Private Schools In Korea

Teach EFL in a Private School in South Korea! Date posted:2018-01-25 | Writer: Reach to Teach | Email: [email protected] Reach To Teach's South Korea program is one of our most popular teach abroad programs, and for good reason. We place hundreds of happy teachers in South Korea each year. With Reach To Teach, you can count on being placed at an excellent school that will take good care of you. No scams. No hassles. Check out our program reviews to see what teachers have to say about us! We have many openings at various schools located throughout Korea  START DATES: We have positions starting throughout the year. TEACHING REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree Native Speaker from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK, and the US Preference for positions is...  [Read more]

Are public or private schools better for teaching English in South Korea? In South Korea, English teachers often find opportunities in two main sectors: government-run public schools and private language institutes called hagwons. Both options present competitive salaries and benefits. However, there are distinct differences between them. Public schools might have a more structured environment, while hagwons offer flexibility but can come with varied work hours. Ultimately, the best choice depends on individual preferences and priorities. Table of Contents What are the differences in the hiring process? What are the differences in salary? What extra benefits should I receive? What are the differences in working hours? What are the differences in vacation time? What other differences...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in a Private School in South Korea! Date posted:2018-01-25 | Writer: Reach to Teach | Email: [email protected] Reach To Teach's South Korea program is one of our most popular teach abroad programs, and for good reason. We place hundreds of happy teachers in South Korea each year. With Reach To Teach, you can count on being placed at an excellent school that will take good care of you. No scams. No hassles. Check out our program reviews to see what teachers have to say about us! We have many openings at various schools located throughout Korea  START DATES: We have positions starting throughout the year. TEACHING REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree Native Speaker from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK, and the US Preference for positions is...  [Read more]

Are public or private schools better for teaching English in South Korea? The vast majority of teachers who work in South Korea are employed by either a government run public school or a private language school known as a hagwon. Both types of employer offer good salaries and other benefits but there are a few differences that might sway your decision either way. What are the differences in the hiring process? Most public and private school positions are filled in advance, meaning you will apply and interview for the job before you leave your home country. The hiring process for public schools generally follows a set timetable that includes two regular start dates. Online applications begin in April for start dates in August/September, and in October for start dates in February/March....  [Read more]

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Private or Public Schools in South Korea - Where is it Better to Teach English? Teachers in South Korea either work for private language institutes, called Hagwons, or public schools through the government-funded EPIK program. Both options are highly popular and offer good salaries and other benefits. However, there are a couple of distinct differences that might help you to decide whether working at a private or public school in South Korea is a better fit for you. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Differences in the Hiring Process Differences in Salary Differences in Working Hours Differences in Vacation Time Other Differences Between Public and Private Schools in South Korea Which School Type Suits You Most?...  [Read more]

Types of Teaching Jobs in South Korea SOURCE: www . gooverseas . com/blog/how-to-get-a-job-teaching-english-in-south-korea Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [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]

TEFL Seoul | TEFL South Korea NIIED – National Institute for International Education ITTT has a mutual cooperation in place with NIIED, the government Education Ministry in South Korea, to promote international education through the EPIK teacher training program as a service to our graduates. South Korea is a small but incredibly beautiful country, and during the 4 week TEFL you will have fantastic opportunities to experience the rich culture and history. Not only will you have the chance for local excursions, but based in Incheon, you will be less than an hour away from the lively city of Seoul on the express train. The first week of your program includes in-depth cultural orientations, ensuring you deeply understand the Korean way of life and culture. This includes a welcome...  [Read more]

What is a hagwon and are they a good place to work? A hagwon is a specialized educational institution in South Korea, distinct from the standard public school system. It operates primarily as a private academy, catering to students who seek supplementary education, especially in subjects like English. While the public school system offers foundational education, hagwons focus on enhancing and refining a student's knowledge. Approximately 95% of South Korean students enroll in a hagwon at some point in their educational journey, indicating their significant role in the Korean academic landscape. Given their prominence, hagwons present a vast majority of employment opportunities for EFL teachers in South Korea. However, potential educators should thoroughly research individual hagwons and...  [Read more]

