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Bundang, South Korea 
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Teaching English in Korean Public vs. Private Schools
On Teach Away, you can find English teaching jobs in Korean public and private schools. Both sectors have a lot to offer ESL teachers. Use our guide to help find the English teaching job in South Korea that is the best fit for you.
Public School Jobs in Korea
Public schools in Korea offer a great working environment and the opportunity to have an authentic Korean experience. Teachers who are hired to work at public schools work directly for the Korean Ministry of Education, teaching English to students and assisting their Korean co-teachers. The structured teaching schedule allows teachers to enjoy evenings and weekends off, giving teachers plenty of time to explore their surroundings.
These jobs are ideal for people who are interested in teaching as a profession or those who want to gain international experience.
The major intakes for public school jobs are in February/March and August/September.
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Private School Jobs in Korea
Private Schools in Korea, also known as Hagwons, offer some of the most attractive employment packages for English teachers who want to teach abroad. With flexible hours, competitive salaries, and benefits that include free flights and accommodations, hagwons are a popular option for teaching jobs in Korea.
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Online English Teaching Jobs in Korea
Are you looking for a convenient, part-time teaching job you can do from home?
Demand for online English education is exploding among students based in Korea. As a result,
several English teaching companies catering specifically to Korean English language learners are seeking fluent English-speaking applicants to fill a large number of online English teaching vacancies.
Teaching Benefits in Korea
| Basic Benefits | Public School Jobs in Korea | Private School Jobs in Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Salary | 1.8-2.0 million KRW – first year teachers 2.0-2.7 million KRW – experienced teachers |
2.0-2.1 million KRW – first year teachers 2.1-3.0 million KRW – experienced teachers |
| Working Hours | 08:30-16:30 Monday-Friday | 09:00-18:00 – Kindergarten-Elementary 15:00-22:00 – Elementary-High School Evening & Weekend shifts |
| Teaching Hours | 22-24 hours/week | 30 hours/week |
| Vacation | 18 days and 13-15 national holidays **taken during school holidays |
7-10 days and 13-15 national holidays **taken when mandated by the school |
| Foreign Teachers | 1 foreign teacher/school | 2-15 foreign teachers/school |
| Class Size | 25-30 students/class | 10-15 students/class |
| Accommodation | Furnished single occupancy apartment | Furnished single occupancy apartment |
| Airfare | Round trip airfare provided | Round trip airfare provided |
| Bonuses | 50% Health Insurance 1 month severance pay Rural placement bonuses |
50% Health Insurance 1 month severance pay |
| Locations | Major cities & rural areas (Rural placements are easier to obtain) |
Major cities & rural areas |
| Start Dates | February/March August/September |
Monthly |
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Teach in Korea
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Korea at a glance
Country information
Capital: Seoul (South Korea)
Language: Korean
Population: 50 million
Currency: Won (KRW)
Government: Unitary Presidential Constitutional Republic
Climate: Temperate, with cold winters and humid summers
Quick facts
Fruit is a luxury. A watermelon costs about $25 USD.
Tipping is generally not required in Korea.
Writing someone’s name in red ink is considered bad luck.
Taxis are color coded by quality.
The roof on a traditional Korean home curves up like a smile.
English is taught in elementary schools from the age of 10.
