What Is South Korea Like

Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know!   Are you interested in teaching English in South Korea or are looking for good options to teach abroad? This live session is held by ITTT TEFL expert Linda, who has been living and teaching English in South Korea for nearly 6 years. #TEFL#BestTEFL #SouthKorea Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

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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]

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]

Company TEFL Training Check out tefl tesol about Company TEFL Training 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 B.F. - U.S.A. said: Problems of learners in North KoreaA nation that has intrigued me many years now is North korea. My wife, who is South korean, and I, traveled to Seoul in 2009 to work with NK refugees. I was able to glean the following facts from the internet about the Hermit Kingdom?s English education process. (The wording is my own.) It is not politically correct to learn English in North korea. Any overt interest in that language or any of its speakers will...  [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 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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

Provider Recommended TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Provider Recommended 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. - U.S.A. said: Problems for korean learnersThe Republic of korea, colloquially South korea, was proclaimed in August 1948 and has since grown into one of Asia?s most affluent countries. After the korean War halted with a tenuous cease fire in 1953, the learning of English as a second language became prominent in korean education. BBC. The focus on English is not without its challenges and missteps, however. South koreans learn English for more than ten years...  [Read more]

Sun, 19 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Difficulties for Teachers Teaching South Korean Students Before starting my TEFL course to gain a more professional basis, I worked as an English teacher in South Korea for about one year. In this short essay, I will explain some of the most prominent difficulties South Korean students seem to face when learning English. Table of Contents Education system Differences in the phonetic systems of Korean and English Syntactic differences Korean culture Do you want to teach English in South-Korea? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Laura M. Education system First and foremost, the educational structure in South Korea is quite different from those of Europe or the United States. Korean kids...  [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]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Best Thing I've Learned From My TEFL/TESOL Course Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Are you interested in taking a TEFL course and teaching English abroad? Here is an alumni report on the best thing our alumni learned from their TEFL/TESOL course. Songs in the ESL Classroom for Younger Beginners Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What better way to teach English than with music! Here are some great tips on how to use songs in an ESL classroom for younger beginners! The Most Common Problems Students in Italy Face When Learning English Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences If you are interested in teaching English in Italy, you should be aware of the issues highlighted in this post. This article covers the most...  [Read more]

Tue, 17 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal Destinations Step-By-Step Guide to Legally Teaching English in South Korea South Korea is one of the most attractive locations for teaching English as a foreign language. The country has been welcoming foreign teachers for decades with lucrative salary and benefit packages, as well as the government-funded EPIK program that places qualified teachers into public schools across the country. South Korea is a great place to work whether you are a new teacher or if you have some experience in the field. However, it is important that you understand the local job market and regulations before heading off on your adventure. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Step 1: Understanding the Visa Situation Step 2: Get Your TEFL Certification ...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Teaching English in South Korea - Should You Teach in the Countryside or City? Prachi and Morgan from AlienEating Destinations Alumni Experiences South Korea is one of the most popular destinations for teaching English abroad. While most teachers settle in the big cities like Seoul or Busan, the countryside also has its benefits. Check out this post to find out the answers to the question: Should you teach in the countryside or city? Teaching English in Spain - Alumni Report by Julia E. Julia Erbacher Alumni Experiences Read about what it's really like teaching English in Spain in this first-hand alumni report by one of our ITTT graduates. Teaching English in Japan - Alumni Report by Gabriella S. Linda Dunsmore Destinations Alumni...  [Read more]

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences When One Teaches, Two Learn - An English Teacher in Korea Shares Her Story I decided to write about the subject I'm an expert in, my personal teaching experience. The focus will be on what I've gained from the last nine years as an EFL instructor. I'll begin by telling you about my first teaching position in rural South Korea. Next, I'll share my experience taking the TEFL course. Finally, I'll discuss my efforts to become an independent online English instructor. I hope my experience can provide some insight into some of the many options for EFL teachers. Table of Contents Teaching English in South Korea English education is everything in South Korea. Taking the next steps towards a career in teaching English Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

