Sam Reyes

Ex-ESL teacher, South Korea (2016-2022) — EPIK, hagwons & Asia visas

Writing for English Job Maze since 2023

Sam taught English in South Korea for six years, first with EPIK in a public middle school, then at a Seoul hagwon. He now writes about hiring seasons, visa paperwork and what public and private-school pay actually looks like once housing and bonuses are counted — the parts recruiters gloss over. He checks every figure against the programme's own page before it goes on the site.

Articles by Sam Reyes

Careers After Teaching English Abroad: Where to Next

Turn international teaching into roles in education, NGOs, corporate training or remote work by highlighting communication,…

EPIK vs hagwon: teaching in South Korea

Compare teaching in South Korea via EPIK (public schools) or private hagwons—contracts, pay, workload, housing, visas…

ESL teacher interview questions and preparation guide

Theme-based ESL/TEFL interview questions, a competency answer structure, a short demo-lesson template, and practical tips on…

ESL Teacher Resume Example and One-Page Template

Ready-to-use, ATS-friendly one-page ESL teacher resume template with section-by-section wording, certification rules, sample achievement bullets and…

Best Time to Apply for Teaching Jobs Abroad

Understand hiring seasons, regional patterns and the 3–6 months rule. Check official programme or embassy pages…

ESL teaching contract red flags

Checklist of ESL contract red flags, questions to ask employers, documents to request, and next steps…

Can non-native speakers teach English abroad?

Yes—eligibility depends on immigration (visa/work-permit) and employer requirements; always confirm with the host country's embassy or…

Recent Visa Changes for Teachers in the UAE: What You Need to Know

Significant visa modifications may impact your teaching plans in the UAE.

Best ESL Job Boards: Comparison and Guide

Compare major ESL/TEFL job boards, business models, costs, geographic strengths and best use cases.

Can you teach English abroad without a degree?

Short answer: sometimes — depends on the country, visa rules and employer.