3 Crazy Things That Have Happened To Me In Korea
In line with starting life in a new environment, there are bound to be misunderstandings or new, interesting experiences. With that in mind, here are a few that I've had the pleasure and displeasure experiencing. 1. My co-teacher's unexpected visit & his wife getting injured The most important relationship for a GET (Guest English Teacher) under EPIK (English Program In Korea) is the one between us and our co-teachers. Co-teachers are our lifeline and maintaining a positive relationship with them greatly impacts what kind of experience you will have as a teacher. From making sure you're settled into your apartment, taking you to immigration to sort out visa issues, accompanying you to open up bank accounts and cellphone contracts, helping you navigate your new city and school and sometimes being the only other person who speaks English at your school, your co-teacher is someone whose importance cannot be understated. When I was researching EPIK, for some reason I thou...