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Feegirl · Joined: 03 Oct 2010 Location: Canada

Hi folks! I need a little advice, please. I would like to apply for work at a public school. I have already worked in Korea at a hagwon. My time there was good however, an unfortunate incident forced me to leave early and basically bail on my contract (at 6 months). While my relationship with my boss was good while I was there, of course he wasn't too pleased about my leaving so suddenly (rightly so).

My question is, if I'd like to apply for another job in Korea, should I even mention that I'd worked there (and note the name of the school on my resume) previously? How likely is it that I'll get hired again, in your opinion, going by the info I've provided? Much appreciated!

Riker · Joined: 28 Dec 2010

People pull runners all the time in Korea, I don't see why this would be a problem.

PatrickGHBusan · Posted: Mon Oct 31, 2011 4:27 am Post subject:

Odds are nothing will happen unless your visa was not cancelled (thats unlikely).

Now why would you even wonder if you should include this past work experience on your CV?? You bailed on the school.... Laughing

They likely do not have a great opinion of you (quite normal right?). Putting the employer on your CV will raise questions like: why was the work experience only 6 months? Can I call this employer as a reference?

Seriously....

Bascially, you will apply for the PS job as a full Korea newbie.

raptorsfan · Joined: 16 Jul 2009

PatrickGHBusan · Posted: Mon Oct 31, 2011 6:34 am Post subject:

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shifty · Joined: 21 Jun 2004

Feegirl · Joined: 03 Oct 2010 Location: Canada

Yes, I've been mostly leaning toward 'honesty is the best policy' anyway. I just needed a few ideas. Thank-you everyone!

My visa was cancelled by my employer. However, I've talked to somewhat with Korean immigration and told them the situation. I asked them if this situation would hinder my getting another visa. They basically told me that I just have to apply for another visa. She (the operator) wasn't clear on details but I got the impression that it wasn't going to be too big a deal. But I'm sure that a new prospective employer would like to call the previous one, as some of you have mentioned. Oh well, I'll try and let it happen the way it must. Wink

shifty · Joined: 21 Jun 2004

I think, hang on until some informed poster chimes in on how to do the devious route.

It's critical with the PS powers that be who will definitely make the call to ex-boss. It's an abiding problem in Korea with vindictive bosses. (though not in your case)

Try and avoid shooting yourself in the foot if it can be helped.

ontheway · Posted: Mon Oct 31, 2011 8:40 am Post subject:

Two points about submitting false documents, specifically, in this case, a false resume:

1) A copy of your resume is required to be submitted to Immigration with your visa application. If they see that you have false information or have withheld information that is grounds for refusal.

2) If you manage to escape the notice of Immigration and get to Korea based on the false resume, and your employer discovers that you have used fraudulent documents to obtain employment, then they have grounds for immediate dismissal that they can use any time they decide that they no longer wish to keep you.

Instead, if you had any kind of a good reason for leaving early, just be prepared to explain. If you are otherwise a qualified and attractive candidate you should still be able to land a job.

PatrickGHBusan · Posted: Mon Oct 31, 2011 11:02 am Post subject:

Very glad to see how this thread turned out.... Very Happy

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