Teach in an English Village - All the fun of teaching in Korea without any of the hassle!

About the Job

Overview

What is Seoul English Village? 
English Villages are a camp-based teaching environment. It's nothing like those hagwons you've heard so much about. Homework? None of that. Parents? Never have to worry about them. Difficult student that bothers you for an entire year? NOT EVEN ONCE. All the fun of teaching in Korea without any of the hassle. No working overtime. No lesson planning day after day. No manager breathing down your neck because a parent complained about a student not having fun. We have 2 campuses, one in Suyu and one in Nowon. They are extremely close to each other.

Job details: 
1. Class length: 45 mins (with 15 minute breaks between each class) 
2. Students age: kindergarten through to adult. (mostly kindergarten and elementary.) 
3. Class size: 13-15 students (in the case of group activities, for example, sports; quiz games; or indoor games, teachers may have to teach several class groups at once. You will be trained in group management during your initial training period) 
4. Hours: Morning shift teachers work 8:40am to 5:15pm, Evening shift 1:30pm to 8:30pm (Shifts are allocated by personal preference or rotation.) 
5. Attitude: English Village teachers must have an energetic and fun personality to suit the style of our classes. 
6. Preparation: Lesson plans and materials are provided for you, but it is the teacher’s responsibility to check those plans and materials ahead of time. 
7. Programming: In the event that a teacher has a free class period, that teacher is expected to be in the office to assist in the preparation of materials, classes etc.
8. Lesson Planning: During allocated “development weeks” teachers will work with the programming team to develop new lesson plans and materials, for example: PowerPoint presentations.

Benefits: 
1. Salary: From 2.0 ~ 2.2 Million won. (may be higher depending on qualifications and experience) 
2. Vacation: 15 days paid vacation. Can earn more during busy seasons. 
3. Insurance: 50/50 contribution to medical and pension 
4. Housing: On campus accommodation will be provided. Couple accommodation is available. Free internet and laundry facilities are provided. 
5. Food: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided while students are on campus. 
6. Airfare: Prepaid ticket to Korea will be provided. Upon completion of a one-year contract, a ticket home will be provided. 
7. Korean Classes: Half price Korean language lessons at YBM headquarters. 
8. Pension refund: available for Americans, Australians and Canadians. 
9. Severance: Upon completion of one year contract. (Equivalent to one month salary.)

Start Dates: 
1. Start Date: We have positions starting in April/May, 2018. Teachers will be required to arrive two or three days before their first scheduled work day. We have 3 positions remaining.

Requirements: 
1. Hold a valid passport from one of the following native English-speaking countries; USA, Canada, UK, New Zealand, Ireland, Australia and South Africa 
2. Have a minimum of a BA/BS degree in any field 
3. Photocopy of diploma – this must be apostille certified. 
4. National level criminal background check – this must be issued within 6 months and apostille certified. 
5. Self-assessed health statement – this must be accurate and truthful. 
A medical check at a designated hospital is required on arrival to Korea. Teachers may be deported if it is found their self assessment was inaccurate or untruthful. 
6. Must be a native speaker of English 
7. Teachers with a completed TEFL or TESOL (and/or teaching experience) will be given priority in the hiring process.

To see our website visit: http://suyu.sev.go.kr/expe rience/view.asp

For more information, contact Geoff Marcum at marcumgd@gmail.com 
To apply send the following to the above email address: 
1. Resume 
2. Scanned copy of your passport information page 
3. Scanned copy of your diploma 
4. Teachers who have any previous teaching experience, must provide a reference 
letter and/or employment verification letter from their previous employer(s). 
*interviews will not be offered to applicants without the required documentation. 
5. A cover letter outlining your teaching philosophy and why you want to apply for this job. 

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