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
₩2.1–2.5MGyeonggi
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 ›Hwacheon Community Center - Hwacheon EduCare (HEC) Program in Gangwon — March 2027
Gangwon, HwacheonHwacheon Community Center - Hwacheon EduCare (HEC) Program
- Salary
- 3M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Housing
- Furnished single housing or 600,000 KRW monthly allowance
- Airfare
- Flight Allowance
Private School | Gyeonggi | Primary | JR26920
Gyeonggi
- Salary
- 2.2M KRW ~ 2.4M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Housing
- Housing Allowance
- Airfare
- Exit Only
LOTIS Academy in Seoul — March 2027
SeoulLOTIS Academy
- Salary
- 2.6M KRW ~ 3M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Airfare
- One Way
Dux Academy Daechi Campus in Seoul — November 2026
SeoulDux Academy Daechi Campus
- Salary
- 2.3M KRW~2.8M KRW
- Start
- Nov 2026
- Airfare
- Entry Only
Private School | Seoul | Primary, Secondary | JR26923
Seoul
- Salary
- 3M KRW ~ 3.5M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Housing
- Single Studio
- Airfare
- One Way
Private School | Gyeonggi | Primary | JR26952
Gyeonggi
- Salary
- 2.3M KRW ~ 2.4M KRW
- Start
- Mar 2027
- Housing
- Single Studio
- Airfare
- No Support
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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