EPIK Teaching Jobs in Public Schools Available Each Month

Name: EPIK Teaching Jobs in Public Schools Available Each Month
Brand: Korean Horizons
SKU: 29739
Rating: 4.94 (245 reviews)

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Location

South Korea
- Seoul
- Busan
- Gwangju

Length

26 - 52 weeks

Classroom Audience

Elementary Middle School High School

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Program Details

Qualifications

Bachelor in any field

Job Type

Government

Classroom Audience

Elementary Middle School High School

Housing

Apartment

Weekly Classroom Hours

Age Min.

Age Max

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Salary / Benefits

Salary is 2,200,000 to 2,950,000 depending on your resume and the location you teach in South Korea. Tax is income tax-free for certain nationalities.

Benefits include
Rent-free single furnished apartment near your school
• 300,000 won one-time settlement allowance
• Round-trip airfare allowance of 3,100,000 won
• 26 working days paid vacation + 15 national holidays (7 weeks in total)
• Medical contributions
• Pension contributions
• 1 month salary bonus on completion of contract
• Sick paid leave allowance
• Special leave allowance
• Korean co-teacher to assist with your classes

As a Korean Horizons Teacher, you will also receive :
1. Airport pickup, hotel for 1 evening & transport to the education office / school
2. Order anything you like using our interest-free Supermarket credit service from any online Korean store & pay us back once you get paid your salary.

Throughout your time – whilst applying; during applying – and after you are here – we will be available to support you and be there for you.

Price Details

We are financed by the South Korean government to recruit you. Therefore, our services are completely free to you - you should never pay for recruitment services for teaching positions in South Korea.

What's Included

Accommodation Activities Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers Meals Travel Insurance Visa

Last Updated: Jul 09, 2024

Last Reviewed: Apr 01, 2025

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About Program

We are the official recruitment agency of the EPIK program and we are here to assist you with the employment process. And after all, that's why it is good to come to a recruitment agency. We provide a safety net for you. Apply direct to an educational institution and you are on your own!

If you are having problems with your school... Or you need some information or help, you can contact us and we will provide you with some advice... You might not always like it, but it will be the truth. And that's really our philosophy: to provide you with a completely trustworthy service, right from the initial phase of introducing you to the education office, to making sure that you are content with your teaching position and if there's anything you need we will always be available.

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Program Highlights

Travel Around South Korean & Learn About the Exciting Asian Culture
Learn Korean and stand apart from your peers
Work with EPIK and add value to your Resume - be recognized by future employers
Start dates Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov & Dec
3.1m in Flights provided, 7 weeks vacation and rent-free single furnished apartment

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They helped to make the adjustment from my home country to Korea in no time. There was so much support that I had from staff, especially Alistair. He always replies to emails within the day sometimes even within the hour and gave lots of helpful tips for interviews, orientation and continued his help even once I have moved into my new apartment. The EPIK staff were also amazing during orientation. They were so friendly and never once out you down if you made a mistake, they showed me a way to improve myself as a teacher in Korea. If you’re thinking of using this program I definitely recommend!!!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

Having my interview with EPIK. I was so nervous but Alistair and I had a mock interview before and he gave me so many helpful tips from what I should know to how I should dress. It really helped to calm my nerves

As someone who is anxious about everything, especially rejection, having a recruiter like Korean Horizons/Alistair, has truly been an amazing experience! Alistair is very responsive to emails and gives great advice for both the application and the interview! I was especially nervous for my interview because this was my first ever "real job" interview, but with Alistair's guidance, I managed to pass. I highly recommend Korean Horizons to people who want to ensure that they get into EPIK! Alistair will be with you throughout the entire process!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

The interview was something I was super nervous about. Alistair gave really great advice and did a mock interview with me and that really helped! I also practiced a lot by recording myself and with friends and family to really prepare myself.

I highly recommend working with Korean Horizons throughout your Epik journey. Alistair has been of great assistance since the beginning of my Epik application journey and till this day. I highly recommend him to other applicants out there who wish to teach at public schools in South Korea. The Epik program will equip you with the right set of skills to teach even without an education degree. The process is challenging at first and with the right recruiter, you can have a stress free application journey.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?

Doubting myself if I’m good enough to be a teacher

100% recommend going with Korean Horizons if you're applying to EPIK. Alistair has been such a help with a such a stressful and time-consuming application.

I think the best part about applying through Korean Horizons specifically is how attentive Alistair is to every application. Everyone gets a practice interview (with advice that is invaluable) and he replies to your emails very quickly with all the answers you need.

Alistair continues to offer help and support for the duration you're in South Korea.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Save yourself the extra stress and time, and apply with Korean Horizons.

I loved my experience with Korean Horizons! Alistair has been absolutely great the entire process. I had previously applied with EPIK and didn't receive a placement so i decided to go with a recruiter the next time. Alistair gave fantastic advice and even mock interviews to prepare for the official EPIK interview. He also continues to check up on current teachers after placement. I have also made great friends also in the KH program and we continue to talk and make plans to hang out while here 10/10

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

Definitely preparing for the interview. The thought of it gave me so much anxiety but the mock interview helped so much.

I 100% recommend Korean Horizons.
Alistair was extremely helpful and kept you informed and updated every step of the application process. He answered any questions or concerns and was very quick to respond to emails.
The support Alistair and KH offers is invaluable - throughout the application process, the Visa process, the journey to Korea, and even once I'd moved into my apartment in Korea.
KH goes above and beyond so if you're thinking about applying to EPIK through a recruiter I'd highly recommend KH.

I would highly recommend Korean Horizons. The service is extremely effecient and Alistair does everything he can to guide you through the application process and beyond. This is the second time I've applied through KH and I could not be happier. The entire application process can be quite overwhelming so it's truly incredible yo have someone in your corner to help you through everything, and that's exactly what KH does, from the initial application all the way through to placement and finding your feet in Korea.

