There are mainly two kinds of schools in Busan: Public schools and private schools, and while most teachers have jobs in private schools, there are a few public jobs available too. Private schools are normally small, but some exist as chains that provide more training and strict curriculums. The following gives you some descriptions...
	Private Schools (Hogwans): There are about 700 private English schools in Busan, and most have between 1 and 5 foreigner teachers, along with a few Korean. Classes tend to be small, 6-12 kids, and you are the only teacher in the room. Many teachers find it very easy to teach at these private schools, and have more choices to teach in their own style. Teaching hours might be 30 a week, and they often start at noon, 1, or 2 in the afternoon. The pay is about 2.1 million - 2.3 million won a month depending on qualifications.
	Public Schools: This teaching experience is a little different. There is almost always a Korean teacher in the room with you, and the classes are larger (usually 12-25 students).  Actual teaching hours might only be 22 a week, but you will probably be required to be at school 8 hours a day, normally 8 or 9 to 4 or 5, Mon-Fri. The pay is usually about 2.1-2.4 million a month.
	Let Us Know What Works for You... Once we have interviewed you over the phone, checked your credentials, and cleared you to teach through us in Busan, we will help you with your visa application, and we will contact schools in Busan who are in need of an English teacher if you haven't applied for a specific opening.

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• As we mentioned above, your teaching job may not be 9-5. If it is a hogwan, there's a good chance it will start in the afternoon. Like sleeping in? Overtime pay results when your school asks you to work more than the number of hours specified in the contract. This can occur when the school is doing well and opens a new class. If this happens, you will receive about $20 USD an hour (your contract will tell you).

Taxes

• Almost nothing! Schools will need to deduct about 3.5% of your check for income tax, andshould  take another 4.5% for pension (or social security). According to the Korean Pension Act, your pension tax treatment is the same as that of Korean nationals. Korean social security laws allow a one-time repayment of social security taxes to employees from countries which treat Koreans with such reciprocity. Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa do not have these agreements. So, assume your total taxes will be between 3.5 and 7%. Compare this to the United States where you might loose 30% of your income off the top.

Resigning Early

• If, by chance, you decide that Korea is not the place for you, you can of course leave the country at any time. Simply purchase a ticket and leave. But, your school will not pay for your return flight, and you will not receive your bonus pay. The total loss from this alone is about $3,000. If you are considering leaving early, give your employee enough notice (as stipulated by your contract) to avoid any more hassle. Notice of one or two months is common. Also remember that you are breaking a contract, and there could be a stipulation in the contract that you are to repay the school for your flight to Korea, or other penalties.

Living Costs

• Korea is generally an inexpensive place to live. Major costs include housing, education, and cars - none of which you will be paying for (unless you really want a car). Compared to another popular destination of Japan, Korea is far cheaper. Eating out is also cheaper than in most cultures, though buying food at the grocery store is similar, and imported goods are more expensive. If you are making KRW 2,000,000 a month, you can easily save half. Some teachers on skimpy budgets have saved up to KRW 1,500,000 a month.

Saving Money

• For many teachers, the prospect of saving loads of money is the primary reason for coming to Korea. Saving KRW 1,000,000 a month, plus a bonus of about 2,000,000 at the end totals KRW 14,000,000 in savings - or $11,500 USD! To check today's currency conversion, check the online Universal Currency Converter. Considering the free furnished housing, flights, and lower cost of living, and you are making the equivalence of about $55,000 in Boston.

Private Lessons

• If you know anyone who has taught in Korea, they might have told you that they get paid KRW 40,000 or 50,000 an hour. This is true IF they are teaching private lessons on the side. Many teachers do pick up lessons because there is a large demand for it, but, you know that it is illegal on a teacher visa. Your contract will state that you are only allowed to work for the employer who flew you over. Note that we are not encouraging anyone to each private lessons, but if you choose to, you should understand the situation. If you are caught you could face deportation, and at the very least your employer will be unpleased. If you are in Korea on another visa, you may be able to legally do privates. But, best to check the Korean government website first. 

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