English Program in Korea Interview Questions
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English Program in Korea
English Teacher
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
It was a really chill interview, the lady Rachel was super nice. She just wanted to know why I wanted to join Epik and how I'd handle disagreements with a co-teacher. Just gotta show your personality and that you really want the job, like you're the best fit. If you're ready for whatever questions they throw at you, you'll do great! 💪🏽☺️
Confirmed questions1 question
- How would you resolve conflicts with your co-teacher?
English Program in Korea
Native Language Teacher
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process was very smooth and went well. The email exchanges took a while, but the staff were helpful. While placement in your preferred city isn't always guaranteed, working with Epik is recommended.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Describe how you would manage a specific classroom scenario.
English Program in Korea
Teacher
Mid Average Neutral experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had a recruiter who set up my interview for this month. My application was finished in mid-August and sent to EPIK by my recruiter on Sept 3rd. My interview was set for Oct 10th and I heard back the next day. The interview started with talking about any issues with my application and answering questions about my background. Then, the interviewer asked questions about teaching in Korea. After that, they had to ask the same basic questions from the application like about health concerns and tattoos. Once that was finished, they tell you what to expect if you pass and how long it will take to hear back. You can ask questions then too, but they'll tell you to ask your recruiter instead. It was a really fast process and straightforward. Still nerve-wracking though, just make sure you review all the possible questions.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- What differentiates you from other EPIK candidates?
- Could you describe your personality?
- What cultural differences have you observed between Korea and the US, and how did you manage them?
English Program in Korea
EFL Teacher
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
Because I used the recruiting agency Korvia, I had to be online at 7:30 AM for a preliminary chat with my recruiter, even though my actual interview with EPIK wasn't until 8:00 PM. This brief meeting with my recruiter helped ease my nerves and ensured I was ready for the main interview. First, we reviewed my application, and they pointed out errors for me to correct. Then, they suggested improvements for my essay before I submit the signed hardcopy. After that, we discussed my lesson plan, and they clarified some key points that I apparently hadn't grasped. Overall, I found this part of the interview very beneficial. The interview concluded in 28 minutes (typically 30-45 minutes), but it went well, and I successfully passed the EPIK interview.
Confirmed questions7 questions
- Can you describe your personality?
- What motivates your desire to teach specifically in Korea?
- How would you manage a child who is not behaving properly?
English Program in Korea Interview Questions
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“What would your husband (dependent) be doing during the school days?”
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Read report →“What do you think will be the biggest challenge of coming to Korea?”
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Read report →“Why do you want to teach English in Korea?”
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