Teach English - Korea | ESL TEFL Job

About Aclipse and the opportunityAclipse is a trusted partner to qualified candidates looking to find the best English teaching jobs in Asia (and for those who just want to escape the worrisome US job market)!  Often, the best candidates are students with Liberal Arts, International Studies, English or Education degrees, and opportunities are open to anyone. A teaching degree is NOT required as most employers offer comprehensive training. If you’re graduating soon, and looking for an opportunity to: 1) Jump-start your career2) Develop leadership abilities3) Explore another culture4) Make a difference in lives of others5) Avoid moving back home with mom and dad …then Aclipse can all but guarantee a job for a qualified and motivated candidate!  You’ll earn a respectable salary and have the experience of a lifetime, while meeting interesting people, make international friends and gain a global perspective.  That’s way more than a typical first job out of college!The Aclipse team is made up of experienced people who taught English abroad and are passionate about helping others benefit from this amazing experience. With offices in Boston, Chicago, Osaka, San Francisco, Seoul, and Sydney, you can feel confident someone close by is there to assist you in beginning this exciting career. Offering a variety of teaching opportunities, Aclipse helps guide you toward and then land the perfect position.  We know the ins and outs of each country and school, and have the answers you need to feel 100% confident in your decision. Perhaps, best of all, our services are free to you! About the Positions:
South Korea Private Language School Instructor- Start Dates: Spring, Summer, and Fall 2009 
Teach communication and conversation classes to elementary, middle, and high school age students.  Instructors often teach test preparation classes, business English classes, and/or writing classes as well.  Experience the enthusiasm of the students, the lifestyle afforded by the salary and work hours (on average instructors work from approximately 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at night), and the chance to work among a diverse group of instructors from all over the English-speaking world. Our primary client is one of the largest, most professional, and prestigious private language institutes in South Korea.   South Korea Public School Positions- Start Dates: March and August 2009 Work in public schools alongside regular Korean teachers of English. Help plan and execute language lessons to students in primary and secondary schools.  Conduct English conversation classes, assist Korean teachers, and prepare teaching materials and activities. There are plenty of opportunities to network with other English Teaching Assistants in your area – you will not be alone. This is a government-operated program.  Minimum Qualifications: -Hold Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college-Be eligible for a work visa-Be a native English speaker (first language is English)-Hold a valid passport from USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa-Be able to commit to a one year contract-No criminal record  Exciting Benefits:-Lucrative salaries that are commensurate with experience and allow for an excellent standard of living, with the opportunity to save on the side.-Housing assistance!-Reimbursed airfare!-Short work-weeks offering ample time to explore and enjoy the culture-Medical insurance assistance-Contract completion bonus (for some employers)-Contribution into national pension (North Americans can collect this after departure) -Curriculum and teaching resources provided
-Comprehensive trainingCo-applicants are encouraged to apply.  For more information, visit our website @ www.aclipse.net. To be considered for placement you can apply @ http://www.aclipse.net/apply_now.html.  A glimpse at Korea:Korea is a unique mix of sophisticated commercial centers and impressive, traditional attractions. A history and culture that goes back nearly 5,000 years coexists side by side with Louis Vuitton and Starbucks. An eclectic mix of mountains and rivers, majestic palaces, and ultramodern skyscrapers highlight the country’s unique horizon. Also known as the “most wired” country in the world, Korea is famous for its Internet connectivity and the leadership role it plays in the IT industry. As the 10th largest economy in the world, anyone can find just about anything in Korea. For example, English books and movies are readily available along with a variety of Western foods from take-outs to family restaurants. For the adventurer, Korea’s proximity to other Asian countries makes it an excellent hub for travel. Trips to Thailand, China, and Japan are the most common. Traveling within Korea is made easy by the clean, modern, and inexpensive public transportation system.