Introduction of EPIK Program;

S. Korean Government sponsored - The 'EPIK (English Program in Korea)' program is inviting 50 adventurous young, responsible, enthusiastic native English speakers who are motivated to share knowledge with students and teachers through Korean Consulate General in Chicago.

EPIK seeks to enhance English communicative skills of Korean students and teachers, and increase national competitiveness and cultural exchange in the era of globalization. It is also expected that in doing so, EPIK will foster strong ties between Korea and other countries. EPIK hope that you will invest your time in Korea for a wonderful and valuable opportunity to experience life in another culture.

Benefits:

1.     Monthly Salary: 1.8~2.7million KRW (approximately, 1,200~2,300 USD)

2. Accommodation (free single furnished housing)

3. Entrance and Exit allowance (each 1.3 million KRW)

4. Medical insurance (50% of your premiums paid by your employer)

5. One-off settlement allowance (300,000 KRW)

6. Severance pay (about one month’s salary)

7. Other benefits

i. Free Orientation for about 10 days in late August, 2009.

    ii. Paid vacation for 21 calendar day etc.

Eligibility(Applicants must)

  - Be a citizen of a country where the national language is English.

   * Ethnic Koreans with legal residencies are also eligible.

- Hold a minimum of Bachelor’s degree from a accredited university.

- Be fluent and proficient in the English language.

Duty

-         Assisting with or jointly conducting English classes with a Korean co-teacher.

-         Working for the activities related to English and school education.

Contract Period : one year

-  September 2009 placement: August 20, 2009 ~ August 19, 2010

Application Deadline: June 15th, 2009

- Early applicants will get the priority for selection.

- Application procedures

* Download the EPIK application form at www.epik.go.kr and submit application documents by mail or in person

For more info, visit http://epik.go.kr   www.chicagokec.org