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life in South Korea in a funny, positive light

The rose-coloured glasses are off… May 22, 2008

Filed under: 1 — sweetkat @ 11:45 pm

First of all, I am truly enjoying South Korea. I have made great friends, met the love of my life and taught great kids. So I am happy.

However…
I did a lot of research before I came here about hogwons. I prepared myself for what my experience would be like. And there have been few surprises. Till now. Maybe arrogance on my part or the belief that one can be rewarded for their loyalty and hard work. And upon preparing for the meeting I found several other abuses of the contract that up until now I have been willing to let slide. However their inflexibility to work with me has disintegrated any weakness on my part. Luckily I have just two months left. But this is a warning to those coming to South Korea. Work with your school but if they aren’t reciprocating working with you use your contract. They are not your friends, no are they loyal to you as employees. I admit I was foolish and won’t make that mistake again. I hope you will not either.

This is my only negative experience in South Korea. Oh I definitely do not suggest you work for …………………..