Lesson Higher TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Lesson Higher TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.T. - Korea said: Problems for English Learners in korea There are a variety of problems facing language learners in korea. In the course of this paper I will avoid discussing the obvious issues, such as the "L/R" pronunciation problem that is typical of Asian students, and focus on further reaching ones. The issues I intend to address are cultural and institutional. That is to say, that korean culture and the education system itself presents a unique set of problems for language...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Korea - Seoul Date posted:2006-04-10 | Writer: ATC Avail Teachers Consulting | Email: [email protected] English teachers required for private and public schools in Seoul and surrounding areas. Students range from 6-15 years old with abilities from beginner to intermediate level. Benefits include attractive salary, furnished accommodation and paid holidays.       1. More information about the schools There are two type of schools: 1) Private English institutes (after school program) located in Seoul and Seoul suburban area. ATC has around more than 80% set clients so that we can always give very realistic information about schools and can provide a current teacher's email or phone number to contact.   2) Public Elementary, Middle, High school under the...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Korea - Seoul Date posted:2006-04-10 | Writer: ATC Avail Teachers Consulting | Email: [email protected] English teachers required for private and public schools in Seoul and surrounding areas. Students range from 6-15 years old with abilities from beginner to intermediate level. Benefits include attractive salary, furnished accommodation and paid holidays.       1. More information about the schools There are two type of schools: 1) Private English institutes (after school program) located in Seoul and Seoul suburban area. ATC has around more than 80% set clients so that we can always give very realistic information about schools and can provide a current teacher's email or phone number to contact.   2) Public Elementary, Middle, High school under the...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know! Hi and welcome to another live session from ITTT. My name is Linda and I'm here today to talk about teaching English in South Korea. Table of Contents Watch the live session here Mandy has asked if I teach in a public or private school or is it all private? I can see a lot of questions already coming in, that's awesome. Great question from Amy. Should anyone even bother looking into teaching abroad while there are COVID lockdowns in place? Mandy says, I'm interested in teaching abroad but South Korea is my ultimate place to teach. I just got done with the TEFL course and I have to finish my practicum to get my certificate. Amy asks, does he still celebrate his...  [Read more]

Teaching Positions Available in South Korea Date posted:2023-05-16 | Writer: SeoulESL - ESL Consulting | Email: [email protected] We have information on various English teaching jobs throughout all of South Korea. Our list of jobs ranges from kindergarten, elementary, secondary, gyopo, private academy and international school positions.The starting dates for these jobs range throughout the year and applicants may apply at any time. Our schools and academies have solid curriculums and offer well-organized teaching materials as well. Due to these curriculums, teaching materials, and teacher training programs, even teachers with little or no experience will be able to adapt quickly to the life of an English teacher.We have placed numerous native English teachers in schools all around Korea...  [Read more]

Teaching Positions Available in South Korea Date posted:2023-05-16 | Writer: SeoulESL - ESL Consulting | Email: [email protected] We have information on various English teaching jobs throughout all of South Korea. Our list of jobs ranges from kindergarten, elementary, secondary, gyopo, private academy and international school positions.The starting dates for these jobs range throughout the year and applicants may apply at any time. Our schools and academies have solid curriculums and offer well-organized teaching materials as well. Due to these curriculums, teaching materials, and teacher training programs, even teachers with little or no experience will be able to adapt quickly to the life of an English teacher.We have placed numerous native English teachers in schools all around Korea...  [Read more]

Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know!   Hi and welcome to another live session from ITTT. My name is Linda and I'm here today to talk about teaching English in South Korea. Let me just show you today's topic so that everybody who's joining knows what's happening today. Today we're talking about teaching English in South Korea and I'm so excited about this topic and it's actually been a super requested topic every time I do a live session. I've been living in Korea for almost six years and I have been teaching a few different classes. I have done summer camps and winter camps and teaching kids and teaching adults, teaching business English, teaching conversation, teaching full-time at a kindergarten and elementary school with afternoon programs and stuff like that....  [Read more]

Provider Professional TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Provider Professional TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts G. R. - Korea said: English as a Global LanguageFrom the language used in airports and international governing bodies like the United Nations, English has become a global language. The internet, being the chief contributor to globalization, uses English as its primary form of communication. How has the spread of English affected countries that have never before concerned themselves with its acquisition? In countries like South korea, teaching English as a second...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Several Problems South Korean Students Face Learning English This essay examines English education in South Korea and its socio-cultural problems. The discussion draws on my personal beliefs and experiences. First, the history of Korean education is laid out by illustrating the cultural background of Korean society. Following that, it traces the problems of learners of the English language in Korea and tips on how to improve their learning. Table of Contents National Background Education System Speaking Challenges How to improve Korean's English speaking Do you want to teach English in South Korea? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nayoung H. Please note that...  [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]

