As the old Korean saying goes, "People should go to Seoul, and horses should go to Jeju." And, it seems, the people have listened. With more than10 million residents, South Korea's capital city is filled with all the rush and excitement that one would expect from a city of its size. Seoul is the center of many important fields in Korea, including education, arts, business and entertainment.
Seoul's neighborhoods each have distinct characters of their own, and are filled with dining, shopping and entertainment options. Areas like Gangnam and Itaewon are well-known to the foreign community, with many western brands available and a diverse selection of restaurants. Sophisticated Apgujeong and Sinsa have streets lined with cafe's and boutiques, perfect for a leisurely weekend. Many areas offer good hiking spots, including Bukhansan National Park in the north and Inwangsan in the northwest. University areas, like the streets and alleys in front of Hongik University and Hyehwa's Daehang-no Street offer up popular entertainment options, many centered on the performing and visual arts.
Surrounding the city of Seoul is Gyeonggi Province, which houses attractive cities like Ilsan, Gwacheon, Bundang, Bucheon and Incheon. All these locations are conveniently connected to Seoul by subway, and most are accessible within an hour.
A City that Really Never Sleeps
Seoul has numerous nighttime entertainment options to keep its residents busy. Young people dance until dawn, club-hopping around Hongik University and Gangnam. Overnight shopping in Dongdaemun is a true Seoul experience, as customers fill their bags with bargains and their stomachs with street food. And soon you'll experience the joys of karaoke (called noraebang here), in a private room with a group of singing friends.
Areas Rooted in Tradition
Many traditional attractions are located throughout Seoul, including a number of palaces and temples. Many of these historical and cultural treasures host festivals throughout the year for visitors and locals alike. Witness the changing of the guard in front of Gyeongbokgung Palace or see a reenactment of the wedding of Emperor Gojong and Empress Myongseong at Unhyeongung Palace. These events are a great way to explore a new part of the city while gaining a deeper understanding of your new home.
Insa-dong is another essential spot for culture-seekers, famous for its precious and traditional goods on display. Wandering Insa-dong's main street and numerous alleys, visitors are greeted with dozens of restaurants serving Korea's traditional cuisine, old-fashioned teahouses and quaint cafes. Insa-don's shops are very popular amongst all age groups, with each store filled with unique items. But it's the galleries that are the real heartbeat of Insa-dong. With approximately 100 galleries in the area, visitors can see many examples of Korean traditional and modern fine arts, from paintings to sculptures.
Streets of Delicious Treats
Whether wandering the avenues during a day of shopping, or hitting up the town's nightlife, don't miss out on the wide variety of street food Korea has to offer. Snacks like spicy tteokbokki, warm odeng, sweet and chewy hotteok, and popular gimbap are quick to gain fans from Seoul's foreign community.
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Public school positions (Elementary, Middle & High school)
- Starting Date: The end of February, 2012
- Salary: 1.8-2.7mil won (Depends on Qualification, click the pay scale )
- Sample contract
- Working Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
- Teaching Hours: 22 hours per week
- 300,000 won Settlement pay upon teacher is arrival
- Round trip airfare : One way reimbursed upon teacher¡¯s arrival (1.3million KRW) and the other will
be paid (1.3million KRW) when you complete your contract.
- 100% Severance pay
- 18 working days paid vacation a year and all Korean national holidays holidays
- 50% medical insurance, 50% national pension plan supported
- Full furnished single housing or housing allowance (500,000 won per month)
▶ Required Documents
3 copies of Signed Contracts with original signature (Make 3 copies and sign on
each page)
2 Reference Letters (including name of referee, title, address, telephone number, and email address)
Apostilled degree
- should be attached with an apostille or with verification issued by official Korean institutions such as the Korean Council for University Education (KCUE); applicants from a country that does not have an agreement with the Apostille Convention (such as Canada), should attach a notary from the Korean Consulate/Embassy in your country or verification issued by KCUE
- Original proof of enrollment must show completion of at least two academic years
3 sealed university transcripts (2 to be mailed to Korea and 1 for you to keep in case)
Copy of Passport photo page
Apostilled nationwide Criminal Record Check
- Should be done on a nationwide and should be verified by an Apostille.
- Applicants from Canada or other countries that do not have an agreement with the Apostille Convention should submit a criminal record check notarized by the Korean Consulate/Embassy; however, Korean residents who have a criminal record check from one of the foreign diplomatic offices in Korea are exempt from the apostille verification process
- Verification should be issued by official institutions (of the applicant's government in his/her country or by foreign diplomatic offices in Korea ) and must have been issued within 6 months at most before submitting all the required documents.
Copy of Teaching Certificate (if applicable)
Letters of Employment (teaching positions - if applicable): reference letters can replace them
referring to contract term.
2 passport size photos
1 Copy of Addenda
▶ Application Process
Please e-mail us your cover letter, resume, and latest photograph and we will contact you for an interview.
*The placement will be done in order of documents arrival.*
Send us your resume, cover letter, current picture
Phone interview with us
Send us your SMOE application form with a recommendation letter.
Interview with SMOE Education Board Staff
Send us your documents
Receive contract & certificate
Applicants sign the official written contract
Applicants apply and obtain E2 visa at the Korean Embassy/Consulate
Applicants arrange the air ticket
▶ How to apply
Please e-mail your resume, current photo, filled application form (→click) and 2 reference letters to Apply Now (at the bottom of the page)
▶ WorknPlay Consulting
Tel: +82-2-568-7289
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