TEACHING IN KOREA // 10 things I love about my job teaching with EPIK 

I was an EPIK teacher for a year way back in 2012-13. Best years of my life now that I look at it because it helped develop me into a better person. Most of it was the time I had off and what I could accomplish toward my own personal projects. Just like you, I am black as well and felt the impact I made on one kid was profound. On the last day, he gave me a letter saying he thought I looked scary, but it changed his opinion after I turned out to be nice and caring. This was my first teaching experience, and funny as I came back and am now a high school teacher in the US. Amazing how this was in my list of recommendations and hope you continue to do what works best for you!

I love this! I was a teacher in America and right now I’m taking a break from teaching by being an au pair, but teaching in South Korea definitely is something I am considering for the future... your videos are so informative:)

You have such a calming voice. I really enjoyed your insight. :)

I wishing your life here in Korea very successful as a teacher.

Being used to be a graphic designer explains why your videos and photos are aesthetically perfect!

I've been on the fence about this for too long, thank you for encouraging me to pursuit my dreams!

I just found out about your channel from Ollie’s reaction to your apt tour. I’m preparing myself to apply for EPIK Fall ‘21 (so hype 😁). This video is super helpful, and your spirited outlook is a joy to watch! I’m in my early 30s and super excited that these opportunities exist (when I was in my early 20s, I’d never heard of such a thing). Your #10...girl. That’s exactly what I aspire to. It’s beautiful to see another brown girl in SK living her best life and taking full advantage of such an opportunity. You have a new subscriber ♥️

Love the final point - it's exactly what I'm looking for in life too! To be happy, comfortable and pursue what I love outside of my "9-5" :-) Thanks for posting, I hope to get placed for Fall 2020 x

Im excited to graduate and head over to South Korea! I never thought teaching was something i wanted to do. It was always either nursing or the business field, because i always hear about having a set job with one of those careers, and good pay, etc. And for teaching I've always heard that teachers don't get pay enough, but apparently its enough in Korea, so I think ill be good LOL Plus i am so excited to work with kids! I knew that i always wanted to work with kids. The main reason was because you never know what a kid is going through at home, and i want them to feel loved and care for at school at least, and make them happy! :) Btw i love your videos!!!

There are so many horror stories that I’ve been watching, I am so glad I came across your channel. It gives me a positive attitude and better insight on whether I should move to South Korea. I am still debating between hagwon and Epik.

I actually agreed with 8/10 on this list! (I still hate desk-warming because my feet always fall asleep hahaha and the vacation was very warped this year so it's off my list!) Anyway~ you look gorge, so glad we still have teachers like you ^^

You're a joy to watch and it's awesome that you've contributed to the education of young Korean children :) and as a Korean American, growing up here in the US, it's so refreshing to see Americans reach out to learn my culture and share the appreciation!!

I'm so glad Ollie reacted to your apartment tour so I could learn about your channel 😔❤ I just really love that you went to school for graphic design. I'm graduating as an art major and planning to do EPIK next year, so I just got really happy seeing an EPIK teacher that had an art background :) ❤ I also loved the graphics in this video lol

Love the last tidbits!! I completely understand it all too well 🥺

I taught in Busan for 4 and a half years and moved back to the states in Feb of this year. This video COMPLETELY made me miss teaching in Korea! 😭 I know it must be tough teaching during COVID, but I related so much to your list of 10 things you love about the job. Thanks for sharing! ☺️🙏🏾

I'm re-watching this video now as a new EPIK teacher for the Spring 2021 and... I'm even more reassured that I made the right decision :) Also, soo many teachers constantly reference your channel and resources! You've helped sooo much more people than you think!

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been wanting to apply for EPIK but had so many doubts and this video has taken some of my stress away. Also after watching this video my parents are more comfortable with my plan on moving to SK!

Really appreciated your video! Super informative, haven’t gotten certified yet but hoping to be abroad sometime next year. I also really resonate with your #10 - despite any fears or worries about living in a different country, I think about the impact I can make on the people around me and how I could contribute to their knowledge on different cultures and promote diversity (I’m from America but Mexican). Hope you’re doing well!

I'm a businessman and I'm enjoying your video.. Many foreigners will agree with you as you explain your school life pleasantly. I hope you enjoy your life in Korea.

The things you are saying align so much with my thoughts 🤯 I am in college and have been struggling to figure out any discernible direction post college. Literally had no idea what to do. I started looking into teaching English in Korea and everything you say in this video from the graphic design to stress free job to creative powerpoints to doing a fulfilling job but finding you passions outside of work are aligning with my desires for my future. Thank you for providing some clarity through your experience 💜

such a refreshing outlook! love your videos

I'm a New Subscriber Tyler, luv ur Calm and Positive Attitude to Teaching, Best Wishes from the UK x

Thank you for this! I've been looking into different options for teaching in South Korea in the future, and stumbling across your videos has provided so much insight into one of them! :D

Tayler I just discovered your channel and I just love your positive vibe. Number 10 on your list just hit the nail on the head. Thanks for showing these kids who we really are. Looking forward to your videos.

Oh gosh, you are so cute! Loved your video. Thank you for sharing all the information. So helpful!

I will definitely be looking into this program after I get my B.A

Hi Tayler! I hope you're mentally and physically well during these times!! I just wanted to say that I love your point of view on life and teaching! You truly inspired me to get out of my comfort zone and try teaching abroad. All the effort and hard work you put into your powerpoints and lessons are so admirable and I hope I can grow to be a teacher like you. Best of luck to all your future endeavors! I'll definitely be watching and supporting your journey!