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in South Korea There are many great places to teach English abroad and one place that comes up a lot when researching the topic is South Korea. It's true that thousands of new teachers head to South Korea each year to pursue a career in teaching English as a foreign language for good reasons! Table of Contents English Education Is a Million Dollar Business In Korea Opportunities All Around the Country Attractive Salaries and Benefits Government-Funded Teaching Programs For Foreign Teachers Vibrant Culture and Picturesque Scenery Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English in South Korea? Related Articles: Here are 5 reasons why you should teach English in South Korea. English Education...  [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]

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]

Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know! 02/03/2021 hi and welcome to another live session by itt my name is linda and i'm here today um to talk about teaching english in south korea so welcome welcome um i'm just gonna wait for um people to join please do let me know if you can hear me if you can see me or if you're not if you can't hear me if there's a problem if anything's wrong uh because that would be um bad obviously so yeah drop a comment um just leave a high and uh where you're tuning in from that would be really helpful let me know where you guys are watching from and um yeah i can see a few people have joined already hi thanks so much for joining awesome okay i got a yes i can hear you from mika awesome or micah sorry if i pronounce that wrong but yeah uh yeah...  [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]

Native English speaking teacher wanted to teach EFL in Korea Date posted:2002-03-28 | Writer: Englishwork.com | Email: [email protected] EnglishWork.com is a recruiting agency specializing in the ESL Job industry in Korea. We have been devoted exclusively to helping native English speakers and school administrators obtain and fill positions in ESL/EFL Schools in Korea. The agency, directed by experienced recruiters and placement counsellors, has placed hundreds teachers through the years. We use our expertise in the hiring process to bring about a successful result for both candidates and schools alike. Qualification 1) Be a Native Speaker of English Speaking Country (America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, England) 2) Hold a Bachelor's degree or higher. (You do not need teaching...  [Read more]

Native English speaking teacher wanted to teach EFL in Korea Date posted:2002-03-28 | Writer: Englishwork.com | Email: [email protected] EnglishWork.com is a recruiting agency specializing in the ESL Job industry in Korea. We have been devoted exclusively to helping native English speakers and school administrators obtain and fill positions in ESL/EFL Schools in Korea. The agency, directed by experienced recruiters and placement counsellors, has placed hundreds teachers through the years. We use our expertise in the hiring process to bring about a successful result for both candidates and schools alike. Qualification 1) Be a Native Speaker of English Speaking Country (America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, England) 2) Hold a Bachelor's degree or higher. (You do not need teaching...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in South Korea? Securing a job teaching English in South Korea requires specific steps and qualifications. First, aspiring teachers should hold a 4-year college degree and a TEFL certificate. Additionally, you need to be a native English speaker and obtain an E-2 teaching visa. Clean health checks, drug tests, and a clean, national-level criminal record are mandatory. Once successfully employed, teachers can anticipate salaries ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 US monthly. Plus, most employers offer benefits like paid airfares, complimentary housing, and an end-of-contract bonus. Table of Contents What are the requirements for teaching English in South Korea? What Kind of school will I work in teaching English in South Korea? What is the best way to...  [Read more]

ESL teaching positions South Korea Date posted:2024-03-05 | Writer: GLOII Job Consulting | Email: [email protected] Embark on a life-changing adventure as a proactive and passionate English/TEFL/ESL teacher in South Korea! Our prestigious private English school is seeking dedicated educators like you to join our team in Seoul and various major cities in South Korea. Our English school stands as a symbol of excellence, with a renowned national brand encompassing 70 branch schools across the country. If you have a passion for teaching and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Teaching positions will be available from April, May, June 2024 and onwards.  Students aged 5-15 attend the institution and learn through its proprietary Infusion Learning method,...  [Read more]

ESL teaching positions South Korea Date posted:2024-03-05 | Writer: GLOII Job Consulting | Email: [email protected] Embark on a life-changing adventure as a proactive and passionate English/TEFL/ESL teacher in South Korea! Our prestigious private English school is seeking dedicated educators like you to join our team in Seoul and various major cities in South Korea. Our English school stands as a symbol of excellence, with a renowned national brand encompassing 70 branch schools across the country. If you have a passion for teaching and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Teaching positions will be available from April, May, June 2024 and onwards.  Students aged 5-15 attend the institution and learn through its proprietary Infusion Learning method,...  [Read more]