Salary In South Korea

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

Full time teacher required to teach EFL in Korea Date posted:2004-03-22 | Writer: InterGlobal Recruitment | Email: [email protected] We are looking for people who want to work in South Korea as English teachers   Job Title :English Teacher Job Location :All areas in South Korea   Company introduction : InterGlobal Recruitment(Contact us) is a recruiting agency based in USA hiring people for private English schools as English teachers in South Korea. We hired more than 70 people last year and placed them in South Korea as English teachers. We will assist a candidate?s working visa process in USA as well as candidate's relocation to South Korea.   Job duties : 1. Teach English to Korean students Reading, writing, speaking and simple conversation 2. Students...  [Read more]

Full time teacher required to teach EFL in Korea Date posted:2004-03-22 | Writer: InterGlobal Recruitment | Email: [email protected] We are looking for people who want to work in South Korea as English teachers   Job Title :English Teacher Job Location :All areas in South Korea   Company introduction : InterGlobal Recruitment(Contact us) is a recruiting agency based in USA hiring people for private English schools as English teachers in South Korea. We hired more than 70 people last year and placed them in South Korea as English teachers. We will assist a candidate?s working visa process in USA as well as candidate's relocation to South Korea.   Job duties : 1. Teach English to Korean students Reading, writing, speaking and simple conversation 2. Students...  [Read more]

Public School TEFL Jobs in South Korea Date posted:2018-10-18 | Writer: Handskorea | 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. So, with government and schools now starting to increase the number of foreign teachers in Korea, there are plenty of opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. Currently, we are looking numerous ESL teachers who are dedicated and passionate. No experience in these fields is necessary.   Teaching in Korea would be rewarding and valuable experience and a great chance to wide your views by travelling Korea where has one of the oldest cultures in the world.   Positions are available at public...  [Read more]

Public School TEFL Jobs in South Korea Date posted:2018-10-18 | Writer: Handskorea | 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. So, with government and schools now starting to increase the number of foreign teachers in Korea, there are plenty of opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. Currently, we are looking numerous ESL teachers who are dedicated and passionate. No experience in these fields is necessary.   Teaching in Korea would be rewarding and valuable experience and a great chance to wide your views by travelling Korea where has one of the oldest cultures in the world.   Positions are available at public...  [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]

What is the EPIK program for teaching English in South Korea? EPIK stands for the English Program in Korea, a scheme run by the South Korean government that places foreign teachers into schools across the country to work as English language instructors. EPIK is one of the largest and most popular schemes of its kind as it offers a competitive salary, a good range of extra benefits, and the chance to experience living and working in a unique cultural environment. If you meet the specified criteria then you could be one of the thousand plus teachers heading to South Korea this year to join the program. 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...  [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]

ESL Teacher Needed in South Korea Date posted:2020-12-16 | Writer: PlanetESL | Email: [email protected] Use your TEFL skills to teach elementary schools students in Seoul, South Korea.PlanetESL is a recruiting and teacher placement agency operating out of Seoul, South Korea over 15 years. We have extensive experience in the ESL field in Korea and really understand the needs and concerns of teachers coming to a foreign country to work and live. Our aim at PlanetESL today more than ever is to provide comprehensive, knowledgeable and professional guidance to prospective ESL teachers who have the sincere desire to come to South Korea to teach English while at the same time learning about the richness and uniqueness of Korean culture and everyday life.We strive, through dedication, hard work...  [Read more]

ESL Teacher Needed in South Korea Date posted:2020-12-16 | Writer: PlanetESL | Email: [email protected] Use your TEFL skills to teach elementary schools students in Seoul, South Korea.PlanetESL is a recruiting and teacher placement agency operating out of Seoul, South Korea over 15 years. We have extensive experience in the ESL field in Korea and really understand the needs and concerns of teachers coming to a foreign country to work and live. Our aim at PlanetESL today more than ever is to provide comprehensive, knowledgeable and professional guidance to prospective ESL teachers who have the sincere desire to come to South Korea to teach English while at the same time learning about the richness and uniqueness of Korean culture and everyday life.We strive, through dedication, hard work...  [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]

