KOREA - Gyeongnam - 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.
Click here for more details about teaching in public schools in Korea.
LOCATION - Gyeongnam
This region of three million has a significant agriculture influence like many other provinces in Korea. The climate of Gyeongnam can differ significantly depending on your location within the region. Being around the mountains generally calls for more temperature extremes while southern locations tend to be much more moderate due to the sea. Overall, the average temperatures in winter hover just above freezing while the summer temperatures are reflective of most of the country.
One of the most widely-recognized temples in Korea can be found in Gyeongnam. The World Heritage Site temple of Haeinsa, which was originally built in the year 802, houses the Tripitaka Koreana and is very popular with tourists. The temple is one of the Three Jewel Temples of Korea. It can be found on Gaya Mountain in the major national park around Jirisan.
| Number of Vacancies | 20 | |
| Start Date | late August 2008 | |
| Location | Gyeongnam | |
| 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 |
|
| 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) |
|
| 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 |

