You’ve taught there before and now you’re thinking about returning to Korea, but you feel like it would be taking a step backwards. I know what it’s like. I took that step, and I’m happy I did. A lot of people back home didn’t understand why I was going to Korea again. If you go [...]
Jeonju may not be a city that’s on your radar, but it’s definitely worth taking a daytrip to check out the Hanok Village. The Jeonju Hanok Village is home to around 800 traditional houses, many great restaurants (Jeonju is known for it’s bibimbap, so if you’re in the area you might want to try it!) [...]
One of my earliest memorable experiences in Korea was an old woman yelling at me after I threw a bag of trash onto a garbage pile. I couldn’t understand what she was saying and had no idea why she was upset. When I told my coworkers the story, we worked out that I hadn’t disposed [...]
As many of us teachers have experienced, many schools don't turn on their air conditioners in the summer for many different reasons. This often leaves us sweaty, stinky, and in a bad mood. Here are 5 items that will save your life at home or in an office with no air conditioner. USB-powered Desk Fans [...]
Many new teachers in South Korea who are also new to teaching may feel hesitant about teaching younger learners. Before coming to South Korea I was absolutely petrified of teaching kindergarten. I thought they would eat me alive. For some strange reason I thought teaching middle school or high school would be much easier. The [...]
Nothing can truly prepare you for moving to another country, especially one with different languages, customs, history, and people. First-time English teachers coming to Korea will have thousands of questions about teaching, housing, life, language, and more. Trust me, I understand exactly how you feel, I mean hey, I was in your position a little [...]
