49 things to do to get a university job in south korea
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Presentation #1: “49 Things you Need to Do to Get Presentation #1: “49 Things you Need to Do to Get a University Job in South Korea”a University Job in South Korea”
IntroductionDo you want to get a university job in South Korea? It is so possible if you know the basic requirements to successfully be hired. There
are more than a hundred of things (103, to be exact) you can do to teach in a Korean
University. They are all detailed in the book, How to Get a University Job in South Korea. In
this presentation, the 49 most important things are highlighted.
Twitter: @bolen_jackieWebsite: www.universityjobkorea.com
Amazon: “How to Get a University Job in South Korea.”
No.1
You’ll need to get a visa to teach English from Korean immigration. Watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-NLnEZ4ShY for details about immigration requirements for teaching English in
Korea.
Meet the Basic RequirementsMeet the Basic Requirements
No.2Look Beautiful-In KoreaLook Beautiful-In Korea
Appearance is everything. Never forget this.
No.3Be in KoreaBe in Korea
Not many places are willing to hire from overseas via Skype interviews. In-person reigns supreme.
No.4Look on ESL Cafe Korean Job BoardLook on ESL Cafe Korean Job Board
36% of teachers get their university job in Korea this
way.
No.5Check Check Koreabridge
There are always a few local unis that place job ads here.
No.6Join Foreign Teachers in Korean Universities
Get all your questions answered and see the last minute
job openings which often get posted.
No.7Treat it Like a Full-Time JobTreat it Like a Full-Time Job
Looking for a university job is your new job. Get ready to be busy and be prepared to spend a ridiculous
amount of time on it.
No.8Ooze ProfessionalismOoze Professionalism
Don’t be that obnoxious guy out on the town
because nobody will want to be your coworker
and they might even go out of their way to give you
a negative recommendation when they hear that you applied to their university.
No.9Don’t Treat People Like Job Vending MachinesDon’t Treat People Like Job Vending Machines
If you meet a university teacher, don’t go in for the kill too early. Treat them like a human being.
No.10Join KOTESOLJoin KOTESOL
You’ll meet teachers from just about every single university in Korea this way.
No.11Get Involved with KOTESOLGet Involved with KOTESOL
Be involved, actively. It’s by far
the best form of networking
you can do in Korea
No.12Be the Right AgeBe the Right Age
30 to 50 is prime time! Older or younger, it’s possible but it’s not easy.
No.13Get University Teachers to Check Your ResumeGet University Teachers to Check Your Resume
The best possible plan.
No.14Read DirectionsRead Directions
Follow the job ad directions precisely.
They want email? Email them.
They want XYZ in the subject line? Write XYZ.
They want it by mail? Mail them.
No.15Prepare Reference LettersPrepare Reference Letters
In Korean is even better.
No.16Get Proof of Employment from Previous JobsGet Proof of Employment from Previous Jobs
There is an official documentin Korea that employers are required to give you
by law. Make sure you get this
because universities will probably ask for it.
No.17Make a Detailed Lesson PlanMake a Detailed Lesson Plan
Not all jobs will ask for one, but some do. If they don’t,
you could bring it to your interview for some extra brownie points.
No.18Engage in Professional DevelopmentEngage in Professional Development
Whatever you want to do, do it but always be trying to get better at your craft.
No.19Put only Relevant Stuff on the ResumePut only Relevant Stuff on the Resume
Only education related things!
No.20Buy this Book: Buy this Book:
How to Get a University Job in South Korea
It’s equivalent in awesomeness to this presentation, but has like 10x more detail. It’s the best $2.99 you’re going to spend all year.
No.21Make a PlanMake a Plan
And make it detailed. Finding a
uni job in Korea is difficult and takes lots of work.
No.22Join this Facebook GroupJoin this Facebook Group
of the University Jobseekers in Korea
No.23Include Personal InformationInclude Personal Information
Nationality, age, visa status in Korea.
No.24Avoid a too Complicated ResumeAvoid a too Complicated Resume
Remember that the person screening your resume
likely doesn’t speak English
as their first language. Make your education
and experience with teaching adults crystal clear.
