Volunteer as an English Teacher at Elementary School in Wonsan Island, Korea

This is an educational volunteer project teaching English and foreign languages to children at a public elementary school in a small island village in Korea. Participants will naturally share their own language, culture, and experiences, including English, while conducting classes and various activities. Expand the children's world in a small island village, and experience the genuine daily life of Korea that is hard to find in Seoul.

 

1. Experience the education culture that has contributed to Korea's development.
Korea has always considered education as an important foundation for the growth of individuals and society. In the process of rapid industrialization and economic growth, schools have played a central role in learning new knowledge and skills and nurturing the potential of the next generation. Through this project, you can experience the daily life of a school where students learn and grow as a native teacher in a Korean public elementary school. You will examine how Korean education is practically operated, including not only regular curriculum classes but also reading activities, student self-government, experience-based education, and the attentive care unique to small schools. Create classes with the children in the school and engage in various educational activities to understand the culture of Korean education and its values.

2. Become the closest foreigner to the children in the world.

Children growing up in the island village have few opportunities to meet and talk with foreigners. Through this project, participants become the closest foreign friends and teachers to the children. In daily interactions of playing and talking together, children will naturally learn to reduce their fear of foreign languages and realize that there are different languages, cultures, and ways of life in the world. A little interest and warm encouragement from participants will instill confidence in the children and become a lasting gift that inspires them to dream of a broader world.

 

3. Experience the real daily life of Korea and living Korean.
This project takes place on Wonsando Island, located on the west coast of Korea. Living in an environment where a small school, fishing village, sea, and tidal flats are combined, you can experience Korean local culture up close. Say hello to the villagers, share meals, and participate in small events held every season, living as a neighbor in the village, not just a visitor. Through classes with children and conversations with teachers, you will naturally learn Korean while sharing daily life with the villagers. You will get to know the Korean you use in real life, which is different from what you learn in textbooks, and gain understanding of everyday conversations and culture. You will naturally experience the daily life and warmth of Koreans, as well as the community culture of caring for each other, which cannot be seen in tourist areas. While living in the school and village, experience using Korean in reality and learn the language and culture through communication with locals.

 

4. Gift them a language that will be remembered longer than textbooks.
Children learn languages quickly and remember them for a long time through enjoyable experiences. They get to know that a foreign language is actually a tool for communication through time spent playing games, singing songs, and drawing together while naturally conversing. Participants can directly plan various activities that allow children to enjoy learning English using their own language and culture. Let the children know that a foreign language is not just a subject for exams, but a fun language that connects them to new friends, cultures, and a broader world. The time spent with the children will naturally enhance their educational and communication skills, as well as expand their global perspective to understand different cultures.

 

This project is a volunteer program where a native teacher works in a small elementary school on Wonsando Island in Boryeong City. The teacher introduces children to foreign languages and various cultures from around the world. Participants conduct classes and play using English or their native language and communicate naturally with the kids.

■ Main Activities

1. Planning and running foreign language classes:
Using English or the participant's native language, we conduct various activities like conversation, games, songs, and crafts that suit the children's level. We create a fun learning environment to help kids engage naturally with a foreign language.

2. Introducing global cultures:
Participants introduce their country, culture, food, traditions, holidays, and school life to the children. This helps broaden the kids' view of the world and develop an international perspective through learning and discussing different cultures.

3. Creating educational content:
We create and use a variety of educational materials for classes, like games, flashcards, quizzes, and craft activities. Participants can freely plan classes that are enjoyable for the kids.

4. Activities with the kids:
Participants engage with the kids during breaks, lunch, and school events, blending in naturally. They can create joyful and warm memories with the kids as friends and mentors.

■ Additional Information

• This project isan educational volunteer program for foreign participants.
• We prepare educational content suitable for the students' ages and levels in consultation with the teachers.
• Participants may assist school teachers in regular classes as assistant teachers.
• Using the school library, participants will prepare materials and can teach kids before morning classes or after school.
• Participants will communicate and engage with the kids using English. They should actively participate, aiming to communicate at the kids' level.
• We can plan various educational programs linked to the students' point system to encourage participation.
• Educational activities will be carried out with easy explanations, positive feedback, respect, and consideration tailored for the kids' understanding.
• Participants are encouraged to join with an open mind to learn about Korean culture and interact with local residents.
• Instead of conveying a lot of information at once, we will repeat short and easy activities to help kids participate naturally.
• Please pay attention and care to ensure that all kids can participate and none are left out.
• Create a space where kids can express themselves freely by listening to their opinions and encouraging questions and conversations.
  
  

I will guide you to a place that used to be a guesthouse in the village, so you can spend time with the villagers.

If you have another type of accommodation in mind, please let us know.

*The actual appearance of local guesthouses and pensions may be different from the images.

Detailed support information

■ Project activities

• Systematic orientation
• A reliable project manager
• 24-hour support! You can get immediate help in emergencies with a 24-hour emergency contact system.
• Travel tips for living in Boryeong.

■ Certificates and recommendations

• Issuance of completion certificates for the organization's activities.