I would 10/10 recommend Korean Horizons.
Alistair helped me tremendously at every step of the EPIK application process and even after.
Whenever I had questions Alistair was very quick to get back in touch with me.
Alistair was very informative and I was kept updated regularly.
Alistair provided lots of help and support during all the stages, even once I’d been placed in my school.
If you are thinking about applying for EPIK through a recruiter let it be Korean Horizons! They are excellent!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

The interview. However, I had a practice interview with Alistair before the actual interview and he provided me with so many tips and pointers that I felt confident when it came to the interview.

Questions & Answers

Is it a full time permanent job?

All of the positions we provide are full-time 12 month fixed term contracts. It's possible to renew each year.

By Alistair Wery on March 9, 2021

Am I likely to find a placement if I have no experience of teaching?

Teaching experience is not required. 98% of all new teachers have no prior teaching experience. To apply, you need to have a bachelor. You need to have the commitment to complete the TEFL by your start date and you can apply without one. Hope that this information is useful.

By Alistair Wery on August 15, 2019

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Why hasn't teacher's salary in EPIK increased in the past 20 years?

Hey Paul - we did some research and it looks like the salary is controlled by the government, and there are pay grades. Appreciate the question, surely others are wondering too

By Go Overseas on May 2, 2018

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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you choose this program?

I did not exactly choose this program. My TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification was through Oxford Seminars. Oxford Seminars offers graduate placement which lead to my contact with Korean Horizons. Korean Horizons services, prompt responses, and interests in me is what lead me to choose the EPIK program.

What did your program provider assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

Korean Horizons provided me with all the information necessary to start teaching abroad. They emailed me the required paperwork in addition to advice on how to fill out the forms. This kind of help was invaluable for someone that had never left the country before. Moreover, Korean Horizons offered mock interviews and key feedback to prepare me for the interview process. That being said, there is plenty of leg work on the applicant end such as getting necessary paperwork notarized and having it apostille in a timely manner.

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What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

The transition from a biweekly paycheck to a monthly salary was a new experience. So, be prepared to budget accordingly!

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

The workday is 8:20-16:20 Monday-Friday in addition to teaching a night class once a week at the local high school for 2 hours.

Note: The high school night class is not a typical requirement of EPIK teachers. I was offered the additional hours and accepted them.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it and/or how did your views on the issue change?

My biggest fear was teaching. I had no prior experience and was very concerned about my ability. Fortunately, I reflect on every class and constantly look for ways to improve. Moreover, if something does not work I change it and if something does work I make sure to take note of why it was successful.

What's the most important thing you need to remember when living abroad?

You have to be willing to laugh at yourself and not dwell on mistakes. You are going to fail a lot and that is okay. There's no way to improve without making a mistake. Be prepared to learn and grow with your experiences and remember why you came in the first place.

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Staff Interviews

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Alistair Wery

Program

EPIK Teaching Jobs in Public Schools Available Each Month

Alistair Wery is an English native recruitment agent living in South Korea. He represents Korean Horizons, a company, which is ranked highly. His advice has assisted many in finding teaching positions and he has received glowing reviews from the ESL community (which can be viewed on various ESL forums, blogs, social media websites, and throughout the Internet).

What position do you hold at Korean Horizons? What has been your career path so far?

Alistair: I’m the consultant here at Korean Horizons and I’ve been working for the company for around 8 years now. I manage all of the incoming applications from new teachers, assist them during the application process, and provide support for all of those teachers currently living and teaching here in South Korea.

I love my job – speaking and meeting to people from all over the world – and it’s so fulfilling! Living here in South Korea, I feel set to remain here and I enjoy my career working for Korean Horizons, helping people achieve their professional teaching goals. Life is good.

Did YOU teach abroad?! If so, where and what inspired you to go?

Alistair: So, I had to get away from my boring job in England. I was in finance and I had enough of the regular boring, day-in-day-out life as an office worker. I needed excitement, so I started traveling and I made some Korean friends who suggested teaching in South Korea - that was it for me!

Before I worked for Korean Horizons, I worked for a private academy and a public school. My private academy was just awful – they didn’t honor the contract (i.e. didn’t pay me, no vacation, no medical) and made my life hell (I wanted honesty.) It seems that a lot of recruitment companies, who recruit for private academies, just care about making money. For my second job, I worked in a public school – it was bliss – and I got everything in my contract (so I was very happy). Though, with my background, teaching wasn’t for me and I began working for Korean Horizons!

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What does the future hold for Korean Horizons - any exciting new programs to share?

Alistair: A lot! Have a search online and you will discover that Korean Horizons is probably the most recognizable recruitment company for public schools today, period. There is no other recruitment company that provides public schools to EPIK (nationwide public school program), SMOE (Seoul public school program), IMOE (Incheon public school program), GEPIK (Gyeongi public school program), and GOE (Gyeongsangnamdo public school program). We specialize in public schools and provide no other type of positions. As for the future, quite simply, we are just looking to remain where we are and continue to provide a professional and personalized recruitment service.

What about the future of the teach abroad industry? How do you think international education will change over the next 10 years?

Alistair: The industry is like a business cycle – jumping up and down all of the time. South Korea knows that English education is now a natural requirement for its educated labor force, thus, things will always be on the up!

About Korean Horizons

Korean Horizons is an official provider of teachers for EPIK (English Program in Korea), SMOE (Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education), IMOE (Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education), BMOE (Busan Metropolitan Office of Education) GEPIK (Gyeongido Office of Education), GOE (Gyeongsangnamdo Office of Education) & the CNOE (Chungcheongnamdo Office of...