I would love a video on orientation! I'm planning on coming in august and would love to know more about people's recent experiences as a lot of the videos I've found are a few years old
Hey Victoria, I will definitely make one but it'll have to be after vacation as I'm flying out this Friday but I'll post one as soon as possible! For now, here's a link to my orientation vlog if you haven't already seen :) th-cam.com/video/HTGS28EbKuI/w-d-xo.html
Awesome video! I'm about to finish up my contract here in Korea. I also taught middle school...the boys can be quite a handful, huh? Really enjoying your videos!
Thanks Matt! I knew your handle sounded familiar and realized it's because I saw you in Jessica's videos :) Congrats on finishing the year! Are you headed back home? And I'm glad you understand.. I recently found out that my second school is changing. I had a measly but wonderful 3 all girls classes at that school but I'm being switched to another all boys school with a horrible reputation in my city haha
Hi Aida, glad you found the video helpful! I did the 120 hours. More definitely can't hurt! I also have a video all about the recruiter I used and my TEFL certificate. Feel free to check it out! th-cam.com/video/uaXZR_kK18o/w-d-xo.html
Will do! It'll have to be after vacation as I'm flying out to Vietnam and Cambodia this Friday but I'll post one as soon as possible! For now, here's a link to my orientation vlog if you haven't already seen :) th-cam.com/video/HTGS28EbKuI/w-d-xo.html
In my city (Chungju) I primarily take the bus, taxi or walk. I bus to my main school (approx. 20 mins) and I walk to my second school (approx 15 mins). I have friends who have to bus an hour to their rural schools though so I got lucky. The city itself is small enough where you can walk most places and taxis are very convenient and cheap as well! I do feel very safe in Korea. I'm sure there's always those unfortunate encounters in any country but I feel safer here than anywhere else I've been.
Hi Brooklyn, MOEs are generally more desired since they consist of the largest metropolitan cities in Korea (e.g. Daejeon, Busan, Ulsan etc). POEs are good if you're not keen on a specific city. The risk with POEs is that might end up somewhere very very rural. If you're looking for a more "authentic" cultural experience and wouldn't mind rural then POEs would be good. However, even if you pick a POE, you could still end up in a decent sized city (e.g Cheongju) but it wouldn't be a metropolitan city. Also, we get paid more in POEs! :) however, you have no idea exactly where you'll end up until you arrive in Korea one way or another. You'll just know what MOE or POE you're in.
Hi Kent, unfortunately not that I know of. Here's the list: www.epik.go.kr/contents.do?contentsNo=48&menuNo=275#:~:text=EPIK%20teachers%20must%20be%20citizens,United%20States%2C%20or%20South%20Africa.
My visa and Alien Registration Card is good for 13 months. You can keep renewing your contract if you want to stay another year (assuming you school is hiring again and likes you). In Busan, it's an option to renew contracts for 6 months whereas most other places is 1 year renewals.
HI Sharon! :) How's the water quality? I hear it's hard, and some English teachers have said the water quality makes them shed their hair even more. Do you have any experience w/ that? Also, is there a water filter system or filter faucet attachment to purchase in S. Korea for drinkable water? Thank you! :)
Hi Linda! The water quality is definitely not great haha. I've heard the same about the hair shedding. Honestly, I shed a lot but that's not abnormal for me. I shed like a dog back home too so I can't blame Korea for that. At least I haven't shed noticeably more here hah. And yes, I've heard of water filtering systems/faucet attachments though I don't personally own one myself!
Something definitely makes people shed their hair a lot. As someone who went through it myself I can say it differs for people. When I flew back from the states for vacation the climate change really messed with my scalp health and gave me a skin problem. After finding a proper doctor and medication it went back to normal. Other people may be losing hair due to improper eating (change in diet) , stress, or the water. I have a filter just in case because it leaves red rust residue all over my sink .