How much do TEFL teachers make in Korea? TEFL teachers in South Korea typically earn salaries ranging from $1,600 to $2,700 USD monthly. Schools seeking to hire often offer above-average salaries to attract qualified teachers. South Korea is known for its excellent working conditions, modern facilities, and advanced infrastructure, making it a top destination for English teachers. Salary levels vary based on the type of school - public or private - and the teacher's experience, with experienced educators often commanding higher wages. Table of Contents What are TEFL salaries in South Korea? What other benefits can I expect when teaching English in South Korea? How much can I save while teaching English in South Korea? What are TEFL salaries in South Korea? The actual figure you will see...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What Problems South Korean Students Face While Learning English Koreans take education very, very seriously, yet there are many problems for learners in South Korea. Society deems those who are not good at studying as lazy, and good for nothing, therefore most students study to death. Literally. They go to school extremely early, finish around noon, and then stay at a cram school until late at night. They repeat the same routine over and over again every single day. They even have to study during vacation. This results in students that do not study because they are motivated or because they want to, but simply because they are forced to, and if they do not, they can't enter the college they want or land the job they've always...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 Federico Riva Destinations Alumni Experiences Live Session with ITTT Alumna Brittany from "The Life of Brit" Welcome to another live session this week and we're on at a different time this week. Usually we're a little bit earlier, but we have a special guest today, and that's because she's based in Germany. So we had to change the time a little bit. I'm Linda from ITT, you've probably seen me before, if you've watched us live and I'm here with Brit today. Table of Contents Watch the live session here That's cool, that's exciting. Have you been to Luxemburg? Like I said, we have Brittany here today. We're doing a TEFL talk, sort of a casual TEFL talk today. We are live on Facebook, and we're also live on YouTube. So please don't hesitate to ask questions. Why did you...  [Read more]

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems Students in South Korea Face When Learning English Korean learners of the English language face numerous challenges in acquiring the language on a proficient level, although English is introduced to children at an early age. English is incorporated into the primary school curriculum from the age of four, yet only a small minority master the language on a proficient conversational level. Unfortunately, the reasons seem to stem from cultural and social differences, the significant differences between the two languages; Korean and English, and the Korean Educational System is also a contributing factor. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Problems Relating to Cultural Differences Problems...  [Read more]

The Best Government-Run Programs For Teaching English Abroad 01/14/2021 My name is linda i'm from itt international tefl and tesol training and um yeah i'm back again today for another live session and yeah if you can hear me if you can see me because i'm trying out a new mic today so if that is um working well um i need to know if you can hear me and you can see me so please leave a quick comment um just throwing in a high and where you're watching from so that i know that you can hear me clearly and that you can see me and that you're here and ready to go through today's live and today's topic that would be really really great um yeah my name is linda um working for itt and i have been living in south korea for five and a half years so for me right now it's 10 a.m friday morning in...  [Read more]

Live Session with ITTT Alumna Brittany from 'The Life of Brit'   Welcome to another live session this week and we're on at a different time this week. Usually we're a little bit earlier, but we have a special guest today, and that's because she's based in Germany. So we had to change the time a little bit. I’m Linda from ITT, you've probably seen me before, if you've watched us live and I’m here with Brit today. Hi Brit! Hi, thanks for having me, and painting your time to meet my schedule, and thank you so much for getting up early.I know it's early in Germany right now. just have my coffee and I’m good to go.That's awesome,where in Germany are you exactly? so I’m based near Trier, which is along the border with Luxembourg. So very close to Luxembourg? That's cool,...  [Read more]

Where in South Korea should I teach? For those looking to teach English in South Korea, some of the prime locations to consider are Seoul, known for its modernity and vibrant lifestyle; Daegu, which blends tradition with urban comforts; and Incheon, a port city with an international ambiance. Each city offers a plethora of teaching opportunities, complemented by competitive salaries, affordable living costs, and additional perks like paid accommodation and airfares. Table of Contents Seoul Daegu Daejeon Incheon Jeju City Seoul The capital and biggest city, Seoul, tops the list with the highest number of teaching opportunities. However, the competition can be intense, particularly for first-time teachers. This city never sleeps; from big festivals to diverse nightlife, there is always...  [Read more]

Where in South Korea should I teach? Teaching English abroad is an incredibly popular choice, with Asia being the top region. Amongst this, South Korea stands out due to the vast array of opportunities it offers, making it an attractive destination for teachers worldwide. A substantial number of job openings, impressive infrastructure, affordable living cost, low crime rate, and competitive salaries are all factors that make Korea shine. Moreover, the additional benefits such as paid accommodation and airfares mean that it is commonplace for teachers to save a good portion of their income. But where in Korea should you choose? Here are some of the best cities in the country for teaching. Seoul The capital and biggest city, Seoul, tops the list with the highest number of teaching...  [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]