How is work environment in Korea?
Teachers in Korea In Confucius societies, teachers are greatly revered. Those who devote themselves to educating society are highly respected throughout Asia, no matter what their social status is, and this is no different
Income Taxes in Korea
In general, Korean tax rates are very low compared to most Western countries. Teachers will have to pay a general residential tax of between 3% and 7% depending on which city or district they live
How to teach English in a class
Preparation From the very first day, teachers should get in the habit of arriving an hour or more before the start of their first class so that they can adequately prepare for the day’s classes. Not
Cherry blossom festivals are in the season in Korea
From the beginning of March when the air is still cool, spring announces its arrival in Korea with a blanket of white and yellow blossoms spread like a quilt all over the nation. The warmer
How to file tax exemption for expats in Korea
How to file tax exemption for expats in Korea First-time teachers for the EPIK program (except Canadians) qualify for 2-years of tax exemption. Teachers who are already living in Korea qualify, if they have been
What is like teaching English in Korea?
A while back, I had an interview with KpopStarz. They were really respectful and especially the interviewer had good questions that would benefit teachers who wanting to teach English in Korea so I thought
LGBT & Queer Korea! Top 5 things to do
1. Homo Hiil in Itawon Anyone who wants to have a fun night with great music from electronic to pop music and vibe, you need to check out homo hill that is located next to
Three months in Korea, I love you // I hate you
By: Maggie Moo Today marks 3 months in Korea for me! I have had many ups and downs and developed a love for creating lists, so here goes nothing. Things I love: 1. My rugby team I
Body and mind well-traveled
The 19th century English cleric and writer, Charles Caleb Colton, said that “those who visit foreign nations but associate only with their own country-men, change their climate but not their customs. They see new meridians
East coast beach trip
My first trip in the spring of 2013 was a success! My partner and I hopped in my car and started driving east, with no real destination in mind. We had both been to the
