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Swim Surf Dine Shop. Stay a year or stay a lifetime... you'll never have a dull day in Busan. It may not have the grand palaces of Seoul, but there's plenty to see and do in Busan - water sports, nightlife at the beach resorts, the hustle and bustle of the port, wooded hideaways in the forested mountains and hills, and amazing hot springs right in the heart of the city. Busan Metro is also known for myriads of recreational resorts, international events such as the prestigious Pusan International Film Festival, parks, and temples circled with pines perched upon the cliffs next to the sea.

Framing its intriguing coastline are several beaches the most famous of which is Haeundae. Its blue cool waters are dotted with islets waiting to be explored. From swimming in its clear waters to the more adventurous island hopping within its enclaves to simply having a picnic in the fine sand, Busan is indeed beachy - a perfect place for beachcombers, hikers, and marine sports-lovers alike.

Metropolitan Board #1 Busan Metro Board: POE 2
Vacancies: 200
Student Body: Choice of Elementary, Middle School, & High School Posts

Employment Details:

- Job Type: Regular ESL Teacher (co-teaching scheme with Korean bi-lingual teacher)
- Student Body: Choice of Elementary, Middle School, and High School PLUS in some districts add on classes with school staff
- Housing: Rent Free Fully Furnished Solo Flat / Couple Housing provided for couples
- Teaching Hours: 88 Monthly Teaching Hours
- Work Hours 8:30 AM ~ 4:30 PM /9:00AM - 5:00 PM (varies from one district to another)
- Employment Period: One Year Contract ONLY
- Paid Sick Leave: 7 Days + 60 Days Paid Maternity Leave
- 19 Days Add On Paid Leave (7 Days Matrimony, 7 Days Spousal/Parental Death, 5 Days Child Death)
- Paid Vacation: 21 Calendar Days PLUS 12 Statutory Days = 32 Days of Paid Leave
- (Summer Break: 10 Calendar Days + Winter Break: 11 Calendar Days)

Placement Issues:

Employment placement is awarded on a First Come, First Served Basis. It is crucial that your Application Dossier & Completed Visa Documents are in order and receive ahead of the submission deadline to ensure that your desired placement is reserved and secured under your name. Strong preference is given to applications received earlier.

Incomplete Application Dossiers will NEVER be processed by the Ministry.

Highlights

Qualification Level and Pay Scale: Pursuant to Korean Ministry of Education Standards

LEVEL 1++:
Metropolitan Boards: 2.8 million KRW
Provincial Boards: 2.9-3.1 million KRW
GET Level 1+ plus a total of 3 consecutive teaching years at the same Education Board

LEVEL 1+:
Metropolitan Boards: 2.5 million KRW
Provincial Boards: 2.6-2.9 million KRW
Two consecutive years as a Level 1 within the same Education Board

LEVEL 1:
Metropolitan Boards: 2.3 million KRW
Provincial Boards: 2.4-2.7million KRW
2 years of teaching experience with one of the following:
Master's degree
Teacher's/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA (100+hrs) Certificate
Major in Education, English Education or English Language/Literature
Contract renewal as a Level 2+ at the same POE

LEVEL 2+:
Metropolitan Boards: 2.1 million KRW
Provincial Boards: 2.2-2.5 million KRW
Master's degree in any discipline, with Bachelor's in Education, English Education or English Language/Literature
Master's degree in Education, English Education or English Language/Literature, with Bachelor's in any discipline
Contract renewal as a Level 2 at the same Education Board

LEVEL 2:
Metropolitan Boards: 2.0 million KRW
Provincial Boards: 2.1-2.4 million KRW
MUST HAVE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
Teacher's/TEFL/TESOL/CELTA (100+hrs) Certificate
Major in Education, English Education or English Language/Literature
Bachelor's degree plus 1 yr full-time teaching experience
Master's degree in any discipline

LEVEL 3:
Metropolitan Boards: 1.8 Million KRW
Provincial Boards: 2.0-2.3 million KRW
Bachelor's degree in any discipline

TAX FREE- Tax Exemption for 2 years
- Except Canadians due to lack of Tax Treaty between Canada and the Republic of Korea
- Former E2 visa holders with at least 2 years of teaching experience in Korea are not covered

ADD ON PAY & PERKS
- 1,300,000KRW Signing Up Bonus (Entry Allowance)
- 1,300,000KRW Contract Completion Bonus
- 300,000KRW Settlement Allowance
- 2,000,000KRW Re-signing Bonus (Pursuant to Contractual Agreement)
- 1.9 M 2.6M Severance Pay (Contingent to EPIK GET Level)
- 100,000KRW Mo. Provincial Allowance
- 100,000KRW Mo. County Allowance
- 100,000 -150,000KRW Mo. Multiple School Allowance
- 20,000KRW Overtime Pay
- Ample Lucrative Overtime Opportunities (Varies from school to school)
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Korean National Pension Plan (Lump-sum refund of the accumulated pension contributions contingent to home country's pension rules)

