Korean Job Discussion Forums

[Birin]

I'm just now getting my documents gathered for Korea. I have my diploma and transcripts (not yet notarized), and my passport photos. I haven't yet arranged for my background check, which I hope to do tomorrow. Since it includes a Vulnerable Sector check as well and it's being done by the RCMP (national police, not municipal), I heard that the process will take longer than usual. Then, I have to factor in the time of sending my documents to the Korean consulate two separate times, etc. I'm hoping that, altogether, the process of getting my visa and a position with a school will not take longer than two months, enabling me to start teaching by the beginning of May.

I've read that, however, the February-April and August-October periods are primarily when the hiring is done. So, is May not a good time to apply to private schools? I know that private schools still hire year-round, off-season notwithstanding, but my worry is that there will be many fewer positions in May. Another concern is if there is a higher likelihood of those May positions having suddenly arose due to outgoing teachers breaking their contracts with dissatisfactory schools.

TL;DR Am I at a real disadvantage intending to start in May? Is waiting to apply for Korean summer camp positions the better option?

[schwa]

Hagwon jobs come available year-round.

Re: CBC. You dont need a VSS. Its not applicable or required for an overseas job.

[Birin]