Korean Job Discussion Forums

Ribs75 · Joined: 20 Jun 2005 Location: UK

Hi,

I got back to the UK from a year teaching in Thailand about four weeks ago. In Thailand, i had a problem with the job I was doing (teaching science), and I left because of the complete lack of interest of the students in science. I understand this is due to the culture and (hopefully) not so much to do with me Smile

What I need to know is this:

1. As I speak no Korean at all, will this be a really big problem?

2. Are Korean kids going to be more into science than Thai kids?

3. What is the likelihood of landing a good science teaching job?

I have already booked my (one way) plane ticket for the end of August and just don't want to make a really big mistake.

Anyone that knows about teaching science in Korea would be really good to know at the moment - I'm scared!

Thanks to all

buddy bradley · Joined: 24 Aug 2003 Location: The Beyond

Science? Don't you know that Koreans invented science? More than likely they'll be able to teach you a thing or two, Einstein.

Ribs75 · Joined: 20 Jun 2005 Location: UK

OK, any more thoughts anybody?

Koreans may be good at science, but how interested will they be at the sight of an English only speaking science teacher?

I have reached intermediate level in Thai, but unfortunately don't know any korean.

Think the kids will 'switch off'?

I really am bothered about this becuase of my expeirence in Thailand Rolling Eyes

On the other hand · Joined: 19 Apr 2003 Location: I walk along the avenue