Hello! First of all, I enjoyed the information you provided it have me so much peace! The question I have is about Moe? Pov? I can't recall the terms you used. Anyhow I am filling out the application and I only have the options of suburban and urban. What do you recommend I select? I personally would love to teach in a rural area, but of course as you stated it's all at random. Thanks! :D
Hi Ivone, so glad to hear that my videos have helped! I have another video dedicated to MOEs and POEs, feel free to check it out here: th-cam.com/video/d7tbD9n-gf0/w-d-xo.html
I really want to do this in the future (I'm still a high school student) but my parents are pretty protective so... Just hoping I'll be able to do this in the future! Can you give me some tips to convince my parents to let me go this? Plz! Thanks you! This video is very helpful!👌👏
Hey there, I recently did a video on whether it's safe to move to South Korea as that's often a concern for family and friends. Perhaps in a few years time they will feel more comfortable with the idea of you moving abroad. I would just lay out all the details for them and include them in every step of the process. South Korea is one of the safest, best options for teaching English. They're a pretty developed country and the benefits they provide to their foreign English teachers are great! There's also a huge expat community and tons of other English teachers there as well so maybe start with those details when you try to ease their concerns :)
So, when you apply for EPIK can you choose what grade you prefer? or do they just give you a random grade? I am 13 years old and I have wanted to do EPIK for a while but, obviously I am not old enough. But, when I get the chance I will most likely do it, so I am just trying to get as much information as possible.
If EPIK only take only counties who speak english what i was a none korean but i have a Korean nationality can i still teach in korea hope someone answer my question and thank u so much
If you are a Korean national you can still apply, only if you have been a resident of one of the 7 listed English speaking countries and have studied there from 7th grade through University.
Hi Sharon! Hope you are doing well :D Question, how did you pick your apartment? Was it chosen for you or you found it on your own near the school you teach at? But EPIK pays for all that right, just not your food and other things you want right? Hope that one day I will teach english in Korea!!! :D I miss my country lol. Planning on going again in two years for the Olympic Games if you didn't know they are having the games there, lol.
Hi Richard! I'm doing well, thank you :D You don't get to pick your apartment. The POE/MOE places you in an apartment and they try to place it near your main school. I teach at 2 schools (most people teach at 3 in my city) and my apartment is close to both my schools! But that's just luck as I have friends in this apartment who bus an hour to their schools. EPIK takes care of your rent, airfare, and gives you a "settlement" allowance to buy stuff for your apartment. I pay for my own utilities, internet, phone bills, groceries, etc though. I am indeed aware of the 2018 Olympics happening in Pyeongchang! :) I really hope you get to be here for that!
I work in a POE so my base pay is 2.2 million KWN. I believe it's $100 extra for every school. Here's a break down of other base pay amounts: www.epik.go.kr:8080/contents.do?contentsNo=49&menuNo=278
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I would love a video on orientation! I'm planning on coming in august and would love to know more about people's recent experiences as a lot of the videos I've found are a few years old
Hey Victoria, I will definitely make one but it'll have to be after vacation as I'm flying out this Friday but I'll post one as soon as possible! For now, here's a link to my orientation vlog if you haven't already seen :) th-cam.com/video/HTGS28EbKuI/w-d-xo.html
Hope you're doing well.
Thank you!
Thanks for such an informative video!
Awesome video! I'm about to finish up my contract here in Korea. I also taught middle school...the boys can be quite a handful, huh?
Really enjoying your videos!
Thanks Matt! I knew your handle sounded familiar and realized it's because I saw you in Jessica's videos :)
Congrats on finishing the year! Are you headed back home? And I'm glad you understand.. I recently found out that my second school is changing. I had a measly but wonderful 3 all girls classes at that school but I'm being switched to another all boys school with a horrible reputation in my city haha
Sharon, thank you for brilliant informative videos. Please advice did you purchase 160-hours TEFL or 120-hours TEFL? Which one is recommended ?
