC copies

  2.  Timeline

Deadline to submit required documents: Oct. 23.(Fri)

Interview Notification: Candidates notified by Oct. 30. (Fri)

On-site Interview: Nov. 10.(Thu)

OJT: Nov. 24.(Tue)~26.(Thu)

Demo Lesson: Dec. 8.(Tue) (50-min intermediate level demo)

Expected Start Date: 2027. Jan. 11.(Mon)



3. How to Apply

Please download the application form from the link below, fill it out, and email the completed file as an attachment to englishkdli@gmail.com.

Work experience listed on your resume will only be recognized upon submission of supporting documents.  

To apply, email englishkdli@gmail.com

Source: Dave's ESL Cafe