Korean Teacher Salary

Why Teach in Korea Koreans are obsessed with education to enable the best future for their children. No wonder that two thirds of Koreans aged 25-34 hold college degrees with mandatory English classes. English teachers in Korea can expect to make between $1,300 and $3,000 per month.   How far exactly will your salary get you in Korea? Most teachers can put away quite a good portion of their salary - even with a salary of $1,900 per month. You can live quite comfortably when teaching in South Korea.   Most foreigners settle in Seoul, the country’s capital, or Busan, the second largest city in Korea. However, you can find charming cities all across the peninsula. The number of expatriate English teachers hailing from English-speaking nations has increased and stood at...  [Read more]

Why teach in Korea   Why teach in Korea? First the Facts 2/3 of South Koreans aged 25-34 have college degree and take mandatory English classes. Koreans are obsessed with education to enable the best future for their children South Korea provides top salary to their teachers and has the highest average reading literacy of the OECD Salary for foreign English language teachers English teachers in Korea can expect to make between $1,300 and $3,000 per month. Depending on the type of educational institution, the salary varies enormously: Public Schools: 1.5-3 million won, or $1,265 - $2,500 USD, per month. Private Language Institutes: 1.9-2.3 million won, or 1,600 - $1,940 USD, per month. Universities: 2.3 - 3.5 million won, or $1,950 - $2,950 USD, per month. International...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 Jon ITTT Destinations Why Should You Teach English in South Korea? Two thirds of South Koreans aged 25 to 34 have a college degree and take mandatory English classes. Koreans are obsessed with education to enable the best future for their children and South Korea provides top salary to their teachers and has the highest average reading literacy of the OECD. This makes South Korea the ideal destination for qualified English teachers looking to make a good living while teaching abroad. Table of Contents Salaries for foreign English language teachers How much does it cost to live in Korea? Where to Teach in Korea? Korea as a tourist destination Pamper your palate Listen to this blog post Get ready to teach English in South Korea today! Related Articles: Salaries for...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Aug 2018 Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Teaching English in South Korea - the Salary and Budget Guide The following guide will help you answer the question: How much can I earn (and save) teaching English in South Korea? You will also find information on the local cost of living in order to figure out how much to budget for when moving to South Korea. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: The Typical Salary for English Teachers in South Korea Other Benefits to Expect When Teaching English in South Korea How to Earn Extra Cash While Teaching English in South Korea The Cost of Living in South Korea Cost of Living in South Korea: Food Cost of Living in South Korea: Leisure Activities Cost of Living in South Korea: Transportation Cost of Living in South...  [Read more]

Native English speaking teacher wanted to teach TEFL in Korea Date posted:2002-03-28 | Writer: Park OverseasPersonnel Sevice (POPS) | Email: [email protected] Park Overseas Personnel Service (POPS) specializes in recruiting individuals to teach conversational English to Koreans. POPS was established in 1991 as a pioneer in this field. We represent many of the well-known institutes in South Korea, for example The Korean Herald Kids School presently has about 70 schools and expanding rapidly. POPS works directly with these institutes through its branch offices in Korea. With 10 years of experience POPS is now very successful and has numerous connections, individuals may qualify for positions at the Universities or within the government. Salary and Benefit: - Salary 2 million Won...  [Read more]

Native English speaking teacher wanted to teach TEFL in Korea Date posted:2002-03-28 | Writer: Park OverseasPersonnel Sevice (POPS) | Email: [email protected] Park Overseas Personnel Service (POPS) specializes in recruiting individuals to teach conversational English to Koreans. POPS was established in 1991 as a pioneer in this field. We represent many of the well-known institutes in South Korea, for example The Korean Herald Kids School presently has about 70 schools and expanding rapidly. POPS works directly with these institutes through its branch offices in Korea. With 10 years of experience POPS is now very successful and has numerous connections, individuals may qualify for positions at the Universities or within the government. Salary and Benefit: - Salary 2 million Won...  [Read more]