No.25 Learn How to Actually TeachLearn How to Actually Teach
Real teachers can smell another real teacher from
a mile away. Be one of them.
No.26Consider this Job Search MethodConsider this Job Search Method
http://www.profsabroad.com/effective-method-finding-university-job
/
Profs Abroad calls it their #1 tip!
No.27Do Mock InterviewsDo Mock Interviews
Get your English teaching
friends to help you.
No.28Use Correct LanguageUse Correct Language
It’s important in Korea!
No.29Understand Korean Culture
Korean culture tips from My Life! Teaching in a Korean University.
http://eslteacherinkorea.blogspot.kr/2015/01/korean-culture-tips-for-job-seekers-tip.html
No.30Avoid Negotiating SalaryAvoid Negotiating Salary
You’ll get what you get and there’s usually no room for negotiation.
This will just be a big turn-off for those
on the hiring committee.
No.31Avoid Negotiating Interview TimesAvoid Negotiating Interview Times
The people interviewing you are likely far busier than you are.
No.32Check out this Website: Check out this Website: University Job KoreaUniversity Job Korea
http://universityjobkorea.com/
No.33Get Plastic SurgeryGet Plastic Surgery
It really is the land of the beautiful. For all things rearranging face, head straight to Gangnam.
No.34Speak ClearlySpeak Clearly
Your interviewers want to know that the students will be able to understand you easily. Watch this YouTube video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGrG46aJ80o] .
No.35Be on Time for the InterviewBe on Time for the Interview
Go early if you are unsure about location. University campuses are notorious for being difficult to navigate, especially if you’re not stellar at Korean.
No.36Don’t Ask too Many QuestionsDon’t Ask too Many Questions
Show that you’re just chilled out and can go with the flow. Nobody wants to work with someone who is all
needy and annoying.
No.37 Like Like “How to Get a University Job in South “How to Get a University Job in South
Korea”Korea” on Facebook.on Facebook.
https://www.facebook.com/unijobkorea https://www.facebook.com/unijobkorea
No.38Be HumbleBe Humble
For your first university job in Korea, you’ll need to take what you can get. Don’t be picky.
No.39Build a teaching portfolioBuild a teaching portfolio
Online is easiest, but in a binder would work too.
No.40SmileSmile
Koreans love friendly teachers.
No.41Answer the personal questionsAnswer the personal questions
Yes, they’re considered rude in a Western country but in Korea, it’s totally normal.
No.42Bone Up on Teaching MethodologyBone Up on Teaching Methodology
Yes, some universities actually ask about this kind of thing in interviews. Consider a TEFL Training Course to help you with
this.
No.43Network Some More! Network Some More!
Network your way to a university job in South Korea.
No.44Get Experience with AdultsGet Experience with Adults
Teaching adults at a hagwon, or even high-school kids
is the best way to get experience
that universities will consider relevant.
No.45Go to the CountrysideGo to the Countryside
Everyone wants the jobs in Seoul or Busan. Consider other options.
No.46Pay Attention to What you Do OnlinePay Attention to What you Do Online
Yes, universities do “Google” you to see what you’re up to.
No.47Prepare Handouts for Demo Lessons and Prepare Handouts for Demo Lessons and
InterviewsInterviews
Koreans like to see some tangible results from your “hard work.” Don’t be shy about spreading about your goodness.
No.48Follow this board Follow this board
on Pinterest- on Pinterest- University Jobs Korea.University Jobs Korea.
[[http://www.pinterest.com/jackiebkorea/university-job-http://www.pinterest.com/jackiebkorea/university-job-korea/korea/]]
No.49Follow up on Applications
Give it two or three weeks and then send a quick email.
ConclusionConclusionNo matter how strictly you follow these 49 tips, you will never successfully get that
University job in Korea if you don’t have the SELF-CONFIDENCE!
Twitter: @bolen_jackieWebsite: www.universityjobkorea.comAmazon: “How to Get a University Job in South Korea.”