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NOW HIRING MENTORS · ENGLISH + AI LITERACY · 100% ONLINE

Raising kids AI won’t replace.

Become an Ark mentor

Lead online sessions where 4–6 children practice English through projects and learn to use AI thoughtfully. Help them explain their ideas, work together, and learn from mistakes.

100% online$25–$50 per session

Backed byANTLER
Googlefor Startups
2026 finalistASEAN School Awards
DOHE
MARU360
01 / YOUR ROLE4–6 CHILDREN PER GROUP

Get to knowevery learner.

A small group gives you time to notice how each child learns.

Use prepared activities to get children talking to one another. Ask follow-up questions, give feedback, and help quieter children join the conversation.

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02 / PAY & SCHEDULE

Pay and
schedule.

$25–50per session

Preparation time is not paid separately. Full materials and a Mentor’s Guide are provided before each session.

Session length
50 minutes
Group size
4–6 children
Materials
Session decks and a Mentor’s Guide
Format
100% online, on Google Meet
Typical session times
4–8 PM Korea time (KST)
03 / WHAT YOU’LL TEACHENGLISH + AI LITERACY

Give children somethingto talk about.

Children use English to tell stories, solve problems, and explain their choices. You help them ask questions and think carefully about the answers, including answers from AI.

OUR PROGRAMS

Find the program
that suits you.

Younger children learn through stories and play. As they grow, they take on collaborative projects, discussions, and debates. Each program gives them more ways to use English.

01 / EARLY EXPRESSION

Mini
Marvels

Help children feel
comfortable speaking.

Games, stories, and play give younger learners reasons to speak English and share what they think.

WHAT CHILDREN PRACTICE

Asking questions, describing what they notice, taking turns, and building a story together.

EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES

Story-making, movement games, collaborative drawing on a shared whiteboard, and a group reflection.

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02 / PROJECT EXPLORATION

Young
Innovators

Turn ideas into
shared projects.

Children work together on real-world problems, then explain in English what they made and why.

WHAT CHILDREN PRACTICE

Comparing solutions, sharing responsibilities, and explaining the choices behind a group project.

EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES

Digital stories, posters, and presentations using tools such as Gemini and Canva. Children discuss which AI suggestions to use and why.

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03 / THOUGHTFUL LEADERSHIP

Future
Leaders

Build an argument.
Consider another view.

Older learners use English to debate ideas, make decisions together, and lead projects.

WHAT CHILDREN PRACTICE

Supporting an argument, considering other views, making group decisions, and using AI responsibly.

EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES

Live discussions, leadership projects, presentations, and AI prototypes using Google AI Studio. Project work becomes part of a portfolio.

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04 / TEACHING MATERIALSSESSION DECKS AND MENTOR GUIDES

Your materials,
ready before class.

You’ll have a plan to work from for every session.

Each session comes with a deck, activity prompts, and a Mentor’s Guide. Review them before class, then use your judgment to guide the conversation.

A few examples from our session decks.

04 / PROGRAM GUIDEBOOKS

Step-by-step activity guides.

Student guides explain the steps of each activity, including how to write prompts when using AI.

05 / MENTOR’S GUIDE

Your guide to the session.

Your Mentor’s Guide includes questions, timings, and a checklist to review before class.

06 / FAMILY WARM-UPS

A short warm-up before class.

Families can use bilingual key phrases and a five-minute warm-up to help children get ready for the session.

05 / WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Enjoy helping children
work things out?

We’re looking for educators who listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions.

You’ll help children explain their thinking, listen to one another, and keep going when they get stuck. Knowing when to step back is part of the job.

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This role could suit you if you…

  • Have worked with children in classrooms, online learning, camps, or coaching.
  • Can guide a group through a project without taking over.
  • Notice a quiet or frustrated child and invite them back in with warmth.
  • Ask useful questions and enjoy learning new tools alongside children.
  • Communicate clearly and warmly in English. Korean is a plus for Mini Marvels.
06 / OUR TEAM & ADVISORS

Meet the people
behind Ark.

Ark has delivered more than 16,000 sessions.

Our team and advisors bring experience in learning science, building schools, and running businesses.

Professor Je Wang Yu

CO-FOUNDER · CHIEF EDUCATION OFFICER

Professor Je Wang Yu

Award-winning professor with over 14 years of experience at Yonsei University.

Dr. Jesse Ha

CHIEF RESEARCH OFFICER · LEARNING SCIENCE

Dr. Jesse Ha

Has built several award-winning schools in New York.

Ahmed Adel Saad

ADVISOR · ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Ahmed Adel Saad

Advises Ark, bringing experience supporting early-stage ventures at the Entrepreneurship Centre, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

Richard Choo

CO-FOUNDER & CEO

Richard Choo

Three-time founder, guest lecturer for multiple MBA programs, and father.

07 / HOW WE HIRE

How the application
process works.

We want to understand how you work with children.

Shortlisted candidates meet the team and lead an activity using Ark materials. You’ll also have time to ask questions about the role.

  1. 01

    Introduce yourself.

    Tell us about your experience with children, your availability, and why you want to mentor at Ark.

  2. 02

    Meet the team.

    Talk through your approach to learning and ask us about the role.

  3. 03

    Lead an activity.

    Show how you invite participation and respond to children’s ideas using Ark materials.

  4. 04

    Discuss next steps.

    If there’s a match, we discuss the offer, schedule, and onboarding.

08 / YOUR QUESTIONS

Questions
about the role?

More about pay, preparation, and what we ask of mentors.

Do you sponsor visas?

Ark does not sponsor E-2 visas. Applicants in Korea need existing authorization that permits this work. Remote applicants need to be able to work legally where they live. Individual eligibility is checked during hiring.

Is preparation paid separately?

No. The rate is $25–$50 per session, and preparation is not paid separately. Each session comes with full materials and a Mentor’s Guide.

Do I need to be an AI expert?

No. You need to be willing to learn new tools and help children think critically about AI-generated answers. You don’t need a technical background.

Can I bring my own style?

Yes. The Mentor’s Guide sets out the activity and learning goals. You choose how to explain a task, ask follow-up questions, and help each child take part.

Are sessions online or in person?

All sessions are online, on Google Meet.

When are sessions?

Usually 4–8 PM Korea time (KST). Tell us your availability in your application so we can discuss a suitable schedule.

What languages do I need?

Fluent English is required. Korean is a plus for Mini Marvels, but it is not required.

How do I apply?

Use the application page to tell us about your experience and availability. Start your application

JOIN ARK ACADEMY

Become an
Ark mentor.

We’d like to hear how you work with children.

Share your experience and availability on the application page.

Apply to become a mentor

Questions about the role? teach@arkacademy.io