Are you in Korea and looking for exciting activities to do with your friends? Want to explore different areas of Seoul?
Here is a comprehensive list of 50 THINGS TO DO IN KOREA:
http://www.pegasusteachers.com/50things.html
If you have other ideas to add, let us know what's on YOUR list of things to do in South Korea!
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
WHY TEACH WITH PEGASUS?
If you've been thinking about teaching in Korea, but don't know where to start - you've come to the right place!
The staff at Pegasus have all taught in Korea, so they can answer any questions or concerns you may have.
All our schools offer the following:
-Great working conditions
-Other foreign teachers
-Training and orientation for all new teachers
-Reputable company well known for it's high standards
-Professional environment where you are respected as an educator
-Opportunity for career diversification
-Student ages: Kindergarten to high school
-Class size: private schools: maximum 12 students
-Curriculum provided
Call today to learn more about teaching in Korea with Pegasus! 1-778-737-0095!
OR
Apply online: http://www.pegasusteachers.com/applynow.html
The staff at Pegasus have all taught in Korea, so they can answer any questions or concerns you may have.
All our schools offer the following:
-Great working conditions
-Other foreign teachers
-Training and orientation for all new teachers
-Reputable company well known for it's high standards
-Professional environment where you are respected as an educator
-Opportunity for career diversification
-Student ages: Kindergarten to high school
-Class size: private schools: maximum 12 students
-Curriculum provided
Call today to learn more about teaching in Korea with Pegasus! 1-778-737-0095!
OR
Apply online: http://www.pegasusteachers.com/applynow.html
AM I ELIGIBLE TO TEACH IN SOUTH KOREA?
If you meet the following requirements then YES!
-You must be a Native English Speaker with a valid passport from Canada, US, Australia, New Zealand, UK, Ireland or South Africa.
-You must have a Bachelors degree ~ all degree programs are accepted. We are looking for energetic English teachers that are passionate about teaching!
-No ESL teaching experience is required; however working with children in the past is very helpful.
-Clean criminal record check
Apply with us today! http://www.pegasusteachers.com/applynow.html
-You must be a Native English Speaker with a valid passport from Canada, US, Australia, New Zealand, UK, Ireland or South Africa.
-You must have a Bachelors degree ~ all degree programs are accepted. We are looking for energetic English teachers that are passionate about teaching!
-No ESL teaching experience is required; however working with children in the past is very helpful.
-Clean criminal record check
Apply with us today! http://www.pegasusteachers.com/applynow.html
HOW DO I GET AN E2 VISA?
Step1.
Please obtain:
Step2.
Interview with Pegasus
Step3.
Canadians ONLY: You must obtain a criminal check + vulnerable sector search. Your documents must then be sent to the Korean Consulate in your jurisdiction to be verified, then sent back to you.
Americans, British, Australians, South Africans, New Zealanders, NOT Canadians: must get your STATE-WIDE criminal checks appostilled.
Step4.
Interview with school in Korea.
Once you have a contract from your school, you must send your documents to the school in Korea by FedEX, DHL or UPS.
Once the school has received your documents they will submit them to Immigration to sponsor your visa. This takes about a week to 10 days. Immigration will issue the school with a Visa Insurance Number which will be e-mailed to you.
Step5.
Once you have you Visa Issuance Number, you will apply for your E2 Visa at the Korean Consulate in your jurisdiction. At this time, you will need to arrange an interview with the consulate before they can issue you your E2 Visa.
It takes about 5-10 days for the Consulate to processes your E-2 Visa. The cost varies depending on what country you are applying from, usually $65 CANADIAN.
Once you have been issued your E2 Visa, your school will arrange your flights and send you an e-ticket. Pack your bags, you're on your way!
When you get to Korea, your director will take you, along with your passport, degree and transcripts to the Korean Immigration Office to apply for an Alien Registration Card.
This will be your I.D. Card while you are there.
Please obtain:
| 1. | your original Bachelor's Degree |
| 2. | 3 sets of sealed, official, university transcripts |
| 3. | criminal background check |
Step2.
Interview with Pegasus
Step3.
Canadians ONLY: You must obtain a criminal check + vulnerable sector search. Your documents must then be sent to the Korean Consulate in your jurisdiction to be verified, then sent back to you.
Americans, British, Australians, South Africans, New Zealanders, NOT Canadians: must get your STATE-WIDE criminal checks appostilled.
Step4.
Interview with school in Korea.
Once you have a contract from your school, you must send your documents to the school in Korea by FedEX, DHL or UPS.
Once the school has received your documents they will submit them to Immigration to sponsor your visa. This takes about a week to 10 days. Immigration will issue the school with a Visa Insurance Number which will be e-mailed to you.
Step5.
Once you have you Visa Issuance Number, you will apply for your E2 Visa at the Korean Consulate in your jurisdiction. At this time, you will need to arrange an interview with the consulate before they can issue you your E2 Visa.
