General FAQS About ESL Jobs in Korea

In this article, I will briefly discuss the general Faqs about ESL jobs in Korea…

Where can I teach English in Korea?

To answer this question, you should ask consider two options: teaching in a smaller city in Korea or teaching in a major metropolis. From there, you can a look at the available teaching jobs that we have each month and apply to those that seem like a good fit.

Do you need tefl to teach in Korea?

If you have not taught English as second language (ESL), then you would want to get TEFL certified. Here is a list of the best TEFL courses to teach English in Korea.

Most schools in Korea believe this is a basic requirement, so it is in your benefit to get yourself certified. It will also better help you understand what to do in the classroom once you start actually teaching in Korea. There are 1000’s of courses online, but don’t pick just any as most will not be accepted.

What are the best cities to teach English in South Korea?

The best way to answer this question is to ask yourself the question: “What do I want to achieve from my year teaching English in South Korea”. For example, if your goal is saving a lot of money, you would want to teach in a smaller city where the cost of living is much less than a larger metropolis such as Seoul.

On the other hand, if you are simply looking to have fun, meet people and just enjoy your life in Korea, then maybe a larger city like Daegu, Incheon or Seoul would be better for you. Just don’t get swayed by what the so called experts on Reddit say. It’s your year (or more) so decide what is best for you. It is also helpful to speak to your Placement Coordinator to get their advice.

Is teaching English in Korea easy?

Teaching English in Korea isn’t as easy as you would think. Teachers are expected to follow the school’s set curricula and to follow the training provided. Teaching in Korea isn’t just babysitting as it once was many years ago but is still a lot of fun and is certainly not the most difficult job in the world!

Can you teach English in Korea forever?

While one could technically teach English in Korea forever, it isn’t something many people do for more than a few years. A lot of people who stay in Korea for more than 3-5 years tend to move up in their schools to higher positions.

How much money do I need to bring to teach abroad in Korea?

It’s a good idea to bring money with you to Korea as you will receive your first paycheck at the end of the first working month. $500-700 is plenty and should hold you over until you get paid. Schools will often not mind giving you an advance on your pay for the first month, should you need one.

Do I need travel insurance to teach overseas?

It’s an excellent idea to get traveler’s insurance to teach in Korea. It’s very inexpensive and something that will cover you during your time in Korea and other countries you may visit while in Asia. Your school will assist with your health insurance but this only covers reduced fees on medication and doctor’s visits, so it’s very limited.

Do I need immunization shots to teach in Korea?

Possibly. There is little risk of catching anything while you are teaching in Korea; however you should get a Hepatitis shot if you are not up to date. Check with your doctor and/or the Korean Embassy. If you plan on going to other countries from Korea, it is easier and much less costly to get additional immunization shots while you’re there.

Source: https://www.travelandteachrecruiting.com/teaching-in-korea-f-a-q/