Posted 21 Jan 2026
Are you a TEFL UK–certified teacher looking for a reliable, government-backed opportunity to teach abroad? The English Program in Korea (EPIK) is a public school teaching programme run by the Korean Ministry of Education, placing English teachers in schools across South Korea to support English education and cultural exchange.
For the Fall 2026 intake, EPIK is seeking motivated, adaptable teachers to work in elementary, middle, or high schools nationwide. Teachers co-teach alongside Korean educators in a structured, supportive environment—making EPIK one of the most stable and respected teaching programmes in Asia.
This opportunity is supported by Korvia Consulting, an official EPIK recruitment partner, offering free guidance from application to arrival.
What You’ll Do
Teach English in South Korean public schools
Co-teach with a Korean English teacher
Focus on speaking, listening, pronunciation, and communicative activities
Prepare engaging lessons aligned with the national curriculum
Participate in English camps or school activities when required
Act as a cultural ambassador inside and outside the classroom
No prior classroom teaching experience is required.
How Korvia Consulting Supports You
Korvia Consulting is an official EPIK recruiting partner and provides 100% free support, including:
Application and document guidance
CV and personal statement review
Interview preparation
Visa and pre-departure assistance
Continued support before and after arrival
Korvia’s goal is to make the process clear, organised, and stress-free.
Hold a Bachelor’s degree (any subject) by Fall 2026
Hold a passport from one of the following countries (UK, IRE, USA, CA, AUS, NZ, ZA)
Hold a TEFL certification (120+ hours)
Be eligible for an E-2 Teaching Visa
Have a clean criminal background check
Be in good physical and mental health
Commit to a 12-month contract
Be adaptable, professional, and open to cultural exchange
Monthly salary: approx. 2.3 – 2.7 million KRW (based on qualifications and location)
Free furnished housing or housing allowance
Paid vacation: approx. 26 working days + Korean national holidays
Entrance allowances (reimbursement after certain amount of contract has been finished)
Completion bonus & severance pay
Korean National Health Insurance
Pension contributions (UK nationals eligible for lump-sum refund)
Monday–Friday work schedule (no evenings, no weekends)
Paid orientation and ongoing in-country support
With housing provided and a reasonable cost of living, many teachers are able to save money while living abroad.
Apply through Korvia Consulting here:
https://www.korvia.com/korvia-application-agreement-page/
Early applications are strongly recommended for Fall 2026 placements.
