Greetings

Welcome to the English Program in Korea (EPIK)
EPIK was established in 1995 and is affiliated with the Korean Ministry of Education. Since its inception, EPIK has had the goals of improving the English-speaking abilities of Korean students and teachers, developing cultural exchange between Korea and abroad, and of introducing new teaching methods into the Korean education system.

To help accomplish these goals, EPIK invites responsible, enthusiastic native English speakers with a motivation to share their knowledge and language with Korean students and teachers within the Korean public school system throughout the country.

We hope that EPIK will help foster and encourage open-minded Korean individuals who will be able to take advantage of all the things this new age of i nformation and globalization has to offer while promoting cultural exchange and building strong ties between Korea and other countries.

Take the opportunity and join us by applying to the EPIK Program. You’ll get a great start in a teaching career all while making a difference and experiencing Korean culture.

Timeline

  • Time
    History
  • 1981-1996
    200 American Peace Corps teachers placed in secondary schools and universities throughout Korea
  • 1992
    8 Fulbright ETA teachers (under the age of 30 and holding Bachelor's degree) placed in middle and high schools throughout the provincial areas in Korea by the Korean-American Educational Commission's Fulbright program
  • 1994.07
    Selected as one of the Ministry of Education's primary projects for fostering international education
  • 1995.05
    "Reinforcing Foreign Language Education" and "Reinforcing Globalization Education" promoted as education reformation tasks
  • 1995.07
    54 EPIK teachers recruited by the Korea National University of Education (Training Center: National Institute for International Education Development)
  • 2007.01-06
    EPIK jointly operated by the Korea National University of Education(KNUE) and the National Institute for International Education Development(NIIED)
  • 2007.07
    EPIK transferred to NIIED, an institute under the Ministry of Education
  • 2008.12
    Established personnel management system for EPIK teachers
  • 2009.10
    1,263 EPIK teachers placed in the 2009 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2010.10
    1,821 EPIK teachers placed in the 2010 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2011.10
    2,138 EPIK teachers placed in the 2011 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2012.10
    1,483 EPIK teachers placed in the 2012 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2013.10
    1,590 EPIK teachers placed in the 2013 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2014.10
    1,165 EPIK teachers placed in the 2014 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2015.10
    937 EPIK teachers placed in the 2015 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2016.10
    1,231 EPIK teachers placed in the 2016 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2017.10
    1,141 EPIK teachers placed in the 2017 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2018.10
    1,324 EPIK teachers placed in the 2018 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2019.10
    1,256 EPIK teachers placed in the 2019 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2020.10
    839 EPIK teachers placed in the 2020 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2021.10
    1,042 EPIK teachers placed in the 2021 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2022.10
    1,135 EPIK teachers placed in the 2022 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2023.10
    1,146 EPIK teachers placed in the 2023 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2024.10
    1,091 EPIK teachers placed in the 2024 Spring and Fall Terms
  • 2025.10
    883 EPIK teachers placed in the 2025 Spring and Fall Terms

EPIK Plus

What is EPIK Plus?
EPIK Plus is a new option of applying to the English Program in Korea (EPIK) that provides priority processing, higher chances of placement, and an all-expenses-paid workshop.

Applying through the EPIK Plus option will expedite your application for faster processing. Upon completion of a successful interview and document review, successful candidates will be placed in rural schools throughout the Jeollanam (Jeonnam) Province.

The teaching contract under EPIK Plus is a standard contract under the respective Offices of Education. As EPIK Plus placements are in rural areas (including small islands), successful candidates may end up working at multiple schools and have long commuting times.

Although EPIK Plus applications have the benefit of priority processing, we cannot guarantee placement as the final decision is made by the respective Office of Education. Applicants that are unable to secure a placement through EPIK Plus will automatically have their application changed to the regular EPIK direct application option and be recommended towards any placement within Korea.
How to Apply
Under "Classification" at the start of the EPIK online application, please select "EPIK Plus (Jeonnam)" and follow the instructions listed.

Once submitted, your application will be prioritized during the initial review stage and we will reach out to you when we are ready to continue processing, or if there is any missing information that we require of you. Your application will be processed towards any EPIK Plus placement within the designated province.
Where is Jeollanam-do?
The South Jeolla province, also known as Jeollanam-do is located at the Southwestern tip of the Korean peninsula. With a population of just under 2 million, you can experience a slower pace of life in a more natural environment rich in culture and tradition.

South Jeolla has the warmest weather on the peninsula and is the agricultural powerhouse of Korea, which is evident in its famous cuisine. It is surrounded by water on 3 sides, boasting almost 2000 islands off its coast. Its mountains and coastline make for spectacular viewscontributing to the vibrant tourism industry with visitors from all across the country coming for the many festivals and picturesque views.
Jeollanam-do Contract Details
  • School Type: Public Schools (Elementary, Middle, High)
  • Salary: 2,300,000 - 2,700,000 KRW/month
  • Vacation: 26 working days plus Korean national holidays
  • Sick Days: 11 paid sick days
  • Classroom Hours: 22 teaching hours/week
  • Severance: Paid according to the Korean Labor Board standards
  • Pension: Paid according to the Korean National Pension Service regulations
  • Medical Insurance: Included through Korean National Health Insurance Corporation plan
  • Settlement Allowance: 300,000 KRW
  • Accommodation: Provided housing or housing stipend of 400,000 KRW/month
  • Entrance Allowance: 1,800,000 KRW
  • Contract Completion Bonus: 1,300,000 KRW
  • Training: EPIK National Orientation and mid-contract training covered by the Jeollanam-do Office of Education
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