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Guaranteed Job Placement for Teaching English in South Korea

by: International TEFL Academy

4.63 (8)VerifiedSince 2010

Do you want to get paid to teach English in South Korea and receive top-level salaries & benefits like a free apartment and the ability to save $1000+ monthly? Take the guesswork out of getting a great teaching job in South Korea with this full-service TEFL job placement program (fee required). Program Fee Includes: * 12-month teaching contract at a thoroughly vetted school featuring free accommodation and a $1,000 flight stipend * Most teachers can save $1,200 monthly * Preference matching for location & school type * Interview arrangements & coaching * Hands-on visa support * 40 hours of comprehensive cultural orientation, including excursions and Korean language lessons * If you are not TEFL-certified, take one of ITA's award-winning TEFL courses & receive a $400 discount. For more information, download your free Guide to Teaching English Job Placements in Asia!

Program Highlights

Receive end-to-end support from our team of experts for all aspects of your job placement and making your transition to life in South Korea.

With a network of 500+ carefully vetted schools in Korea, we can match you with a position that meets your preferences. Also, friends and family can get placed together in the same location.

We ensure that all job pay wages and provide benefits that are at or above the local market averages. Throughout your job placement, you have access to 24/7 support.

ELIGIBILITY: Bachelor’s degree, native English speaker, criminal background check, 21-40 years old, accredited TEFL certification (you can enroll in a TEFL course when you sign up for your placement).

There is a program fee to participate in this program - please click the link to download your free guide to learn more.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Busan, South Korea
  • Daegu, South Korea
  • Daejeon, South Korea
  • Incheon, South Korea
  • Seoul, South Korea
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTeach Duration:
  • 1 Year
Age Requirement: 21+
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Education
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • British
  • Irish
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • Kiwi
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Last Updated: Aug 04, 2026

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Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.63

Total Reviews

8

Great experience

January 31, 2019by: Nivedita bakshi - India
4

I had a great experience while completing my course through the international TEFL academy. Starting from my experience with my admission advisor to the end it was very smooth and did not take much time.

Excellent course

January 29, 2019by: Elisabeth - United States
5

Really, I have no complaints about ITA. The course presents valuable lessons, is appropriately challenging, yet is approachable even by people like me who have never taught before. Excellent staff as well. I think it's also a great long-term investment as they provide so much more than just their courses. You also get free job search guidance; you get connected to other people who have traveled and taught all over the world; they have so many resources available to students that will be useful over the course of their career. It's really a wonderful course and a great long-term investment. It's worth every cent and every second.

Earned my wings

January 26, 2019by: The Wellness Master - United States
5

This course with the TEFL Academy was one of the most wonderful educational learning experiences I have ever had. I have truly earned my wings to travel the world and help thousands of people everywhere.

Helped me sharpen my game!

January 04, 2019by: David - South Korea
4

The TEFL process was easy to understand, complete, and the benefits are numerous. I was surprised by how quickly the instructors gave feedback and answered my questions. The course material was easy to understand and the assignments were manageable. The deadlines are easy enough to meet if you keep a regular schedule.

TEFL choice

November 09, 2018by: Mick - United States
5

I had somewhat expected the course to be much less complex in it's coverage of what goes on in a classroom. Being a substitute for a few years and having my own class for a couple more in the public school system I knew first hand that what the course was presenting would be really impactful in the working classroom. The course and the curriculum far exceeded my expectations. I was really glad they covered what they did in the course and I am confident going forward that I am prepared to teach ESL.

International TEFL Academy

October 22, 2018by: DerWolfMann - United States
5

This course was better than college if you like to think and be creative this is undoubtedly an excellent way to help those skills grow. As a former correctional officer (prison guard,) and currently a safety manager at a factory, I also find that the skills taught here are transferable to both my former and current duties. So if your like me and want to travel the world and teach, or you want to rethink how you handle being a manager this is a great tool to have in your inventory.

