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Tefl in South Korea

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  • Registered Users Posts: 120 ✭✭JFitzgerald


    I'm going to be teaching in a public school in Seoul. Will casual clothes suffice in school or will they expect me to wear a suit? Are jeans and trainers allowed?


  • Registered Users Posts: 316 ✭✭cassi


    I'm going to be teaching in a public school in Seoul. Will casual clothes suffice in school or will they expect me to wear a suit? Are jeans and trainers allowed?

    I'd imagine they would want to wear smart casual, something similar to what teachers wear here. Its best to find out from the school itself.


  • Registered Users Posts: 120 ✭✭JFitzgerald


    cassi wrote: »
    I'd imagine they would want to wear smart casual, something similar to what teachers wear here. Its best to find out from the school itself.

    thanks for the quick reply. :) Yeah - i thought that might be the way to go.
    some teachers seem to get away with jeans if they are clean and tidy here in ireland. but perhaps korea is different? I saw a pic somewhere of some girls working in a hagwon and they were wearing jeans. they looked nice and smart.
    It would be so great if I could wear (smart) jeans and trainers.
    All of my clothes are clean, tidy etc but i don't want to pack anything i won't end up using in korea.

    thanks for sharing cassi. :)
    anyone else have any experiences?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,583 ✭✭✭cloneslad


    thanks for the quick reply. :) Yeah - i thought that might be the way to go.
    some teachers seem to get away with jeans if they are clean and tidy here in ireland. but perhaps korea is different? I saw a pic somewhere of some girls working in a hagwon and they were wearing jeans. they looked nice and smart.
    It would be so great if I could wear (smart) jeans and trainers.
    All of my clothes are clean, tidy etc but i don't want to pack anything i won't end up using in korea.

    thanks for sharing cassi. :)
    anyone else have any experiences?


    For men - Shirts and casual pants should be fine for you. You need to impress, and to be seen well dressed will help get you off to a good start with both the students and the teachers.

    You're lucky that it's starting to get cold in Korea now so wearing smart casual is quite comfortable for the weather. You'll also be able to see how the other teachers change their work attire throughout the year and you can adjust accordingly.

    I'd definitely recommend dressing in smart / smart casual (no need for a tie) for the first few weeks at least, once you get your foot in the door and have been welcomed you could start going with casual shirts and jeans if you wanted.


    When I worked in a hagwon I wore a t-shirt and jeans and converse shoes or trainers. I sometimes dressed up (shirt and pants) but mostly stuck to jeans and t-shirts. In summer I went in with 3/4 lengths and flip flops. This was seen as okay as it was what the rest of the koreans wore and the hagwon was a more relaxed affair than the public school system.


    If you're female, dress in the female equivalent of the above, but make sure and keep your cleavage under wraps as much as possible.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,553 ✭✭✭roosh


    When they make a new thread I think this should be in the OP. I remember being screwed around for ages and being so confused about it. The guards in Ireland don't have a breeze and don't give a ****e really.

    You do not need to pay any money for it, a letter stating your name, address, DOB, all your previous addresses and a copy of your passport info page sent to your local superintendent with a stamped addressed envelope is grand.

    I think it's a bit harsh to criticise the Gards for that, bcos my recruiter didn't make it clear to me which one I needed; she made it sound like I needed the one from Tipp, but the gards were try to help me figure out which one, and explained it fairly well to me.

    based on the poor information from my recruiter, and my assumption that I needed the one for working with kids, i ended up applying for the one from tipp - eventually got the right one tho :D


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭squeakyduck


    roosh wrote: »
    I think it's a bit harsh to criticise the Gards for that, bcos my recruiter didn't make it clear to me which one I needed; she made it sound like I needed the one from Tipp, but the gards were try to help me figure out which one, and explained it fairly well to me.

    There has been many questions on this thread about this topic. I'm not saying EVERY guard in the country is like his but a large amount of them are. I had to talk to people that had actually gone to Korea in the last few months to get the info I needed. The guards were snotty and alot of them had the tone that I was wasting their time.