It takes about 5-10 days for the Consulate to processes your E-2 Visa. The cost varies depending on what country you are applying from, usually $65 CANADIAN.
Once you have been issued your E2 Visa, your school will arrange your flights and send you an e-ticket. Pack your bags, you're on your way!
When you get to Korea, your director will take you, along with your passport, degree and transcripts to the Korean Immigration Office to apply for an Alien Registration Card.
This will be your I.D. Card while you are there.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
SIMPLY THE BEST TEACHING EXPERIENCE IN SOUTH KOREA...AND ONE-OF-A-KIND!!
Our teachers are raving about how great our Pegasus Program is!
What is all the hype about?
Well, what makes this new program so unique is that placement is just the beginning of what we do for program participants! These teachers are a community who support each other throughout the year. All of our Pegasus Program teachers live and work in the same city and start their contracts at the same time. So, they are able to stay close throughout the year, giving each other support and having a great time together. Pegasus also organizes dinners, activities and trips for the teachers throughout the year.
And you can still get in on the next installment of the program. Although, the deadline is fast approaching. So, you will need to hurry!
DEADLINES
Application Deadline: Jan 30, 2009 (tell your friends about it too!)
This is when we need your original application.
EPIK form deadline: ASAP after applying
Documents in Korea Deadline: asap
Placement/arrival in Korea: end of February
PROCEDURES
To ensure your spot in the program, you need to get a completed EPIK application form to us ASAP.
Once you've sent the EPIK form in, you will receive details of how to compile all of your required documents (degree, transcripts, criminal check, etc.)
Your position, if offered to you, is not secure until your documents are in Korea.
Don't worry, we'll walk you through the whole process in detail when you apply with us.
ALSO:
Did you know that the September Pegasus Program teachers "met" each other on our Facebook group even before getting on the plane?
When the met at Narita Airport, their joint stopover, to all board the same flight to Korea, the Pegasus Program teachers were already "old friends"...
Here's what current Pegasus Program August 2008 Teachers are saying:
"I feel lucky to have been with Pegasus because other English teachers who came through another program were isolated, alone, and lost...They envied us and wanted to be a part of our crew."
"Based on what I've heard from other English teachers here and on my own experience, Pegasus is the only way to go."
"Pegasus just offers more support for its teachers than any other program I've personally heard of. Many of my other friends who didn't go through Pegasus wish they would have because Pegasus made our adjustment to life in Korea that much smoother."
"I would not hesitate to recommend Pegasus...the program is excellent."
I encourage you to join the Facebook group. You will also find some photos there. http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=7582&l=5c64d&id=1165749826 and http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=7472&l=523bb&id=1165749826.
We hope to hear from you soon!
Email me at communications@pegasusteachers.com
What is all the hype about?
Well, what makes this new program so unique is that placement is just the beginning of what we do for program participants! These teachers are a community who support each other throughout the year. All of our Pegasus Program teachers live and work in the same city and start their contracts at the same time. So, they are able to stay close throughout the year, giving each other support and having a great time together. Pegasus also organizes dinners, activities and trips for the teachers throughout the year.
And you can still get in on the next installment of the program. Although, the deadline is fast approaching. So, you will need to hurry!
DEADLINES
Application Deadline: Jan 30, 2009 (tell your friends about it too!)
This is when we need your original application.
EPIK form deadline: ASAP after applying
Documents in Korea Deadline: asap
Placement/arrival in Korea: end of February
PROCEDURES
To ensure your spot in the program, you need to get a completed EPIK application form to us ASAP.
Once you've sent the EPIK form in, you will receive details of how to compile all of your required documents (degree, transcripts, criminal check, etc.)
Your position, if offered to you, is not secure until your documents are in Korea.
Don't worry, we'll walk you through the whole process in detail when you apply with us.
ALSO:
Did you know that the September Pegasus Program teachers "met" each other on our Facebook group even before getting on the plane?
When the met at Narita Airport, their joint stopover, to all board the same flight to Korea, the Pegasus Program teachers were already "old friends"...
Here's what current Pegasus Program August 2008 Teachers are saying:
"I feel lucky to have been with Pegasus because other English teachers who came through another program were isolated, alone, and lost...They envied us and wanted to be a part of our crew."
"Based on what I've heard from other English teachers here and on my own experience, Pegasus is the only way to go."
"Pegasus just offers more support for its teachers than any other program I've personally heard of. Many of my other friends who didn't go through Pegasus wish they would have because Pegasus made our adjustment to life in Korea that much smoother."
"I would not hesitate to recommend Pegasus...the program is excellent."
I encourage you to join the Facebook group. You will also find some photos there. http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=7582&l=5c64d&id=1165749826 and http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=7472&l=523bb&id=1165749826.
