Students - South Korea

It is commonly accepted that a typical student views their English class as a ‘fun half hour’ with a foreigner. Everything you do and say will be a new way of expression, and being children they love to imitate what you do and say. This of course is an excellent way of learning. Not just learning of English, but also social interaction with a foreigner.

Typically, the level of your students English will be quite low; although you will find classes are arranged according to different levels of ability. The emphasis of your classes will be on conversational English. And you will do just that, converse with your students. A good teacher is able to think of fun games and activities, making books a topic of conversation and interaction. An active, fun class will bring the best results from Korean children, and of course make your teaching time more fun as well!

Many schools also cater for Kindergarten classes. These students will be 4 to 6 years old. Classes involve a lot of games, art type projects and story telling. A love for children is essential as they will cuddle you, climb on you and generally act their age.