Korean online English "teaching" centers--a different breed of "call centers"

[laball]

I'm looking for a part time / online job. Pls PM me in case you guys know of any. Thanks to this thread for being so helpful.

[prikild]

I worked as an ESL instructor sa Il-daeil. 12K basic and 3K for PAI. Perfect attendance incentive. Medyo lugi na sila kaya nag resign na ko. AFAIK, most korean online tutorial are on recession. Konti lang kasi ang students. Il-Daeil is located in Makati, at Trafalgar Plaza HV dela Costa st., on 25th floor. They have Video class, wherein you'll teach in front of a webcam, face to face. Just a so-so company. Madali lang makapasok, basta maganda accent and above average English comm. skills.

[babycakes74]

i also worked for ildaeil but pnly for a few months. i also worked for gawon and a "bad" company in ortigas... the last was the worst. i never thought the lady boss could treat me that way. she was so mean...

kababayan pa naman natin sya... mas matindi pa sya sa mga koreano...

now i am working at home... good riddance sa babaeng un... super sama ng ugali!!!

[freshbabe]

oo nga... freeze hiring even in DUZON (ALABANG-INSULAR LIFE).

kung di stable ang callcenters., mas lalo naman ang mga kumpanyang ganito...
(puwede mo ng ikumpara sa mga FLY BY NIGHT) umaasa LANG TALAGA sa BULTOK ng "korean students." Dapat talaga meron silang affiliated na sikat na korean school sa korea ganun.

Atleast callcenters umaasa with BIG COMPANIES ABROAD na
on recession din abroad. Pero infairness mabubuhay at mabubuhay pa rin ang callcenter, kasi maraming accounts.

Maganda ang schedule at madali(not stressful) ang work dito, at kasi di pa siya graveyard shift. And almost same ng kinikita na minimum pay sa callcenters. (5 digit din) plus may incentives so average kita na rin ng agent sa callcenter.

[globalecocrisis]

Hi guys! Just wanted to share my experience about this company.

I recently applied for a part time position as an online English instructor for Talk Pia, which is located at the West Tower of the Philippine Stock Exchange building. The process was short and easy like what the rest of us here had gone through. An initial interview was conducted. Right after that was the exam (wasn't hard just basic English- grammar, subject-verb agreement etc.). Last part was the interview with the Korean manager who looks like a "tambay" because he wasn't on his proper attire when he was conversing with me (nkasocks lang while walking sa floor ) Well, I think the pinoy manager favored me more than the other applicants because we both had the same teaching background and credentials. So, to cut the story short, I was hired. The weird part is I was only given a copy of my contract, but did not even give me a paper to sign.

Also, I agree to some of the pexers here who feel that the Koreans are using us for their own good. I mean, they don't offer much. I was given 8K for the part time position that I applied for. The people there succumbs to whatever this Korean guy says. Hello, should it be the other way around. They should be the one adapting to our environment and culture since they are in our land and they are employing Filipinos.

I didn't really feel the urge of bowing down to these people right after I got accepted. I can't even understand what the Korean guy was asking me during the interview. He kept on mumbling. It's just weird that I am going to be helping out Koreans, instead of teaching Filipinos, esp those who are uneducated. BTW, I am working full time in a prestigious company. I went here just to try it out and have a glimpse of their environment and process.

I agree to some of you who commented that call centers are way better than this unstable industry. Well, yeah, most of the known call centers offer better salary package and wider, bigger spaces with numerous amenities than these korean offices. Parang 110 sq m. lang laki ng offices nila...nkksuffocate and ang init nga sa loob, kala ko sira *** centralized AC nila, pro according to what I read here, talagang ngttipid pala 2ng mga Koreans. Well, you will not experience this agony when you're working in a call center. I know that for a fact because I worked for one before for more than 2 years.

Also, don't even bother applying to TONGKEUN because some of the employees there are arrogant/maepal pa. Hindi naman sila yung kinakausap nung Korean, sila yung ssagot, as if naman close kame para mganswer sila on my behalf. Well, tumahimik nalang ako dahil I feel sorry for them. For one, wala na nga silang career dahil nagttyaga sila dun, I'm sure wala clang choice.. at pangalawa, alam kong mas mataas pinagaralan ko para patulan ko yung low life na kagaya nung empleyadong epal sa company na ito.

