Trial Lesson Plan for Korean
Welcome to Your First Step in Learning Korean!

Thank you for considering me as your Korean language instructor. With 12 years of teaching experience, including 3 years dedicated to TOPIK preparation, I have helped learners from diverse age groups (4 to 60 years old) master Korean for various purposes, from academics to business. Let's explore what our trial lesson will look like:

Lesson Objectives:
Introduce the basics of Korean, including the alphabet (Hangeul) and foundational pronunciation.
Practice high-frequency real-life words and sentences to immediately apply in conversation.
Explore your personal goals and learning preferences to create a tailored learning plan.
Trial Lesson Structure:
Introduction and Learning Goals (5–10 minutes)

We’ll discuss your background, reasons for learning Korean, and what you hope to achieve.
I’ll share how my experience and strategies will support your goals.
Hangeul Made Easy (10–15 minutes)

Learn the structure and sounds of Korean letters with simple and engaging examples.
Practice reading and writing a few basic words using my customized learning files.
Everyday Vocabulary & Sentences (10–15 minutes)

Learn a small set of high-frequency, real-life words and phrases.
Identify patterns and components in Korean words to boost memory retention.
Tailored Practice (10–15 minutes)

Interactive practice based on your learning goals (conversation, grammar, or TOPIK preparation).
I’ll introduce a useful template or tactic from my teaching toolkit to tackle a common learning challenge.
Wrap-Up & Homework (5 minutes)

Summarize key points learned in the trial lesson.
Assign personalized homework (e.g., flashcards, a short writing task) to reinforce the lesson.
Discuss a roadmap for your Korean learning journey.

This lesson is for Beginners. It is a 55 minute class.
The lesson will help you so that you can practice basic vocabulary and make basic sentences in Korean. I will encourage you to speak Korean throughout the lesson so that you are able to introduce yourself and talk about your hobbies and interests. So you develop Korean  so that you can speak with Korean people.
Supporting you so that you can improve your speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. 
Focusing on areas that are common in daily conversation. 
I have a range of textbooks that we can use to support improvements in your Korean.
It helps you how to talk and write in Korean. We can talk about K-POP and K-DRAMA , Korean culture and life in Korea
My aim of lesson is to help students talk in Korean as much as possible. I use customized textbooks  I made. These are really resourceful and  packed with  useful expressions Korean people use on a daily basis.
 I explain grammar and  help students make sentences by sharing the screen rather than students reading the textbook passively.  My lesson is interactive, fun and well prepared.  At the end of the lesson you will get files with notes on and audio files.  It will make so much easier for students to go through the materials and practice your pronunciations.  Homework is an essential part of this class.  Based on grammar points you learn  during the lesson you do your homework. We go through them together, ensuring you are able to speak and write in  Korean.   I offer a tailored lesson to support students to achieve your aims.

Korean for Beginner (55/25 minutes)

It is a 55 minute class.
This lesson will be for students who already have a prior knowledge of Korean.  
You will learn intermediate expressions and Grammar.  It helps you how to talk and write in Korean fluently. We can talk about K-POP and K-DRAMA , Korean culture, food, travel and life in Korea.
This lesson will help you to improve your Korean language skills. My aim of lesson is to let students talk in Korean as much as possible. I use customized textbooks  I made. These are really resourceful and  packed with  useful expressions Korean people use on a daily basis.

I explain grammar and help students make sentences on the document by sharing the screen rather than students reading them passively.   Whenever we talk in Korean  I make sentences  with students using something relevant to their lives.
I  explain some Korean  words derived in Chinese to students, which will expand your Korean vocabulary a lot.
 My lesson is interactive, fun, efficient, engaging and well prepared.  After each lessons  I send students audio files and homework.  Based on grammar points you learn, you do your homework. We go through them together, ensuring you have a solid foundation in Korean speaking and writing.
Make the most of my Korean lessons to reach your aim in learning Korean.
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Korean for Intermediate (55/25 minutes)

It is a 55 minute lesson.
In this lesson we start with the Korean Alphabet (Hangul), how to read and write. Also learning basic everyday words building up to self-introduction. We will use a lot of textbooks, videos and other teaching tools to support you with your learning basic Korean. 
I have extensive experience of teaching absolute beginners to go from no knowledge of Korean to being able to speak and read Korean.
It helps you how to talk and write in Korean properly. We can talk about K-POP and K-DRAMA , Korean culture and life in Korea if you like.
This lesson will help you to understand  Korean better. My aim of lesson is to teach students basic Korean  alphabets, words and basic sentence structures  which will be a good foundation for your Korean learning journey.  When I make sentences  both Korean and English sentences are used for students to understand Korean better.    I use customized textbooks  I made. These are really resourceful and  packed with  useful expressions Korean people use on a daily basis.
 I  make sentences with students  on the document by sharing the screen rather than students reading them passively.  My lesson is interactive, fun and well prepared.  After each lessons  I send students audio files and homework.  By using these tools your Korean will be improved.

