KOREA - Gwangju - Public School Jobs *FILLED*
Public schools in Korea offer a great working environment and are perfect for those who want to get the real Korean experience. The structured teaching schedule allows teachers to enjoy evenings and weekends off while sharing their knowledge with Korean students and teachers. Teachers who are hired to work at public schools work directly for the Korean Ministry of Education. These jobs are ideal for people who are interested in teaching as a profession or those who want to gain international experience.
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LOCATION - Gwangju
The city of Gwangju is four hours south of Seoul has over a million people. It is considered the administrative and educational center of the Jeollanam-do province. Gwangju is in such a central location that you can get anywhere in Korea within 24 hours. Its climate is fairly reflective of most of Korea.
The city has numerous festivals and parks that make it a great year-round destination. The most famous festivals are the Kimchi Festival and the Gwangju Biennale. The nearby Mt. Mudeungsan to the east of the city is renowned for its watermelon and green tea derived from soft buds that emerge from the snow at the end of winter.
| Number of Vacancies | 30 | |
| Start Date | September 2009 (must arrive in late August 2009) |
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| Location | Gwangju | |
| School | Public Schools | |
| Level | Elementary-Secondary Schools | |
| # of Students | 25-35 /class | |
| Monthly Salary | 1.8-2.5 million won determined based on qualifications & experience |
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| Working Hours | 08:30-16:30 M-F | |
| Teaching Hours | 22-24 hrs/week | |
| Accommodation | Single furnished apartment | |
| Airfare | Round trip airfare provided (reimbursed upon arrival) |
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| Vacation | 21 days + 13-15 National Holidays | |
| Medical Insurance | 50% covered by school | |
| Extra Benefits | Completion bonus, 50/50 Medical insurance Rural placement bonuses No evenings & weekends |

