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Aclipse : Your Path to Teaching in Korea and Across Asia
Teach In Korea & Beyond
Our goal at Aclipse is to help motivated and adventurous university graduates find top ESL jobs in South Korea and experience teaching abroad in captivating destinations. We offer 100% FREE job placement and full support throughout your teaching contract, ensuring a seamless transition into the unique and vibrant Korean teaching environment.
Our recruiters, who have personally taught English in Korea, possess the knowledge and experience to guide you throughout the process of teaching in this culturally rich country. Whether you’re interested in a teaching job in Seoul or immersing yourself in the serene beauty of the Korean countryside, Aclipse is dedicated to facilitating teaching jobs in Korea for foreigners, providing you with the tools and support needed for a successful and rewarding teaching experience.
Why Should You Teach In Korea?
How To Start Your Journey As An English Teacher In Korea
TEACHING IN KOREA – A NEW EXPERIENCE
Teaching in Korea is an amazing opportunity for anyone looking for a new experience. Hundreds of thousands have relocated to Korea to teach English and see how people do it on the other side of the world!
RELOCATION BENEFITS
We offer Korean teacher jobs that immerse you in the local education system. Receive generous compensation, free housing (or housing assistance), airfare reimbursement, contract completion bonus, medical and pension, and more!
EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY
Learning English is of critical importance to Koreans, and education companies have leveraged technology to deliver cutting-edge methodologies to develop English language, critical thinking, debate, and imaginative expression skills.
BUILD CONNECTIONS
K-pop, K-drama, Music festivals, sporting events, temples and pagodas, are just some of the activities our teachers do in Korea, forming relationships that last a lifetime. Many have even found their life partners!
What You Get From Us
100% FREE Job placement
Step-by-step documentation certification and visa processing
Relocation assistance
Pre-departure preparation planning
In-country support
Contract renewal guidance
Country exit support (pension liquidation, etc.)
Start Your Journey Teaching English Abroad
At Aclipse, we provide opportunities to teach English in Korea, one of the most vibrant destinations for English teaching jobs.
If you find yourself looking for ESL jobs in Korea, we provide the necessary support and resources to ensure a seamless transition into your new role.
Join our program to explore the exciting possibilities of teaching English in Korea.
Do I Qualify to Teach In Korea?
Learn about the specific requirements for teaching English in South Korea, including the qualifications and certifications needed.
Unfortunately, if you do not meet all of the following qualifications, you cannot qualify for a visa to teach English in Korea.
You will also need a clean criminal record and a good bill of health.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Teacher in Korea
Step 1. Application
If you meet the requirements to be an English teacher in Korea, please apply on our website.
Step 2. Interview
If you pass our screening requirements, a recruiter will be in touch with you for an interview.
Step 3. General Offer
If you pass the interview, the recruiter will send you a general offer with the pay and conditions and detailed visa instructions.
Step 4. Document Collection
You will need to start the document collection in order to obtain a working visa in Korea. This could sometimes take a few months.
Step 5. Contract
Once your documents are complete and you are accepted by a location, you will receive a contract and the recruiter will go over the finer details.
Step 6. Visa Processing (E-2)
The visa code will be issued 1-2 weeks after applying to the Korean Immigration office. You will then take this code to the nearest Korean Consulate to complete the process.
Step 7. Arrival & Training
You will check into the hotel the weekend before the training date. Training will take place from Monday to Friday.
Living As A Teacher In Korea - Common Questions
How to Become an English Teacher in Korea
Have you ever thought about becoming a tutor or English teacher in Korea? Aclipse is proud to to offer English teaching jobs in South Korea for Native English speakers!
Starting your teaching career in Korea can be a swift and organized process with our detailed timeline. From application and interview to visa application and final preparations, we outline every step to ensure you're well-prepared. Within a few months, you can go from applying in your home country to arriving in South Korea, ready to start your new teaching journey.
For a complete day-by-day breakdown, check out our comprehensive guide to becoming an English teacher in Korea.
Do I need to speak Korean in order to teach in Korea?
No, you don't need to be a native speaker or even know Korean to teach English in Korea.
In classrooms, only English is used for teaching. Students are not allowed to speak Korean during lessons, creating an all-English learning environment.
What degree do I need to teach In Korea?
Any college major works for teaching in Korea; it's not limited to just English or Education.
No prior teaching experience is necessary in most cases as employers offer training programs in Korea, providing additional teaching support from other teachers in your school or your Korean co-teacher (in the case of public school programs).
In order to apply with Aclipse, however, Your Bachelor's degree needs to be from an English-speaking country, and Associate's degrees are not accepted.
Do I need TEFL to teach in Korea?
While not mandatory for all positions, having a TEFL certificate is strongly recommended for teaching in Korea.
How much can I make teaching in Korea?
You can earn a starting monthly salary ranging from 2.4 to 4.0 Million KRW while teaching in Korea. Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like paid vacation, national holidays and your flight to Korea will be reimbursed.
For more information on teacher benefits, visit this link
Do English teachers In Korea get free housing?
Housing is provided for English teachers in Korea.
If housing is not provided, you will receive a higher salary.
Apartments may vary in size based on your teaching location, but they typically come with essential amenities such as a washer, closet, storage space, stove, refrigerator, and a bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.
Can I get a job teaching English in south Korea without a degree?
No, you cannot teach in South Korea without a 4-year undergraduate Bachelor's degree.
The degree can be in any major, not exclusively in English or Education. However, it is crucial that the Bachelor's degree is obtained from an institution in an English-speaking country. Unfortunately, neither Associate's degrees nor any other education certification lower qualifications qualify candidates to teach English in South Korea.
What's It Like In Korea?
Explore the experiences shared by our community of English teachers in Korea through our featured blog posts.
Each story and insight from English teachers in South Korea sheds light on the unique aspects of living and teaching in this vibrant country.
Whether you’re curious about the urban energy of Seoul or the tranquil beauty of Korea’s countryside villages, our community’s firsthand accounts will provide you with a comprehensive view of the adventures and challenges that await in South Korea.
What Our Teacher's Have To Say...
My time with CDI was a real blessing. I can not stress how much I loved the kids!
It's the best part of the job and they make time fly by! I didn't have much experience working with kids beforehand so I was definitely nervous coming in, but I'm glad I had the chance to experience this opportunity.
Luis Gonzalez
Location in Korea: CheonanI'm having an amazing time so far.
I love my apartment and the area is actually lots of fun even though it's quite a ways from the center on public transport. My branch seems great so far and everyone's been very welcoming, I don't start teaching until tomorrow but I'm really excited!
Erin Barton
Location in Korea: JunggyeWe have had a great first week and a few days! Training was great!
he mocks are very helpful because you get feedback right away that you can use to improve your teaching. We had a great trainer that was willing to help us and not afraid to tell us how to make changes.
Abbey Jacobson
Location in Korea: DaechiIn the past month, we went through a very helpful online and in-person training that helped me feel significantly more prepared and less intimidated about teaching in front of a classroom! I moved into a great apartment in Gangnam, and got to explore a little bit of the surrounding areas! We’ve visited the Coex mall, the Bukchon Hanok Village, Ssamzigil market, Ikseondong, and explored all the shops and cafes in our neighborhood.