If you’re a qualified teacher, or are a university graduate with great control of English and you are also TEFL certified, you will find a highly rewarding job in South Korea. Teachers that love to teach children the English language as well as experience new cultures would love this opportunity. What could be better than doing what you love, while also exploring another country? When you are considering working as an English teacher in Korea, consider the salary you will be making and the cost of living. There is no need to add rent into the cost of living, as rent is normally free for an American teacher.
Documentation You Need to Have
* Two Letters of Recommendation
* School Application Form
* Valid Passport
* Sealed Transcripts
* Six Passport Photos
* CELTA, TEFL or TESOL Certificate – If you have no credentials.
* FBI Criminal Record Background Check
* Copy of Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree
Recommended and Optional Documentation
* Copy of Your Transcripts and Master’s Degree
* Proof of Having Full time Teaching Experience
* Residency Certificate
* Certificate or Teaching License
A Satisfying Job as a Teacher
If you love to teach and would love to learn about another culture, you can look at jobs for Americans in Korea. This is a great job opportunity to learn for yourself, as well as to teach children. When an American takes a job in another country such as Korea, they will be able to do what they love and save money at the same time. A few of the things you need to do is get your degree notarized. Then you need to have an apostil certificate. Remember this cannot be damaged or removed because an immigration office will not accept it if they believe it has been detached or messed with. If you just graduated and want to teach in Korea as quickly as possible, you will need to go to the Registrar’s Office to get a copy of your graduation certificate. You will need to get it notarized and then have the apostille attached. Your certificate must have the past tense date that you have already graduated.
When You Arrive In Korea as a Teacher
Once you are hired as a teacher in Korea and you make the trip, you will have a medical exam at a hospital that is designated by the Korean Immigration Office. This medical exam will usually include a urine and blood sample. You will be tested for drugs and HIV. If you fail your drug screening, you will have your contract nullified and your visa cancelled. You would be responsible for paying for your accommodations and your airfare.
ESL Job Link can help with teaching jobs for Americans in Korea. Contact them today to see how they can help you find a fulfilling job teaching English in Korea.
