Public School Teaching Jobs in Korea
EPIK, SMOE, GEPIK, GOE — Ministry-backed programs with stable pay bands, housing, 26 paid vacation days, and E-2 visa sponsorship.
Four programs, one pay scale
Each program is administered by a different education office but follows the same national MOE pay framework.
EPIK
₩2.0–3.0MNationwide
Korea's flagship public program — all 9 provinces and 6 metropolitan cities.
Explore EPIK›SMOE
₩2.3–3.0MSeoul
Seoul public schools — all 25 districts. Central placements.
Explore SMOE›GEPIK
₩2.2–2.6MGyeonggi
Gyeonggi province wrapping around Seoul. Suwon, Seongnam, Goyang.
Explore GEPIK›GOE
₩2.0–2.7MGyeongnam
Southern public schools. Lower cost of living, strong savings.
Explore GOE›Live public school openings
View all jobs ›SLP Incheon Geomdan Campus in Incheon — March 2027
IncheonSLP Incheon Geomdan Campus
- Salary
- 2.4M KRW ~ 3M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Housing
- Single Studio
- Airfare
- Entry Only
HIllside Collegiate Dongnae in Busan — March 2027
BusanHIllside Collegiate Dongnae
- Salary
- 2.3M KRW ~ 2.7M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Airfare
- Flight Allowance
Elan School Mokdong Campus in Seoul — March 2027
SeoulElan School Mokdong Campus
- Salary
- 2.4M KRW ~ 3M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Housing
- Single Studio
- Airfare
- One Way
Dux Academy Suwon Campus in Gyeonggi — February 2027
GyeonggiDux Academy Suwon Campus
- Salary
- 2.4M KRW ~ 2.8M KRW
- Start
- Feb 2027
- Housing
- Single Studio
- Airfare
- Entry Only
Dux Academy Bangi campus in Seoul — November 2026
SeoulDux Academy Bangi campus
- Salary
- 2.5M KRW ~ 2.8M KRW
- Start
- Nov 2026
- Housing
- Single Studio
- Airfare
- Entry Only
Poly Mapo Campus in Seoul — March 2027
SeoulPoly Mapo Campus
- Salary
- 2.71M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Housing
- Single Studio
- Airfare
- Entry Only
Frequently asked
What is a 'public school' teaching job in Korea?
A Ministry of Education (or metropolitan/provincial education office) placement at an elementary, middle, or high school. Salary, vacation, and benefits follow the national MOE pay scale.
What are the main public school programs?
EPIK (nationwide), SMOE (Seoul), GEPIK (Gyeonggi), and GOE (Gyeongnam). Each has its own intake calendar and regional pay variant but the core benefits are similar.
When do public school programs hire?
Twice per year — Spring (March start) and Fall (September start). Recruitment windows open roughly six months before each intake.
Do public schools pay more than hagwons?
Base pay is similar. Public schools typically give more vacation (26 paid days vs. 11) but slightly shorter teaching hours. Total compensation is competitive.
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