The Teaching Job in South Korea position at Prestige Institute offers a valuable part-time opportunity for motivated students and aspiring educators. This role is based at the Bayside, NY branch and supports secondary students preparing for standardized testing and academic success. If you are responsible, organized, and comfortable working with students in an afterschool academic environment, this position provides both flexibility and professional growth. With competitive hourly pay and structured training, this Teaching Assistant role is ideal for high school seniors or college students who want to gain experience in education while supporting students on their path to college and future careers.
About the Company
Prestige Institute is a growing Edu-tech company with multiple campuses across New Jersey, New York, and Georgia. In addition to physical branches, the institute operates a structured online learning system that supports secondary students in standardized test preparation and academic performance.
The organization focuses on helping students succeed in exams such as SAT, ACT, AP courses, and other high school academic programs. The goal is to prepare students for college admission and long-term career success. Prestige Institute values discipline, structure, and consistent academic support, creating a professional yet supportive environment for both staff and students.
Responsibilities
As a Teaching Assistant (TA), your key duties will include:
- Proctoring exams and maintaining testing integrity
- Assisting with building cleaning and general maintenance
- Supporting light teaching and academic review sessions
- Managing classrooms with firmness and consistency
- Assisting students with questions and academic needs
- Communicating effectively with administrative staff
- Monitoring student behavior during afterschool programs
- Supporting intensive summer courses when required
Requirements
- Must be at least a high school senior (12th grade)
- Ability to work in person at Bayside, NY
- Availability during afterschool hours and Saturdays during the school year
- Flexibility for schedule changes during summer intensive courses
- Commitment to professionalism and student support
Skills
- Strong people skills
- Good communication skills
- Light teaching ability (SAT, ACT, high school academics, AP courses preferred)
- Classroom management skills
- Organizational ability
- Language proficiency in both Korean and English (preferred)
- Ability to work responsibly with minimal supervision
Pay
- High school students (up until senior year summer break ends): $17/hr
- College students: $18/hr
- Overall pay range listed: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
- Expected hours: 20+ hours per week
Benefits
- Worker’s compensation
- Medical insurance support
- PTO benefits
- 401k eligibility after 1 year of employment
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional experience in an academic environment
Application Process
- Apply and submit your application for review.
- Attend an initial interview with the HR Department.
- Be prepared to ask questions about Prestige Institute.
- Be ready to discuss what you can contribute to the organization.