FREEBIES:
- Free Teacher's books, manuals, and classroom resources
- Subsidized Lunch at School (from Full to Partial Subsidy varies from one district to another)
- All Expense Cultural Program & Tour Organized by the Ministry and the school district
- All Expense Paid Teaching Training
- All Expense Paid Dinner Engagement (seasonal) with teachers and staff
- All Expense Paid 8 Day Orientation Period (Includes Tours of Seoul's Hottest Tourist Spots & Teachers' Training Sessions)
- Pamphlet and Brochure on Korea
- Internet DSL Access
- Visa Acquisition Sponsorship
- Support with contract negotiation, translation, etc
- Free Airport meet-up and Pick-up from the airport all the way to the orientation venue

ESL JOB NETWORK - Provides More than the Usual Free Placement

- We afford you access to teaching positions nationwide and control on the city/region you are placed.
- Teachers applying through our firm are afforded of a thorough consultation with decision-makers and education board personnel to address your particular issues and concerns
- Teachers are solely hired based on the strength of their qualifications and background.
- Our firm strongly encourages teachers from diverse cultural backgrounds to submit their applications to truly reflect a cosmopolitan education for public school students.
- Over the years we have successfully placed teachers from various ethnic groups nationwide!
- If you are a person of good moral standing with passion for teaching you have us working for you

Why ESL Job Network?

Unlike other placement agencies and government run HR Firms, candidates applying through us a are afforded of a thorough consultation with decision-makers and education board personnel to address your personal concerns and queries. You have the choice, to work in your choice location whenever you are ready. You have the final say, which is almost difficult under normal recruiting conditions.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

* We accept resumes on a rolling basis and make quick placements that afford you to begin teaching in South Korea whenever you are available.
* For teachers keen on placements at different location or on a later date, please inform us as we carry various job types NATIONWIDE from -- the public and the private sectors all year round.
* When applying please mention where you saw this ad
* If you have questions or concerns regarding this post please feel free to contact us

Qualifications

In accordance with Korean Immigration law only US, UK, NZ, CA, SA, AUS, & IRE nationals
- Bachelor's Degree from the countries above
- One year commitment
- Education qualification desirable, but not essential
- Enjoys Teaching Learners from various age groups
- Flexible with an open mind
- Speaks clear Standard English without distinct regional accent
- All Ethnicities from Nationals of Native English Speaking Countries ONLY
- Maximum age requirement of 55 years old as set by the Ministry of Education

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Korean Immigration DOES NOT MAKE EXCEPTIONS or EQUIVALENT STATUS allowances to the visa requirement of:
- Citizenship from one of the countries mentioned above, and the
- Requirement of a completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

EPIK APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
For Expedient Processing & in Compliance with the EPIK recruitment protocol, please email the following:

1. Completed Application Dossier should be emailed ASAP

A. PERSONAL DOCUMENTS:
- Scanned Degree
- Scanned Enrolment Proof (with at least 2 years academic credits for Undergrad applicants)
- Scanned Passport Photo page
- Resume
- Most Recent Photo
- Cover Letter

a. VITAL INFO (Please include the following in your initial email to us)
- Preferred School Location
- Preferred Student Body (Elementary, Junior High, or High School)
- Preferred Contact Hours
- Preferred Contact Number/s (including country code + area code; either landline, mobile or both)
- Preferred VoIP ( SKYPE or MSN ids, optional)

B. MINISTRY OF EDUCATION OFFICIAL FORMS (to be emailed to you)
- Official EPIK Form (Application Guideline should be followed in filling out the Form)
- Essay on the Rationale in Teaching English in Korea (minimum 300 words)
- Medical Self Evaluation (page 8 of the EPIK Form)

2. Interview with EPIK Personnel (via web-cam or phone)

- Please include in your initial application letter the following:
- Interview Dates, Preferred contact numbers landline, mobile or both. Interview Hours,
- Web-cam interview please include your SKYPE, YAHOO MSSGR, & MSN ids.
(Only applicants with Completed Application Dossiers will be interviewed. Please inform us your preferred interview days, hours as well as contact numbers. Interviews with local applicants are conducted via webcams. Overseas phone interviews for applicants abroad are possible.

3. Successful Applicants should courier to Korea the Visa Docs ASAP for E2 Visa Processing

C. E2 VISA SPONSORSHIP DOCS:
- Original Degree or Notarized Copy with Apostille
- Original Enrolment Proof ( with at least 2 years academic credits for Undergrad applicants)
- Sealed Transcripts
- Criminal Record Check with Apostille
- 2 Reference Letters
- Proof of Teaching Employment (If Applicable)

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Salary/Pay

Please see Highlights section

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi and South African Participants.

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad