What more could you ask for than a reputable job with free accommodation in an exciting foreign country? You'll earn up to 2,100,000 Won ($1680*) a month and you'll be reimbursed for your flights and receive a bonus on successful completion of your 12 month contract.
Don't know much about South Korea?
South Korea offers TEFL teachers a rich and unique cultural experience, as the country has managed to preserve much of its traditional culture. As a TEFL teacher your adventure will be even more unique, as you'll work closely with locals and gain a deeper insight into this beautiful country and its warm, welcoming people!
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What will you get in South Korea?
- Earn up to 2,100,000 Won ($1680*) a month
- Private bedroom in rent-free fully furnished shared accommodation
- Your flights paid for if you complete the 12 month contract
- Airport pick up and transfer to your school
- A cast iron one year contract with a reputable school
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What do you need to get the job?
- To be able to speak English at a native level
- Citizenship of the UK, US, IRE, AUS, CA, NZ or ZA
- The recommended level of TEFL training (see below) plus young learners training
- University degree holder
- Candidates must apply from their home country in order to obtain the necessary visa
Recommended TEFL Training
Our in-country partners recommend these top-level courses in order to find work with them.
A top level course will increase your prospects, as you'll qualify for more specialised and challenging TEFL jobs with higher salaries. And once you have your TEFL certificate you'll be able to apply for jobs like this all over the world.
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Ready to apply?
If you're ready to apply or just want to find out more, call our TEFL advisors on 877 526 3959, request a free call-back or send us an e-mail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What age level will I be teaching?
You will need to be prepared to teach all levels. Most students are aged 3 to 15.
- How many students are there in each class?
The class size can range from 8-12 students.
- How long are the classes?
Classes can vary depending on the school. Most classes are 40-60 minutes long.
- Are there teaching resources available?
Yes. However, resources are school specific so it would be useful to take some of your own resources with you, such as photos of your family and home, newspapers, posters, leaflets and information on local places of interest which you can use in your lessons.
- Will I be teaching alone or in a team?
You will mostly be teaching alone, but you will have the guidance and support of other teachers and your supervisor.
- What kind of school will I be teaching in?
You will be teaching in either a public or private language school. Candidates can state their preference.
- How much will I be paid?
You will be paid up to 2,100,000 Won ($1680*) a month into your local bank account (you will be assisted in setting this up on arrival.) The tax rate is 3.2-5.5%. To give you an idea…The cost of living is approximately 930,000 Won ($750*) per month (please note that this is a guide only).
- Do I receive a bonus or flight re-imbursement?
You will receive a flight reimbursement up to the value of £650. You will receive 25% on arrival, 25% on completion of three months and the final 50% on successful completion of the 12 month contract. You will also receive a bonus equivalent to one month's salary on successful completion of the 12 month contract.
- How many days holiday will I receive per year?
You will receive 8-10 paid holidays per year.
- What are my teaching hours?
You will teach approximately 30 hours a week. This will generally be Monday - Friday or Monday - Saturday
- Can I renew my contract?
Your contract can be extended.
- What happens if I need to break my contract?
This is a very serious decision. If a teacher needs to leave early, they must handle this professionally and give sufficient notice.
- When should I book my flights?
It is your responsibility to book and pay for your flights. We advise you refrain from booking your flights until you have signed your teaching contract.
- Who is my contract with?
The contract you sign will be with the language school or institute that you will be teaching at, not with i-to-i or with our overseas partner. This means that if you have any complaints regarding your teaching placement you will need to take the matter up with the language school or institute and not with i-to-i.
- What visa do I need?
You must apply for your visa from your home country. Our in-country partner will advise you on the visa process and requirements for this. It is important that you meet all the requirements outlined for the placement as some or all of these may be essential requirements to get the correct working visa.
- Where in Korea will I be teaching?
There are teaching positions available in either public or private language schools across the country.
- When do the placements start?
Placements start throughout the year. Get in touch for more information.
*Currency conversion accurate at time of publication.
Important Information
The TEFL job placement service does not guarantee that an applicant will be offered a position to teach English overseas. A TEFL job offer will be made providing you meet the initial requirements, successfully pass any interview process and that a suitable position is matched to your profile. i-to-i UK Limited is acting as an employment agency for the purposes of the job placement service.
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