124 Secured Govt. Sponsored Jobs: Take Ex-pat Teach & Travel to Greater Heights in Korea's Most Scenic Cities & Picturesque Bay-Areas!

  South Korea

• Busan: 
Busan (Pusan)
• All Other Areas: 
Changwon,  Chin-ju (Jinju),  Masan,  Geoje,  Yangsan,  Sacheon

Description: If you've given up the dream of a postcard-perfect life of an ex-pat teaching English in Asia -- languid weekend afternoons on a sunny beach, enjoying clean & gentle breeze while you log in a few kilometers of your daily brisk walk in tree-lined pedestrian lane, or unwinding with a book under the shade of lush foliage in numerous pocket parks, take a deep breath: the dream is here!

Teaching opportunities in Gyeong Nam's school districts take ex-pats' Teach & Travel to greater heights by affording you to live and work in vibrant communities that bring the convenience of a business hub and retail areas right to your doorstep devoid of metropolis' noise, pollution, and daily hectic struggles.

Step into a fresh new perspective of this side of Korea with Gyeong Nam- where business, pleasure and contemporary living come together in picturesque fashion. Minutes away from the maddening crowd and pollution of Korea's Metropolis are school districts in satellite cities, picturesque bay-side communities, suburbs, and resort towns.

Experience a calmer and more Zen Korea where the sun shines all year round!

JOB DETAILS:
Gyeong-san Nam Do Education Board - Regular ESL Teacher (co-teaching scheme with Korean bi-lingual teacher)
Choice of Elem, Middle & High Sch (First come first serve basis)
Commencement Date: ASAP
88 Jobs to Choose From
Fully Furnished Solo Fal/ Family Size Flats for teachers with dependents
Paid Vacation: 14 Working days + 12 National Holidays = 26 Paid Holidays

FAST FACT: Gyeong Nam Education Board
- Exact Placement is given to teachers prior to Contract Signing base on your preferences & availability
- You will know the school and the city or county you will be placed.
- Website links of your school assignment/s will be provided to you.
- Placement can be negotiated with the Provincial Supervisor over the phone
- Direct overseas phone interview with Gyeong-nam Education Board's EPIK Head

THE LOCATION:

Gyeong Nam has been in the vanguard of Korean industrialization since the seventies. As one of the pillars of Korean economy, it houses various multinational corporations and Korean conglomerates. Having known as the cradle of heavy industry and the precision machinery industry, it has evolved into a highly industrialize area with specialize zones ranging from shipbuilding, automobile, manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, robotics, and IT industry.

Renowned for its natural beauty it is also rich in culture and tradition which complements its 5,000 year history. Magnificent temples, archaeological sites, palaces and fortress, burial tombs, folk villages, and parks are scattered all over the region. It is common to witness ancient rituals celebrated and observed on the streets next to shopping malls and crowds. For nature lovers, Gyeong Nam is home to four majestic national parks, untouched eco-systems at Woopo swamp, beaches, valleys and waterfalls. International airports and ports are based in the region.

Gyeong Nam is also an excellent area for those who like seaside activity. It has a charming maze of islands scattered just off the mainland, vast bird sanctuaries preserved in their natural state, flora not matched anywhere in Korea, and a small but respectable collection of temples, historical sites and monuments commemorating Korea history. Coupled with the major cultural flavor of ancient cities, and the cosmopolitan flare of coastal cities, Gyeong Nam is truly a unique area in Korea.

With its balmy climate and ease of getting around, it is an ideal region to explore!

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS: FALL/WINTER COMMENCEMENT SY2008-2009
88 Teaching Jobs Sponsored by Gyeong Nam Board POE15

Sch. District #1
7 Vacancies Changwon City School District:
2 Junior High & 5 Elem Teachers
Korea's cleanest city and the country's first Master-planned city, Changwon is a pleasant and lively city with a striking balance between its industrial and residential communities. Being the hub of Korea's global economic powerhouses such as Samsung, LG, GM Daewoo, & Hanjin it is one of the nation's most affluent cities! Art galleries, museums, parks, pocket gardens, cultural centers, golf course, theatres, shopping malls, bird sanctuaries, lakes, premiere hotels, and temples completes the city landscape that boast a 8 lane-commuter road!

Sch District #2
36 Vacancies Yangsan City School District (Satellite City of Busan & Ulsan)
28 Elem & 28 Junior High & High School Teachers
Ex-pat population: 2,670
Yangsan City provides an upscale uncompromised urban living in an eco-friendly environment. It is the only city in Korea surrounded by two adjacent metropolitan cities- Busan to the east and Ulsan to the North, both within an easy 30 minutes commute! The city offers modern conveniences readily available for its residents. Eco-friendly, tech-ready and cutting edge amenities are in-line with the city's sustainability campaign. The city boasts of century-old temples, amusement parks, golf course, museums, art galleries, waterfalls, pagodas, and ancient feudal homes. Truly a neighborhood that is alive and dynamic, Yangsan radiates with an urban cosmopolitan vibe that makes anyone come home to a place where life can be live to the fullest.

