Top 10 ESL Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

Most interviews last 20-40 minutes. EPIK interviews tend to be more structured (30-45 minutes with a demo lesson component). Hagwon interviews are often more conversational (15-30 minutes). International school interviews may include multiple rounds over several weeks.

Business casual is appropriate for most video interviews. A collared shirt or blouse is fine. EPIK interviews tend to be slightly more formal. Regardless, dress neatly from head to toe in case you need to stand up during a demo lesson.

Many ESL positions in Korea accept first-time teachers. Focus on transferable skills: tutoring, coaching, mentoring, public speaking, camp counseling. Emphasize your TEFL training, your eagerness to learn, and any volunteer teaching you've done. Be specific about strategies you learned in your TEFL course.