What is a hagwon and are they a good place to work? The term hagwon is used in South Korea to describe a particular type of school. The South Korean education system has two major components, the public school system and the private school system. Many South Koreans make use of both these systems, attending the government-run public schools as normal in any country and then taking additional lessons in a private school, particularly for additional learning in subjects such as English. A hagwon is therefore a private educational institution in South Korea where students can gain additional teaching in subjects which are seen as important for their education. It is estimated that during their education, 95% of South Korean students will make use of a hagwon. As such these private...  [Read more]

ESL Teachers Needed in South Korea Date posted:2022-05-20 | Writer: Aclipse | Email: [email protected] Teach English in South Korea with a Respected Recruiter and Employer.Aclipse is currently looking to fill numerous teaching positions in Korea for our world respected client, Creverse (formerly Chungdahm Learning). Locations include the Korean cities of Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Jeonju, Ulsan, Daejeon, Cheonan, Wonju, and Cheongna.Creverse has positions for all age groups ranging from kindergarten and elementary school-aged students in their i-Garten and April programs to middle and high school-aged students in their ChungDham Institute program. Finally, the experienced Aclipse recruiting team will do their best to match you with a position that fits your desired age group and location.One...  [Read more]

ESL Teachers Needed in South Korea Date posted:2022-05-20 | Writer: Aclipse | Email: [email protected] Teach English in South Korea with a Respected Recruiter and Employer.Aclipse is currently looking to fill numerous teaching positions in Korea for our world respected client, Creverse (formerly Chungdahm Learning). Locations include the Korean cities of Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Jeonju, Ulsan, Daejeon, Cheonan, Wonju, and Cheongna.Creverse has positions for all age groups ranging from kindergarten and elementary school-aged students in their i-Garten and April programs to middle and high school-aged students in their ChungDham Institute program. Finally, the experienced Aclipse recruiting team will do their best to match you with a position that fits your desired age group and location.One...  [Read more]

Public Schools in Korea Need EFL Teachers Date posted:2015-02-23 | Writer: Korean Horizons | Email: [email protected] Korean Horizons have current opportunities for TEFL certified teachers in Public Schools in Chungnam and Gyungnam, South Korea. All contracts are for 1 full year. There would only be 22 classes per week.  1 middle or high school class would be 45 & 50 minutes each respectively.  Hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.  No weekends or split shifts. Salary is in accordance with the government's pay scale and range between 2.0m-2.95m won per month. Overtime in afterschool classes is often available to boost your salary. In addition – the benefits are as follows: •         There may...  [Read more]

Public Schools in Korea Need EFL Teachers Date posted:2015-02-23 | Writer: Korean Horizons | Email: [email protected] Korean Horizons have current opportunities for TEFL certified teachers in Public Schools in Chungnam and Gyungnam, South Korea. All contracts are for 1 full year. There would only be 22 classes per week.  1 middle or high school class would be 45 & 50 minutes each respectively.  Hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.  No weekends or split shifts. Salary is in accordance with the government's pay scale and range between 2.0m-2.95m won per month. Overtime in afterschool classes is often available to boost your salary. In addition – the benefits are as follows: •         There may...  [Read more]

Schools in Korea Looking For EFL Teachers Date posted:2015-04-27 | Writer: Korean Horizons | Email: [email protected] EPIK is working with recruitment companies sourcing EFL teachers for the Fall semester of 2015 + and the Spring semester of 2016. Korean Horizons has been accepted as one of those companies. It means we are currently accepting applicants whom wish to commence teaching on the 26th August, 26th September or 26th October. Interviews are happening right now - and the most popular locations will go first. Locations may include the metro cities of Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Incheon, Gwangu, Daejeon, Ulsan, Sejeong; and the provincial regions of Gangwon, Chungbuk, Chungnam, Jeonbuk, Gyeongbuk, Gyeongnam and Jeju. There would only be 22 classes per week. 1 middle or high school...  [Read more]

Schools in Korea Looking For EFL Teachers Date posted:2015-04-27 | Writer: Korean Horizons | Email: [email protected] EPIK is working with recruitment companies sourcing EFL teachers for the Fall semester of 2015 + and the Spring semester of 2016. Korean Horizons has been accepted as one of those companies. It means we are currently accepting applicants whom wish to commence teaching on the 26th August, 26th September or 26th October. Interviews are happening right now - and the most popular locations will go first. Locations may include the metro cities of Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Incheon, Gwangu, Daejeon, Ulsan, Sejeong; and the provincial regions of Gangwon, Chungbuk, Chungnam, Jeonbuk, Gyeongbuk, Gyeongnam and Jeju. There would only be 22 classes per week. 1 middle or high school...  [Read more]

Vacancies For TEFL Trained Teachers in Korea Date posted:2017-11-30 | Writer: Korean Horizons | Email: [email protected] Korean Horizons provides government public schools for the peak seasons of March & September and have public school EFL positions throughout the entire year. We work with more education offices than any other recruitment company, and we therefore have more public schools jobs than any other recruitment company out there today. We are a recruitment company which officially works with EPIK. We also officially work with the Incheon Office of Education, the Chungnam Office of Education and the Gyungnam Office of Education. The Gyeonggi (GEPIK) program has decided to ask for teachers from EPIK; so if you want to be near Seoul and in a Public School - apply with...  [Read more]

Vacancies For TEFL Trained Teachers in Korea Date posted:2017-11-30 | Writer: Korean Horizons | Email: [email protected] Korean Horizons provides government public schools for the peak seasons of March & September and have public school EFL positions throughout the entire year. We work with more education offices than any other recruitment company, and we therefore have more public schools jobs than any other recruitment company out there today. We are a recruitment company which officially works with EPIK. We also officially work with the Incheon Office of Education, the Chungnam Office of Education and the Gyungnam Office of Education. The Gyeonggi (GEPIK) program has decided to ask for teachers from EPIK; so if you want to be near Seoul and in a Public School - apply with...  [Read more]

What is the EPIK program for teaching English in South Korea? The EPIK program, which stands for English Program in Korea, is a prestigious initiative led by the South Korean government. Here's what you need to know: If you are interested in the EPIK program, we recommend reaching out to our TEFL recruitment partner Reach To Teach. Reach To Teach is an official partner of the EPIK program (English Program in Korea) and works with the Korean Ministry of Education to place English Language Instructors (ELIs) in Korean public schools throughout the country. Table of Contents What are the requirements for the EPIK Program? What does the EPIK Program involve? Where will I be placed on the EPIK Program? What are the benefits of the EPIK Program? What are the requirements for the EPIK...  [Read more]

Position Teaching English in Korea Date posted:2018-08-29 | Writer: ENI School | Email: [email protected] ENI School, established in 2000, is a private institute specializing in English as a foreign language for children from elementary school to middle school. ENI is not a franchise, nor is it large by Korean standards, but I believe it to be one of the most enjoyable, reliable places of employment in the country for EFL teachers. It is our policy to offer a fair, honest and pleasant atmosphere. At present, our staff includes two western teachers and four Korean teachers. They are a professional group of individuals who work cooperatively to ensure the educational success of each student. We are currently looking for a responsible, reliable, energetic and hard working teacher who...  [Read more]