    I sent my details off to Kevin street garda station as it was close to work, was told it would take a week or two tops. After a month I was reaching dead ends until I had a phone call from Crumlin station from a lovely woman explaining what had gone wrong. It had to be sent from Kevin street to Crumlin and it took a while etc. This woman restored my faith with the gardai. I don't have much time for most of them anyway for other reasons.


  • Registered Users Posts: 120 ✭✭JFitzgerald


    cloneslad wrote: »
    For men - Shirts and casual pants should be fine for you. You need to impress, and to be seen well dressed will help get you off to a good start with both the students and the teachers.

    You're lucky that it's starting to get cold in Korea now so wearing smart casual is quite comfortable for the weather. You'll also be able to see how the other teachers change their work attire throughout the year and you can adjust accordingly.

    I'd definitely recommend dressing in smart / smart casual (no need for a tie) for the first few weeks at least, once you get your foot in the door and have been welcomed you could start going with casual shirts and jeans if you wanted.


    When I worked in a hagwon I wore a t-shirt and jeans and converse shoes or trainers. I sometimes dressed up (shirt and pants) but mostly stuck to jeans and t-shirts. In summer I went in with 3/4 lengths and flip flops. This was seen as okay as it was what the rest of the koreans wore and the hagwon was a more relaxed affair than the public school system.


    If you're female, dress in the female equivalent of the above, but make sure and keep your cleavage under wraps as much as possible.

    Thanks for that. I'm female. Yeah, I'm quite pleased that I'll miss the extreme heat of summer.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭squeakyduck


    Thanks for that. I'm female. Yeah, I'm quite pleased that I'll miss the extreme heat of summer.

    EEEK! Another Munster woman in the Seoulish area! :) I'm working in a Hagwon and I've not been told off about my clothing yet.

    I wear dresses with tights or leggings. I try and cover my chest as much as possible. I am starting to wear jeans with converse now that it's cool enough to wear that but I usually stick to black dresses that are semi high chested and tights/leggings.

    They don't seem to mind sandals in my school but flip flops are a no no. As for now I would bring over a good pair of boots its getting very cold already, especially at night and it's just gonna get colder and colder. When are you coming over?


  • Registered Users Posts: 120 ✭✭JFitzgerald


    EEEK! Another Munster woman in the Seoulish area! :) I'm working in a Hagwon and I've not been told off about my clothing yet.

    I wear dresses with tights or leggings. I try and cover my chest as much as possible. I am starting to wear jeans with converse now that it's cool enough to wear that but I usually stick to black dresses that are semi high chested and tights/leggings.

    They don't seem to mind sandals in my school but flip flops are a no no. As for now I would bring over a good pair of boots its getting very cold already, especially at night and it's just gonna get colder and colder. When are you coming over?

    Thanks a mil. I'm coming over next week i think. I'm just waiting to get my visa and passport back next wednesday - then i book my flight.


  • Registered Users Posts: 511 ✭✭✭hyperbaby


    Timetable for the gathering...
    http://globalgatheringkorea.co.kr/xe/index.php?mid=lineup&document_srl=2988


    What time is the rugby now?
    I would like to see some green faces :D


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 603 ✭✭✭dapto1


    Anyone else considering Westlife in Seoul on Sunday night? I think it would be an experience!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12 warofthebutton


    just received my garda clearance, it only took them six weeks! thanks for the advice and help everyone. If there's anyone new here thinking about heading to Korea be sure to get this sorted as early as possible, you don't want to be delayed for ages like I was


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭squeakyduck


    hyperbaby wrote: »
    Timetable for the gathering...
    http://globalgatheringkorea.co.kr/xe/index.php?mid=lineup&document_srl=2988


    What time is the rugby now?
    I would like to see some green faces :D

    Damn, If I'd seen this I would have PM'ed you my number. Red_bairn came out. Good day was had by all! :)
    dapto1 wrote: »
    Anyone else considering Westlife in Seoul on Sunday night? I think it would be an experience!

