EPIK Teaching Jobs in Public Schools Available Each Month

EPIK Teaching Jobs in Public Schools Available Each Month

Location
  • South Korea
    • Seoul
    • Busan
    • Gwangju
Length
26 - 52 weeks
Classroom Audience
Elementary Middle School High School

Program Details

Qualifications
  • Bachelor in any field
Job Type
Government
Classroom Audience
Elementary Middle School High School
Housing
Apartment
Weekly Classroom Hours
22
Age Min.
20
Age Max
62

Pricing

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
Jul 09, 2024
May 25, 2026
175 travelers are looking at this program

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.

Please search the internet and see what others say about us.

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

Program Reviews

4.94 Rating
based on 251 reviews
  • 5 rating 94.42%
  • 4 rating 5.58%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Benefits 4.9
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.85
  • Facilities 4.9
  • Safety 4.95
Showing 145 - 152 of 251 reviews
Appreciate
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Korean Horizons (KH) is the Best Recruiting Agency!

From the service to benefits, KH is simply the the best.

Most people i met say this was a stressful process ever, for me it wasn't. With Alistair's support, guidance and frequent updates, my application was... yes long but also smooth. I'm grateful that out of all the agencies i chose KH. If i was asked to start everything from beginning i would choose KH over and over again. I have no regrets.

149 people found this review helpful.
Amy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Supported all the way

Alistair and the team at Korean Horizons supported me during my application process all the way. He was always willing to answer any questions that I had and always ensured that I was kept in the loop the whole time. This is the second time that I worked with him and I can say that he is good at what he does. He helped with the interview and application process, ensuring that I was well-prepped. After getting accepted to EPIK, he even meet us at the airport and gave us a welcome pack. Plus suggested that we arrive a day earlier, in order to recover from some of the jetlag. How many recruiters would go the extra mile? There are many more examples that I could give to relay what a great recruiter Alistair was during this entire process.
Ultimately I would say to anyone that is thinking about teaching in South Korea, I definitely recommend Korean Horizons :)

166 people found this review helpful.
Kershi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Reliable Recruitment Agency?

That would be Korean Horizons!

KH is definitely the way to go if you’re unsure how to apply or need some guidance. Alistair’s prompt replies, regular updates, support and willingness to help made my process and experience less overwhelming and made me feel at ease. Alistair made sure that the application process was according to EPIK’s standards and provides advice that’s beneficial to you.

KH also helps you settle down in Korea and offers help throughout your journey.

Highly recommended KH!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Waiting for my documents to be reviewed- be patient
140 people found this review helpful.
Dulce
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing~ Alistar is the way to go!

It is nerve-racking moving to another country, let alone trying to apply to a program blindsided (such as EPIK) that is six months of dedication and waiting. After doing some online research, Korean Horizons was the best option for me. Alistair is the man! He will be with you every step of the way. Even when you doubt yourself, he makes it happen. Let me say, this man does not sleep! He responds to ALL of your emails -whether it be questions or random topics you may have. Also, he will help you with your lesson plan, give you essential tips on how to ace the interview, and will pick you up, drop you off at the airport if needed. All around, I could not have made a better choice. I recommend Korean Horizons 100%.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Be prepared to wait a full six months when applying for the program. There's alot of preparation, a lot of documents, and waiting. It is worth it at the end though!
135 people found this review helpful.
Ashleigh
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Experience!

If you are deciding whether to apply direct or go with a recruiter I fully recommend going with Korean Horizons, I have been looking for a job for a while and Alistair never gave up on me. He's very easy to get along with but also fully prepares you for everything you need to do. He also creates a platform for all teachers to communicate and help each other, I was able to make a really good friend through Korean Horizons and meet her in real life.

Go with Korean Horizons, get that job and make some amazing friends!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The lesson demonstration at the end of orientation, it ended up being way more fun than I thought and I learnt so much!
108 people found this review helpful.
Claire
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Decision Made

I had just transitioned into a full-time position at the start of the application process and Alistair really helped me feel less stressed throughout the process! I put flexible placement and got a great city with a great group of other teachers. This was the first time I ever made a lesson plan and he did a great job helping me improve it and I didn't have to change a thing and passed the interview! It's easy to get nervous, but Alistair helps you go through the interview questions so you can figure out what to expect and be well prepared.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don't be afraid to ask the others in the group for help!
114 people found this review helpful.
Dawn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best recruiter: Korean Horizons

I feel like my experience started with my recruitment Agency: Korean Horizons. My recruiter made me feel at ease throughout the application process, and I'm not sure if I would have continued with the application otherwise. From the first skype session, to the one I had just before leaving South Africa my level of comfort was the same. Alistair answered all my questions and responded to all my emails in a timely manner. I absolutely love everything about the EPIK program and I wouldn't change anything.

119 people found this review helpful.
Lee-Anne
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Choose Korean Horizons for Excellent Placements

The experience of being successfully placed onto the EPIK program would not have been as smooth and possible if it wasn’t for Alistair Wery. He was always helpful, kind, patient and very willing to go the extra mile to ensure that your application was of an excellent standard and that you were well prepared for the interview. He also helped with the burden of the admin process to get all the documentation submitted in time, even when the corona virus hit and there was a good chance of me not getting my visa done on time due to the shipping delay, I got my visa well on time. Entering Korea was not as stressful as Alistair made sure we had our itinerary schedule well in advance, he made sure we were picked up (waited for all of us) and checked in to our hotel so we had good rest for the orientation registration the next day. I’m already settled in my apartment and Alistair has still checked up on me to make sure if I am happy with my placement. It is very rare nowadays to find individuals such as him who genuinely wants the best for his recruits and is willing to offer support where necessary. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to apply for the EPIK program to do so through Alistair Wery, this experience has been life changing and I am so excited to see what this year of teaching will bring :)

118 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers

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

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.

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