Learn Korean:
Common Words & Phrases for Beginners
Language Formalities: How to Speak Korean While Traveling Abroad
0
+
TEACHERS PLACED
0
+
STUDENTS SERVED
0
+
LOCATIONS AVAILABLE
0
+ years
RECRUITER EXPERIENCE
Language Formalities: How to Speak Korean
Learn Korean While Traveling & Teaching Abroad
Useful Korean Phrases for Everyday Conversations Abroad
Once in Korea, practice speaking with native speakers by ordering food, navigating public transportation, and greeting people with phrases like hi in Korean and good morning in Korean. Engaging in language exchange meetups, hiring a tutor, or celebrating occasions with phrases like happy new year in Korean and happy birthday in Korean can further enhance your fluency. Additionally, listening to Korean podcasts, watching K-dramas with subtitles, and consistently practicing common expressions will accelerate your Korean learning. The key to success is immersion—embrace every opportunity to speak, listen, and engage with the language daily.
Essential Korean Phrases & Tips for Travelers & Teachers
How to Say It in Korean
How do you say Hello in Korean?
Hello – 안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo)
How do you say Hi in Korean?
Hi – 안녕 (annyeong)
How do you say Thank you in Korean?
Thank you – 감사합니다 (gamsahamnida)
How do you say I love you in Korean?
I love you – 사랑해요 (saranghaeyo)
How do you say Yes in Korean?
Yes – 네 (ne)
How do you say No in Korean?
No – 아니요 (aniyo)
How do you say Excuse me Korean?
Excuse me – 실례합니다 (sillyehamnida)
How do you say how much is this in Korean?
How much is this? – 이거 얼마예요? (igeo eolmayeyo?)
How do you say where is the bathroom in Korean?
Where is the bathroom? – 화장실 어디에요? (hwajangsil eodieyo?)
How do you say I don’t understand in Korean?
I don’t understand – 이해하지 못해요 (ihaehaji mothaeyo)
How do you say can you speak English in Korean?
Can you speak English? – 영어 할 수 있어요? (yeongeo hal su isseoyo?)
How do you say Goodbye in Korean?
Goodbye – 안녕히 계세요 (annyeonghi gyeseyo) (if you're leaving)
Goodbye –안녕히 가세요 (annyeonghi gaseyo) (if someone else is leaving)
How do you say Happy New Year in Korean?
Happy New Year – 새해 복 많이 받으세요 (saehae bok mani badeuseyo)
How do you say Happy Birthday in Korean?
Happy Birthday – 생일 축하합니다 (saengil chukahamnida)
How do you say You in Korean?
You – 너 (neo) (informal) / 당신 (dangsin) (formal)
How do you say How are you in Korean?
How are you? – 잘 지냈어요? (jal jinaesseoyo?)
How do you say Sorry in Korean?
Sorry – 미안해요 (mianhaeyo) / 죄송합니다 (joesonghamnida)
How do you say Cheers in Korean?
Cheers! – 건배! (geonbae!)
How do you say Mom in Korean?
Mom – 엄마 (eomma)
How do you say Dad in Korean?
Dad – 아빠 (appa)
How do you say Bye in Korean?
Bye – 안녕 (annyeong)
How do you say Please in Korean?
Please – 제발 (jebal) (begging) / 주세요 (juseyo) (polite request)
How do you say Good morning in Korean?
Good morning - 좋은 아침이에요 (joeun achimieyo)
How do you say Good night in Korean?
Good night – 잘 자요 (jal jayo)
The Benefits Of Teaching In Korea
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
Teaching English abroad offers a rewarding career and unique cultural experiences.
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.
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.
APPLICATION PROCESS TO TEACH IN KOREA
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.
Our Blog - Discover Living in Korea: Embrace the Culture
What's It Like Teaching In Korea?
COMMON QUESTIONS LIVING AS A TEACHER IN KOREA
Frequently asked questions about teaching English in South Korea
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.
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.
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.
Can I experience this opportunity with a friend or partner?
We will accept applications and interview candidates with dependents, but these candidates should know that we cannot offer additional assistance with their dependents, and the employers will not assist in any way. Unfortunately, benefits are for employees only. Therefore, people bringing dependents like children, spouses, or partners will need to find their own accommodations, secure the visa for these dependents, pay for their flight, and secure schooling for any children. International schools can be very expensive. If you are bringing dependents, you will need to be placed in a city like Seoul, where it is easier to find apartments, schools, and support networks. Some employers do not accept applications from people with dependents so we will advise you on which employers do and do not.
I'm thinking of enrolling in a TESL/CELTA course. Will that help?
Only certain programs (100+ hours of study) will qualify teachers to receive extra salary. It is not a requirement of the job to have a TESL/CELTA certificate, but it is definitely excellent preparation for an ESL teaching position. You can check out one of our partners if you're interested: https://www.
What are we expected to teach?
Lesson plans are based on the curriculum. During training, teachers will learn how to teach the material. Teachers are encouraged to use their own creativity and individual teaching styles to engage students in the lesson material/content.
REVIEWS FROM OUR TEACHERS IN 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.
I'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!
We 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.
In 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.