    Jesus, I'd say that would be PACKED, my principal LOVES westlife!


  • Registered Users Posts: 511 ✭✭✭hyperbaby


    Damn, If I'd seen this I would have PM'ed you my number. Red_bairn came out. Good day was had by all! :)



    Jesus, I'd say that would be PACKED, my principal LOVES westlife!

    Not to worry, i asked some Irish guy with a rugby jersey at Global what the score was.

    Yeah they ****ing love You Raise Me Up at school.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,343 ✭✭✭red_bairn


    hyperbaby wrote: »
    Not to worry, i asked some Irish guy with a rugby jersey at Global what the score was.

    Yeah they ****ing love You Raise Me Up at school.

    I was there in a green hoodie, my terrorist scarf and scruffy beard. God i was exhausted today. Got back at 10am and slept till 6. :)


  • Registered Users Posts: 511 ✭✭✭hyperbaby


    It was good craic.
    Felt like summer all over again :)

    Met more Irish people last night than I have in the past two months in Gwangju haha.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,343 ✭✭✭red_bairn


    hyperbaby wrote: »
    It was good craic.
    Felt like summer all over again :)

    Met more Irish people last night than I have in the past two months in Gwangju haha.

    :rolleyes: Well I was a bit disappointed that the main acts were finished before 12 and that the main acts and some of the smaller djs sampled a feck load.

    No originality bar from this japanese dj. Was getting fed some free vodka at the end of the night. The bar tender was standing up on the table pouring the vodka straight into peoples mouths.

    Note: Drink responsibly :D.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 70 ✭✭cadburys


    Hey there,

    Does anyone know the story with Irish citizens getting their pension back upon finishing a contract in SK?

    Thanks


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,583 ✭✭✭cloneslad


    cadburys wrote: »
    Hey there,

    Does anyone know the story with Irish citizens getting their pension back upon finishing a contract in SK?

    Thanks


    They don't.

    You can carry it over to your irish pension and if you haven't made enough contributions when you reach retirement age, then it can be used.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,553 ✭✭✭roosh


    I don't suppose there is anyone here who will be on the upcoming EPIK orientation (starting October 21st)??

    Just wondering if anyone has the link for the online, pre-course training?


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  • Registered Users Posts: 511 ✭✭✭hyperbaby


    red_bairn wrote: »
    :rolleyes: Well I was a bit disappointed that the main acts were finished before 12 and that the main acts and some of the smaller djs sampled a feck load.

    No originality bar from this japanese dj. Was getting fed some free vodka at the end of the night. The bar tender was standing up on the table pouring the vodka straight into peoples mouths.

    Note: Drink responsibly :D.

    Sure everything always finishes way to early here!
    Was a little bit disappointed about Groove Armada.

    Yeah, the bartenders were generous with their shots and it wasn't that pricey either. Nice one :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,343 ✭✭✭red_bairn


    hyperbaby wrote: »
    Sure everything always finishes way to early here!
    Was a little bit disappointed about Groove Armada.

    Yeah, the bartenders were generous with their shots and it wasn't that pricey either. Nice one :D

    Nah man, they had the main gigs on till 3am last year.


  • Registered Users Posts: 511 ✭✭✭hyperbaby


    Oh really, feck that noise if that is the case.

    I'm a girl by the way :p


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,343 ✭✭✭red_bairn


    hyperbaby wrote: »
    Oh really, feck that noise if that is the case.

    I'm a girl by the way :p

    You're one of the guyz in my books! :D


  • Registered Users Posts: 511 ✭✭✭hyperbaby


    I'm a total tomboy so I'm down with that.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 132 ✭✭RadioClash


    cadburys wrote: »
    Hey there,

    Does anyone know the story with Irish citizens getting their pension back upon finishing a contract in SK?

    Thanks

    Hold onto your ARC number(this doubles as your pension number), you'll need this should you need to claim from it in the future(widow/widower/invalidity pension etc.)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,583 ✭✭✭cloneslad


    Hyperbaby

    you are in Gwangju, have you met these people? Please for the love of god track them down and tell them I love them.

