Obtaining a Position
What is the difference between a public school and a private academy (hagwon)?
There are many differences between working at a public school vs. a private academy (hagwon) in Korea. The biggest difference interested individuals need to know is that a Hagwon is primarily a business while a public school is a standard school. The ...
Can I apply for EPIK, GEPIK, SMOE, and GOE at the same time?
As SMOE is part of EPIK, if you are interested in applying to SMOE you will have to apply to EPIK. You can apply to EPIK, GEPIK, GOE at the same time however each program will require you to submit a set of documents when securing a position.
Can I apply for several different positions at the same time?
Yes. Recruiters will always be looking for positions you qualify for and that match your preferences to present you to clients to secure an interview.
Can I start midway through the semester in the EPIK, GEPIK, SMOE, or GOE program?
For EPIK and SMOE, there are only two-term start dates each year: March & September. For GEPIK this also applies, however, some schools can hire individuals later or earlier than the aforementioned starting dates. The GOE program hires individuals ...
If I can’t obtain a job this semester, can I apply again for the following semester?
Certainly! If you cannot obtain a position you may apply to Korvia again the following semester. Korvia will do it’s very best to help you obtain a position or apply to a different program again.
How long do I have to decide to accept an offer from a school?
Candidates will usually have about 3 days to respond to an offer. Schools in Korea schedule an interview assuming you will be willing to accept the job offer if granted. It’s best to only apply for positions that you would like to work at rather than ...
How can I increase my chances of getting a position?
It is important to be reminded that you are applying for professional work which involves educating young children in a foreign country. PREPARE yourself for being open and adaptable to a different culture and working environment. FIND & PRESENT your ...
Can I speak to the current native English teacher at the school?
This is at the school’s discretion. In most case, however only a teacher who receives a final job offer will be allowed by the school to contact the current NET. This is for teacher privacy reasons.
Can I arrive in Korea before my contract starts?
This will depend on what program you will be teaching with. Some contracts have conditions that in order for teachers to receive their flight reimbursement or allowance they must arrive in Korea within a certain number of days form their contract’s ...
What are schools looking for in the introduction video?
When schools watch a candidate’s introduction video they are looking to see your personality, energy, and way of speaking.