GLOII – English Teaching Jobs – South Korea

About GLOII Job Consulting

GLOII Job Consulting is an established international teacher recruitment agency specialising in connecting English-speaking educators with teaching opportunities across South Korea.

Operating since 2005, GLOII works with private English academies and public schools to help suitable applicants find positions that match their qualifications, teaching preferences and preferred locations.

The agency provides recruitment guidance, interview support, employment contract assistance and information about the Korean work visa process.

GLOII’s recruitment services are provided free of charge to teachers.

Whether you are a recent university graduate planning your first overseas teaching experience or an experienced educator seeking a new position, GLOII offers access to a range of English teaching opportunities across South Korea.

English Teaching Opportunities in South Korea

GLOII is advertising English teaching placements in Seoul, Gyeonggi Province and other regions of South Korea.

Many advertised roles are based in private English academies, commonly known as hagwons, where teachers work with kindergarten, elementary or middle-school students.

These positions provide opportunities to develop classroom experience, help young learners improve their English and experience living in South Korea.

Position Overview

• Job Title: English / ESL Teacher
• Recruitment Agency: GLOII Job Consulting
• Location: Seoul, Gyeonggi Province and other locations across South Korea
• School Types: Primarily private English academies, with other teaching opportunities advertised through GLOII
• Student Ages: Kindergarten, elementary and middle-school learners, depending on the position
• Advertised Salary: Commonly KRW ₩2.5 million to ₩2.8 million or more per month, depending on the placement
• Working Schedule: Generally Monday to Friday, although certain placements may require occasional Saturday classes
• Typical Working Hours: Vary by school, including morning-to-evening and afternoon-to-evening schedules
• Contract: Usually one year, with renewal opportunities depending on the employer
• Accommodation: Furnished accommodation advertised for many placements
• Visa Support: Employer assistance with the appropriate Korean work visa

Actual teaching assignments, pay, benefits, working hours and start dates vary by school. Applicants should confirm the terms of the specific vacancy before accepting an offer.

Featured Teaching Positions

GLOII’s official recruitment website advertises several English teaching placements in Seoul and the surrounding regions.

The examples below illustrate the types of opportunities being recruited for.

1. Eunpyeong, Seoul — Private English Academy

• Location: Eunpyeong, Seoul
• Salary: Starting from approximately KRW ₩2.5 million
• Students: Kindergarten and elementary
• Class Size: Approximately 10 students
• Working Hours: Approximately 11:00 am–7:00 pm
• Working Days: Monday to Friday
• Contract: One year, renewable

The advertised package includes furnished accommodation, airfare, work visa sponsorship assistance, health insurance contributions and pension arrangements.

2. Gangnam, Seoul — Kindergarten and Elementary Teaching

• Location: Gangnam, Seoul
• Salary: Approximately KRW ₩2.5 million
• Students: Kindergarten and elementary
• Class Size: Approximately 10 students
• Working Hours: Approximately 9:00 am–6:00 pm
• Working Days: Monday to Friday
• Contract: One year, renewable

This placement is advertised with furnished accommodation, airfare arrangements, work visa sponsorship support and contributions towards health insurance and pension.

3. Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi Province — English Academy

• Location: Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi-do
• Salary: Approximately KRW ₩2.6 million
• Students: Elementary and middle school
• Teaching Load: Approximately 26 lessons per week
• Lesson Duration: Approximately 40–45 minutes
• Working Hours: Primarily afternoon and evening
• Additional Classes: Occasional paid Saturday classes advertised

This role may appeal to educators who prefer teaching older children. The advertised employment package includes accommodation, airfare and visa sponsorship assistance.

4. Gwangin, Seoul — Private English Academy

• Location: Gwangin, Seoul
• Salary: Approximately KRW ₩2.5 million
• Students: Kindergarten and elementary
• Class Size: Approximately 10 students
• Working Hours: Approximately 9:30 am–6:30 pm
• Working Days: Monday to Friday
• Contract: One year, renewable

The advertised package includes furnished accommodation, airfare, visa assistance and contributions towards health insurance and national pension.

Important: These are separate positions with different employers and conditions. Salary figures, availability and benefits must be checked against the specific offer supplied by GLOII.

Teaching Responsibilities

As an English teacher in South Korea, your responsibilities will depend on the school, student age group and curriculum.

Typical duties may include:

• Delivering engaging English lessons to kindergarten, elementary or middle-school students.
• Helping learners develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
• Teaching grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and everyday conversational English.
• Preparing or adapting lesson plans and classroom learning materials.
• Using interactive activities to encourage student participation.
• Creating a positive, supportive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Monitoring student progress and providing appropriate feedback.
• Working alongside Korean teachers, teaching assistants and school management.
• Participating in staff meetings, training and school activities where required.
• Maintaining professional standards and following the school’s teaching policies.

Some academies provide established curricula and teaching resources, while others expect teachers to contribute more extensively to lesson preparation.