    I could watch boring people on youtube all day, my girlfriend on the other hand wants to, and I quote 'put my thumb through their eyes'.

    I've just discovered they have a blog, my god, I can't wait to read it.

    I actually admire people for taking the time out to make these videos, I'm sure they help out a lot of people before they first move to korea.


  • Registered Users Posts: 511 ✭✭✭hyperbaby


    cloneslad wrote: »
    Hyperbaby

    you are in Gwangju, have you met these people? Please for the love of god track them down and tell them I love them.

    I could watch boring people on youtube all day, my girlfriend on the other hand wants to, and I quote 'put my thumb through their eyes'.

    I've just discovered they have a blog, my god, I can't wait to read it.

    I actually admire people for taking the time out to make these videos, I'm sure they help out a lot of people before they first move to korea.

    No i haven't met them but the girl looks very familiar!
    That video is great, aww the orange lotus flower :D
    I posted it in a couple of places on Facebook, cheers for sharing it :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭squeakyduck


    Got a flu shot as a thank you from a students mother. I thought it was gonna be a proper injection...turns out it was nasal spray that does the same thing!

    Happy Days! :)


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,438 ✭✭✭livinginkorea


    Anyone hear about the Asian Games in Suwon this weekend? Would love to have a look and meet some people. The Tanaiste will be in Korea this weekend too for trade and such.


  • Registered Users Posts: 101 ✭✭FCUM


    cloneslad wrote: »
    Hyperbaby

    you are in Gwangju, have you met these people? Please for the love of god track them down and tell them I love them.

    I could watch boring people on youtube all day, my girlfriend on the other hand wants to, and I quote 'put my thumb through their eyes'.

    I've just discovered they have a blog, my god, I can't wait to read it.

    I actually admire people for taking the time out to make these videos, I'm sure they help out a lot of people before they first move to korea.
    ha ha :D this really cracked me up and i dont know why


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,553 ✭✭✭roosh


    cloneslad wrote: »
    Hyperbaby

    you are in Gwangju, have you met these people? Please for the love of god track them down and tell them I love them.

    I could watch boring people on youtube all day, my girlfriend on the other hand wants to, and I quote 'put my thumb through their eyes'.

    I've just discovered they have a blog, my god, I can't wait to read it.

    I actually admire people for taking the time out to make these videos, I'm sure they help out a lot of people before they first move to korea.

    funny you should say that, I watched the video and suddenly got very excited about moving over - perhaps it's the thought that someday I too might appear in my own youtube video about korea :p

    this time next week I will be en route to Abu Dhabi :D:D:D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,553 ✭✭✭roosh


    I've got just under a week before I head off, so trying to get everything together now; have a few more questions for the oracle :)

    I was thinking of bringing over an extension cable/multi-socket flex (the ones with 4 sockets and the lead which you plug into the wall socket); I was thinking that this way I could just get one adaptor to provide me with 4 outlets. Does anyone know if that would work; or would it overload the wall socket; or not provide enough power to the extension lead?

    Is there anywhere here in Ireland that I could pick up an adaptor? Did I read that the sockets in korea are like those "on the continent" in Europe e.g. germany?


    Also, has anyone flown through Abu Dhabi (I think you mentioned that you had cloneslad); I'm just wondering what the duty free is like in the airport; would it be possible to pick up something like a harddrive there for a reasonable price, or perhaps even a laptop?


    Oh, ya, and it's probably a bit late to be asking this, but do I need to get any inocculations before coming to korea?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭squeakyduck


    Anyone hear about the Asian Games in Suwon this weekend? Would love to have a look and meet some people. The Tanaiste will be in Korea this weekend too for trade and such.

