South Korea TEFL

TEFL · South Korea

Explore Our In-Class TEFL Course in South Korea

Complete your 4-week training and start a paid teaching placement.

Begin a life-changing adventure with our intensive 4-week onsite TEFL Certification Training. Benefit from full job placement assistance and a guaranteed teaching position in a local school, while immersing yourself in South Korean culture. With a proven 99% success rate, this is your pathway to an exciting and rewarding teaching career.

This programme ensures that you're thoroughly prepared to teach English confidently and effectively anywhere in the world upon completion of your certification.

Don't wait. Start your journey today and secure your place in this life-changing programme!

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Programme Details

Our 4-week TEFL & Job Placement in South Korea includes:

TEFL Course Overview
  • Four-week training in Incheon — On-site 120-hour TEFL certification, led by experienced ESL teachers.
  • Eight-hour daily courses — Monday to Friday, with weekends free for exploring South Korea.
  • Two 8-hour observed teaching practices — Hands-on experience in local schools through a mix of classroom observations & teaching, designed to strengthen your skills and build confidence.
  • Materials — Study materials, reference books & certification.
  • Globally recognized — TEFL/TESOL courses, fully accredited by TQUK, Ofqual, and ACCREDITAT.

Benefits

What is more?

Guaranteed Job Placement

Guaranteed paid teaching placement & Lifetime Placement Guarantee (on eligible programmes)

Award-Winning TEFL Course

120-hour In-Class TEFL/TESOL & Certification Course (Ofqual Level 5)

Cultural Orientation

40hr online cultural foundation course (including language) & One Week Culture and Language Orientation

Airport Arrival Assistance

We meet you at the airport and guide you through every step of your arrival.

School & Contract Support

Full background check on school & contract review assistance (with visa assistance, paid holidays and medical insurance)

Studio Apartment

Studio apartment provided at placement — your home away from home.

Airfare Contribution

Flights (One-year contracts only): A generous airfare contribution is provided by your employer. Most employers will pay this upfront, while some will reimburse your airfare when you arrive.

Earnings

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Local Currency

₩2,200,000

– 2,600,000 / month

USD

$1,600

– 1,900 / month

Saving Potential

$400

– $1,000+ / month

Min. Contract

6–12

months, renewable

All contracts are for a minimum of 6 or 12 months and are renewable. 12-month contracts include furnished accommodation at no cost, an airfare contribution, paid holidays, and health insurance.

Please note that the salary ranges indicated may vary due to currency conversion rates.

Your Journey

Effective TEFL Training, Working and Living in South Korea

TEFL Training

How to become an ESL Teacher?

Our TEFL certification offers the essentials required to start teaching English as a Foreign Language, covering lesson planning, classroom management, and the Presentation-Practice-Production (PPP) TEFL teaching methodology.

Job Placement

Job Placement Guaranteed

Foreign TEFL teachers have various full-time and part-time opportunities in government and private schools across all levels, vocational colleges, and universities.

Your job placement is 100% guaranteed!

Living in South Korea

How to get a good life in South Korea?

To ensure a smooth transition and support throughout your training and job placement, we offer comprehensive services such as accommodation (optional or limited), airport arrival assistance, Visa assistance, etc.

Why Us

Why Choose Angloville?

  • A Guaranteed Job Placement — Our local partners work with a wide network of schools, many of which are actively seeking candidates with a profile like yours.
  • Not TEFL or TESOL Certified yet? — Benefit from trained teachers during a 120-hour face-to-face course at our training center (optional).
  • A Stepping Stone To Your Career — Benefit from professional tips, contract review assistance, and documentation support.
  • Individual Assistance — Accommodation, visa, DBS, etc. Our local partners are here to support you.

⚠️ Due to high demand, we recommend booking early to secure your spot, as places are limited.

Funding

Did You Know You Can Get Your TEFL Course, Flight, And Accommodation Fully Funded?

Turing Scheme

If you are a student at a UK university or college

The Turing Scheme is the UK government's global program for studying and working abroad. It provides funding for international opportunities in education and training. The scheme is open to participants at all levels of education, including schools, colleges, universities, and vocational training.

Contact the Mobility or International Exchanges department at your university for further information.

We offer a 4-week TEFL course with new sessions starting every month. Reach out to us, and we'll work with you to secure your spot in the programme.

Dates & Pricing

Calendar

Start your journey with confidence: Secure your place on the TEFL course with a deposit today and pay the balance later.

Paying a deposit today ensures that you reserve your place on the course for your preferred date. By securing your spot early, you guarantee that there will be availability for you when the course begins.

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October

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4-week TEFL

What's included

  • 120-hour In-Class TEFL/TESOL & Certification Course (Ofqual Level 5)
  • 40hr online cultural foundation course & One Week Culture and Language Orientation
  • Guaranteed paid teaching placement & Lifetime Placement Guarantee (on eligible programmes)
  • Airport arrival assistance
  • Full background check on school & contract review assistance (with visa assistance, paid holidays and medical insurance)
  • Studio apartment at placement
  • Flights (One-year contracts only): airfare contribution provided by your employer.