Position Teaching English in Korea Date posted:2018-08-29 | Writer: ENI School | Email: [email protected] ENI School, established in 2000, is a private institute specializing in English as a foreign language for children from elementary school to middle school. ENI is not a franchise, nor is it large by Korean standards, but I believe it to be one of the most enjoyable, reliable places of employment in the country for EFL teachers. It is our policy to offer a fair, honest and pleasant atmosphere. At present, our staff includes two western teachers and four Korean teachers. They are a professional group of individuals who work cooperatively to ensure the educational success of each student. We are currently looking for a responsible, reliable, energetic and hard working teacher who...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Korea (4) Date posted:2016-05-02 | Writer: Hands Korea Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Since the world is being rapidly globalized, English has become the major language people use internationally. Thus, English education in Korea has boomed in the past few years. Rather than providing English education by native Korean teachers, schools have started to increase the number of foreign EFL teachers. TEFL positions are available both at public schools and private schools (known as Hagwon), institutions and centers. You can expect a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications including TESOL/TEFL certificate. The cost of living in Korea is not high, therefore you can expect to save a partial portion of the salary. Teaching in Korea is a rewarding...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Korea (4) Date posted:2016-05-02 | Writer: Hands Korea Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Since the world is being rapidly globalized, English has become the major language people use internationally. Thus, English education in Korea has boomed in the past few years. Rather than providing English education by native Korean teachers, schools have started to increase the number of foreign EFL teachers. TEFL positions are available both at public schools and private schools (known as Hagwon), institutions and centers. You can expect a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications including TESOL/TEFL certificate. The cost of living in Korea is not high, therefore you can expect to save a partial portion of the salary. Teaching in Korea is a rewarding...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Korea (4) Date posted:2013-12-10 | Writer: Hands Korea | Email: [email protected] Hands Korea is a recruiting and consulting firm based in Seoul, Korea. Our services are 100% free of charge for TEFL teachers. We place candidates from all over the world into great schools throughout Korea, with a specific focus on Gyeongido Province. We are dedicated to providing you not only with a wonderful job, but also aim to guide you through your time here with various social events and classroom support, for those entirely new to EFL teaching. No prior teaching experience or background in education is necessary. Any university degree will do, and a TEFL qualification is a distinct advantage. Salary and benefits: -Airfare reimbursement upon arrival in Korea. - Free...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Korea (4) Date posted:2013-12-10 | Writer: Hands Korea | Email: [email protected] Hands Korea is a recruiting and consulting firm based in Seoul, Korea. Our services are 100% free of charge for TEFL teachers. We place candidates from all over the world into great schools throughout Korea, with a specific focus on Gyeongido Province. We are dedicated to providing you not only with a wonderful job, but also aim to guide you through your time here with various social events and classroom support, for those entirely new to EFL teaching. No prior teaching experience or background in education is necessary. Any university degree will do, and a TEFL qualification is a distinct advantage. Salary and benefits: -Airfare reimbursement upon arrival in Korea. - Free...  [Read more]

Brennan Global Corp. Teach in S. Korea! $2,000-$2,600 USD mo. (Free housing, bonus, one-way airfare, pension, and National Health Insurance) Greetings! We have been placing teachers in Korea since 2005 with zero complaints, and this is because we at TEIK (www.teachenglishinkorea.org) are a husband-and-wife team (Brad and Yumi) who have both taught, lived, and worked in Korea for TEIK. We pride ourselves on being a boutique recruitment agency that always focuses on our teachers getting the best job opportunity that fits the teacher's qualifications, experience, and preferences. We are a very laid-back, low-pressure ex-pat owned and run agency. TEIK is the best run recruitment agency placing high-quality teachers at high-quality schools. We only work with schools with an excellent track...  [Read more]

Public School TEFL Jobs in South Korea Date posted:2017-09-21 | Writer: Handskorea Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Since the world has become more globalized, English has become the major language people use internationally. Thus, English education in Korea has shot up in the past few years. As a result, government and schools are now starting to increase the number of foreign teachers in Korea. Currently, Handskorea Recruiting is looking for numerous EFL teachers who are dedicated and passionate. No experience in these fields is necessary. Teaching in Korea is a rewarding and valuable experience and a great chance to wide your views by travelling around Korea, which has one of the oldest cultures in the world. Positions are available at public schools. You can expect a...  [Read more]