Hi Aida, glad you found the video helpful! I did the 120 hours. More definitely can't hurt! I also have a video all about the recruiter I used and my TEFL certificate. Feel free to check it out! th-cam.com/video/uaXZR_kK18o/w-d-xo.html
Great video!!
Please do a video on the orientation! Would really appreciate that and how did you manage the jetlag with the 14 hour difference :)
Will do! It'll have to be after vacation as I'm flying out to Vietnam and Cambodia this Friday but I'll post one as soon as possible! For now, here's a link to my orientation vlog if you haven't already seen :) th-cam.com/video/HTGS28EbKuI/w-d-xo.html
Do we need to know Korean language in order to get into EPIK
I love your personality.
Haha I often feel very awkward filming so this is appreciated, thanks!
EPIK is legit
lol yea, definitely way more than hagwons where they can fire you easily.
What means of transportation do you have ? Or do you just walk?
And is it pretty safe in Korea?
In my city (Chungju) I primarily take the bus, taxi or walk. I bus to my main school (approx. 20 mins) and I walk to my second school (approx 15 mins). I have friends who have to bus an hour to their rural schools though so I got lucky. The city itself is small enough where you can walk most places and taxis are very convenient and cheap as well! I do feel very safe in Korea. I'm sure there's always those unfortunate encounters in any country but I feel safer here than anywhere else I've been.
what camera do you use?!
Hey Jessica, I use a Canon G7X :)
What's the difference in positives or negatives with POEs and MOEs?
Hi Brooklyn, MOEs are generally more desired since they consist of the largest metropolitan cities in Korea (e.g. Daejeon, Busan, Ulsan etc). POEs are good if you're not keen on a specific city. The risk with POEs is that might end up somewhere very very rural. If you're looking for a more "authentic" cultural experience and wouldn't mind rural then POEs would be good. However, even if you pick a POE, you could still end up in a decent sized city (e.g Cheongju) but it wouldn't be a metropolitan city. Also, we get paid more in POEs! :) however, you have no idea exactly where you'll end up until you arrive in Korea one way or another. You'll just know what MOE or POE you're in.
Does this program include teachers from Philipppines and other Asian English speaking countries?
Hi Kent, unfortunately not that I know of. Here's the list: www.epik.go.kr/contents.do?contentsNo=48&menuNo=275#:~:text=EPIK%20teachers%20must%20be%20citizens,United%20States%2C%20or%20South%20Africa.
Is there any other program for people from non English speaking countries but with English major
Hi there, I'm not sure about that. It seems unlikely but definitely keep digging and researching. Sorry!
How long are you allowed to stay in South Korea? And can you "renew" your contract when your time is up?
My visa and Alien Registration Card is good for 13 months. You can keep renewing your contract if you want to stay another year (assuming you school is hiring again and likes you). In Busan, it's an option to renew contracts for 6 months whereas most other places is 1 year renewals.
HI Sharon! :) How's the water quality? I hear it's hard, and some English teachers have said the water quality makes them shed their hair even more. Do you have any experience w/ that? Also, is there a water filter system or filter faucet attachment to purchase in S. Korea for drinkable water? Thank you! :)
Hi Linda! The water quality is definitely not great haha. I've heard the same about the hair shedding. Honestly, I shed a lot but that's not abnormal for me. I shed like a dog back home too so I can't blame Korea for that. At least I haven't shed noticeably more here hah. And yes, I've heard of water filtering systems/faucet attachments though I don't personally own one myself!
Something definitely makes people shed their hair a lot. As someone who went through it myself I can say it differs for people. When I flew back from the states for vacation the climate change really messed with my scalp health and gave me a skin problem. After finding a proper doctor and medication it went back to normal. Other people may be losing hair due to improper eating (change in diet) , stress, or the water. I have a filter just in case because it leaves red rust residue all over my sink .
Great points!
Well considering I live in a city with terrible water quality in the US, I thought the water was great when I went there.
