Gyeongsangbuk-do Province is the home for Korea’s kingdoms and a spiritual hub for Buddhism.

Located in the southeast region of the peninsula, Gyeongbuk, (short for Gyeongsangbuk-do), still echoes with the culture, spirituality and lifestyles of Korea’s past kingdoms ? particularly, the Shilla Kingdom. Its grand palaces can be witnessed at the Gyeongju National Museum and visitors are welcome to stop by royal tombs as well. The meticulously preserved historic villages of Andong and Yeongju will also give visitors a rare glimpse into the past.

But you can do more than just look. Gyeongbuk’s countless attractions invite you to touch ? to experience things firsthand. Partake in the Kyeongju Biking Tour. Spend a couple nights at Suedang, a 100-year-old Korean home, and split logs and create paper art as did people of the Joseon dynasty. To wind down, visit Mungyeong, the hometown of traditional Korean tea-ware, for some tea and quiet.

And that’s just on land.

Seafarers can venture into the East Sea and head for Dokdo and Ulleungdo. Dokdo, comprised of large rocks, was form by a volcanic eruption. Known as a bird’s paradise, it serves as a boundary between Korea and Japan. The East Sea, in turn, is an essential source of livelihood for the people of Gyeongbuk.

But one of the best ways to befriend the locals is through festivals. From a bullfighting gala to a fete just for mushrooms, the choices are endless. A local favorite, though, is the annual Andong International Mask Festival. You’d be surprised by the vast array of cultural masks, and you can even pick up mask-dance moves from around the world.

So tune in and learn all about Gyeongbuk. The show, and the province, will appeal to your sense of adventure.

Gyeongsangbuk-Do Province Homepage

http://www.gyeongbuk.go.kr/eng/main/main.jsp

http://www.gyeongbuk.go.kr/eng/page.jsp?largeCode=tour&mediumCode=culture&smallCode=arts&LANGCODE=English


Starting date and Application deadline

emoticon Starting date: The job officially starts on August 20th, 2012

STARTING  April 1st, 2012, the EPIK-SMOE office will schedule interviews for the 2012 intake in August. To get an interview you need to submit the initial application package and you need to start preparing for the required documents ASAP (between January and April 2012). If you are a USA or a UK citizen, it is recommended that you start the application procedure in early January 2012.

Please take note that the positions will be filled quickly, especially in metropolitan cities, therefore applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible.

Eligibility

A person who has minimum bachelor degree in any discipline.

By E2 visa law, EPIK teachers should have a citizenship from one of the following countries: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States, and South Africa. Must have studied from the junior high level (7th grade) and resided for at least 10 years or more in the country where English is the primary language.

Salary and benefits

·         Salary: from 2.0-2.85 M Korean Won per month depends on your qualification and a location you teach

·         Free roundtrip Airfare (Entrance/ Exit allowance)

·         Free Furnished Housing Provided - Single studio-type housing

·         Paid vacation minimum 21+ calendar days per year  in addition to national holidays (12-14 days)

·         Government Medical plan; this medical insurance will allow you to receive medical attention and prescription medicines at a fraction of their original cost.

·         National Pension Scheme; Pursuant to the Korean National Pension Corporation Act, 50% of your compulsory pension contributions will be paid by your host POE. At present, only EPIK GETs holding American or Canadian citizenship are eligible for a lump-sum pension refund upon successfully completing their contract and departing Korea

·         Severance Pay - Equal to approximately one month's salary

·         Settlement allowance: 300,000 Won

·         Renewal Allowance: 2,000,000 KRW will be provided upon successful completion and renewal of your contract with the same POE.

·         Tax Exemption - 2 years of income tax exemption (except for Canadians)

Working hours and duties

•Work Place: Public schools under the Provincial Office of Education.

•Teaching for the elementary to high school students

•Working hours: 8:30 am-4:30 pm Monday to Friday.

•Teaching hours: 22 classes (not hours) per week during the school hours.

•Duties: Jointly conduct English conversation classes and extracurricular activities with Korean teachers

How to apply

Please email us your resume to iloveesl.com11@yahoo.com  Please state your date of availability when you send us your resume. Once we receive your resume will contact you as fast as we can.

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