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Location
  • South Korea
Length
52+ weeks
Classroom Audience
Early Childhood Pre-School Elementary Middle School

Program Details

Classroom Audience
Early Childhood Pre-School Elementary Middle School
Housing
Apartment

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What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airfare Airport Transfers
Jun 05, 2025
May 01, 2025
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Join Xplore’s In-Country TEFL/TESOL + Placement Program in South Korea and kickstart your teaching career with expert support and a guaranteed job placement. Earn a globally recognized 120-hour Level 5 TEFL/TESOL certification and gain the confidence to teach English abroad. This program is more than a career opportunity, it’s a chance for personal growth, cultural immersion, and making a lasting impact on your students' lives. With Xplore, you’ll receive world-class training and a comprehensive orientation that prepares you to succeed in the classroom and adapt to a new environment. We believe in empowering you to thrive, not just teach. Through our support, you’ll gain invaluable global connections, embark on an adventure, and build a future filled with purpose and transformation.

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Program Highlights

  • Guaranteed Teaching Placement with Lifetime Placement Opportunities: Xplore guarantees your teaching placement in South Korea, along with lifetime placement opportunities, ensuring ongoing support and career growth throughout your teaching journey.
  • Flexible Contract Options: Choose between 6- or 12-month contracts that cater to your needs, whether you want a short-term experience or a longer stay to fully immerse yourself in South Korea.
  • Comprehensive Benefits for One-Year Contracts: For one-year contracts, you’ll receive free furnished housing, a generous flight contribution, paid holidays, and health insurance, ensuring a comfortable living experience.
  • End-of-Contract Bonus: Earn a one-month contract-ending bonus for one-year placements, giving you extra funds to travel or save at the end of your term.
  • Immersive Cultural and Travel Opportunities: Experience South Korea’s rich culture and vibrant lifestyle, with the opportunity to explore its landscapes, historical sites, and traditions while teaching.

Program Reviews

4.70 Rating
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  • Benefits 4.4
  • Support 4.8
  • Fun 4.75
  • Facilities 4.55
  • Safety 4.9
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Dominique
27
Female
United States
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Thank you, XploreAsia!

Aug 17, 2024

I am very happy with the assistance and support the XploreAsia team expressed and provided me with every step of the way. I never would have secured such a life-changing experience if it weren’t for them! I’m gaining new strengths, skills, and insights daily, and I couldn’t be more grateful. The team is patient, understanding, and encouraging. Thank you for inspiring me to abandon my comfort zone and thrive without regrets. I cherish my new reality and its role in bettering me. I’m proud of myself for braving the unknown with an open mind, inquisitiveness, and curiosity.

24 people found this review helpful.
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Jordan
30
Female
United States
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Once in a Lifetime Opportunity

Jul 29, 2024

I can't possibly recommend Xplore Asia enough for all of their support every single step of the way. I spent longer than most preparing and the Xplore Asia Programs team was patient, informative, and always answered any questions I had regarding paperwork in a timely manner. If you want to go abroad, this is the organization to use! If you are considering this opportunity, stop wondering and do it! It is truly one of the greatest decisions I've ever made, and it is an amazing thing to live where most people vacation. It is a joy to teach so many wonderful students and work alongside an amazing local and international staff.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don't spend too much time worrying about what your experience will be like and just live in the moment. Once you arrive, things will become clearer with each passing day. Soon after, you'll be a pro. However, don't think it is all "fun" - you ARE here to work, after all. Be sure to be open to exploring on the weekends, but also plan time to relax and unwind! Its all about balance, and you'll have an amazing time making new friends and getting to know your students.
Pros
  • Living where others vacation
  • Ability to learn a new language and/or culture
  • Once in a lifetime opportunity most people only dream of
Cons
  • Many difficult days with poorly-behaved students
  • Not a lot of vacation time
  • Constant language barrier and being stared at in public
29 people found this review helpful.
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Professional Photoshoot in Hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Jack
United States
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Year in Jeonga

