General information
Everything you need to know before applying to teach English in South Korea.
Eligibility
You must be a citizen of one of the following countries:
USA
Canada
UK
Ireland
South Africa
New Zealand
Australia
And be in good physical and mental health.
Required documents
- BA or higher degree (notarized & apostilled in the country where you attended university)
- Clean national-level background check — must be apostilled
- Valid passport — valid for 6 months or longer
- Additional documents may be required for public-school sector applications
The placement process
- 1Search and locate your desired job listing
- 2Submit your application to the hiring school or agency
- 3Get contacted by a recruiter for screening
- 4Set up and conduct your interview
- 5Review the contract and secure the position
- 6Start your visa process
- 7Arrange flight and arrival to Korea
- 8Move into housing
- 9Start your new position
Helpful advice
Invest time talking to various schools — a year abroad deserves due diligence.
Research Korea's landscape, people, culture, and food to minimize culture shock.
Choose one or two recruiters you trust and feel compatible working with.
During interviews, ask about student age group, program setup, curriculum, and goals.
Take a genuine interest in your students — it's central to a rewarding experience.
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