Pay today

Registration & deposit — secure your preferred start date

€1,140

Pay later

Paid directly to our partner training centre, no later than the course start date

€1,015

4-week TEFL Course & Job Placement — total investment

€2,155

Only a deposit today to secure your spot. The remaining amount is paid directly to our partner training centre.

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Flexible payment options available. Pay your deposit in two instalments with no additional fee.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are the requirements?
  • Only a Bachelor's degree will be accepted (no diplomas). The degree must have been issued in one of the seven designated countries: the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, or South Africa.
  • Candidates must be native English speakers.
  • Candidates must be passport holders of: United States, Canada, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, the United Kingdom, or Ireland.
  • Applicants must be willing to commit for at least 12 months.
  • Applicants must be in good physical and mental health.
  • Applicants must be between the ages of 21 and 40.
  • Applicants must have no criminal history.
Criminal Record Check

Applicants must provide proof of a completely clear criminal record, including the highest level of background check and verification against the sex offender register.

  • USA – FBI Identity Summary Check
  • UK – Basic DBS Check
  • Australia – NPC – National Police Check
  • Canada – RCMP check
  • Ireland – An Garda Vetting
  • New Zealand – CRC – Criminal Record Check
  • South Africa – PCC – Police Clearance Certificate
Job Placement

Our local partner guarantees a paid job placement in a local school. Please note that recruitment and school hiring are subject to seasonal demand. Specific job placement timelines cannot be guaranteed, and clients are advised to budget accordingly.

If a teacher applying to a position offered by our local partner fails three interviews or declines a high-quality placement opportunity, Angloville and its local partner shall be deemed to have fully discharged their placement obligation.

Contract Details
12-Month6-Month
School typePublic and PrivatePrivate
SalaryKRW 2.2–2.6 MillionKRW 1.8–2.2 Million
Working Hours8 hours per day6–8 hours a day
VacationPrivate: 11 days / Public: 22–26 days5–6 Days
HousingFree / includedFree / included
FlightsPrivate: One way / Public: Both waysNot Included*
End-of-Contract BonusIncludedNot Included*

*Six-month contracts can be extended to 12 months. If extended, flight reimbursement and a contract-ending bonus will be provided.

What salary should I expect?
  • USD 20,000–25,000 per year
  • GBP 16,400–20,500 per year
  • EUR 18,600–23,250 per year

All contracts are for a minimum of 6 or 12 months and are renewable. In addition to your salary, you will receive free furnished housing, an airfare contribution, paid holidays, and health insurance coverage (12-month contracts only). Many teachers report saving US $700–1,000 monthly, depending on lifestyle.

Please note that the salary ranges indicated may vary due to currency conversion rates.

Airfare Contribution in South Korea
  • Private Schools: One-way airfare contribution, usually capped at KRW 700,000–1,000,000
  • Public Schools: Return airfare contribution (two-way), with a fixed allowance of KRW 1,300,000
  • Scope: Applies only to international flights from your home country, not domestic flights within South Korea
Accommodation
  • Orientation period: Included with TESOL/TEFL Course.
  • Course period: Not included, but facilitated — $450 for shared or $900 for private accommodation.
  • Job placement period: Provided by the school.

Shared accommodation for the 4-week TEFL course: USD 550. Security deposit: 15,000 JPY, refunded at the end of the stay. Internet and standard utilities are included. Accommodation is within walking distance of the training centre.

Do I need a visa?

Once approved, you will receive an E-2 visa that allows you to live and work legally in South Korea as an English teacher. This entire process will be facilitated by our trusted local provider, who will guide you through each stage and ensure that all paperwork is completed correctly and on time.

What is not Included?
  • Courier costs
  • Transport costs
  • Utility bills
  • Meals
  • Accommodation during TESOL course (Accommodation facilitated)
  • Medical check-up, mandatory, costs approximately USD 100, coordinated by the school within the first week of arrival.
TEFL/TESOL Course Accreditation

The in-class 120-hour TEFL course is officially approved as a TEFL/TESOL training centre by TQUK, regulated by Ofqual in England. The In-Country 120-Hour Certificate (Level 5) is an internationally recognised qualification. ACCREDITAT is registered under the UKRLP (UK Register of Learning Providers), Number 10065351.

How can I get my TEFL funded through the Turing Scheme?

The Turing Scheme is a UK government initiative providing funding for students to study and work abroad.

  1. Eligibility: Ensure you are enrolled at a UK institution.
  2. Contact Your Institution: Reach out to the Mobility or International Exchanges department.
  3. Prepare Your Application: Your institution will guide you through the application process.
  4. Funding and Support: If successful, the Turing Scheme covers travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
  5. Start Your Journey With Angloville: Embark on your international experience.
Our Terms and Conditions

For complete terms and conditions regarding our TEFL course and job placement, please click here.

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