POLY Gimpo

 

POLY Inspiration Inc. (POLY) is an English language institute that targets "repatriated students" returning to Korea from overseas and "English talented students" within Korea, aiming to enhance English Only Policy (EOP) in an ESL environment based on North American textbooks (CCSS) and curriculum, while pursuing a curriculum-centered approach to education.

Founded in 1999, POLY currently operates over 60 branches across Korea, serving over 2,000 native English teachers and 25,000 students, providing high-quality English education. 
POLY's ESL and EFL education system aims to cultivate students into global leaders with bilingual competence through critical thinking, diverse communication, collaboration, and debate classes, encouraging students to think and reason independently.

POLY is now enhancing its curriculum based on North American Curriculum (NAC) and the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), while building an AI-based smart learning system that integrates generative AI, voice recognition engines, big data, and other technologies. We aim to create new educational opportunities and aspire to grow into a global EduTech company beyond South Korea.

The POLY education system, optimized for the growth stages from age 5 to 9th grade, is based on North American education. It operates five different brands (POLY, MPOLY, Magnet, CANB, Mil) tailored to students' ages, academic levels, language abilities, and other factors.

 

POLY Gimpo is located in Gimpo, famous for its excellent living environment with a harmonious blend of natural surroundings and urban amenities. 

 

Located in Gyeonggi Province, Gimpo city offers an excellent living environment with a harmonious blend of abundant natural surroundings and urban conveniences. Residential areas are quiet, safe, and well-equipped with parks and sports facilities, ensuring a comfortable lifestyle. Also Korea boasts well-developed transportation systems such as roads and airplanes, allowing easy access to beaches, skiing, trekking, and travel to countries like China and Japan within 1-2 hours.

 

What's Unique

 

Students' English Proficiency	Curriculum	Reading - English Library
POLY students' English listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities are on par with native speakers, comprised of students who have passed rigorous entrance tests.	We offer an educational curriculum based on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), providing an environment similar to English-speaking countries for learning and speaking English.	The foundation of Poly's education lies in "reading," utilizing a library stocked with tens of thousands of books and the world-renowned reading guidance program, Accelerated Reader.

 

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What we do

 

POLY optimizes North American education to fit the Korean context, fostering a holistic development from character to creativity within an environment that is 100% English-immersive. We tailor our learning spaces to the individual needs and growth of students, diversifying and segmenting our academy spaces while ensuring safety and health through customized designs.

Like POLY's slogan, "Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow," we provide education and opportunities for students to progress successfully towards their own dreams, based on "Reading," and grow into "true leaders" in a larger world such as;

• Creative and wise thinkers
• Innovative problem solvers through in-depth analysis
• Global leaders who will lead the next generation
• Proficient users of both languages
• Convergent talents equipped with empathy and respect

 

POLY Gimpo Curriculum/Program

The POLY education system, optimized for the developmental stages from age 5 to 9th grade, based on North American education, fosters students into global leaders with bilingual competence through independent thinking, diverse communication, collaboration, and debate classes.

 

1. First of all, we systematically enhance students' language proficiency through three steps: ECP, ELE, and GRAD. 

 

• ECP (Early Childhood Program) 5-7 years old - Enhance student's English proficiency by fostering basic language acquisition, self-reading abilities, fluent and advanced expression, and overall English language usage skills.
• ELE (Elementary Program) 8-10 years old - Integrated learning by subject area. It enhances students' reading skills, vocabulary, and critical thinking, aiding in the expansion of knowledge and fostering students into confident bilinguals.
• GRAD (Graduate Program) 11-16 years old - We maximize advanced language expression abilities through focused lessons on Fiction and Nonfiction, Academic Vocabulary, and other topics.

 

2. Then, leveraging over 25 years of accumulated big data in POLY's reading education, we provide continuous and in-depth learning through a systematic process, from diagnosing reading skills to checking comprehension.

 

3. Finally, utilizing POLY's 25 years of educational expertise and AI technology, we realize fully personalized complete learning through a big data-based smart learning integrated system.

Leadership & Members

 

Greeting from POLY Gimpo

I am delighted that you are considering KOREA POLY SCHOOL, Inc. at Gimpo campus and look forward to meeting you as you the quest of finding the right language institute for your child...

Alex Im, Chairman and CEO of POLY Inc.

 

Employment

 

POLY (POLY, MPOLY, Magnet, CANB, mil) has been innovating and revolutionizing education in Korea by adapting North American education to the Korean educational environment and systematizing creative and character education based on advanced reading guidance. Moreover, we strive to provide the best learning environment for children so that learning at POLY is a source of pride.

 

The students at POLY are unique, and these exceptional individuals require excellent educational professionals. POLY comprises an education specialist group consisting of the most perfect educators.

 

Real teachers who find joy in teaching, learning, and growing alongside children create the education at POLY.

 

Teacher Support

 

POLY's teachers are stepping into new environments and education systems in a new world. While this journey can be adventurous and bring trial and error, we invest in our Research & Development (R&D) and IT departments, accounting for about 65% of our entire headquarters staff, to develop structured curriculum frameworks and teaching methods, ensuring that no obstacles arise.

 

This allows POLY teachers to focus solely on delivering high-quality, consistent education methods, and above all, supports them in advancing their careers and achieving their goals.

 

Salary and Benefits

We prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our teachers, striving to provide fair compensation and support for their roles.

 

Qualifications for Teacher Recruitment

As POLY customizes the North American curriculum to fit the Korean educational environment, most of our teachers are from the United States or Canada. Teachers from other countries also possess rich experience or a deep understanding of the North American curriculum, coupled with a strong passion and commitment.

 

Teachers should emphasize understanding, creativity, and critical thinking, actively encouraging student participation in classes to ensure they can confidently navigate using English in their daily lives.

 

Moreover, they must comply with visa and work permit conditions under South Korean law.

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Authenticated degree certificate and criminal record check
• Good physical health

Recruitment Process and Application Method for Teachers

 

POLY hires approximately 300 teachers annually across its 60 branches. We recruit teachers continuously due to the expansion of our academies and vacancies, so you can apply at any time. However, we typically fill most positions around the start of the March semester.

We offer various forms of recruitment, including headquarters recruitment and franchise recruitment. Please check the advertised recruitment information and apply accordingly.