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in South Korea – FAQS ~ 2025

We're hiring now for positions starting in in January and February 2025. Our FAQS page attempts to answer as much as possible for teachers who are interested in teaching in South Korea. If you have a question which is not covered below, we have an easy solution for you: Ask us!

Our FAQ page covers questions like:
✔️How much will I be paid in South Korea?
✔️What qualifications do I need to be a teacher in South Korea?
✔️Should I get a TEFL qualification?
✔️Can you recommend a good course?
✔️Can you tell me more about locations within Korea?
✔️I want to live in a specific area of Korea. Can I request a preference?
✔️Will my school pay for my airfare to South Korea?
✔️Will my school pay for my housing in South Korea?
✔️How much money should I bring with me to Korea?
✔️How can I pay my student loan and bills in South Korea?
✔️What types of things should I bring with me to South Korea?
✔️Do I need an international driver’s license in South Korea?
✔️What should I know about paying taxes in South Korea?
✔️When is my vacation time?
✔️Is South Korea a safe place to live?
✔️What is the political situation in South Korea?

Learn more on the Reach To Teach website in the comments:
https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/teach-english-in-korea-faqs.html

2025 HOT JOB ALERT IN TAIPEI: NT85,000+ per month

is looking for a qualified ECE teacher who is passionate about teaching ages 6 through 10. (Up to Grade 4) in Taipei's Zhongshan District. (Brown line)

Start date: Feb 3, 2025

Monthly Salary: NT$75,000 to NT$85,000+ per month, plus generous holiday time, & other perks.

Teaching hours: M-F from 8:30am- 5:15pm.

TEACHING REQUIREMENTS:

*Full university degree, preferably in Education
*At least one year of formal classroom teaching experience in a public school setting or within the Asian school system.
*Public school teaching certification preferred unless you have a 120-hour TEFL with experience in Asian classrooms with this age group.
*Clear National Background Check from your home country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK and the US)

This school will give preference (and a higher rate of pay) to teachers that have:

A university degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development, or a PGCE
A teaching license for K through Grade 3.
Experience in a progressive program or familiarity with progressive pedagogical practices

Sounds great. Where do I apply? Submit your application here: https://reachtoteachrecruiting.applytojob.com/apply/friwBoWoRU/Taipei-Young-Learner-Position-NT85000-Per-Month-Feb-3-2025

Reach To Teach is looking for TEFL qualified teachers to teach full-time at one of our private schools in Changhua in beautiful central Taiwan.
This SALARIED position offers NT70,000+ per month plus perks.

The owner of this school is a nice Taiwanese woman who speaks English fluently. The school is a large school. It has been serving students of Taiwan for 35 years and it's not a chain school like many other schools in this area.

START DATES: February 1, 2025

TEACHING REQUIREMENTS:

*BA
*Seeking Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK and US teachers
*120-hour+ TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification
*Clean National Background Check

MONTHLY SALARY: NT$70,000+ per month (First year teachers with less than a year of teaching experience will earn NT$70,000 per month. Teachers with two or more years of teaching experience can earn as much as NT80,000 per month.
PERFORMANCE BONUS: Included throughout the year
TRAINING STIPEND: 6,000NT
HOUSING: The school will help you find housing. You can expect to pay around $300USD per month for housing in Changhua.
PAID VACATION: All national holidays and weather related (typhoon) days off are included in your monthly salary PLUS paid personal time off after your first six months at this school

Sounds great. How do I apply? Submit your application through our general TEFL advert on our Job Board at https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/apply-now-to-teach-english-abroad.html

Reach To Teach is looking for teachers to teach in Gwangju, South Korea for winter 2025.

Gwangju is located approximately four hours south of Seoul. Its proximity to Seoul makes it a popular teaching destination with ESL teachers. With nearly 1.5 million residents, it is the 6th largest city in Korea. It is considered the administrative and educational center of the Jeollanam-do province. Gwangju is in such a central location that you can get anywhere in Korea within 24 hours.

The city has a number of festivals and parks and is a popular destination year round. Each year it has a Kimchi Festival well known throughout Korea. The nearby Mt. Mudeungsan to the east of the city is renowned for its watermelon.

START DATE: Winter 2025

TEACHING REQUIREMENTS:
*Bachelor's Degree
*Citizens of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK, and the US
*No teaching experience required if you have a 120-hour TEFL certificate
*Clear Criminal Background Check

SALARY PACKAGE: Earn up to 2.7 million Won per month, plus housing, airfare reimbursement, paid vacation (7 to 10 working days plus 13-15 National Holidays), and more.

TEACHING HOURS: 40 hour work week (5 day work week)
+ Medical insurance and pension, 50% of which is covered by the school
NOTE: Higher salaries for teachers who choose to work in more rural locations

WHERE DO I APPLY?
Submit your application here: https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/apply-now-to-teach-english-abroad.html

MORE ABOUT GWANGJU

Gwangju is a transportation hub for southwestern Korea. It connects Seoul to the north and Busan to the east by air, rail, and road. It has a subway and is served by a domestic airport to the west of downtown and an international airport at Muan, some 20 miles (30 km) to the southwest. Gwangju is also a center for culture and art.

Gwangju attracts ESL teachers who are looking for a financially rewarding city to live in that offers a low cost of living with a big city lifestyle!

Reach To Teach is interviewing now for ESL teaching positions starting in Seoul in January through March.

An English teaching job in Seoul is an opportunity to experience all one of the largest cities in the world has to offer. is proud to represent a number of excellent and well respected schools in the Seoul metropolitan area.

