- Start date: mid-August (full orientation to be followed by placement at assigned school)
- Working days: Monday - Friday
- Working hours: 8.30AM - 4.30PM or 9AM - 5PM (depending on school)
- Total hours: 22 classes per week (so 3 or 4 classes per day)
- Student level: Choose from Elementary, Middle or High School
++Salary & Benefits++
- KRW1.9 - 2.7 Million monthly (depending on experience)
- KRW1,300,000 Entrance Allowance to cover flight cost into Korea
- KRW1,300,000 Exit Allowance upon completion of contract
- Rural Allowance + Provincial allowance (depending on location)
- KRW300,000 Settlement Allowance (one time payment)
- Free fully furnished housing or, where housing is not available, a rent subsidy of KRW400,000
- 3 Weeks PAID vacation (8 day summer recess, 10 day winter recess) + approximately 12 national holidays
- 22 hours of class teaching required per week
- Overtime pay or KRW20,000 per hour per supplementary class
- Severance pay equivalent to one month's salary
- Tax exemption for 2 years apart from Canadians due to lack of ROK Treaty
- Compulsory medical insurance - 50% of premiums paid by employer
- National Pension scheme - 50% of contributions paid by employer
- Full 8 day orientation in a Korean resort area
- One year contracts
- All national holidays
++The Role++
- Teach English at an elementary, middle or high school
- Student evaluation
- Prep class
- Develop curriculum and teaching materials
- Conduct English conversational classes for teachers and students
- Assist with activities related to English language education
++Who we are looking for++
We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate people who can commit themselves to a year of working with these schools. As a teacher you will have full classroom responsibilities including creating lesson plans, student assessment, and curriculum development. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved something special, to gain a real insight into Korea's unique culture, and to influence the lives and community of Koreans young and old. Experience is a plus but not essential! Sounds interesting? Then why not apply now!
++How to Apply++
Simply email us at jobseslstarter.com with a copy of your resume and a recent photo and we will then send you full details of the application process.
++Why use ESLstarter?++ ESLstarter is an official recruiter for the EPIK and has helped place many teachers with this program. We have extensive experience of the application process and all our services to you are completely free! We can also offer you excellent testimonials from teachers who we've previously helped secure a place on the EPIK program.
From helping you secure your position to guiding you through the visa process, to assisting you with travel arrangements and a comprehensive aftercare service once you arrive in Korea, we will be there for you every step of the way. Making your year in Korea unforgettable, for all the right reasons, is what ESLstarter does!
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