We hope to hear from you soon!
Email me at communications@pegasusteachers.com
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Interview with Pegasus Teachers Director, Vanessa Lurie
For all those who have thought about taking the leap and working abroad, there are always a million questions. People want to know what to expect. Starting a new life abroad, even if only for a short time, can be daunting. Vanessa Lurie, Director of Pegasus Recruiting knows first hand the type of questions people have. She heads up a recruitment company that places recent university graduates in South Korea to teach English. Teaching is an incredible opportunity, she says, but one too few take the leap to do because they are overwhelmed by questions.
So yesterday, at her Vancouver office, Lurie sat down and answered a few common teacher questions.
These are the questions she says she knows are on everyone's mind about teaching in Korea, as she has heard them so many times. What is one of her most asked questions? She says it is about the pay. Recent university graduates are concerned about cash flow. They want disposable cash to do fun things such as travel, but they also often have loans to pay at home.
Here are her responses to what she has identified as the most common questions about teaching ESL in Korea.
What is the salary for teaching English in Korea?
"The salaries in Korea generally average 2 million Korean won per month and vary based on experience. Due to currency fluctuations, it is hard to exactly translate the salary to another currency. However, in the past that has roughly equalled $2000USD per month. Another great advantage about teaching in Korea is that free, furnished apartments are provided for all teachers as part of the contract. While small by North American standards, these furnished apartments are modern and equipped with most of the essentials that the teachers will need during the year. That means that most of what the teachers earn goes directly into their pockets, rather than being lost to local expenses. Airfare to Korea is also part of the package. Employers either pay the airfare up front or reimburse the airfare upon arrival. When the teacher completes the one year contract, they also get the airfare home covered. As if all of that is not enough, teachers also get an end of contract bonus for finishing the contract. The bonuses are usually the equivalent of one month’s salary. Overall, working in Korea is very lucrative and is especially attractive to recent graduates without a lot of funds to start off their travels, as they can get to Korea for free basically! For this reason, Korea is a hot destination for recent graduates, much more so than Japan and Southeast Asia these days.
Another point to consider is that usually private after school academies (hogwans) pay a little more than public schools. However, hogwan hours are in the afternoon and evenings six days a week (Monday-Saturday) while public school hours are during the day only, Monday through Friday"
What about the experience needed to teach in Korea?
"Teachers in Korea do not need a TEFL qualification or any experience. Most teachers in Korea have no teaching experience but simply have the desire to learn how to teach and adapt to Korean culture. The best qualification for teaching in Korea is enthusiasm, an open mind and a desire to learn about a new culture. TEFL qualifications will certainly help the teacher though, and may allow them a slight increase in their monthly salary. Teachers in Korea are required to have a university degree, however. It does not matter what degree teachers have, as long as it is issued from an accredited major university or college. Another requirement of the job is a criminal check."
How can teachers apply?
"The best way to apply to Pegasus is through the website at www.pegasusteachers.com or by sending a resume to info@pegasusteachers.com. Pegasus services are free for the teacher and we only place teachers at pre-screen, reputable schools.
We also have an exciting program, the Pegasus Program where we place a large group of teachers in the same city, starting the same day. They teach for the government's public schools, and we provide them with a social network and activities while they are there. We started the program in August and it has been a huge hit with the teachers. The next program is in February 2009 and will take place in the beautiful coastal city of Busan, South Korea. We are currently taking applications for this program and the deadline in mid January to apply for it.
Other than that, we take applications all year for the private academies in Seoul and other cities.
We also have a Facebook group where teachers can ask questions and connect with other Pegasus teachers.”
Is there much opportunity to travel?
"Yes. China and Japan are especially close and often teachers visit these countries during a long weekend. There are also many opportunities to travel during school vacations and most teachers go to Southeast Asia or even Australia as these places are very accessible and economical from Korea. Also, because teachers have few expenses while in Korea, it is often quite easy to save for travel and most teachers frequently travel around Korea and Asia during their year in Korea. Teachers can live a very rich life on their Korean salary package. "
So yesterday, at her Vancouver office, Lurie sat down and answered a few common teacher questions.
These are the questions she says she knows are on everyone's mind about teaching in Korea, as she has heard them so many times. What is one of her most asked questions? She says it is about the pay. Recent university graduates are concerned about cash flow. They want disposable cash to do fun things such as travel, but they also often have loans to pay at home.
Here are her responses to what she has identified as the most common questions about teaching ESL in Korea.
What is the salary for teaching English in Korea?