    I'm gonna be there. My brother and his wife are coming over to check it out, they are flying into Korea tomorrow. I am ridiculously excited. The girls I teach with are playing with the Seoul Gaels and my friends from Daegu are playing too...yay!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,583 ✭✭✭cloneslad


    roosh wrote: »
    I've got just under a week before I head off, so trying to get everything together now; have a few more questions for the oracle :)

    I was thinking of bringing over an extension cable/multi-socket flex (the ones with 4 sockets and the lead which you plug into the wall socket); I was thinking that this way I could just get one adaptor to provide me with 4 outlets. Does anyone know if that would work; or would it overload the wall socket; or not provide enough power to the extension lead?

    That's what I did when I was going over the second time. It's very handy to have and saves on adapters and finding sockets to stick them in.

    I brought over two of them. I bought them in asda for about €5. I also bought the ones with the power surge protection on them for added safety.
    Is there anywhere here in Ireland that I could pick up an adaptor? Did I read that the sockets in korea are like those "on the continent" in Europe e.g. germany?

    Most electronic stores - currys, argos, pc world or the likes will have them. They are the normal round sockets / plugs found in europe and on electric razors at home. They look like this

    Also, has anyone flown through Abu Dhabi (I think you mentioned that you had cloneslad); I'm just wondering what the duty free is like in the airport; would it be possible to pick up something like a harddrive there for a reasonable price, or perhaps even a laptop?

    Yeah, it's actually quite decent. There are a lots of shops there. I came very close to breaking an expensive camera when I was there, so I just put it back on the shelf and walked away. They had hard drives, laptops, playstations etc.

    The hard drives (from what I remember) weren't very expensive, I don't think they were as cheap as you'd get them online but they were a reasonable enough price. As for laptops, I didn't really take an interest in them. I bought a netbook from dell before I went to Korea. It cost me €250 inc delivery and it was great to have with me as it was so light, small and easy to carry with me everywhere.

    Oh, ya, and it's probably a bit late to be asking this, but do I need to get any inocculations before coming to korea?

    No, you'll be fine. I never got any, though you would be recommended to get hepatitus A and B done, especially if travelling around s.e asia too. (it's too late to do this now as it takes 3-6 months to get all the boosters). You'll also need about 3-4 other shots if you're going s.e asia bound.

    I would get on to it though shortly after you arrive, as they can be expensive enough to get and it's nice to break down the price into smaller amounts over the course of time.

    Oh and a big tip for you, if you are going anywhere that requires malaria medication, be sure to go to your doctor for your prescription of tablets while you still have your health insurance. I got 6 weeks worth of tablets (9 tablets I think) for 10,000won. My friend paid 180,000 for 15 tablets. He was paying more per tablet than I was for 9.


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  • Registered Users Posts: 22 Chalad


    cloneslad wrote: »
    They don't.

    You can carry it over to your irish pension and if you haven't made enough contributions when you reach retirement age, then it can be used.

    That is correct. The only exceptions is if you're paying into the private university pension scheme.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 40 millar222


    I know it's broad question, but in general would people recommend EPIK or the recruiters route? Thanks in advance.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,583 ✭✭✭cloneslad


    millar222 wrote: »
    I know it's broad question, but in general would people recommend EPIK or the recruiters route? Thanks in advance.

    I never worked with EPIK so I can't help you.

    Only use one recruiter if you want to apply to EPIK, don't use recruiters as it voids your application if you make more than one application.

    Make sure the recruiter is good as you only have one shot at the block entry.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 40 millar222


    thanks for the reply. just wading into this today, there's a lot to take in!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 603 ✭✭✭dapto1


    millar222 wrote: »
    I know it's broad question, but in general would people recommend EPIK or the recruiters route? Thanks in advance.

    My recruiter cocked up big time and EPIK told me I'd have been better off applying directly.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,553 ✭✭✭roosh


    I'm starting with EPIK next week; the reason I went with EPIK as opposed to a private school was because I wanted to work regular hours.

    I used reach to teach recruitment agency, and they were extremely helpful, and a guy I did the CELTA with used them as well - he's gone through the phone interview stage already, so it appears to be going well.

    You can apply directly through the Korean consulate also, but it might be just as handy to go through an agency.

