Korea TEFL Job Board — English Teaching Jobs in Korea 2026
Verified English teaching job openings from trusted schools across South Korea — hagwons, public schools, adult English programs, and part-time positions.
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Types of English Teaching Jobs in Korea
Morning programs run 9am–5/6pm. After-school academies go from ~1pm to 9pm or 2pm to 10pm — about 30 teaching hours a week. Small classes of 5–11 students. Salary is 2.4–3M+ KRW/month with housing included. Above 3M is realistic with teaching experience or an education degree.
Standard 9am–5pm hours, 20–22 teaching hours a week, and 18–26 vacation days a year. Salary is 2.0–2.7M KRW/month. Most placements are outside Seoul — but if you're open to that, it's a stable, government-backed setup with more time off.
Teaching professionals at offices or language centers — daytime or early evening, no kids, more conversation. Pay goes higher for teachers with a business or subject background.
Flexible roles at smaller academies and tutoring centers. Open to teachers already on an eligible visa who want extra income or a lighter schedule.
Hagwon vs Public School — At a Glance
| Hagwon | Public School (EPIK) | |
|---|---|---|
| Salary | 2.4–3M KRW/month | 2.0–2.7M KRW/month |
| Hours | ~30 hrs/week, afternoons or evenings | ~20–22 hrs/week, 9am–5pm |
| Vacation | 11–14 days/year | 18–26 days/year |
| Class size | 5–11 students | 20–30 students |
| Housing | Furnished apartment included | Furnished apartment included |
| Severance | 1 month on completion | 1 month on completion |
| Location | Urban or rural — your pick | Often rural; Seoul is competitive |
Teaching in Korea by City
The most openings, great transport, and a big expat community. Districts like Gangnam, Mapo, and Nowon always have positions coming through. Living costs run ~$1,383/month all-in (rent ~$764 for a 1BR) — manageable when housing is covered.
~$1,383/month total Browse current Seoul openings →Beaches, lower rent (~$414 for a 1BR), and a noticeably chill pace. Good hagwon options around Haeundae and Seomyeon — and more left over at month's end.
~$930/month totalMid-sized, affordable (~$337 for a 1BR), and a solid range of hagwon jobs. Quieter than Seoul but with everything you need. Good pick if saving money matters.
~$1,132/month totalCentral, compact, and easy to get around — KTX puts Seoul under an hour away. Rent runs low (~$302 for a 1BR), with steady hagwon demand and a relaxed, livable pace.
~$971/month totalSuwon, Yongin, Ilsan — just outside Seoul with direct rail and lower rent ($380–530). Schools outside the capital often pay more to attract teachers. If you're open to stepping out of Seoul, your savings go up quite a bit.
~$970–$1,140/month total Browse current Gyeonggi openings →Frequently Asked Questions
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