ESL teaching positions in South Korea for 2025 | Seoul, Gyeonggi 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 and neutral accent

*Teachers applying for ASAP - May/June positions 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. 
*Available positions are listed according to start date.
 

#063 (Half-day hours M-F)
Details
Location: Gunpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: End of April, 2025
Salary: 2,000,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 1:00p.m. ~ 06:00p.m. 
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-Free Housing / Housing allowance (300,000KRW)
11 days paid annual leave

#008
Details
Location: Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 2,300,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 6:00p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary

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

#073
Details
Location: Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 2,700,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 2:30p.m. ~ 9:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary/Middle/High

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: (Negotiable)
 

#041
Details
Location: Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ 2,900,000 KRW
Working Hours: 11:00a.m. ~ 7:00p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary(main)

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

#083
Details
Location: Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 11:30a.m. ~ 8:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary

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

#051
Details
Location: Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 2,300,000 KRW ~ 2,700,000 KRW
Working Hours: 2:00p.m. ~ 10:00p.m.
Age Group: Elementary school / Middle School

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

#074
Details
Location: Gwangcheon, Chungcheongnam-do
Start Date: 26 April 2025
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 8:10a.m. ~ 4:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary school

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing
26 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way
 

#063
Details
Location: Gunpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: End of April 2025
Salary: 2,000,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 1:00p.m. ~ 06:00p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing or housing allowance (300,000KRW)
11 days paid annual leave
 

#075
Details
Location: Dongjak-gu, Seoul
Start Date: April ~ May, 2025 (Negotiable)
Salary: 2,700,000 KRW ~ 2,800,000 KRW
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 5:00p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/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


#066
Details
Location: Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: May 2025
Salary: 2,600,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 6:00p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing or housing allowance (400,000KRW)
12 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way
 

#083
Details
Location: Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Start Date: 2 May 2025
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 10:30a.m. ~ 7:00p.m.(Tue~Fri) / 9:00a.m.~5:00p.m. (Sat) or 9:20a.m. ~ 6:20p.m. (Monday~Friday)
Age Group: Kinder/Elementary

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

#076
Details
Location: Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Start Date: 2 May 2025
Salary: 2,600,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 1:20p.m. ~ 9:00p.m.
Age Group: Elementary/Middle

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One way ticket (Negotiable)
 

#077
Details
Location: Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: 2 May 2025
Salary: 2,600,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 9:15a.m. ~ 6:15p.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 ticket (Negotiable)
 

#038
Details
Location: Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Start Date: 2 May 2025
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 5:30p.m.
Age Group: Kindy

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Key money: 5,000,000KRW / Monthly allowance: 600,000KRW
12 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: A round trip 
 

#078
Details
Location: Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: 26 May 2025
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ 2,700,000 KRW
Working Hours: 1:00p.m. ~ 9:00p.m. / 1:00p.m. ~ 7:00p.m. (Friday)
Age Group: Elementary/Middle

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

#079
Details
Location: Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: End of May, 2025
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 1:30a.m. ~ 9:30p.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: (Negotiable)
 

#022
Details
Location: Daejeon
Start Date: 2 June 2025
Salary: 2,300,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable based on experience)
Working Hours: 1:40p.m. ~ 9p.m. (MWF) / 3p.m. ~ 10p.m. (TT)
Age Group: Elementary / 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
 

#080
Details
Location: Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: 2 June 2025
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW~2,600,000 KRW
Working Hours: 2:30p.m. ~ 10:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary / Middle school

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

#081
Details
Location: Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do,
Start Date: 2 June 2025
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ 3,000,000 KRW
Working Hours: 2:00p.m. ~ 9:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary/Middle

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

#084
Details
Location: Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do,
Start Date: 2 June 2025
Salary: 3,300,000 KRW ~ 3,700,000 KRW
Working Hours: 1:00p.m. ~ 8:30p.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 ticket (Negotiable)
 

#085
Details
Location: Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: 2 June 2025
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ 2,800,000 KRW
Working Hours: 10:00a.m. ~ 6:00p.m.
Age Group: Kinder/Elementary

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

#086
Details
Location: Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Start Date: 21 June 2025
Salary: 2,600,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 6:00p.m.
Age Group: Kinder

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

#016
Details
Location: Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do
Start Date: End June 2025
Salary: 2,300,000 KRW ~ Negotiable
Working Hours: MWF 9:00a.m.~ 6:30p.m. / TT 9:00a.m.~5:00p.m.
Age Group: Kinder/Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing or housing allowance (400,000KRW)
15 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

#025
Details
Location: Seocho-gu, Seoul
Start Date: End July 2025
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 1:40p.m. ~ 9:40p.m. / 1:00p.m. ~ 7:00p.m. (Fri)
Age Group: Elementary

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing or housing allowance (500,000 KRW)
15 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way
 

#057
Details
Location: Nam-gu, Busan
Start Date: End July/August 2025
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 9:50a.m. ~ 6:10p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary

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

#020
Details
Location: Seongdong-gu, Seoul
Start Date: August 2025
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 6:00p.m.
Age Group: Kindy / Elementary school

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing or housing allowance
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: A round trip ticket

#082
Details
Location: Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do,
Start Date: August 2025
Salary: 2,400,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
Working Hours: 9:00a.m. ~ 6:00p.m.
Age Group: Kindy/Elementary

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

#062
Details
Location: Seocho-gu, Seoul
Start Date: August 2025
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ Negotiatble
Working Hours: 8:30a.m. ~ 5:30p.m.
Age Group: Elementary/Middle/High school

Benefits
Severance package after contract completion
All 4 major employment insurances
Rent-free housing or housing allowance
12 days paid annual leave

#004
Details
Location: Gangseo-gu, Seoul
Start Date: August 2025
Salary: 2,500,000 KRW ~ (Negotiable)
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
11 days paid annual leave
Flight reimbursement: One-way

To apply, email [email protected]