Teach English In South Korea

On May 6 Our First Group Of English Teachers For This Program Flew To South Korea To Begin Teaching. School in South Korea has begun. We will continue placing teachers into the summer and fall.

Overview

South Korea is a dynamic, advanced country in a class of its own. It's a choice destination for an English teacher because the demand for English instruction is well-developed. There is an emphasis on English education placed on the youth in Korean society. Students are genuinely motivated to learn English. Ultimately, English ability can make the difference between a good life and an ordinary existence for much of the population in South Korea.

How Do I Get Started?

1. Fill out the very brief form on this page. It won't take 30 seconds.
2. If you've just started your research, we recommend that you read this post, which is our definitive guide to teaching abroad.
3. When you're ready to have your questions answered and go through some plans, schedule a call with us. There is no obligation when you speak with us. We're here to answer your questions.
4. Fill out and submit your application with your $350 fee. Why is there a fee? We provide pre-departure assistance, airport pickup, orientation on arrival and a high level of support throughout your experience as well as visa guidance.
5. Fill out our supplemental application and upload the required documents like a copy of your passport, your transcript, photos, medical form, etc.
6. Begin your interviews with schools in South Korea.
7. Next you will receive personalized, step-by-step guidance with document preparation for your visa after you accept a teaching position with the school of your choice.
8. Arrive in South Korea, begin your new teaching job and collect your first paycheck.

What Happens When I Arrive In South Korea?

• We'll meet you at the airport and transfer you to your temporary housing, while you choose an apartment you want to call home. Staff at your school help you navigate the apartments and locations. Your apartment is fully furnished and rent-free.
• Orientation begins.
• GeoVisions Foundation's 24/7 support from the moment you depart your home.
• You have already begun to see the world and get paid.
• The work experience you are receiving in South Korea is envied by future employers.
• You should plan on working approximately 30-40 hours each week, which includes 22-30 hours of instruction each week. (Individual contracts may vary.  Please read through your contract when offered a position by a school.)
• GeoVisions Foundation's 24/7 support from the moment you depart your home.

Duration

One-year contract required. An extra month of salary is paid upon completion of your contract as a bonus for finishing.

Visa

You will receive forms you will need in order to apply for your E2 visa.  We can provide guidance on obtaining your visa.  Please begin looking at the visa requirements for details. 

Eligibility

The most important qualification required by the schools in South Korea is that you must be a native English speaker.

The schools also want to see that you have a desire to change lives and have an unending curiosity for cultural exchange. You don’t need prior teaching experience, a degree in education, or even plans to become a teacher.

• Hold a passport from the U.S. Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa or Ireland. In addition, you must have been in school in one of these countries 10 years, which includes high school and university.
• Must be in good physical and mental health.
• Clear criminal record.
• Must be between 21 and 55.
• No experience necessary. In fact, schools prefer that you have less than five years of teaching experience if you have been teaching.
• You do not need to know any Korean.
• Bachelors degree or higher in any subject is required.
• A commitment to 12 months of employment.
• TEFL certification is required. In fact, schools will assume you will have it by the time you begin your interviews. Applicants who already hold a degree in education, or who can provide signed original letters confirming 2+ years of full-time teaching experience, may opt out of the TEFL course.

Start Dates

Intake dates:

• February (largest intake). Applications should begin 6 months in advance.
• May. Applications should begin at least 3 months in advance.
• August (second largest intake). Applications should begin 6 months in advance.
• November. Applications should begin at least 3 months in advance.

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Fee

$350. If you need to be TEFL Certified, the total fee is $999 and includes our 120-hour accredited online TEFL.

Your Fee Guarantees These Benefits

• Airport transfer to your school.
• Job Placement with a starting salary of around $25,000. You should plan on working approximately 30-40 hours each week, which includes 22-30 hours of instruction each week. (Individual contracts may vary.  Please read through your contract when offered a position by a school.)
• BONUS: An extra month of salary is paid upon completion of your contract as a bonus for finishing.
• Up to 4.5% of your salary is matched by the National Pension Plan and paid out at the end of the year. A great way to save a lot of money while you're in South Korea.
• Professional, locally-based staff to provide orientation, supervision, and guidance throughout your stay.
• Pre-departure assistance.
• International airfare (reimbursed from the school). You will need to purchase your airfare and have it reimbursed in South Korea.
• National health insurance and dental insurance (provided by the school)
• Fully furnished, rent-free accommodations (provided by the school or the school will provide a stipend for housing if noted in their contract.)
• 24/7 support in South Korea and from our offices here.
• Someone assigned to help you with housing.
• New teacher orientation.
• Twelve paid National holidays.
• Ten days paid vacation on top of holidays.
• Visa processing documentation and assistance from South Korea.

* Note all benefits and holiday details in your contract.

What's Not Included

• Meals.
• Local transportation.
• Visa costs.

TEFL Certification