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| I am having a great time teaching in Korea. The staff at the school has made me feel welcome which made it easier to settle down and adapt to teaching. Since coming here, I have learnt a lot and I am gradually getting used to the teaching method of this school and what makes a good classroom |
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teaching. One of the rewards from teaching is when I am able to make a connection with students in English and they are also excited at having communicated with a foreigner. I enjoy my job because I can let them know that learning English can be a fun thing to do. Before this job, I have always liked children but since teaching Korean kids, I have grown to like them more than before. I would like to develop my classroom teaching skills further so that I can be an effective and resourceful Native Teacher. Coming to Korea as a Native Assistant Teacher has been the best decision I ever made. Worknplay has helped me right from the start They have helped with the application /interview process, explaining all the necessary information about the school system in Korea, the culture and the daily life that comes hand in hand with the job. They have been crucial in making me adjust to the life here quickly. Worknplay also provided everything from arranging an airplane ticket, booking accommodation for the first night in Korea, transport between the airport, hotel and Daejon where I will be teaching at. Emily, especially, has been most helpful and resourceful. Her quick and reliable correspondences have made the process of applying for this job hassle free and efficient. Her experience in this field is great and her attention to detail in her work is superb. She has also done a great job with finding a school in the area that I prefer.
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Grace Kim |
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My name is Katherine and I am from Minnesota and currently employed in Yeosu, South Korea. I teach classes at an all boy's high school and really enjoy my students and co-workers. The transition to Korea from America was made easy for me by Worknplay Korea and their helpful appointed advisor, Julie. She made sure all my documents were in place, scheduled my flight, |
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Katherine Carrick |
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The first time I spoke to Julie Lim I was in Dulles international airport in Washington DC working my way through customs on my way to a 13 hour lay over in Qatar before arriving in Nepal for my TEFL course.
"Hello? Jonathan?" A timid voice on the other end of the line asked.
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The fact that I was being called Jonathan let me know that this call was either official or someone in my family. The accent didn't leave much question as to which one. "This is Julie from work and play consulting." She identified herself in what was to become her standard greeting. "Is it true that you want to teach English in Korea ?" The next minutes I busily juggled two important conversations, the one with Julie making me nervous despite her simple and easy going demeanor. This could not have helped my appearance in answering airline officials that I could not recall packing anything that I knew to be explosive and that I had not let my bags out of my sight. After those harry first few minutes I settled into a chair and did my best to handle the barrage of questions Julie had for me. For the most part she was asking simple getting to know you questions along with questions that potential employers might be interested in knowing about me. I tried to speak clearly and slowly over the noise of a crowded airport terminal and the roar of landing, taking off, and taxiing planes. I was having trouble hearing her but it was not for lack of mastery of the English language. Even after being here in Korea for two months, I don't think that I have met a native Korean who can speak English as well as Julie.
Julie's call made my decision to move to Korea to teach suddenly real and I was filled with excitement. While I was in Nepal , communication was difficult however any time I was able to make it to a computer to send an email I received news from Julie. She was constantly on the ball, letting me know how her efforts at getting me a job were going. She handled everything for me, from the logistics of flight and visa procurement, to study tips for interviews, to encouragement and everything in-between. Our contacts were personal as well, I got to feel like I knew a little bit about the person who was taking my life into her hands, making decisions about my future, and because of her personal touch I was comfortable. It was like trusting a friend, who is a logistical wizard, to take care of all the minutia involved in planning both a vacation and a career. The whole process went smoothly, and even when there were hiccups or dragging feet on one side or another, Julie was on the phone or in my e-mail box keeping me apprised of every new development and advising me what to do.
I feel indebted to Julie for all of her efforts to help me. Even though she insists that it is all part of her job I feel that she went above and beyond in order to make my transition to my new life as a foreign English teacher smooth and comfortable. Although I feel that a personal rapport has developed, Julie has always remained professional. She still fills me in on upcoming events and makes sure that things are going well in my schools, and still introduces herself "Hello Jonathan, this is Julie from work and play" both on the phone and in emails
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Jonathan Brown |
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My name is Raymond Kim, and I'm currently teaching English at a public school in Suwon. I got in contact with the school through a recruiter named Julie at Work ¡®N Play, and I'd happily recommend their service to anyone else who wants a secure, stable job in South Korea as an English teacher. |
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| After working with my first employer for a couple of months, however, I decided it was time to move on, and contacted Work ¡®N Play in February of 2008. Julie Lim responded back to my e-mail extremely quickly, and she gave me the job that I wanted. Given my special circumstances at the time (being employed), there were many things I needed to do that would have normally been very frustrating for a recruiter. Nonetheless, Julie was very understanding and patient, and accommodated all my needs. Furthermore, Ms. Lim handled everything in a very professional manner, and our correspondence has been very punctual and productive. I'm much happier with the public school than I was at my last job, and I'm very thankful for Julie's assistance. |
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Raymond Kim |
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| As a recruiter, Julie at WorknPlay Consulting was so helpful. She found three jobs for me in a variety of areas. She was always available to answer my questions and always very helpful, even in the midst of Korea's changing visa laws. Her guidance was invaluable, especially to someone |
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Emily Schell |
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Julie Lim provided excellent recruiting service that allowed me the opportunity to come to South Korea . I was impressed with her English ability and professionalism. Julie Lim also answered my questions promptly and accurately. I am grateful for her Help. Sincerely, |
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Craig Kita |
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| Public School Opportunities |
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| Public school opportunities for native speaker English teachers exist across the Korean Peninsula. Elementary, Middle and High Schools are looking for teachers excited to share their language and culture with students. Korea has a number of metropolitan, mid-sized and rural areas, each with their own pace, personality and cultural offerings. |
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| GEPIK (Gyeonggi English Program in Korea) |
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Teach English in Gyeonggi
Vast Province Dotted with Many Attractions
(2.0~2.3mil won; Start February, 2010) |
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| Public School Positions Throughout Korea |
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Teach English in Busan
The Largest Coastal City
(1.8~2.65mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Daegu
A Developed Urban Area
(1.9~2.75mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Daejeon
The City with the Highest Quality of Life
(1.9~2.75mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Gangwon
An Area in Great Harmony with Nature
(2.1~2.85mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Gyeongbuk
A Peaceful and Historical City
(2.1~2.85mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Chungbuk
Ski Resort & Natural Rest Area
(2.1~2.65mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Incheon
A Costal City with a Mixture of Cultures
(1.8~2.65mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Gwangju
Hub City of the Southwestern Region
(1.9~2.75mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Jeju
Beautiful & Peaceful Island
(2.0~2.75mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Gyeongnam
Mild Climate; In Harmony with Nature & People
(2.1~2.65mil won, Throughout the year) |
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Teach English in Jeollabukdo
Real Korean Culture and Food
(2.2~2.85mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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Teach English in Ulsan
Upscale Center of Modern Industry
(1.9~2.75mil won; End of August, 2010) |
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