What are the requirements for teaching English in Korea?

by Luis Stevenson ESL Academy

Did you always dream of teaching English in a foreign country unfamiliar with this language, one of the most spoken worldwide? Teaching in ESL academy Korea could be the destination for you to kickstart your dream and explore all the possibilities of educating the people there from the very beginning about the English language.

If you are unsure of the requirements to successfully travel and teach in one of the most reputed universities or primary schools present there. Then, you shall not worry because we put together the list of requirements that would ensure you get the dream ESL job in Korea: -

Having a visa

One of the first tasks required for teaching in Korea would be applying for an E-2 teaching visa from your nearest Korean embassy. If you don't have an idea of what things you need to have before applying for an E-2 teaching visa, then let us look at it first: -

1. Having a bachelor's or diploma degree from a renowned institution.

2. Need to possess a teaching license based on your country.

3. Passing drug test.

4. Clean criminal records from the past.

You must pass and show these basic requirements before applying for the visa.

Proper paperwork

Having proper paperwork is one of the essential criteria before applying for an English teaching job in Korea. Some of the documents which you need to show and submit to the Korean embassy are: -

1. A copy of your English degree or diploma.

2. Sealed transcription of your reputed university.

3. Adequate passport photos and original passport.

4. Copy of your previous employment contracts.

EPIK certification

If you are looking to teach in public schools in Korea, you need to make sure you have EPIK certification, which candidates can apply from any Korean embassy near you. The documents which you need to add along with others mentioned above for the EPIK application processes are: -

1. Holding a bachelor's or master's degree in education

2. Completing the process of interview.

Hagwon requirements

Private schools in Korea are known as hagwons, which are pretty popular among foreigners who teach English in Korea. Some of the requirements needed to be submitted for getting selected for your favorite teaching position in hagwon are: -

1. Submitting your resume or CV and successfully passing the interview process conducted online or over the phone.

2. Don't forget to attach your picture with your application which is considered complimentary.

3. Having proper documentation related to the E-2 visa application process.

4. A tiny amount of teaching experience and TEFL certification are asked when applying to higher-paying hagwon teaching positions.

Conclusion

Hopefully, after reading the above article, you will know the basic requirements you need to show and submit to get your dream English teaching job in Korea.