    Obviously I haven't worked with EPIK yet, so I can't really recommend them, but as I say, the working hours were what dictated my decision.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,553 ✭✭✭roosh


    Does anyone know if a visa debit card will work in Korea? I presume it should, but don't want to take it for granted. Just wondering if I can lodge money to my account and then draw out won at an ATM, or would I be better off carrying euro in cash?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,583 ✭✭✭cloneslad


    roosh wrote: »
    Does anyone know if a visa debit card will work in Korea? I presume it should, but don't want to take it for granted. Just wondering if I can lodge money to my account and then draw out won at an ATM, or would I be better off carrying euro in cash?


    It will work, though most likely it won't work on every machine.

    You'd be better off taking a lump sum of Euro in cash and converting it to Won upon arrival. Then you can find machines that will definitely take your card and you can withdraw some money there, should you need it.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,583 ✭✭✭cloneslad


    Our good friends in Gwangju made another song.

    My g.f, again not happy with me forcing her to watch and listen to it, shouted 'spend more time practicing Korean and less time writing and singing stupid songs'

    Their pronunciation is pretty terrible, I think they try and say 불고기 'bulgogi' in the middle of the chorus but it comes out as 불가 - 이기 'bulga -e-gi', I don't mind them adding the extra '이' to go along with the melody, but why would they pronounce it as 불가기 (bulgagi)?

    Is it a jeolla do thing to do? My friend is from Jeollanam do, I'll have to ask her when she comes back from visiting her family if it is a Jeolla do pronunciation....or...if they were saying another word.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 30 Galway1987


    Anyone hear about the Asian Games in Suwon this weekend? Would love to have a look and meet some people. The Tanaiste will be in Korea this weekend too for trade and such.

    Yes, i'm playing in them. It's going to be a class weekend.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭squeakyduck


    Galway1987 wrote: »
    Yes, i'm playing in them. It's going to be a class weekend.

    See you at the opening ceremony! :) I'm so excited. My brother came to see the school with his wife and they were well impressed. They are chilling out at my house now and I'm getting off work an hour early! <3 eeek!


  • Registered Users Posts: 318 ✭✭SpatialPlanning


    Galway1987 wrote: »
    Anyone hear about the Asian Games in Suwon this weekend? Would love to have a look and meet some people. The Tanaiste will be in Korea this weekend too for trade and such.

    Yes, i'm playing in them. It's going to be a class weekend.

    Which team are you playing for?


  • Registered Users Posts: 318 ✭✭SpatialPlanning


    Galway1987 wrote: »
    Anyone hear about the Asian Games in Suwon this weekend? Would love to have a look and meet some people. The Tanaiste will be in Korea this weekend too for trade and such.

    Yes, i'm playing in them. It's going to be a class weekend.

    Which team are you playing for?


  • Registered Users Posts: 120 ✭✭JFitzgerald


    I just found out that I will be teaching in an elementary school in Yongsan-gu, Central Seoul. Does anyone know what this area is like?

    There are 42 teachers in my school. Does anyone know if that would indicate that there might be other foreign teachers there?

    I have to do orientation starting 21 October. Anyone know how long that takes? Is it one week?

    Thanks.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 451 ✭✭Cool Running


    I just found out that I will be teaching in an elementary school in Yongsan-gu, Central Seoul. Does anyone know what this area is like?

    There are 42 teachers in my school. Does anyone know if that would indicate that there might be other foreign teachers there?

    I have to do orientation starting 21 October. Anyone know how long that takes? Is it one week?

    Thanks.

    Yongsan will be a nice place to live. It's bang right in the middle of Seoul, the biggest electronice market is situated there so if you need any electronics you should be sorted. You're also beside the Han river which is great for walks or running. Also close to Itaweon which has two Irish bars and is the main foreigner spot in Seoul but it can also attract a bad crowd partly due to the US army base situated in Yongsan. Just a few stops away from Hongdae which is Hongik university on the subway line. Hongdae is a great place for a night out and plenty of westerners go there.

    Not to sure about the teaching situation as I teach in a different type of school but I would think you would not be the only foreigner there.

    Best of luck


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