Teacher Eligibility and Qualifications

GLOII recruits candidates who meet the requirements for the relevant Korean teaching visa and the individual school’s hiring criteria.

Essential Requirements

• Citizenship of one of the seven countries recognised for South Korea’s standard E-2 English teaching visa: United Kingdom, Ireland, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa.
• A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university meeting the applicable immigration requirements.
• Suitable English language proficiency for classroom teaching.
• A national criminal background check meeting Korean immigration requirements.
• Ability to obtain the necessary authenticated or apostilled qualifications and supporting documents.
• Ability to meet the applicable Korean immigration health and visa requirements.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach to working with children.
• Willingness to relocate to South Korea and adapt to a new school environment.

GLOII specifies that applicants for the standard E-2 route must hold a qualifying bachelor’s degree. Candidates who have not yet graduated may be able to begin the recruitment process but must provide the documents required to demonstrate their expected degree completion.

Applicants who already hold another valid Korean residence or work status may be subject to different eligibility arrangements.

Is Previous Teaching Experience Necessary?

Some GLOII placements welcome applicants without previous formal teaching experience, while others may prefer teachers who have already worked in classrooms or taught English as a foreign language.

Experience tutoring, volunteering, working with children or teaching online may help applicants demonstrate relevant skills.

Salary and Employment Benefits

GLOII’s published private-academy advertisements commonly show salaries of approximately KRW ₩2.5 million to ₩2.8 million or more per month, depending on the school and placement.

The final salary will depend on the employer’s offer, the teacher’s qualifications and the agreed contract.

Commonly Advertised Benefits

• Furnished Accommodation: Many vacancies advertise an individual apartment supplied by the school.
• Airfare: Flights to South Korea are advertised for numerous placements, subject to the employer’s terms.
• Visa Sponsorship: Assistance with the relevant Korean teaching visa.
• Health Insurance: Employer contributions towards eligible Korean health insurance arrangements.
• National Pension: Employer pension contributions where applicable.
• Severance Payment: An end-of-contract payment advertised for qualifying one-year contracts.
• Paid Leave: Annual leave and Korean public holidays according to the employment contract.
• Orientation: Initial training and preparation for teaching in Korea.
• Recruitment Support: Guidance with interviews, documents and settling into a new position.

Benefits are not identical across all schools. Applicants should verify flight arrangements, accommodation conditions, deductions, insurance contributions and leave entitlements before signing an employment contract.

Working Hours and School Environment

Working conditions differ between private academies and public schools.

GLOII’s private-academy advertisements include morning-to-evening schedules for kindergarten and elementary teaching, as well as afternoon-to-evening schedules for positions involving older children.

Typical classes contain approximately ten students, although this varies by school.

Many vacancies advertise Monday-to-Friday working arrangements. However, certain positions may include additional Saturday lessons, and applicants should confirm whether these are compulsory and how they are paid.

Most advertised private-school contracts run for approximately one year, with possible renewal subject to agreement between the teacher and employer.

Living and Teaching in South Korea

Teaching English in South Korea offers an opportunity to develop international classroom experience while living in a country known for its modern cities, public transport, food and cultural attractions.

Seoul is one of the most popular destinations for international English teachers, offering a large urban environment and extensive transport connections.

Surrounding areas such as Gyeonggi Province provide additional teaching opportunities in residential communities and developing cities.

Applicants may also explore placements in other parts of South Korea depending on recruitment demand and their location preferences.

Although many positions include accommodation, teachers should still budget for personal expenses, initial settling-in costs and any items not covered by the employment contract.

How to Apply Through GLOII

Applications are managed directly by GLOII Job Consulting through its official recruitment website.

The general process involves:

1. Check Your Eligibility: Review GLOII’s citizenship, education, criminal background and health requirements.
2. Complete the Application: Proceed to GLOII’s official application form and provide your qualifications, experience and teaching preferences.
3. Recruitment Review: A representative may contact suitable applicants to discuss their availability, preferred locations and potential placements.
4. School Interview: Selected candidates may be invited to interview with a prospective school.
5. Review the Employment Offer: Confirm salary, working hours, accommodation, benefits and contract conditions.
6. Complete Visa Arrangements: Successful applicants follow the relevant documentation and work visa process.
7. Prepare for Arrival: Finalise travel and relocation arrangements with the employer and recruitment consultant.

The overall recruitment process can take several weeks or longer, depending on document preparation, interviews and visa processing.

Click the Apply for Job button below to visit GLOII’s official qualification-check page and begin the application process.

Applicants interested in a particular advertised placement should mention the relevant school location and job reference number when communicating with GLOII.

Important Information for Applicants

This recruitment overview is independently published by TEFL Globe to help prospective English teachers discover opportunities advertised by GLOII Job Consulting.

TEFL Globe is not the employing school and does not collect or assess applications on GLOII’s behalf.

All job availability, employment conditions, salaries, working hours, benefits, visa eligibility and start dates should be confirmed directly with the recruiter.

Applicants should review written employment terms and verify the employing school before making financial or relocation commitments.