Sch District #3
8 Vacancies Jinju City School District
8 Elem & Junior High Teachers
Jinju is an ancient and historic city that was once the center of Shilla Dynasty. It is now renowned for being the University Belt of the Southern Region with 6 premier universities and colleges.

Sch District #4
2 Vacancies Masan City School District
Ex-pat Population: 1,732
2 Elem & Junior High Teachers
A commercial and industrial port city Masan is home to Masan Silicon Valley & software complexes. Apart from numerous amenities that suit active lifestyles, Masan has easy access to traditional & trendy restaurants, shopping spots & world-class amenities that caters to its thriving ex-pat community

Sch District #5
4 Vacancies Geoje Island City School District
4 Junior High Teachers
Ex-pat Population: 3,293
Geoje Island was conceived as a well-planned International shipping economic zone and modern trading hub with global gateways. It has now emerged as a world leader in shipbuilding with state of the art facilities. Island residence enjoys a rustic, seaside ambiance while the city's well-planned features and amenities ensure comfortable living. In Geoje one can engage in various water sports and sail away to nearby islands.

Sch District #6
1 Vacancy Sacheon City School District
1 Junior High Teachers
Ex-pat Population: 547
A rich coastal city Sacheon is home to Korea's Aerospace Industry, numerous multinational companies as well as vibrant leisure and water sports facilities! Just a few minutes drive from downtown, residents can fully enjoy the panoramic beauty of the Hallyeo Maritime National Park and Seonjin-si Japanese Fortress, its splendid food, lovely parks, and nightlife.

Sch District #7
10 Vacancies School Districts in Coastal & Inland Counties
8 Elem & 2Junior High Teachers
Spacious Family Flat Available up to 3 Bedrooms
Family Visa Sponsorship for Teachers with Dependents
Subsidize School Tuition of Children in the Korean public school system

SCH DISTRICT #8
I Vacancy Chang- Nyeong County District
Sept Start: I Elem. & Junior High Teacher
Expat Population: 328
2,200,000KRW Monthly Pay For all Teachers regardless of Qualifications
As a resort town, Chan Nyeong attracts 4 Million visitors yearly due primarily to its tourist attractions specifically Chang Nyeong Bugok Spa. The county boasts of 5 hotels, 20 inns, spas, shopping center, a golf course, wet land preserve, a zoo, and majestic mountain fortress. It also has abundant natural resources like the Upo Wetland. And while locals enjoy the benefits of being close to Nature, it is close enough to the urban pulse. Nestled within the South's picturesque surroundings, it is approximately an hour commute to Daegu Metropolitan City (3rd largest Metropolis) and 40-50 minutes to Changwon and Miryang City.

SCH DISTRICT #9
4 Vacancies Hadong County School District
2 Elem. & 2 Junior High Teachers 2,500,000 Monthly Pay for all Teachers

The place is idyllic. Pine trees hug the mountainside. A calming quiet blankets the area. Cool crisp air braces and refreshes. Along gently sloped roads, cherry blossoms, ancient temples, & feudal homes seem to welcome you. It is a picturesque scene straight out of an Asian travelogue. Filled with a rich array of natural & cultural treasures such as the majestic Jiri-san mountain range, a Taoist school, a Zen village, and the picturesque beachfronts-seascapes of Namhae beach, indeed Hadong is a showcase of nature's attractions and breath taking panorama that relaxes, as well as, inspires.

This is Hadong- a quiet place where the rustling of leaves against the wind can be heard.
Where the scent of pine refreshes and relaxes.

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Sun, Sand, & Sea at Uljin County: Teach in a Coastal Town w/ Pristine Beaches, Natural Spa, Feudal Houses, Pagodas, & Waterfalls

From brilliant sunsets to melodic birdsongs, to the flavors and aroma of fresh grilled seafood, life in Uljin is nothing but sensory. Apart from the denizens who have carved retreats in the county a growing number of Koreans and ex-pats have been lucky enough to discover one of Korea's best kept secret. Stretches of virgin beaches slope ever so gently into the East Sea&&& Uljin is transforming the town into the hottest destination for seaside living.

Employer: Uljin, Office of Education
Vacancies: 5 ASAP
12 Ex-pat Teachers are currently employed by the school district
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FALL/WINTER VACANCIES: 46 Elementary Experiential English Educators Needed

The program was designed to create a learning milieu for Elementary pupils to learn to communicate in English, partly by learning how to think in English with the least possible involvement of Korean language in the learning curb. Objectives include teaching the students how to use the language spontaneously and orally, linking meaning with the target language. To do so a direct co-relation between the concepts and English is established through the use of regalia, pictures, story board, pantomime, and various audio-visual aids provided by the district.