Exclusions

• Round-trip transportation.
• Other living expenses in the area (meals, transportation, etc.)
• Train station/airport pickup costs.
• Personal travel insurance.

* Please book your transportation after project participation is confirmed and you receive the final schedule.

This is a public elementary school located in Wonsando, Boryeong City, South Chungcheong Province, and it has a long history as it opened in 1937. Although there are not many students, it has a caring educational environment where each child is looked after carefully. The school runs various programs that highlight the island's characteristics, including a reading point system, mudflat experiences, and marine education. The local community and alumni association are also making various efforts to support the school, and the children are growing healthily in a warm community culture and family-like atmosphere that only a small school can provide.

■ Location: Boryeong

Boryeong, located in Chungcheongnam-do, is a representative marine city of Korea with beautiful West Sea beaches, big and small islands, wide mudflats, and green mountains. It is a charming travel destination that attracts many visitors throughout the year, combining famous events like the Boryeong Mud Festival with various marine leisure activities and fishing village culture. Recently, the opening of the Boryeong Undersea Tunnel and the Wonsan-Anmyeon Bridge has improved access to the islands, making it easier to experience the beautiful nature of the West Sea and the daily life of the fishing villages. In Boryeong, where the convenience of the city meets the relaxation of the countryside, the open sea views, warm people, and the life of fishing villages create a special experience that is hard to find elsewhere.

1. Wonsando

Wonsando is a representative island of the West Sea that features beautiful beaches, wide mudflats, and cozy fishing villages. After the opening of the Boryeong Undersea Tunnel, it has become a new travel destination, where you can enjoy the relaxed life of an island village amidst a small harbor, beach paths, and beautiful sunsets. Experience the charming aspects of West Sea fishing villages all in one place with fishing, mudflat experiences, and fresh seafood.

2. Daecheon Beach

Daecheon Beach is a representative beach in Korea, famous for its wide, soft white sands and beautiful sunsets. Every summer, the globally renowned Boryeong Mud Festival attracts many visitors, allowing people to enjoy swimming and various marine leisure activities. The beach area has well-maintained walking paths, cafes, and restaurants, so you can enjoy the relaxed scenery of the West Sea and the charm of the ocean any season.

3. Seongjus Mountain Natural Recreation Forest

Seongjus Mountain Natural Recreation Forest is a popular healing spot in Boryeong that combines dense forests and clear valleys. Walking along the paths through the cypress tree forest and well-maintained trails, visitors can enjoy the refreshing scent of the forest and the ease of nature, making it a favorite among families and trekking enthusiasts. Experience the beautiful nature of Boryeong in this different charming place.

■ You can start this project on the day of your choice.

 

■ The minimum participation period is 1 weeks.

 

■ Target and qualification requirements

• Someone who can communicate basic ideas in English or Korean.
• Someone who can communicate with an open attitude while respecting various cultures and people.
• Someone who enjoys activities with children and can participate in the program responsibly.
• Someone who wants to plan and operate an educational program directly for Korean students.
• Someone who wants to deeply interact with children and build warm relationships in a small school.
• Someone who wants to communicate with new people and have meaningful experiences and volunteer activities.
• Someone who wants to experience local Korean culture away from the city.
  
  

01 Check the project	- See if there are specific dates for participation or if you can join anytime that fits your schedule! - Check out stories from people who have actually participated in this project!
02Fill out the application form	- Don't hesitate, express yourself comfortably and honestly.
03 Pay the project fee	- After confirming the project registration fee or full payment, the local agency will receive the participant's application. - (If needed) After paying the project fee, a Skype interview with the local agency will be conducted to confirm your participation. - If the local agency reviews and does not accept you, 100% of the registration and participation fees will be refunded.
04 Receive confirmation of payment	- The day after the participant pays the project fee, we will send a confirmation message. - If you do not get a message the day after payment, please contact us! (If you pay on the weekend, confirmation will be sent on Monday morning.)
05 Project participation confirmation	- After the local agency reviews your application, it takes about 1 to 7 days for final confirmation. - If you are finally accepted into the project, the person in charge will contact you separately.
06 Arrival and start of the project	- Participants will meet the person in charge upon arrival and have a local orientation. - After the local orientation, participants will learn about the information provided by the local agency and will start the project while keeping safety in mind. The local orientation may not take place depending on the agency and could be changed or shortened due to circumstances.
07 Submit feedback after completing the project	- After the project ends, participants submit their feedback, which is reviewed before issuing a certificate.

* You can check the procedures after applying on the website on your personal page.

* Please book your transportation after you receive final confirmation and schedule for the project.

1. This project is for those who are 18 years or older.

2. Refunds are not allowed if you cancel due to personal reasons after the project is confirmed.

3. By applying for the project, you agree to the refund policy.

4. This project has a strict refund policy. If you cancel before the project is confirmed, 100% of the project fee will be refunded.

5. The project schedule and details may change due to local circumstances (like traffic or weather) and may be reduced if necessary.

6. This project is managed by a partner organization that runs the actual project. So, the responsibility for the operation lies with the local organization.

7. Please book your transportation after you receive the final confirmation for project participation. We will provide individual guidance about the schedule after the confirmation.