Oh well, this is all for now. Hope you learn something from it. Good luck on your application.

[lizzie28gurl]

hi..im currently in chungdahm, kung may gusto magapply pm niyo lang ako..may referral program kasi kami ngayon..ty

[nuss]

is this still a 'hot' market? for an industry that buys you cheap... not worth it.

been there, done that. only lasted three months. the pay was not worth the stress.

now... is it possible to be a freelance teacher?

[dreamy555]

If you are from the better schools and have a knack for teaching ESL online to Koreans, try MENTORPIA.NET in 1801 Taipan Place, Emerald Ave, Ortigas. The hiring process involves an exam, an interview with Head teachers, and an online interview with the President of the company. When you pass, you get a job offer and you get a probationary employee salary as soon as your 2-week training starts.

The office is clean, not cramped at all, carpeted and freezing. You have access to free coffee and sweets. They have a microwave oven for your pack lunches, fridge for your healthy organic food and lockers for personal effects.

Most teachers are from UP, UST,and Miriam. (mostly female) They are very easy going, friendly and they respect your privacy. (no interogations after you file for leaves...or when you report back to work after being absent)The head teachers are very supportive. They make your job easy by giving helpful tips. The admin caters to your needs. ( loan applications, certificates, proof of SSS, Tax contributions...) And the best part...the bosses are in Korea!!! You report directly to your Filipino head teacher. Very organized indeed.

Other considerations:
13th month-yes
14th month- yes after 2 years of service
Leaves convertible to cash- Yes

Growth- No.

[nuss]

^care to share the basic pay? i just want to compare notes if things have improved since the last time i went into this field three years ago.

[conan69]

Do u accept guys at mentorpia?

[dreamy555]

nuss: basic is 10k plus 4k non taxable allowance for 6 months. Upon regularization, you get 6k allowance.

conan69: Yes, Mentorpia welcomes male applicants.

[hunnyella]

guys where can i apply? kailangan ko ng part time job!! please shed a light...how and where can i apply?! ive been looking for a korean call center cause i heard they accept part timers...thanks!!!

[sazuke]

hi..im currently in chungdahm, kung may gusto magapply pm niyo lang ako..may referral program kasi kami ngayon..ty

san po located ang company na to? and are u offering part time job? let me know the salary range for fulltime as well as part time kung meron...thanks thanks...
email me the details rhtleis@gmail.com

[demotivatedtech]

hi..im currently in chungdahm, kung may gusto magapply pm niyo lang ako..may referral program kasi kami ngayon..ty

hi, ok ba yang company na yan? i am looking for a part time job. can u pm me the details. thanks.

[nuss]

nuss: basic is 10k plus 4k non taxable allowance for 6 months. Upon regularization, you get 6k allowance.

ah... presyong callcenner na rin... hmmm...

do koreanese accept freelance tutors so that they study at their own pace?

[babycakes74]

i heard wala daw pay ang training sa chungdahm... i was finally accepted as an english editor daw... i will be starting the training on tuesday... hmmmm...

can i anyone shed light on this? thanks...

[hunnyella]

anong floor sa enterprise ang office ng chung dahm?! thanks!

[xxchrisxx]

hi po. pwede ba kayo magsuggest ng company like these for an undergrad like me? *** pwede ring pang part time. thanks

[AmberJade]

ask ko lang if anyone knows 'utel' in 11/f strata 100 bldg. emerald ave. ortigas?

[step_ira]

Online English Teachers/Tutors

We need English Teachers/Tutors Call Center Agents to teach English language for Korean people through internet.

Workig Hours : 5:00am - 11:00pm

Requirements:
• 18-30yrs old
• female
• Full-time/Part-time position
• Graduate of AB/BSE English, Communication Arts, Education, Speech Communication and other related fields
• Has an American Accent.
• Good command of the English language.
• Proficient in the use of computers and instant messengers.
• Punctual and with high sense of responsibility.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Call Center experience is also a plus
• must have self discipline with absent and lates


NOTE: This is an HOME-BASED job.


interested applicant can have interview thru SKYPE
skype id - speechpower21