Teaching English in South Korea (Private Schools)

Nestled on the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, South Korea remains eternally bound (in a geographical sense) to North Korea but the official union between the two countries ended back in 1945. To the west lies the Yellow Sea and beyond that mainland China and to the Southeast the Korea Straight and eventually Japan. Winters are cold with frequent snow and summers are warm, verging on hot.

South Korea's TEFL market is booming and native-speaking teachers are in high demand but competition can be fierce and finding a reputable language school can be tough. Our TEFL Jobs Abroad will eliminate those problems, leaving you with a high salary and a great opportunity.

A Few Details...

By using the job placement service for South Korea teaching in a private language school you will earn around $1620 a month. Free accommodation is provided in a shared house or flat. At the end of your contract you will be given a bonus of around a months pay. On top of that, your flights will be reimbursed up to £500 (approx  €750.00 / USD$990.00 ).

How does the job placement service work?

i-to-i work with reputable TEFL partners all around the world to help TEFL wannabes find a great job overseas! Upon application to the job placement service we'll put you in contact with our in-country partners who will help you find a great job in a school or language institute, meaning they'll do the job searching for you!

Please note that the job placement service does not guarantee that an applicant will be offered a position. A job offer will be made providing you meet the initial requirements, you 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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What can you expect in South Korea (Private Schools)

• Salary: Up to 2,000,000 won, approximately $1620.
• Accommodation: Private bedroom in rent-free fully furnished shared accommodation.
• Flights: You will be reimbursed for your flights
• Arrival: Meet and greet service at the airport plus orientation and transfer to school.
• Locations: Throughout South Korea.
• Contract length: 1 year.
• Departure dates: Departure dates are available throughout the year.
• Student age range: Age 3 - adult.

Requirements for South Korea (Private Schools)

i-to-i's Overseas Partner requires that all candidates meet the following criteria:

• Native English speaker - Must be a holder of a native English passport, e.g., UK, Irish, Australian, New Zealand, USA, Canadian or South African.
• TEFL qualification (100-hr Online TEFL/120-hr Weekend TEFL recommended with the young learners module).
• University degree holder. Some Schools may accept University students who have studied at least 2 years of their degree.

Despite its friendly and open people, South Korea is an essentially conservative country. As with all of South East Asia, appearance is very importance. When submitting your passport photo as part of the application, please bear this in mind. Prominent tattoos, facial piercings and bright pink hair, probably wouldn't be a good idea!

Frequently asked questions about teaching in South Korea (Private Schools)

1. What age and level will I be teaching?

Students range from 3 to adults. Candidates can make preferences as to what age groups they would like to teach

2. How many students are there in each class?

The class size can range from 5-30 students, depending on the age and type of school.

3. How long are the classes?

Classes can be varied times depending on the school. Expect 40-60 minutes as a maximum.

4. 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.

5. Will I be teaching alone or in a team?

Generally teaching on your own, but there is some team teaching

6. What kind of school will I be teaching in?

You will be teaching in either a public or private school. Candidates can make a preference.

Frequently asked questions about employment in South Korea (Private Schools)

1. How much will I be paid?

You will be paid approximately $1620 per month in Won into your local bank account (you will be assisted in setting this up on arrival.) The tax rate is 3.2-5.5%.

The cost of living is approximately $750 per month (please note that this is a guide only).

2. Do I receive a bonus or flight re-imbursement?

You will receive a flight reimbursement

3. How many days holiday will I receive per year?

Depending on the number of hours you work and the school, candidates can expect anything from 2 – 5 weeks holiday.

4. What are my working hours?

Various. Generally Monday – Friday or Monday – Saturday

5. Can I renew my contract?

Your contract can be extended

6. What happens if I need to break my contract?

This is a very serious decision. If the teacher needs to leave early, we hope they will handle professionally and give sufficient notice.

7. When should I book my flights?

It is your responsibility to book and pay for your flights, and to arrive in good time for your flight. We advise you refrain from booking your flights until you have signed your teaching contract.

8. 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.

9. What visa do I need?

Our in-country partner will advise 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.

100 Hour Online and 120 Weekend TEFL course

i-to-i's overseas partner requires that all applicants have a TEFL qualification to apply for the positions. If you need to get TEFL qualified, i-to-i's 100 Hour Online and 120 Weekend TEFL courses are our most comprehensive TEFL courses, providing you with in-depth TEFL training. Not only will you receive in-depth theory training, but also specialist courses for every teaching situation. Increasing the number of hours of study will also give you more confidence, make your CV more attractive and maximize your earning potential.

Choosing the 120-Hour Weekend TEFL course also adds practical training your certification!

• Internationally Accredited Certificate
• 20 hour Weekend TEFL Course*
• 20 hour Specialist Certificate in Grammar
• 40 hour Online Course
• Video & audio tutorials
• Personal 1 to 1 tutor support
• Lifetime Access to Teaching Helpdesk
• 40 hours in 8 Specialist Certificates

*Not included in the 100-hour Online TEFL Course