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[jhuntingtonus]

I will be here in the US through February 5th, then fly to Hong Kong to take a 4-week TEFL International course in Zhuhai, China. I expect to arrive in Korea (Busan) about March 9th.

Would it help me to apply for jobs in advance, or would I be better off waiting until I arrive in Korea, when I can see recruiters and employers in person? If in advance, how far in advance?

Thanks again!

[DC in Suwon]

I start my public school position March 2nd I think (it's the first day of the new session).

So you might be a week late so I'd probably try to find a position ASAP and let them know about you late arrival.

[blonde researcher]

yout timing is bad for starting in Busan as you plan.
The bulk of those coming in for the new semester are arriving the end of February and starting March 2nd. Orientation is the last week of February.

You should first get the public school job confirmed, get the required nterview , and then send your papers for the visa.
You cannot just arrive in Busan and get the job in a public school.
PMOE do not hire themselves, they use a few agents, or go mostly through the EPIK system.

[crazy_arcade]

the answer you're looking for is about.....

2 months ago

of course, there will still be positions open...but these are schools either deep in the country or with a bad rep.

The other option is Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education. They seem to start their school year a bit later and do their hiring later.

[agoodmouse]

[jhuntingtonus]

[maingman]

OP

...wouldntt bother IMHO

[agoodmouse]