ESL Teaching Positions in South Korea! ASAP Starting Dates | Seoul, Gyeonggi-do and other locations available.

Hello and welcome to Motive Recruiting! We have the experience, knowledge and passion to help you find the best ESL teaching positions in South Korea. The Motive Recruiting team members have all been working in the industry for many years and have first-hand experience working as English teachers in Korea. Therefore, we understand what it means to be a teacher in Korea and the challenges teachers face in the current job market.
The well-being of our teachers is a top priority and full support is given to all throughout the recruitment. We also provide comprehensive support with visa applications, making sure the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible. Finally, our support doesn't stop once you are placed. We continue to be available for questions, concerns, and guidance throughout your teaching journey.
Visit www.motiverecruitingkorea.com for more information.

Requirements to teach English in Korea
1) Native English speaker from USA, CAN, UK, IRE, AUS, NZ or SA
2) Bachelor's degree from one of the countries listed above
3) Clear Criminal Record
4) Clear speaking voice with a neutral accent

*Teachers should currently be in Korea or have their Apostilled documents ready to apply for an E2 visa ASAP

To apply, please send your resume and a recent professional photo or introduction video to: [email protected]

Please have a look at our available positions below:

*All positions are full-time (Mon - Fri), 1 year contracts unless stated otherwise.

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#044
Details
Location: Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: October 1st, 2026
Salary: 3,100,000 KRW ~ Negotiable 
Working Hours: MWF: 1:00p.m. ~ 9:00p.m. / TT: 1:30p.m. ~ 9:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary/Middle

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance (500,000KRW)
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#041
Details
Location: Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Start Date: September, 2026 / 1 March 2027
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ 2,900,000 KRW
Working Hours: 9:25a.m. ~ 5:25p.m. (Kindy/Elementary) or
11:00 a.m. ~ 7:00 p.m. (Elementary)

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance: 600,000 KRW
12 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: a round trip > Up to 1,200,000 KRW

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#021
Details
Location: Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 6:00p.m.
Age Group: Kinder/Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#094
Details
Location: Daejeon
Start Date: ASAP (in September, 2026)
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 2:30p.m. ~ 10:00p.m.
Age Group: Elementary /Middle

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#150
Details
Location: Ulsan
Start Date: October 1st, 2026
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ 2,600,000 KRW
Working Hours: 2p.m.~8:50p.m.(MWF) / 2p.m.~7p.m. (TT)
Age Group: Elementary/Middle

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#152
Details
Location: Yangcheon-gu, Seoul
Start Date: October 1st, 2026
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ 2,800,000 KRW
Working Hours: 2:00p.m. ~ 9:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary (Main) / Middle school

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#143
Details
Location: Sejong 
Start Date: November 1st, 2026
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 2:30p.m. ~ 10:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary /Middle

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#048
Details
Location: Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: End of November, 2026
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ 2,700,000 KRW
Working Hours: 1:30p.m. ~ 9:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / housing allowance: 500,000KRW
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#107
Details
Location: Pohang
Start Date: December 1st, 2026
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 9:30a.m. ~ 6:45p.m.
Age Group: Kinder/Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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#151
Details
Location: Nowon-gu, Seoul
Start Date: December 28th, 2026
Salary: 2,600,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 12:30p.m.~8:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing
11 days paid annual leave

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#019
Details
Location: Daejeon
Start Date: March 1st, 2027 (Spring term)
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 05:30p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary school

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing
15 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

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To apply, email [email protected]