"The salaries in Korea generally average 2 million Korean won per month and vary based on experience. Due to currency fluctuations, it is hard to exactly translate the salary to another currency. However, in the past that has roughly equalled $2000USD per month. Another great advantage about teaching in Korea is that free, furnished apartments are provided for all teachers as part of the contract. While small by North American standards, these furnished apartments are modern and equipped with most of the essentials that the teachers will need during the year. That means that most of what the teachers earn goes directly into their pockets, rather than being lost to local expenses. Airfare to Korea is also part of the package. Employers either pay the airfare up front or reimburse the airfare upon arrival. When the teacher completes the one year contract, they also get the airfare home covered. As if all of that is not enough, teachers also get an end of contract bonus for finishing the contract. The bonuses are usually the equivalent of one month’s salary. Overall, working in Korea is very lucrative and is especially attractive to recent graduates without a lot of funds to start off their travels, as they can get to Korea for free basically! For this reason, Korea is a hot destination for recent graduates, much more so than Japan and Southeast Asia these days.
Another point to consider is that usually private after school academies (hogwans) pay a little more than public schools. However, hogwan hours are in the afternoon and evenings six days a week (Monday-Saturday) while public school hours are during the day only, Monday through Friday"
What about the experience needed to teach in Korea?
"Teachers in Korea do not need a TEFL qualification or any experience. Most teachers in Korea have no teaching experience but simply have the desire to learn how to teach and adapt to Korean culture. The best qualification for teaching in Korea is enthusiasm, an open mind and a desire to learn about a new culture. TEFL qualifications will certainly help the teacher though, and may allow them a slight increase in their monthly salary. Teachers in Korea are required to have a university degree, however. It does not matter what degree teachers have, as long as it is issued from an accredited major university or college. Another requirement of the job is a criminal check."
How can teachers apply?
"The best way to apply to Pegasus is through the website at www.pegasusteachers.com or by sending a resume to info@pegasusteachers.com. Pegasus services are free for the teacher and we only place teachers at pre-screen, reputable schools.
We also have an exciting program, the Pegasus Program where we place a large group of teachers in the same city, starting the same day. They teach for the government's public schools, and we provide them with a social network and activities while they are there. We started the program in August and it has been a huge hit with the teachers. The next program is in February 2009 and will take place in the beautiful coastal city of Busan, South Korea. We are currently taking applications for this program and the deadline in mid January to apply for it.
Other than that, we take applications all year for the private academies in Seoul and other cities.
We also have a Facebook group where teachers can ask questions and connect with other Pegasus teachers.”
Is there much opportunity to travel?
"Yes. China and Japan are especially close and often teachers visit these countries during a long weekend. There are also many opportunities to travel during school vacations and most teachers go to Southeast Asia or even Australia as these places are very accessible and economical from Korea. Also, because teachers have few expenses while in Korea, it is often quite easy to save for travel and most teachers frequently travel around Korea and Asia during their year in Korea. Teachers can live a very rich life on their Korean salary package. "
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Countdown to the Pegasus Program Feb 2009!
Why go with the Pegasus Program?
Because you won't have nearly as much fun with any other placement!
-- teach in Korea's public schools
-- the best support network for the whole process (from application through to the end of the year)
-- a placement organization that really, truly cares about you, the teachers!
(JUST ASK any current Pegasus Program teacher how hard we work to make sure they are alway having a great time, with great people!)
-- the opportunity to immediately meet other teachers in your city
-- the best teaching hours anywhere; finish by 5pm every day!
-- blog and Facebook group to keep teachers connected
AND SO MUCH MORE
contract details:
300,000 KRW signing bonus ($300 USD approz)
Approx $2000/mth
apartment provided
airfare paid by Korean government (reimbursed upon arrival)
way less hours than working at a private academy!
and so much more!!
Pegasus Program Ulsan Sept 2008 photos:
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Here's what current Pegasus Program August 2008 Teachers are saying:~~~~
"I feel lucky to have been with Pegasus because other English teachers who came through another program were isolated, alone, and lost...They envied us and wanted to be a part of our crew."
"Based on what I've heard from other English teachers here and on my own experience, Pegasus is the only way to go."
"Pegasus just offers more support for its teachers than any other program I've personally heard of. Many of my other friends who didn't go through Pegasus wish they would have because Pegasus made our adjustment to life in Korea that much smoother."
"I would not hesitate to recommend Pegasus...the program is
excellent."
DEADLINES
Application Deadline: Dec 24, 2008 (tell your friends about it)
This is when we need your original application.
We WILL be interviewing over the holidays.
EPIK form deadline: ASAP after applying
Documents in Korea Deadline: January 15, 2009
This is when we need to have all of your compiled docs sent to Korea.
PROCEDURES
To ensure your spot in the program, you need to get a completed EPIK application form to us ASAP.
Once you've sent the EPIK form in, you will receive details of how to compile all of your required documents (degree, transcripts, criminal check, etc.)
Your position, if offered to you, is not secure until your documents are in Korea.
Don't worry, we'll walk you through the whole process in detail when you apply with us.
email epikpegasusprogram@gmail.com to apply!
