Why?

With the recession, many schools have down sized their number of foreign teachers so there are less positions available.

Also many current teachers are renewing their contracts because they fear they won’t get a job back home because of the bad economic conditions.

If you are looking for a job in Korea, it is best to apply ASAP or you might be out of luck.

It is not a total panic because we do hire every month, it is just jobs are a bit more competitive now.

What are some tips for getting a job?

Make sure you prepare all of your documents ASAP.

You will need:

- passport

- original diploma (university)

- 3 sets of university transcripts (sealed and stamped)

- criminal record check with apostille stamp (If you are from Canada, you won’t need an apostille stamp – just get your CRC notarized at the Korean embassy)

The reason why you should have all of your documents prepared is that there are many last minute positions that come up. If you have all of your documents ready, you will have a good chance of getting selected for a position.

Also at this time, it might be better to be flexible on location. You will have a greater change of getting a job.

Remember if this is your first time teaching in Korea, you should apply from your own country.

South Korea has become the hot spot for new graduates.

Why?

South Korea offers unbeatable contracts.

You can expect to get:

• a FREE roundtrip flight to Korea.
• a FREE furnished apartment.
• a bonus of one month’s salary when you complete your 12 month contract.

Not only that but it is a great chance to:

• Enjoy a high standard of living
• Meet other teachers from all over the world
• Pay off your student loans

Not to mention, the food in Korea is absolutely delicious.

Start your adventure today!

South Korea can’t get enough English teachers.

They are desperate to learn English.

Even though South Korea is a small country, there are tons of ESL jobs available across Korea.

South Korea offers the best contracts in Asia because they pay for your flight upfront. They provide you with FREE accommodation and you also get a bonus of one month’s salary FREE when you complete your contract.

Korea is a cheap country to live in so you can save a lot of money.

Hundreds of university graduates choose South Korea as their number one destination.

[Image via Thomas Roche]

Contact us for more information on ESL jobs in Korea.

1. Speak slowly. Many times foreign teachers speak the same speed they would to ESL students and the students can’t understand them. You have to speak really slowly to ESL students. At first you will feel like you are talking like a robot but it will be easier for your students to understand you.

2. Speak clearly. You really have to pronounce all of your words so ESL students can ear what you are saying properly. Often when people talk naturally, some of their words are slurred. For example “How are you’ll doing?”. You really need to seperate all of you words like this “How are you all doing?”

3. Get the students involved in hands on activities. Learning a new language can be hard and even tedious so make it fun. Get the students involved in some activities that they will enjoy.

4. Expose your students to western culture. ESL students love to learn about new cultures so introduce them to some interesting parts of your culture.

5. Give students many chances to practice speaking. ESL students are despite to perfect their English accent. They can also do this by speaking so any chance you get, practice speaking with them. Involve them in conversations.

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