* If you are interested in learning English properly and in a fun and friendly way please read completely. I apologize in advance for making this post so long. However, I feel it is important for you to read this all the way through if you are serious about learning English.
OK. Before jumping to any conclusions, let me make it clear that I am not a white American, Canadian, Aussie, New Zealander, etc... (nothing against any of the ethnicities listed). I am in fact a Korean-American gyopo. I am 31 years old (Korean age) and have been working and teaching here in Korea for about 4 years now.
Let me start by introducing myself to you. My name is James. I am Korean born and 100% Korean by blood. I immigrated to America, U.S., The States, USA or any other names you may know the country by when I was 2 years old. So, until 4 years ago, (when I first came back to Korea) I didn't know much about Korea. I lived most of my life in New York City (about 15 years) and the rest of my life in The States in Ohio, Illinois and Florida (Cincinnati, OH / Chicago, IL / Miami, Florida). Now, some people are not too fond of America and I can understand the reasoning to those reasons. However, I thought it was a great experience. First off, I got to meet many different kinds of people from all over the world. This allowed me to learn about various types of cultures and to understand the differences between them. Thus, meeting all kinds of friends. As well, it helped me not t be prejudice of any other ethnicities. Secondly, I got to experience the American culture and lifestyle outside of my home and also learn Korean culture and language inside my home. As a result, I am fully bilingual, although my Korean is a lot weaker than my English. The last few years that I have been spending here in Korea has helped me to learn a lot more about Korean culture and I never stop learning new things. That seems to be the the best gift in life, the joy of learning something new everyday for the rest of your life. I currently teach English at a prestigious academy here in Korea and have been doing so for the past 4 years. Working in Korea as an English teacher has helped me to gain experience and know what most Korean adults and students require when learning English. Please do not misinterpret the last sentence. I am not saying that I am a better teacher than many other hard working teachers here in Korea. I am simply stating that through my experience, I believe I can help Korean people to learn English.
Now I'd like to get to the point of this post. I am currently preparing to start an academy of my own. Although this plan is still in the works and may be a few more months to a year down the line, I have taken the time to create my own program and materials necessary for my classes. The books that will be provided for the classes will be given to the students free of charge upon signing up for the classes. Now, while I am preparing to open my own institute(or hakwon), I will be running some private lessons/ tutoring classes to test out the new books I have come up with and see what kind of reactions I get from the students. The books are universal. With this, I mean that the books are suitable for all ages. You see, the classes are mainly conversation classes and focuses on speaking. However, it also pinpoints minor grammar, writing and pronunciation. As it is a conversation class, most of the book is blank spaces that will be filled out during the class while discussing various topics. Topics will vary depending on the level of your English ability. I will be glad to meet you ahead of time to show and explain the books and program I intend to teach in person. You can decide at that time whether or not you are interested in signing up for the classes. Now to the details.
Class size: NO MORE than 4 people to a class
Classes per month: 8 classes a month (you may choose between 8 one hour classes a month, two times a week or 4 two hour classes a month, 1 time a week)
Lesson fee: 25