Highlights: FEATURES
1. Classroom instruction is conducted primarily in the target language.
2. Everyday vocabulary and sentences are taught.
3. Oral communication skills are built up in a carefully traded progression organized around question-and-answer exchanges between teachers and students in small, intensive classes.
4. Grammar is taught inductively.
5. New teaching points are taught through modeling and practice.
6. Concrete vocabulary is taught through demonstration, objects, and pictures; abstract vocabulary is taught by association of ideas.
7. Both speech and listening comprehension are taught.
8. Correct pronunciation and grammar are emphasized

TEAM TEACHING SCHEME

Although, ideally the goal of the program is to carry on the entire English learning experience only in English, it is not exclusively done by the ex-pat teacher. As per Ministry rule each native teacher is paired with a Korean bi-lingual teacher to successfully prepare and execute every lesson for the whole school year. The Korean bi-lingual teacher is primarily task to handle issues of classroom management and collaborate with instruction and class preparation.

SALARY & PERKS
Job Type: Full time
Period of Employment: One year
88 Teaching Hours per month
Monthly Pay: 2,000,000 KRW (Regardless of Qualification Level)
Paid Holidays: 28 Work Days of Paid Holiday or 32 Calendar Days PLUS 11 National Holidays
Student Type: Elementary Students
Placement: 12 School Districts (Coastal and Inland Cities/Counties)

QUALIFICATION LEVEL AND PAY SCALE: Pursuant to Korean Ministry of Education Standards
LEVEL 1++: Metro Board 2.8 million KRW
Gyeong Nam Board: 2.9-3.1 million KRW

LEVEL 1+: Metro Boards:2.5 million KRW
Gyeong Nam Board: 2.6-2.9 million KRW

LEVEL 1: Metro Boards: 2.3 million KRW
Gyeong Nam Board: 2.4-2.7million KRW

LEVEL 2+: Metro Boards: 2.1 million KRW
Gyeong Nam Board 2.2-2.5 million KRW

LEVEL 2: Metro Boards: 2.0 million KRW
Gyeong Nam Board: 2.1-2.4 million KRW

LEVEL 3: Metropolitan Boards: 1.8 Million KRW
Gyeong Nam: 2.0-2.3 million KRW
Entry Level Bachelor's degree in any discipline

PERKS
300T KRW Settlement Allowance
100T-150T KRW Additional Monthly Multiple School Placement Allowance
100T KRW Additional Monthly Allowance (except for Metropolitan Cities)
100T KRW Additional Monthly Allowance for rural appointments
1,000,000 KRW Contract Completion Bonus (Pursuant to Contractual Agreement)
Severance Pay ( Equivalent to One Month Salary)

FREEBIES:
Free Teacher's books, manuals, and classroom resources
Subsidize Meals (School lunch from full to partial subsidy)
Round Trip Airfare
Cultural Program
All Expense Occasional Paid Dinner Engagement w/teachers & staff
Support with contract negotiation, translation, etc
Korean National Pension Plan (One-time lump-sum refund of the accumulated pension contributions)
Comprehensive Health Coverage

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INSIDER'S TIPS: EARNING MORE FOR LESS WORK!

Maximizing one's monthly income depends largely on the combination of school placement, student body, and multiple school posts! This can mean an additional $100-$400 extra monthly pay!

EXAMPLE:
GET Level 3's Basic Pay is 1.9Million won. HOWEVER one can earn up to 2.3 Million won in Gangwon & Gyeong Nam Education Boards if you choose a placement that allows you to avail of all the monthly allowances that the boards are offering

HOW?
Basic Pay 1.9M + 100T Provincial Allowance + 100TCounty Allowance + 200T Multiple Sch Allowance = 2.3 Million Won

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THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:

1. Metropolitan Cities & Counties in the National Capital Region gradually withholds a total of up to 900,000KRW of your monthly pay as a housing security deposit which is ONLY refundable upon contract completion.
2. Gyeong Nam Education Boards do not have this provision in their contracts
3. The 10 day orientation program run by Metropolitan City Boards & the National Capital Region is not paid for
4. Gyeong-nam Education Board runs customized teacher trainings in lieu of orientation during the contract year.
5. Bigger Family Housing for teachers with dependent/s and family visa sponsorship including subsidized school tuition of children in the Korean public school system with comprehensive health care coverage are provided by provincial education boards but may not be in Metropolitan City Boards

ESL JOB NETWORK PROVIDES MORE THAN THE USUAL FREE PLACEMENT

- We afford you access to teaching positions NATIONWIDE and control on the city/region you are placed.
- Teachers applying through our firm are afforded of a thorough consultation with decision-makers and education board personnel to address your concerns and needs.
- Teachers are solely hired based on the strength of their qualifications and background.
- Our firm strongly encourages teachers from diverse cultural backgrounds to submit their applications to truly reflect a cosmopolitan education for public school students.
- Over the years we have successfully place teachers from various ethnic groups NATIONWIDE!
- If you are a person of good moral standing with passion for teaching you have us working for you

Qualifications: In accordance with Korean Immigration law only US, UK, NZ, CA, SA, AUS, & IRE nationals
- Bachelor's Degree from the countries above
- One year commitment
- Speaks clear Standard English without distinct regional accent
- All Ethnicities from Nationals of Native English Speaking Countries ONLY

HOW TO APPLY:
Please Email the Following:
Scanned copy of your Diploma and/or Certificate
Scanned copy of your passport
Resume w/CV Letter
Most Recent Photo

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Salary / Pay: Please see Highlights section

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi and South African Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

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