Red Dragon Diaries is working exclusively with three licensed recruiting agencies that specializes in ESL teaching jobs in South Korea. They are devoted to helping native English speakers find teaching positions in ESL/EFL schools in Korea. The agencies, directed by experienced recruiters and placement counselors, have placed hundreds of teachers through the years. Their expertise has proven to be a critical element in connecting hopeful teachers with reputable jobs in Seoul and throughout Korea.
Below are some of the services they provide:
- Interview coaching for preparation to apply with reputable English schools in South Korea.
- Free round trip airfare & airport pick-up arrangements.
- Free furnished single housing.
- Work visa process support.
- Ongoing support throughout the entire job application process. This includes providing you with all the information about the school before coming to Korea.
Required qualifications for all applicants:
- Be a native English speaker from America, Australia, Canada, England, and New Zealand (or other native English speaking countries).
- University degree holder (Bachelor’s degree or higher).
- Clean criminal record.
- Be of sound mental and physical health.
The following documents will need to be prepared:
- A copy of your university degree with an apostille.
- Valid criminal background check with an apostille.
**No teaching experience is required. A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline is acceptable**
Salary and Benefits:
- Period of contract: One year (The E-2 visa allows for a stay of one year and is renewable).
- Salary range: 2.1 – 2.5 million won per month (depending on experience and qualifications).
- Teaching hours: 25 – 30 hours per week.
- Overtime pay: 15,000 – 22,000 Korean won per hour.
- Severance pay: One month’s salary.
- Accommodations: Free, furnished, private apartment.
- Airfare: Round-trip economy class ticket or one way ticket.
- Medical insurance: National Healthcare is subsidized (approximately 2% of your salary).
- Class sizes: Approximately 10-15 students.
- Vacation: 10 days paid vacation.
- Tax rate: 1.9 – 3.3%
- Working days: Monday through Friday (sometimes Saturdays, depending on the role).
How to apply:
Please email the following to me at tom@reddragondiaries.com:
- Updated resume (MS word file or PDF file).
- A recent photo (smiling and professional).
- Date of availability.
- Your nationality & current location.
- Locations you are interested in.
If you are successful in securing a teaching job, you can also speak with me via Skype for an hour and get my eBook for free. I will also send you a discount code for 25% off a TESOL certification should you be looking to become certified.
Thank you and all the best in your teaching endeavors.