Public School TEFL Jobs in South Korea Date posted:2017-09-21 | Writer: Handskorea Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Since the world has become more globalized, English has become the major language people use internationally. Thus, English education in Korea has shot up in the past few years. As a result, government and schools are now starting to increase the number of foreign teachers in Korea. Currently, Handskorea Recruiting is looking for numerous EFL teachers who are dedicated and passionate. No experience in these fields is necessary. Teaching in Korea is a rewarding and valuable experience and a great chance to wide your views by travelling around Korea, which has one of the oldest cultures in the world. Positions are available at public schools. You can expect a...  [Read more]

TEFL in Incheon, Korea Date posted:2006-03-07 | Writer: WORKnPLAY Corp | Email: [email protected]   Incheon Public School Position Description   Incheon Public School is looking for English Teachers to teach classes ranging from Elementary to high school level, starting in April. Benefits include furnished accommodation and paid airfare.     1) Salary:1.8 ~ 2.3 mil Korean won (depends on the qualifications) 2)Single housing 3) 300, 000 won settlement pay 4) 100% severance pay 5) A round trip airfare 6)April 1st start 7)2 weeks (calendar day) paid vacation in summer and winter 8) 50% medical insurance, 100% industrial insurance, National pension plan 9) Working Schedule: 9:00am~5:00pm(Elementary School), 8:30am~4:30pm(Middle and High School) 10) Class hours...  [Read more]

TEFL in Incheon, Korea Date posted:2006-03-07 | Writer: WORKnPLAY Corp | Email: [email protected]   Incheon Public School Position Description   Incheon Public School is looking for English Teachers to teach classes ranging from Elementary to high school level, starting in April. Benefits include furnished accommodation and paid airfare.     1) Salary:1.8 ~ 2.3 mil Korean won (depends on the qualifications) 2)Single housing 3) 300, 000 won settlement pay 4) 100% severance pay 5) A round trip airfare 6)April 1st start 7)2 weeks (calendar day) paid vacation in summer and winter 8) 50% medical insurance, 100% industrial insurance, National pension plan 9) Working Schedule: 9:00am~5:00pm(Elementary School), 8:30am~4:30pm(Middle and High School) 10) Class hours...  [Read more]

Jobs in Korea For TEFL Qualified Teachers Date posted:2017-03-07 | Writer: Handskorea Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Hands Korea is a recruiting and consulting firm based in Seoul, Korea. We place TEFL qualified candidates from all over the world into great schools throughout Korea.​ We are dedicated to assist you in getting a wonderful job as well as guiding you through your entire time here in Korea. We also offer various social events and classroom support for those entirely new to teaching. Currently we are looking numerous EFL teachers who are dedicated and passionate. No experience in these fields is necessary - this is an ideal opportunity for newly qualified TEFL graduates. Teaching in Korea would be rewarding and valuable experience and a great chance to widen your...  [Read more]

Jobs in Korea For TEFL Qualified Teachers Date posted:2017-03-07 | Writer: Handskorea Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Hands Korea is a recruiting and consulting firm based in Seoul, Korea. We place TEFL qualified candidates from all over the world into great schools throughout Korea.​ We are dedicated to assist you in getting a wonderful job as well as guiding you through your entire time here in Korea. We also offer various social events and classroom support for those entirely new to teaching. Currently we are looking numerous EFL teachers who are dedicated and passionate. No experience in these fields is necessary - this is an ideal opportunity for newly qualified TEFL graduates. Teaching in Korea would be rewarding and valuable experience and a great chance to widen your...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching English in South Korea and China - Alumni Report by Linda D. TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! What is your nationality? American and German Table of Contents What is your nationality? What city and state are you from? How old are you? What is your education level and background? Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been? Where did you study? What made you interested in going to teach English abroad? What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad? Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT? Which TEFL certification course did you take? How did you like the course? How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position? Which city and country did you decide to teach English...  [Read more]