Benefits of
✔️Salaries generally range from between 2.1-2.7 million Won per month
✔️The work week generally consists of 30-40 hours
✔️Full health insurance is provided
✔️Paid vacation
✔️Contract completion bonuses are standard with all contracts
✔️Flight reimbursement
✔️Free housing provided upon your arrival by your school
✔️Full orientation upon arrival as well as training

Sounds great! Where do I apply? Submit your application here: https://reachtoteachrecruiting.applytojob.com/apply/gWrnQ3jR8a/ASAP-Hagwon-Positions-In-Seoul-South-Korea

All aboard! Why should you take a year to teach in Taiwan?

Friendly people, ancient temples, modern bustling cities, fantastic food, gorgeous hiking spots, and beautiful coastal beaches are just a small part of the unique lifestyle you will find in beautiful Taiwan.

Taiwan is a country of contrast, where cutting edge modern conveniences lie below a traditional culture that remains strong today. There are many opportunities for adventure to be found while teaching in Taiwan.

Learn more about teaching in Taiwan on Reach To Teach website at: https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/teach-english-in-taiwan.html

is looking for teachers to teach in Jeonju, . is the capital and largest city of North Jeolla Province.

START DATE: Winter 2024

TEACHING REQUIREMENTS:
*Bachelor's Degree
*Passport holders from: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK, and the US
*Preference given to teachers that hold a 120-hour TEFL/CELTA/TESOL certificate
*Must be willing to work weekday nights and weekends
*Clear Criminal Background Check

SALARY PACKAGE: Earn up to 2.7 million Won per month, plus housing, airfare, and paid vacation (7 to 10 working days plus 13-15 National Holidays)

TEACHING HOURS: 40 hour work week (5 day work week)
+ Medical insurance and pension, 50% of which is covered by the school

NOTE: Higher salaries for teachers who choose to work in more rural locations

WHERE DO I APPLY?
Submit your application here: https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/apply-now-to-teach-english-abroad.html

Jeonju is designated as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. It is known for its traditional villages, local food, and 1,300 years of history and culture.

Jeonju attracts ESL teachers who are looking for a
financially rewarding city to live in that offers a low cost of living with a big city lifestyle!

Reach To Teach is interviewing now for positions starting in Seoul, South Korea in January and February 2025. Let us help you start on your adventure of a lifetime with a teaching position in South Korea, which is one of our most popular teaching destinations!

TEACH ENGLISH IN SEOUL

MONTHLY SALARY: Earn up to 2.7 million Won+ per months and enjoy free housing and flight reimbursement, plus more!

Apply and learn more about the position here:
https://reachtoteachrecruiting.applytojob.com/apply/mstwC9/Seoul-Private-School-Positions-In-South-Korea-YearRound

The Differences In Teaching In Taiwan Compared To South Korea – 2023-2025

What are the differences in teaching in Taiwan compared to South Korea in 2023? Reach To Teach gets many questions about this topic, so our staff writer Meghan broke it down for you.

Read it here: https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/blog/the-differences-in-teaching-in-taiwan-compared-to-south-korea-2/

The team at Reach To Teach wishes you a very Happy Holiday season! We hope this holiday season is peaceful and restful for all of you.

Have a wonderful new year and best wishes for 2025!

2025 HOT JOB ALERT IN TAIPEI: NT85,000+ per month

is looking for a qualified ECE teacher who is passionate about teaching ages 6 through 10. (Up to Grade 4) in Taipei's Zhongshan District. (Brown line)

Start date: Feb 3, 2025

Monthly Salary: NT$75,000 to NT$85,000+ per month, plus generous holiday time, & other perks.

Teaching hours: M-F from 8:30am- 5:15pm.

TEACHING REQUIREMENTS:

*Full university degree, preferably in Education
*At least one year of formal classroom teaching experience in a public school setting or within the Asian school system.
*Public school teaching certification preferred unless you have a 120-hour TEFL with experience in Asian classrooms with this age group.
*Clear National Background Check from your home country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK and the US)

This school will give preference (and a higher rate of pay) to teachers that have:

A university degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development, or a PGCE
A teaching license for K through Grade 3.
Experience in a progressive program or familiarity with progressive pedagogical practices

Sounds great. Where do I apply? Submit your application here: https://reachtoteachrecruiting.applytojob.com/apply/friwBoWoRU/Taipei-Young-Learner-Position-NT85000-Per-Month-Feb-3-2025

The Differences In Teaching In Taiwan Compared To South Korea – 2023-2024

What are the differences in teaching in compared to ? After 20 years, this question still gets so much attention.
Reach To Teach gets many questions about this topic, so our staff writer Meghan broke it down for you.
Teaching in Taiwan and South Korea can be different in several aspects.

Here are some key differences to consider about the differences in teaching in Taiwan compared to South Korea, including:
✔️Education System
✔️Teaching Culture
✔️Work Culture
✔️Language
✔️Compensation & Benefits
✔️Start Up Cash
✔️Qualifications
✔️Visa & Legal Requirements
✔️Cost of Living

Read it at:
https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/blog/the-differences-in-teaching-in-taiwan-compared-to-south-korea-2/

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8 Compelling Reasons For Teachers To Move To Taiwan

Taiwan is considered to be one of the hottest ESL teaching destinations in the world. Learn why! A low cost of living, a world-class healthcare system, an enriching cultural experience, a safe place to live and more are just some of the factors we consider when we recommend teachers move to Taiwan!

Read it at: https://www.reachtoteachrecruiting.com/blog/reasons-for-teachers-to-move-to-taiwan/