Korean Job Discussion Forums

[chemicalblur]

Is there a place where I can volunteer to teach English to the more financially challenged kids in Seoul? I actually work outside of the ESL/EFL world but am looking to spend several hours a week to meet with some bright young Koreans who are smart enough, but not rich enough to be sent to a top school or program. I would also love to hear from teachers regarding their concerns on some of the inefficiencies of English learning here in Korea.

Thanks

[ntchimy]

Do you mind teaching cross-cultural family's children in Korea, whose parents are Korean-Rusian, Korean-Mongolian, Korean-Vietnamese or Korean-Philippino..?
Those children can not go to school in Korea since they migrated to Korea and can not speak Korean well and they are attending classes (on week days) in foreigner worker's center. They can not learn English with a native teacher for sure and that may be like a dream to them.
This center is located in Seongdonggu, near to Wangsimli station line 2(near to Dongdaemun). I do volunteer at the center and people here are really really nice.

[nottina]

I'm interested in this as well, but in the Uijeongbu area.

[Jane]

Check out the Seoul Global Center's website.They are trying to recruit volunteer teachers to teach English to under-privilidged Korean kids.

Locations and times are flexible.

Check here:

http://global.seoul.go.kr Look in the box on the top right side.

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★ Call for English Tutor Volunteers ★

Take this opportunity to give back to your community


The Seoul Global Center (SGC) is pleased to inform you of a new volunteering project of teaching underprivileged Korean children English.


Qualifications?

Adult Koreans or foreigners with a strong command of English, a firm sense of responsibility and either teaching experience or a passion for education (Training will be provided before the program)


How to be part of this? Download the �SGC Volunteer Application� from http://global.seoul.go.kr

Email: [email protected] or Fax: 02-723-3206

(Mr. Kim Sangyong 02- 2075-4116)


Teaching schedule is flexible. Locations vary and you can choose what is most convenient for you.


We also encourage you to spread the word!

We need both native English speakers and Koreans who have a good command of the English language. Anyone who has volunteered before knows how rewarding it is to help others. Caring is sharing. Share your skills and help others prosper!


※ Students� Age : 4th~8th grade

English level : low but enthusiastic about learning English and culture.

Duration : 1.5~2 hr


More information: http://blog.naver.com/aihouse
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They have other volunteer programs as well. Check here:

http://global.seoul.go.kr/global/view/sgcprogram/sgc04_03.jsp

[nottina]

thanks for the link!

[Ultimo Hombre]

I seriously read last year that you need permission from immigration to do this because it will violate your visa somehow. It's strange. Check it out before you get bothered by a bored cop.

[crossmr]