Korean Job Discussion Forums

[slancaster]

It may be a long shot, but I've got to ask: do six-month teaching contracts exist in Korea or anywhere else in Asia? If so, are there restrictions and stipulations with these contracts which might make the job unappealing in any way? Thanks.

[Cedar]

yes, but they are from rip-off places that want to avoid giving you benefits. I had one once.

[rapier]

I've seen some schools offering 1, 3, and 6 month contracts. Not sure about the visa situation.

They're on there- worknplay and daves korean job board.

"Theres always a catch".

[coffeeman]

It's probably better to sign a one year contract with a reputable employer and quit after six months. The only drawback is that you won't get free airfare home or your bonus at the end. But as you know, there's a price for everything. Employers don't like short-term teachers because it costs them a lot of money and hassle (visa and apartment rental). It also reflects bad on their business if the students see the teachers changing every 6 months.

[Milwaukiedave]

My guess is they are easier to find and/or negociate for if you have a visa other then an E-2.

Although I'm in a non-teaching job, when I started I told them I would probably be leaving at the end of this summer. They had no problem as long as I gave them a months notice.

However, my employer is probably more flexible then others.

[djsmnc]

My former employer allowed us to do six month contracts after finishing the one year mark, which was good if you just wanted to stay and save a few extra bucks...

Why anyone would want to just do six months from the get go and miss out on severance pay seems a little crazy to me though...

[VanIslander]