International TEFL Academy

January 11, 2018by: rochelle - Canada
4

My first contact with ITA was with Ashley, who was fantastic, she answered all my questions and really convinced me to go through ITA. The course itself was quite straight forward and typically took about 5 hours a week, rather than the 8-10 they suggested. I learned a lot in the course about how to teach, learning strategies and classroom management. These are all things I use everyday in the classroom to help my students. Compared to colleagues and friends of mine who took different courses, I definitely learned the most from mine. It was definitely one of the more expensive options which may be a deterrent for some. Students and their parents are paying a lot for English teachers (especially native speakers) so you want to be providing the students with a good education. ITA has a lot of useful links and information, but I find the website is very disorganized and it is difficult to find things if you haven't saved the pages. The experience I am having living overseas, learning a new culture and travelling is definitely one of the best choices I have ever made in my life. I would definitely recommend this to anyone even considering it.

July 2016

September 22, 2017by: kjs_22 - United States
5

TEFL online course was great. The amount of resources available are next to none. Being able to communicate with everyone in the class, the professor, and alumni make for such a rewarding course. I'm currently 7 months into my first teaching job in Seoul and it couldn't be better. There are so many red flags and big decisions to make before jumping ship and living/working overseas, but never once did I doubt what ITA provided me with. The course was the perfect crash course to prep me for what teaching ESL would be like. Sure, everything is different once you actually start, but getting the basics down and completing hours teaching/observing/tutoring was such a rewarding and thrilling experience. It's a shame I didn't do this straight out of college! Couldn't recommend it more to people debating or even looking for a change. I was in that boat over a year ago and it without a doubt is the best decision I've made in god knows how long. Thank you ITA.

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Busan, South Korea
  • Daegu, South Korea
  • Daejeon, South Korea
  • Incheon, South Korea
  • Seoul, South Korea

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Education

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Teach Duration:
  • 1 Year

Age Requirement

21+

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American
  • British
  • Irish
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • Kiwi

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Some Accommodation
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Training
  • Academic Advising
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Job Search Support
  • Alumni / Networking Membership
  • Emergency Support
  • Job Placement

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat

Salary & Compensation

Most teaching jobs available through placement pay $1,700 to $2,000 USD per month and include an end-of-contract bonus, a rent-free furnished apartment, and a $1,000 flight reimbursement. Most teachers are able to save up to $1,200 monthly after expenses.

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Other

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the requirements to participate in this placement program?

    • Bachelor’s degree
    • Citizen of USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, or New Zealand
    • 21-40 years old
    • Clean criminal background check
    • Minimum 120 hours accredited TEFL certification approved

    Do I have to pay to participate in this TEFL placement program?

    Yes, there is a program fee, which includes a guaranteed placement, full end-to-end support, visa support, cultural training, resume building, interview coaching, contract review & 24/7 support.

    How much will I earn teaching English in South Korea?

    Most teaching jobs pay $1,700 to $2,000 USD per month and include an end-of-contract bonus, a rent-free furnished apartment, and a $1,000 flight reimbursement. Most teachers save $1200 monthly.

    Can I choose where I teach English in South Korea?

    Working with a network of 500+ schools in Korea, we will ensure you get placed in an English teaching job that best matches your preferences for location, school type, and other factors.

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    Do you want to get paid to teach English in South Korea and receive top-level salaries & benefits like a free apartment and the ability to save $1000+ monthly? Take the guesswork out of getting a great teaching job in South Korea with this full-service TEFL job placement program (fee required). Program Fee Includes: * 12-month teaching contract at a thoroughly vetted school featuring free accommodation and a $1,000 flight stipend * Most teachers can save $1,200 monthly * Preference matching for location & school type * Interview arrangements & coaching * Hands-on visa support * 40 hours of comprehensive cultural orientation, including excursions and Korean language lessons * If you are not TEFL-certified, take one of ITA's award-winning TEFL courses & receive a $400 disc...

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