Korean Job Discussion Forums

[wonkavite62]

Hi, I am considering working in Korea. I wanted to work with SMOE but the recruiter sent off an incomplete application and so I was rejected. I mean that the recruiter hadn't bothered to ask for my full application.
The same recruiter suggested I try Busan, but EPIK implied I would be sent elsewhere.
Anyway, I would prefer to teach in a large city, because there are more cultural activities, and a wider range of sports I could play, for example.

Recently, I saw after hours programs advertised, 25 hours per week(in a public elementary school), and they seemed reasonable. What is the difference between this and a standard public school position? Is it worthwhile to apply?

What about vacations? I read that some public schools only give 2 week vacations. Is this true? If so, it seems a little odd. A couple of years ago, I was told that you get more vacations in the public sector.

I would appreciate your advice.

[jangsalgida]

Are you blaming the recruiter because you failed to complete the application? Rule # 1, To have a better chance at getting a job you should complete the job application.

If you had a question about part of the application you should've asked the recruiter before sending it to him/her.

If you want to know about after-school programs search 'jangsalgida'

[wonkavite62]

I am glad I received the reply so quickly! No, I am not exactly blaming the recruiter for the mix up with the application. I just think it was unfortunate, and that I wish I had been given a little more time. The good news is that I now have all the documents I need to apply quickly for other positions. Recently, I was teaching mixed nationalities in a summer school. I had a truly great time, and I am deciding whether to go for standard public school, or after school positions..

[jangsalgida]

For whatever reason the recruiter you were dealing with may not be the one to use again. You probably won't be able to get a job with SMOE this year even if you use a different recruiter. Go through one of the other recruiters for a public school job(EPIK/GEPIK/Incheon etc...).

However, the hiring season(for public schools) my be coming to an end unless you can somehow get on at the last minute. And for your sanity, even if you think you have all the documents expect other hoops to jump through if you want to work in Korea.
Try reading these threads for after-school program info...
http://forums.eslcafe.com/korea/viewtopic.php?t=105605&highlight=

http://forums.eslcafe.com/korea/viewtopic.php?t=109515&highlight=

[SirFink]

Supposedly, as with all things in life, there are some shady characters running some after-school programs in Korea. Be cautious.

I had nothing but a positive (and lucrative) experience teaching for a year in an after-school program. No dual bank account nonsense, no shady deals. Everything was on the up-and-up and it was the easiest job I've ever had. Less than 4 hours of work per day for 2 million a month. Plus airfare, apartment, etc. If you can find a good after-school gig, jump on it.

[CPT]

[Mr. Susan]

ASN International are a terrible company. Just don't sign with them. Check this facebook group for details:

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=20312425983

[TheUrbanMyth]