Helping TEFL Teachers Get Legal Support: Now We Need Bilingual Language Assistants!
Note: This article has been updated to reflect feedback regarding the use of the term “volunteer,” given that participants will receive compensation for their time...
Understanding Severance Pay and Mid-Term Settlement
As a TEFL teacher in Korea, you are likely familiar with the concept of severance pay (퇴직금), which is a legal right for workers...
What to Do if You Get Injured at Work in Korea as a TEFL Teacher?
What to Do if You Get Injured at Work in Korea as a TEFL Teacher? As a TEFL teacher in Korea, your work environment may...
Understanding Unauthorized Resignation in Korea
As a TEFL teacher working in Korea, it’s important to understand your rights and responsibilities under Korean labor law. One common issue many teachers...
What If Your Labor Inspector Tries to Rush Your Wage Dispute Resolution?
Understanding Your Rights When Facing Wage Arrears For many TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) teachers working in Korea, navigating the complexities of labor...
TEFL Teachers’ Leave Rights in Korea: A Comprehensive Guide
Quick Summary Hagwon vacations (학원 방학) are separate from your legal paid annual leave (유급 연차휴가) Leave substitution requires a written agreement with an elected representative...
As an English teacher in Korea, you may have heard that you can be fired without notice or reason within your first 3 months...
“Change the World, Not the Climate: Climate Justice March Set for September 7 in Gangnam”
Seoul, South Korea – On September 7th, the streets of Gangnam Boulevard in Seoul will be the site of the 2024 Climate Justice March,...
Understanding Parental Leave for TEFL Teachers in Korea
Parental leave is a crucial benefit for TEFL teachers with children working in South Korea. It is important to distinguish between two types of...
Overview of E-2 Visa Holder Statistics in South Korea’s Private Education Market
Including E-2 visa holder statistics will provide a comprehensive view of the private education market, particularly for TEFL native speakers who typically hold this...
