I taught EPIK in Busan from 2010 to 2018. When I was younger I loved living in the city. I still live in Busan but no longer teach and instead work remotely. As I'm growing older I definitely see more appeal in rural vs the city, which I try to get out out of as much as possible!
What is the maximum age for you think they’d accept? I have read that the schools like those in their 20’s and 30’s. I’m a fit n young 53 year old. I taught English in Japan in my twenties and I also have a teaching degree. Do you think these factors overcome the age factor? I’m keen to teach in Busan 😊
One of the things I'd like to know is if I can work as an English Teacher in Korea without being a native speaker. I was born and raised in Brazil, but I'm fluent in English and I have a degree in English Language.
Is there any ways to increase your chances of getting placed in Seoul or at least some sort of big city? Like is it smarter to write Busan on your application even if u would rather Seoul?
Busan has different qualifications so definitely only write that if you meet everything! As for other cities, it's definitely not the same as being in Seoul and you could even choose somewhere like Daegu and still end up in the country side. It's best to do a lot of research and think about what would make you the happiest and what you aren't willing to risk. That being said, every place has its pros and cons, even Seoul. Best of luck with your application! --Sydney
@ thank you! I keep seeing people mentioning Busan’s special requirements, but can’t find anywhere what those special requirements actually are, do you know them or know somewhere I could find them? I heard someone say on RUclips that if you meet these requirements you’re basically guaranteed to be placed in Busan.
@@ewenvanwagner5113 When we applied it was 50 in class teaching hours minimum! They might have changed it to 60 hours but the website is unclear. They unfortunately won't accept online classes anymore since the era of covid is "over" so you'd have to either be a current certified teacher in your country or take a TEFL/TESOL that includes in person class time. You can also verify this info by emailing EPIK or a recruiter (such as Korvia) to be sure!
Just coming in for the upcoming fall intake, got Gyeonggi-do as well so not sure how rural I'll be😭 Did they let you transfer to Seoul without having to apply to EPIK all over again? (since Seoul has a separate office of education, I thought we have to start from square one again to transfer)
Hi Bridget! Unfortunately you do have to be from an English speaking country or I think have proof that you received an English education until the end of high school!
Gyeonggido is nothing! Chungcheongnamdo is the place where most people do not want to speak English much. Except Cheonan. Daejeon the people there are stuck up. I lived in Yesan and it is rural and drove me nuts for one year. A lot of the children were dumb. Except a few. The ones in Icheon loved me a lot. Even the doctor spoke good English. Fifty minutes from Seoul by bus. I did teach at an academy school in Anyang and I taught six days a week. I did a stint in Pohang and I met an American lady back in 2005 named Amber from Sarasota, Florida. Her Korean was excellent because she attended Seoul National and worked at a hagwon. Her boyfriend Nick helped her build a kindergarten school. She knew the Korean dialect in Pohang. I taught English in Korea from 2005 - 2006, 2009 - 2010. Part of 2015 in Daejeon and Bundang.
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I taught EPIK in Busan from 2010 to 2018. When I was younger I loved living in the city. I still live in Busan but no longer teach and instead work remotely. As I'm growing older I definitely see more appeal in rural vs the city, which I try to get out out of as much as possible!
What is the maximum age for you think they’d accept? I have read that the schools like those in their 20’s and 30’s. I’m a fit n young 53 year old. I taught English in Japan in my twenties and I also have a teaching degree. Do you think these factors overcome the age factor? I’m keen to teach in Busan 😊
v informative!!!! always love hearing about your EPIK stories :')
I live in Korea on a spouse visa. I’m wanting to teach elementary. Thank you for the video :) I really appreciate it. Subscribed
Hey, how did you find everything during the covid-19 period? Did you feel like the government pressured others?
One of the things I'd like to know is if I can work as an English Teacher in Korea without being a native speaker. I was born and raised in Brazil, but I'm fluent in English and I have a degree in English Language.
Henry teacher!welcome to seoul !!I am happy to work with you:)
omg loved all this info
Can you apply directly to SMOE somewhere or is it all done through EPIK-as in you just apply to EPIK and list Seoul as your preference?
Thanks for the video. It was very informative. :)
Is there any ways to increase your chances of getting placed in Seoul or at least some sort of big city? Like is it smarter to write Busan on your application even if u would rather Seoul?
Busan has different qualifications so definitely only write that if you meet everything! As for other cities, it's definitely not the same as being in Seoul and you could even choose somewhere like Daegu and still end up in the country side.
It's best to do a lot of research and think about what would make you the happiest and what you aren't willing to risk. That being said, every place has its pros and cons, even Seoul. Best of luck with your application! --Sydney
@ thank you! I keep seeing people mentioning Busan’s special requirements, but can’t find anywhere what those special requirements actually are, do you know them or know somewhere I could find them? I heard someone say on RUclips that if you meet these requirements you’re basically guaranteed to be placed in Busan.
@@ewenvanwagner5113 When we applied it was 50 in class teaching hours minimum! They might have changed it to 60 hours but the website is unclear. They unfortunately won't accept online classes anymore since the era of covid is "over" so you'd have to either be a current certified teacher in your country or take a TEFL/TESOL that includes in person class time. You can also verify this info by emailing EPIK or a recruiter (such as Korvia) to be sure!
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Just coming in for the upcoming fall intake, got Gyeonggi-do as well so not sure how rural I'll be😭 Did they let you transfer to Seoul without having to apply to EPIK all over again? (since Seoul has a separate office of education, I thought we have to start from square one again to transfer)
you unfortunately have to completely reapply to transfer out of Gyeonggi 🥲
Is it hard to get transferred to Seoul after the first year? 🥺
How much did you spent to move to Korea
Did you transfer mid-contract or upon a new one?
upon a new one! epik won’t let you transfer mid contract
Hey my name is Bridget from Kenya .Can i teaching English in Korean ,even if am not from an English speaking country
Hi Bridget! Unfortunately you do have to be from an English speaking country or I think have proof that you received an English education until the end of high school!
Okay thanks
In Kenyan high school,it is conpasary to learn English
Hey! Is the summer camp compulsory?
depends on your school tbh but I think p much all schools in Seoul will have you do both summer and winter camps
@@seoul_mates thank you for the response. Keep up the great work 🥳
Gyeonggido is nothing! Chungcheongnamdo is the place where most people do not want to speak English much. Except Cheonan. Daejeon the people there are stuck up. I lived in Yesan and it is rural and drove me nuts for one year. A lot of the children were dumb. Except a few. The ones in Icheon loved me a lot. Even the doctor spoke good English. Fifty minutes from
Seoul by bus. I did teach at an academy school in Anyang and I taught six days a week. I did a stint in Pohang and I met an American lady back in 2005 named Amber from Sarasota, Florida. Her Korean was excellent because she attended Seoul National and worked at a hagwon. Her boyfriend Nick helped her build a kindergarten school. She knew the Korean dialect in Pohang. I taught English in Korea from 2005 - 2006, 2009 - 2010. Part of 2015 in Daejeon and Bundang.
Love all of the info!!!