KOREA - Jeonbuk - 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 - Jeonbuk
This area of two million people has some of the hottest temperatures in summer in Korea, with winter being relatively cold. Jeonbuk perceives itself as having Korea's best tasting foods, as well as having a great natural environment, complete with mountains, parks, rivers and lakes. One of the most popular tourist attractions in Jeonbuk is Soswaewon Garden, located in Damyang. Its enormous bamboo trees attract visitor from all over the coutnry. There are also numerous green tea fields in Boseong and Gurye that are cultivated in the spring.
Apart from also being a popular skiing region due to its many mountains, Jeonbuk is also known for its abundance of Korean souvenirs. A wide variety of companies making souvenirs such as wooden ware, bamboo fans, Korean ware and authentic jewelry can be found in Jeonbuk.
| Number of Vacancies | 1 | |
| Start Date | September 2009 (must go to Korea in late August 2009) |
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| Location | Jeonbuk | |
| 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 |