Teach English and Travel in South Korea Date posted:2020-10-24 | Writer: Korea Global Connections | Email: [email protected] Use your TEFL skills to work and travel in South Korea. Teaching Conversational English to Korean Students.You will only speak English at school.Curriculum and Teaching materials are provided. An English speaking director will guide and train you before you start teaching. When you become 60 years, what kind of memory would you like to have? South Korea will give a once in a lifetime experience.Why Korea Global Connections?Korea Global Connections was founded in 2002 and has placed lots of native level English teachers to schools in South Korea. Our company motto is to listen to what you would want and offer you the best suitable positions. And also we meet you in...  [Read more]

Teach English and Travel in South Korea Date posted:2020-10-24 | Writer: Korea Global Connections | Email: [email protected] Use your TEFL skills to work and travel in South Korea. Teaching Conversational English to Korean Students.You will only speak English at school.Curriculum and Teaching materials are provided. An English speaking director will guide and train you before you start teaching. When you become 60 years, what kind of memory would you like to have? South Korea will give a once in a lifetime experience.Why Korea Global Connections?Korea Global Connections was founded in 2002 and has placed lots of native level English teachers to schools in South Korea. Our company motto is to listen to what you would want and offer you the best suitable positions. And also we meet you in...  [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]

Teach TEFL in Korea - Seoul Date posted:2003-09-01 | Writer: American Language School | Email: [email protected] English teachers needed American Language School in South Korea. Franchised English school headoffice, American Language School, in South Korea is looking for people who want to teach English in South Korea for 1 year as full time positions.? ALS is one of the biggest franchised English school has over 100 branches at all areas in South Korea. We need 15 teachers by 2003, 25 teachers for year 2004. Hiring schedule and number of teachers needed : September : 5 positions available October : 3 positions available November : 2 positions available December : 5 positions available   Candidates who are interested in our job openings, should contact by e-mail to our...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Korea - Seoul Date posted:2003-09-01 | Writer: American Language School | Email: [email protected] English teachers needed American Language School in South Korea. Franchised English school headoffice, American Language School, in South Korea is looking for people who want to teach English in South Korea for 1 year as full time positions.? ALS is one of the biggest franchised English school has over 100 branches at all areas in South Korea. We need 15 teachers by 2003, 25 teachers for year 2004. Hiring schedule and number of teachers needed : September : 5 positions available October : 3 positions available November : 2 positions available December : 5 positions available   Candidates who are interested in our job openings, should contact by e-mail to our...  [Read more]

Public School Positions (EPIK Spring 2024) South Korea Date posted:2023-12-18 | Writer: Korvia Consulting | Email: [email protected] Greetings! Would you like to find a way to live abroad here in South Korea and earn a living while getting to explore South Korea?Become a public school teacher here in South Korea through EPIK! With over 10 years of experience and a crew of members who are experts with EPIK, we are one of the few official partners with the EPIK program!Applications for the Spring intake have started since August, but know that you are not late! Please fill out the Korvia Application on our website! We are excited to help with the upcoming intake!EPIK (English Program in Korea) is a public school English teaching program in Korea sponsored by the Korean government that...  [Read more]

Public School Positions (EPIK Spring 2024) South Korea Date posted:2023-12-18 | Writer: Korvia Consulting | Email: [email protected] Greetings! Would you like to find a way to live abroad here in South Korea and earn a living while getting to explore South Korea?Become a public school teacher here in South Korea through EPIK! With over 10 years of experience and a crew of members who are experts with EPIK, we are one of the few official partners with the EPIK program!Applications for the Spring intake have started since August, but know that you are not late! Please fill out the Korvia Application on our website! We are excited to help with the upcoming intake!EPIK (English Program in Korea) is a public school English teaching program in Korea sponsored by the Korean government that...  [Read more]