English Teaching Jobs In Korea
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Kristen Said:
Is it easy finding jobs teaching english in Korea or Japan?We Answered:
I know from experience that you can definately find a teaching job in Korea so long as you have ANY 4 year degree. It does not have to be an Enlish degree, you can have any major that you want. Of course, having a TESL Certificate (Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate) would be an asset, but it is not required.When you are looking for work, make sure to include a picture with your resume. Trust me, if you have a 'North American' or 'Western' looking face, the schools will be more interested in you. Having a 'foreigner' work for a Korean school is an asset for the school, as the parents of the students will be greatly impressed.
Some reputable schools you might want to look into are, PAGODA Language School (teaching University students/adults), Jung Chul Language Schools (teaching mostly children), and Kids Club Language Schools (teaching only children). All of these schools have many locations, great teaching materials, and good reputations for treating teachers fairly.
Teaching in Korea pays a little less than in Japan (your salary will be between $1900.00 USD - $2500.00 USD per month), but the cost of living in Korea is dramatically less than living in Japan.
Generally, you will teach between 25-30 classes/week, and classes are between 40-60 minutes long, depending on the school. You could expect to work for approximately 6 hours a day, not including report cards, and making tests and other materials.
You can really be scammed by some schools (and their owners). Please, be careful to fully research any school that you do choose. Teaching English is such a rewarding job, and living abroad is and experience that you will never forget.
I hope that this helps you, bye^^
Heather Said:
Who can I contact for information on English teaching jobs in Korea for a Korean national?We Answered:
You said you are a "Korean national."If you are a Korean national, you will not need any visa whatsoever to work in Korea.
"National" means you have citizenship in the country.
I am an American national. This means I have an American passport, and can go back to America and work whenever I feel like it. I could get on a plane tomorrow with a one way ticket, and work in America until the day I died.
FOREIGNERS (people without Korean citizenship), like white people, Korean-Americans, Filipinos, Indonesians, Russians, etc. need visas to work in Korea. Korean-Americans usually have the F-4 visa, whereas the other groups are usually stuck with inferior work visas like E-2, D-3, etc. Despite what anyone may tell you, a FOREIGNER is someone without Korean citizenship. Legally, Korean-Americans without Korean citizenship are FOREIGNERS just like everybody else (though they may claim they aren't, international law says otherwise).
However, since you are a "Korean national," you will not need any visa whatsoever. Just get a one-way ticket, fly to Korea, and apply for jobs.
However, since you are a Korean national, you need to worry about being drafted. Since you have Korean citizenship, you will need to spend two years in the military.
Don Said:
Is it easy finding jobs teaching english in Korea of Japan?We Answered:
Have you considered going through the JET (Japan Exchange and Teaching) program? They send you to Japan to teach English for one year and they pay. You don't have to have a degree in English or Education to be able to join.Take a look at these sites:
http://www.jetprogramme.org
http://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/jet
Edit: No, you have to know Japanese to join the JET program. In fact, it's discouraged.
Margaret Said:
How to prepare myself for a south Korea English teaching job phone interview?We Answered:
Koreans are very observant about accent. Always use a neutral or American accent. Be spontaneous but tactful. Never interrupt them as this is a sign of impoliteness. It is always an advantage if you are good with rapport-building.They will probably ask about your qualifications, education and experience in ESL teaching.
Be prepared also for an on the spot teaching demo (some actually asks for one on the first interview)
good luck!
Darlene Said:
Is it easy to find jobs teaching english in Korea or Japan?We Answered:
i have friends who went to korea and japan to teach english. THey both told me you have to have a bachelor degree in the U.S and you will get room and board, and salary. salary is approx 30-40k but remember that your apt/ or room is already taken care of (and also you dont have a car). i'm not sure about japan but i was told that if you go to korea - get employed by public school then find some parents who wants private tutoring - that's where the big bux are.