Do EPIC employs Teachers from Philippines? Is there any age limit for ESL teachers 'aplicants to Korea
what if I hold a Dutch passport but have lived in the uk and have been educated here can I apply
You have to be a citizen of the UK. Here's some more info on eligibility: www.epik.go.kr:8080/contents.do?contentsNo=48&menuNo=275 hope it helps!
Snapshots of Sharon what if I have lived here and graduated uni from here?
Unfortunately that doesn't count, you have to be a citizen. You can always try and email EPIK to double check your exact credentials
I believe you would be able to apply if you hold the British Passport, because that is my plan.
Hello! First of all, I enjoyed the information you provided it have me so much peace! The question I have is about Moe? Pov? I can't recall the terms you used. Anyhow I am filling out the application and I only have the options of suburban and urban. What do you recommend I select? I personally would love to teach in a rural area, but of course as you stated it's all at random. Thanks! :D
Hi Ivone, so glad to hear that my videos have helped! I have another video dedicated to MOEs and POEs, feel free to check it out here: th-cam.com/video/d7tbD9n-gf0/w-d-xo.html
I really want to do this in the future (I'm still a high school student) but my parents are pretty protective so... Just hoping I'll be able to do this in the future! Can you give me some tips to convince my parents to let me go this? Plz! Thanks you! This video is very helpful!👌👏
Hey there, I recently did a video on whether it's safe to move to South Korea as that's often a concern for family and friends. Perhaps in a few years time they will feel more comfortable with the idea of you moving abroad. I would just lay out all the details for them and include them in every step of the process. South Korea is one of the safest, best options for teaching English. They're a pretty developed country and the benefits they provide to their foreign English teachers are great! There's also a huge expat community and tons of other English teachers there as well so maybe start with those details when you try to ease their concerns :)
So, when you apply for EPIK can you choose what grade you prefer? or do they just give you a random grade? I am 13 years old and I have wanted to do EPIK for a while but, obviously I am not old enough. But, when I get the chance I will most likely do it, so I am just trying to get as much information as possible.
Hi there! When I applied, you couldn't pick what grade you prefer
If EPIK only take only counties who speak english what i was a none korean but i have a Korean nationality can i still teach in korea hope someone answer my question and thank u so much
If you are a Korean national you can still apply, only if you have been a resident of one of the 7 listed English speaking countries and have studied there from 7th grade through University.
Did you pass TEFL and then the EPIK follows,please do revert back
I started my TEFL certificate but didn't complete it until after I was already accepted to EPIK
Hi Sharon! Hope you are doing well :D
Question, how did you pick your apartment?
Was it chosen for you or you found it on your own near the school you teach at? But EPIK pays for all that right, just not your food and other things you want right? Hope that one day I will teach english in Korea!!! :D I miss my country lol. Planning on going again in two years for the Olympic Games if you didn't know they are having the games there, lol.
Hi Richard! I'm doing well, thank you :D You don't get to pick your apartment. The POE/MOE places you in an apartment and they try to place it near your main school. I teach at 2 schools (most people teach at 3 in my city) and my apartment is close to both my schools! But that's just luck as I have friends in this apartment who bus an hour to their schools. EPIK takes care of your rent, airfare, and gives you a "settlement" allowance to buy stuff for your apartment. I pay for my own utilities, internet, phone bills, groceries, etc though.
I am indeed aware of the 2018 Olympics happening in Pyeongchang! :) I really hope you get to be here for that!
Snapshots of Sharon so because you teach at 2 schools. do yuu get paid more? like how much do yuu get paid?
Thanks Sharon for messaging me back :D Helped me a lot for the future if i ever want to teach there!! Snapshots of Sharon
I work in a POE so my base pay is 2.2 million KWN. I believe it's $100 extra for every school. Here's a break down of other base pay amounts: www.epik.go.kr:8080/contents.do?contentsNo=49&menuNo=278
No problem! Let me know if you have any more questions :)