Korean Job Discussion Forums

[stevesk]

I'm considering going back to Korea. I previously worked for SMOE, and want to work at a university in Seoul. I have a Masters degree, and a BA, although neither are related to education. I have 3 years ESL experience, 2 in Japan and 1 in Korea.

I'm wondering how to go about finding jobs appropriate for my level, hopefully above the usually SMOE / hogwan route.

Any advice is appreciated!

[caniff]

Marry a local.

[RMNC]

Send out mass applications. It's gonna be hard without having an F visa/more experience/an English degree, but there's no harm in not trying.

[brento1138]

Maybe start out by applying to universities outside of Seoul. They are pretty cushy sounding jobs, but you should be a lover of the countryside. I hear they take just about anyone they can, since (almost) everyone prefers Seoul...

[stevesk]

Thanks, thats good advice. Where does one go to apply for university jobs in general? Is there a resource with a list of unis to apply to directly, or are jobs posted on a specific site?

[PatrickGHBusan]

Fly to Korea in late November and apply for University positions. Specify you are IN Korea.

Expand your search outside of Seoul.

With your qualifications and experience, you have a shot if you do it that way.

Get all your documents ready before you leave however.