Q: Do I need to have a degree in Education?
A: bachelor's degree in any field is all you need to teach English in Korea.

Q: Do I have to speak Korean to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) in South Korea?
A: No. There are translators and most of your students will speak some English. The main objective is to teach conversational English, not to spend too much time analyzing English sentences.

Q: Is there a fee?
A: No. We do not charge any fee for our services.

Q: Can I speak with someone who has completed his/her contract or is teaching English in Korea currently?
A: Yes. As soon as you are offered a job, you can speak directly with a teacher currently teaching English in South Korea or someone who has completed the contract.

Q: Who will pay for the flight to Korea?
A: Round trip economy airfare is provided with the one-year contract from the teacher’s nearest airport to the international airport in Korea, and transportation from the airport to the teacher’s residence in Korea. Upon completion of this contract, the teacher will be provided with a return ticket.

Q: Who takes care of the work visa to Korea?
A: We can help you to obtain a work visa (E-2 visa, a visa for teaching English in Korea). All you have to do is to mail or take your completed documents to the nearest Korean consulate. It usually takes 3 to 4 weeks before your visa is issued.
* Please see the application procedure section

Q: What do I have to do to apply for this position to teach English in Korea?
A: First, please fill out the “Online Application" or send us an email. One of our representatives will contact you by phone or email.

Q: Do I have to pay rent for my apartment?
A: No. You do not pay any rent, but you will be responsible for the utility bill. The school will provide you with furnished accommodations, either a two or three bedroom apartment, which is to be shared by two or three teachers and with a shared kitchen and bathroom. In either case, the teacher is given a single, separate bedroom.

Q: How long will it take before I am hired?
A: Usually the full process can be completed within two months from the receipt of the application. This time is needed to confirm your diploma, conduct a telephone interview, process your visa and make flight arrangements.

Q: How will I be paid?
A: You will be paid in Korean Won. If you set up a bank account your salary will be deposited automatically into your account. You will be able to wire money home from your bank.

Q: Is training provided?
A: Yes. Upon arrival in Korea, you will have an orientation period, before being expected to begin your regular teaching work. During your training you will have a chance to interact with other teachers and learn the techniques you'll need in class.

Q: What taxes do I have to pay?
A: Income tax and retirement taxes will be withheld from the salary in accordance with the Korean tax law. Korean income taxes are quite small and limited to around 6-8% of your salary.

Q: How much does medical insurance cost?
A: You will be covered by medical insurance under the Korean Medical Insurance Union, a private health organization. Half of the insurance premium will be paid by the employer and the other half by you (For reference, the current insurance premium rate is 2.24% of the monthly salary).

Q: Do I need to have any shots before I come to Korea to teach English?
A: Check with your doctor. None are required before coming to Korea.