Korean Job Discussion Forums

[jenmccrary]

Does anyone know if there is a market for older teachers?? I am 58 years old (female) and would love to work in South Korea teaching for a short term, but my understanding so far is that the market is for much younger persons. Could anyone shed any light on this subject?? Thanks so much.

Jenny

[Gamecock]

Hogwans generally want someone younger and image takes precedent. However, there are plenty of folks your age teaching in public schools here. Come on over!

[VanIslander]

Indeed, I in my thirties and a couple of twentysomethings make up the hagwon teachers from afar in this small town.

And the public schools in this town? A sixtysomething and fiftysomething in the high schools, a fiftysomething in the middle school, and a thirtysomething and fortysomething in the elementary schools.

Age is NOT a big barrier. There are so many job opportunities here that only a few recruiters and schools can afford to be picky. Beauty is a bigger problem (if you don't have any). But if you have a nice warm pretty smile on the photo you submit, that'll go a far way.

[MarionG]

I'm 63 and work in a hogwon...no problem getting a job. You have to commit for a year...you'll have better luck away from Seoul as all the younglings want the night action there.

[MarionG]

Also, my last day of work if Feb 13, and my hogwon is looking for another teacher, want an older woman..pm me

[Fishead soup]

Older people tend to get jobs in the sticks.