Hi Tayler! I love your videos! You are so inspirational. I’m planning to teach in South Korea in the next couple years and had some concerns but after watching your videos I feel so much better that I’m making the right choice for me:) I love that you’re so honest and open about your experiences so far. Thank you and I look forward to continuing to follow your journey! 🙂

am so glad i found your youtube channel !! i really wanna become a esnglish teacher in korea ever since i was in the 7th grade , because i really wanna teach students a different language ❤️! am going to high school and am trying to learn korean , but am gonna continue watch your videos to give me any ideas of becoming a teacher in korea 💘!

You seem like such an amazing spirit. I'm loving your channel❤

It’s so cool to see connections between jobs that don’t seem related. I enjoyed hearing about how you used your creative design skills in teaching

Thanks for the video. Very informative and only adds to my desire to teach English in Korea.

I was suppose to go for this Spring but I changed my mind due to the COVID 19. I’m able to secure a position for the Fall, just have to redo an app for Fall 2020. I pray this COVID 19 is almost gone by then. I know it’s meant for me to go bc if it wasn’t, God wouldn’t have blessed me with this opportunity again. I’m glad I came across your RU-vid page ❤️ 💜

This was so uplifting! I am a rising senior in college and plan on applying to EPIK after I graduate! Your videos are really motivating and reassuring!

Your content is so helpful! I think I’ll consider teaching abroad after college!

Hello! I am very interested in teaching english in Korea next year. I have a semester left of school and super excited to apply. I’m not sure if you can answer this but I was curious to know is the demand still high for teachers there? Thank you so much for your content i love it and such an inspiration 😊

You are so positive and lovely. I will try to join in 2022!

Thank you for sharing this list! It is very helpful for me as a future EPIK teacher! Are you open to the idea of sharing some of your lesson plans, powerpoints, or activities/games from class? I'd love to see how you are creative in these aspects and maybe spark ideas for me!

Very cool benefits.

thank you so much for your positive vibes

love your videos. a question I have is about speaking Korean. if I can't speak Korean well, can becoming a teacher still be a great job for me?

Wow, you cut your hair! You look adorable ❤. Did the magic straightening treatments cause damage?

How about a video on how you create your power points??? 😊

Hi Tayler! I love your videos! Would I be able to participate in Epik as a Korean American?

Do you happen to put your powerpoints up anywhere for public use? Or upload to buy? they seem like really useful resources, and I would love to have them in my tool box :D

Small question! Do you think it's a good idea to try to get to know each student and adapt to their way of learning? Love your vids btw ♥️!

Wow this is amazing! My question is were you required to speak Korean for your job? Did you learn the language before moving there?

Hi Tayler. I'm not sure if you'll see this comment or respond, but i was looking to apply to EPIK for the fall 2021 semester and wanted to ask how you dealt/deal with being a foreigner in SK. I was really excited about doing this but am having second thoughts in how to deal with loneliness/not having many friends, particularly friends my age. I also wanted to ask how EPIK felt about candidates with mental health issues who have to be on medications (me). Thanks!

Great video, you must be my twin, have you got any of those power points, I would really be interested....

I do wish for teaching there.... But it would be difficult to find job there aspecially as a teacher

Hey! I’ve been working in a similar program to EPIK but in Spain for four school years. Watching your videos I feel like I agree with practically all the good things and challenges that you have because I feel like I have seen them too! I am curious though if by doing EPIK there is room to advance professionally beyond the program in Korea? Like, are you able to move up and move on into a permanent position there? Could you become a school teacher for example? Do people see themselves as wanting and/or being able to set down permanent roots in Korea after having been there doing programs like EPIK for multiple years?

One question - you work in Korea speaking English and have done that since 2017, but since you're living in Korea, have you learnt a lot of Korean?

Thank you so much. So informative Tayler. How old is too old for this job?

Minimal stress? SOLD

Hi Taylor How can I as an English Teacher find a teaching Job in S. korea?

Why you didn’t link your social media accounts?

Hello there! I have considered doing this for a while now. I have a six yr old and that is what kind of makes me stop in pursuing it. If course, I’d love to bring her with me. Have you met any other teachers with children doing this sane program?

학교점심 너무 좋아하시는 듯 .... ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Hi! I don't know if you covered this already in other videos, but are you allowed to have tattoos or colored hair as a teacher in South Korea?

Hi 👋 Taylor would you please consider making a tutorial video for how you edited this video, I like the transitions a lot 😃

Not teaching in my early 20s is one of my biggest regrets. Are there any 30+ individuals teaching in S. Korea at the moment??

Can I teach at your school somehow??

Hi Tayler! Could you please tell me how the teaching experience would be for a Muslim teacher? Would they accept someone who follows Islam? I'd appreciate your answer.

Do you have an instagram?

is there a current age you have to be in order to become a teacher in south korea ?

Who does the grading?

Sooo we not gon talk about the big chop?

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저 영어단어가안들림 영어는 왜 잘 못 듣게 발음을 굴려서 무슨말인지 하나두 안 들리게 말을 할까요 우리말을 발음이 똑똑떨어지게 명확하게 발음해 주는데요

Do you have Instagram account?

I mean seriously why is like everyone who is going to korea at first teaching english and then starting a youtube account where EVERYONE makes the same video about korea "10 things i love about ... in Korea" "10 things i hate about ... in Korea" ?!?!?! I mean cmon no one of these people got any real talents?

Why did you cut the Japanese straighten hair?