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If you are interested in teaching English abroad, you have probably searched numerous opportunities in different countries around Asia. Without a doubt, you will soon learn that Korea offers some of the best ESL teaching positions in Asia. All positions offer free accommodation, a roundtrip fare and an excellent salary.

Teach Away offers placements in public and private schools around South Korea. Because both sectors have a lot to offer, deciding which ESL teaching job is right for you can be a daunting task.  Teach Away guides you through the application process and helps you get an overseas English teaching job that is the best fit for you.

Public School Jobs in Korea
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 intersted in teaching as a profession or those who want to gain international experience. The major intake for public school jobs is in March and September.  Learn more ...

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 free flight & accommodation, hagwons have some of the most popular jobs in Korea.  Private schools are businesses and thus have longer working hours and many overtime opportunities.  Hagwon ESL jobs are ideal for candidates who are looking to make money and work in a structured environment.  Teach Away offers jobs at some of the best private schools in Korea every month of the year.  Learn more ...

Comparison of Private & Public School Jobs in Korea

Basic BenefitsPublic SchoolsPrivate Schools
Monthly Salary1.8-2.0 million won- 1st yr teachers
2.0-2.5 million won- experienced teachers
2.0-2.1 million won - 1st yr teachers
2.1-3.0 million won - experienced teachers
Working Hours08:30-16:30 Monday-Friday09:00-18:00 - Kinder-Elementary
15:00-22:00 - Elementary-High School
Evening & Weekend shifts
Teaching Hours22-24 hrs/week30 hrs/week
Vacation14 days
13-15 National Holidays
**taken during school holidays
7-10 days
13-15 National Holidays
**taken when mandated by the school
Foreign Teachers1 (only 1 foreign teacher/school)2-15 teachers/school
Class Size25-30 students/class10-15 students/class
AccommodationFurnished single occupancy apartmentFurnished single occupancy apartment
AirfareReturn airfare providedReturn airfare provided
Bonuses50% Health Insurance
1 month severance pay
Rural placement bonuses
50% Health Insurance
1 month severance pay
LocationsMajor Cities & Rural Areas
Easier to get a job in rural area
Major Cities & Rural Areas
Start DatesMarch/April
August/September
Monthly


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