Apr 9, 2024

I'm really enjoying my time in Jeonga, the city provides for a great mix of working here at the school but provides opportunities for great exploration out into the country thanks to its close proximity to trains and the metro system. The kids are a ton of fun to work with and it's been lovely to work in such a colorful place! The food and area are definitely a high point as you're smack dab in the center of a large city. Any type of food you could imagine is readily available in a short walking distance, both foreign and Korean.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don't get it twisted, it's definitely a job first and foremost. This is a program for people looking for work, not a job. So long as that's what you're looking for, you'll be fine!
Pros
  • Great city
  • Great food
  • Great location
Cons
  • The city never sleeps
  • Lots of construction
  • The city prioritizes car driving.
46 people found this review helpful.
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The morning commute is stunning!
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Shaira
27
Female
South Africa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Shaira In South Korea

Dec 3, 2023

This is the best recruitment team ever. I couldn’t have gone any other way and for that, I’d like to thank you all once again for always guiding me through it all and keeping me motivated. Moving to a foreign country where you don’t know ANYONE can be absolutely daunting but with XPLOREASIA by your side? Everything is guided and you NEVER feel alone. I went through the toughest situations when I needed to move to SK but this team had my back. I’d do it ALL over again with XPLOREASIA. Thank you.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would definitely ask a LOT more questions about the area I will be placed in. The kind of school I’d be placed in and the kind of management that I’d have. I am very anxious person by nature so when things throw me off? I tend to lose my motivation for a while and I’d have to rebuild it all over again but it’s really all part of the major learning experience.
Pros
  • 1. A new environment
  • 2. No crime/ Very safe
  • 3. Good housing facilities & transportation services
Cons
  • 1. Language Barrier is BIG
  • 2. Lots of Culture Shocks!
83 people found this review helpful.
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Historical Building in Ganghwa-do, Incheon.

Questions & Answers

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Shannon

Program
Xplore South Korea In-Country TEFL + Placement Program
Job Title
Program Coordinator
Shannon is a Program Coordinator for XploreAsia's South Korean program. Having taught in South Korea for three years herself, Shannon is always excited to share her knowledge and experience with other teachers starting their journey of teaching abroad.
Shannon facing a mountain in South Korea

What is your favorite travel memory?

During my time living in Korea, I was lucky enough to visit some lesser known, 'off the beaten track' types of places, and those will always be my favourite memories. One place in particular that I really enjoyed visiting was a small coastal city called Namhae. Not only is it a beautiful place for a vacation, but it is also home to a replica German village, which is such an interesting thing to find in the middle of the Korean countryside. Visiting the village and learning the history behind it was a wonderful experience.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

Working with XploreAsia has really allowed me to grow in my position as a program coordinator, and I have learned so much in my time with them. The teamwork and support shown by everyone across the company, even with us being located all across the globe, is absolutely wonderful, and it is something I am very proud to be a part of.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

Any time I hear that someone I have worked with is happy, settled, and thriving in their new home is always incredibly rewarding for me. It would be impossible just to pick one experience, as there are so many amazing stories to choose from, but I am always so happy whenever I hear that someone will be renewing their contract and staying even longer!

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

It is so hard to choose just one since all of the programs are so incredible, but I think my next choice would have to be Japan. I have always been very interested in Japanese culture, and I would love to be able to experience more of the history, art, lifestyle, and of course the food!

I would also absolutely love to visit Spain, so that would definitely be next on my list!

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

What makes our company unique is the true dedication and experience that each member brings to the team.

I am always incredibly happy and proud to be a part of my team, as I feel that we all strive to do our best, go the extra mile, and provide support whenever it is needed. Working with a group of like-minded, experienced, and passionate people is always fantastic!

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

One of the key factors in being successful as a company is to have each individual member of the team truly invested in and passionate about what they are doing. Everyone at XploreAsia loves what they do, and the reward of helping a teacher to reach their goal of going abroad is the ultimate success for us.

Location

Location:
South Korea
Currency:
South Korean Won
Airports:
Incheon International Airport
( ICN )
Gimpo International Airport
( GMP )
Jeju International Airport
( CJU )

In the past few decades, South Korea has shot onto the global stage with world-leading industries in tech, fashion, beauty, and more. The world now listens to K-Pop, relies on Korean gadgets, eats kimchi, and swears by Korean skincare. It’s no wonder, then, that so many students are turning their thoughts towards the skyscrapers of Seoul and Busan.

About XploreAsia

XploreAsia was founded by educators who are passionate about teaching English and giving back to local communities. We specialize in providing a life-changing adventure by living, teaching, and volunteering abroad. We offer internationally accredited TESOL/TEFL certification courses, job placement assistance, sustainable volunteer placements, home...

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