Kwandong University (IREC, International Relations and Education Institute) seeks qualified candidates for Full-time Professors beginning in March 2009.
The successful applicant will teach credit university English classes, as well as non-credit university classes and/or children's English program. (all together, approximately 18-24 class hours)
To learn more about Kwandong University and Gangneung city, visit :
http://www.kwandong.ac.kr/, http://eng.gangneung.go.kr/
**Position : Full-time Professor with M.A degree **
[1] Qualifications
- Native speaker of English (Currently residing in Korea preferred)
- MA degree(Linguistics, Education or English major preferred)
- Minimum one year of teaching experience at university level
- CELTA & TESOL certificate holders preferred
- Be culturally sensitive and flexible
[2] Salary
- 2,400,000 Won per month (16 hours/week) + overtime payment (30,000 won /hour)
[3] The position involves teaching: (all together, approximately 18-24 class hours)
- Credited English courses
- IEC Non-credit English courses
- Children's English program
- Summer/Winter Camp
[4] Contract Period : 1 year (March 2009 - February 2010), renewed upon consent of both parties.
[5] Working hours : 18-24 hours per week. (minimum teaching hours required are 16 per week. Overtime payment for more than 16hrs.)
[6] Vacation : Approx. 3 months paid vacations depending upon the length of vacation programs. Further details will be available during interviews.
[7] Severance payment : One month's severance bonus at the end of successful contract is offered.
[8] Airfare Reimbursement : When you are hired overseas, we will reimburse half the amount of the airfare to you within the 1st month of the contract.
[9] Pension
[10] Medical Insurance.
[11] Housing : Teachers are responsible for finding their own housing. A monthly housing allowance of 300,000 won is offered to those who reside in Gangneung.
[12] Required documents for the application process
0) Cover letter
1) Curriculum vitae (Please specify the expiration date of your current contract. If you are working in Korea, include your visa status.)
2) Copy of Passport (Photo/information page)
3) Copy of the Korean Alien registration card.(Front and Back)
4) Copy of degrees, Certificates
5) Copy of transcripts.(Please be prepared to have 1 sealed set of all transcripts sent directly to us from each institution you attended if you are offered a position. These are needed for processing visa applications.)
6) Recent photo via email.
7) References (telephone number and e-mail address of your supervisor included).
All applicants must be able to satisfy all current Korean immigration regulations including Criminal record check and Health check.
It is recommended that applicants obtain these documents as soon as possible. Applicants should contact their Embassy or Consulate for the specific requirements for their country of origin.
[13] Interview
Candidates who make it past the initial screening process must be available for face-to-face interviews and presentation sessions.
International Relations and Education Institute
Kwandong University
522, Naegok-dong, Gangneung-city, Gangwon-do, South Korea, 210-701
Phone : 033-649-7915, 7916
Fax : 033-649-7972
e-mail : havenofrest@empal.com
Start Date
2009-03-02
Type of Position
Full-time
English Proficiency
Native
Other Languages
Education Level
Masters
Employer Profile
Employer Title
Employer Type
University (College)
Address
522, Naegok-dong, Gangneung-city, Gangwon-do, South Korea International Relations and Education Institute Kwandong University (210-701)
Owner name
Nearest Subway Stn
Land phone
033-649-7915, 7916
Fax
033-649-7972
Contact person
International Relations and Education Institu
E-mail
havenofrest@empal.com
Website
http://www.kwandong.ac.kr/
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Company Description
Kwandong University is located in Gangneung City, which is on the Northeast coast of South Korea. Founded in 1954 based on the Christian Faith, it is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of 10,000 students. The campus is set in a beautiful rural area, surrounded by forest of pine trees.
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