Absolute Beginner (55/25 minutes)

It is a 55 minute class.
In this lesson we will speak and write together in Korean. You can choose the subject for example  every day life,  K-POP, K-Drama, K-webtoon, politics, news, history, anything you want to talk about etc)  the aim of this class is to improve your confidence and fluency in speaking and writing Korean at a higher level.  We go through what you say and write  together and focus on encouraging students to speak and write as much as possible so  you can use it, learn it and make it yours.  
Whenever we talk or write in Korean  I make sentences  with students something relevant to their lives. I offer a tailored lesson to support the students  to achieve your aims.
I  explain some Korean  words derived in Chinese to students, which will expand your Korean vocabulary a lot.
  Based on grammar points you learn and your interests, you do your homework. We go through them together, making corrections together. It will be a good start point  to  introduce  or review grammars you are not sure of.
You will get practical knowledge you can use straight away.

Intensive speaking and writing for All levels ( 55/25 minutes)

It is a 55 minute class.
For students with a high level of Korean, who wish to practice speaking and listening. We can talk about a range of different topics and I will aim to push you to the furthest extent of your ability. We can plan how to further improve your Korean. I have a range of textbooks that we can use or you can suggest one that you like

 I help students make sentences and talk  using something relevant to their lives on the document by sharing the screen rather than students reading them passively.   
I  explain some Korean  words derived in Chinese to students, which will expand your Korean vocabulary a lot.
  At the end of the lesson  I send students  files with notes on and audio files and homework.  Based on grammar points, useful expressions you learn and your interests, you do your homework. We go through them together, which will be a  tailored class depending on your knowledge in Korean. I  ensure you  will have a  great level of fluency in Korean speaking, writing, and a great tool of understanding Korean society and culture.  Make the most of it. 

This class will be aim to be 100% in Korean

Korean for Advanced Students (55/25 minutes)

Class Introduction: TOPIK Test Preparation
Welcome to my TOPIK Test Preparation class! With over 12 years of experience teaching Korean language and 3 years focused on TOPIK preparation, I have developed a highly effective approach to help you achieve your desired TOPIK level. Here’s what makes this class stand out:

Real-Life Vocabulary Mastery: We emphasize high-frequency words and phrases used in everyday situations that frequently appear on the TOPIK test. By learning words with similar components in batches, you’ll maximize retention and build vocabulary faster.

Proven Strategies for Every Section: You’ll receive structured templates and strategies to excel in writing, listening, and reading. These have been honed through extensive use of mock tests, real exam papers, and analysis of common student errors.

Interactive and Focused Learning: Homework is an essential part of the program, especially for the writing section. Through consistent practice, you’ll gain confidence and proficiency to tackle writing questions effectively.

Proven Success Record: Every student who has taken this class has successfully achieved their target TOPIK level. Your success is my priority, and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

Join this class to learn smart, practice effectively, and pass the TOPIK test with confidence!

TOPIK Test Preparation

To be a qualified Korean teacher in Birmingham Korean school I needed to complete this course(stage 1) Its modules are Korean theory, Korean Education, General Education Theory, the Practical Korean Education and Korean History and culture.  It took 100 hours to complete it.

To be a qualified Korean teacher in Birmingham Korean school I needed to complete this course(stage 2) Its modules are Korean theory, Korean Education, General Education Theory, the Practical Korean Education and Korean History and culture.  It took 150 hours to complete it.

CV for Jung Suk Kim


Summary
I have 10 years teaching experiences in both Korean and English as a tutor, teacher and teaching students at the Birmingham Korean School, University of Birmingham and Holy Trinity School. To deliver high quality teaching services to students from all different backgrounds are my main motivations to apply for this job. To sum up, I am highly qualified and have a high standard teaching. My calling as a Korean teacher is to see students achieve their best outcomes.

I have been teaching Korean to students from Birmingham Korean school and Birmingham University since 2017. I didn't have a teaching degree but the school employed me because of my experience as a Korean tutor for 7 years. 
I have taught Korean many different nationals. Their age and cultural backgrounds vary. I have met students' different needs (some students with autism and down syndrome.)  Understanding students from different background and ability is my strong point as a teacher.

I have been teaching Korean and its culture to Holy Trinity School in England. This is a Korean Language and culture exchange programme funded by the Korean government. It can be only run by only 30 qualified Korean school teachers in the UK. As a teacher I have played a role of a civil ambassador to promote Korean culture and language even to students who didn't know Korea and Korean before. Based on these experiences I can teach Korean really well to any one who don't know any Korean.

To be a good qualified Korea teacher  I applied for the invitational workshop for Korean School teachers and I got accepted. I went to Korea to get trained for 8 days. I had lots of invaluable teacher training to be a really competent and understanding teacher.

As a professional Korean teacher, the Korean government and Education Centre in Korean Embassy have kept providing teaching programmes with me. The training was about how our brain works for our learning and its performance. It had 12 modules and took 50 hours to complete it.  This course has been a game changer for a teacher like me.

I have been teaching Korean and its culture to Holy Trinity School in England. This is a Korean Language and culture exchange programme funded by the Korean government. It can be only run by only 30 qualified Korean school teachers in the UK. As a teacher I have played a role of a civil ambassador to promote Korean culture and language even to students who didn't know Korea and Korean before. Based on these experiences I can teach Korean really well to even anyone who doesn't know any Korean.

I have been a Korean tutor on Skype since 2012. A student who learned Korean from me for 1 and half a year got a place in Korean Department at Harvard and her score in Test of Korean Proficiency Test was 180 out of 200 thanks to both her and my commitment.
 I have been teaching Korean a British Archery Manager for two years and her Korean has improved. I have had positive feedback from many students.  
My understanding of Skype language lessons and experiences are good assets to Italki