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🎬 15 Years of Broadcasting, Commercial & Narration Experience 📚 Certified Korean Teacher (Level 2)
Teaches
Korean
Native
Speaks
Other
🎬 15 Years of Broadcasting, Commercial & Narration Experience 📚 Certified Korean Teacher (Level 2)
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From Republic of KoreaLiving in Singapore, Singapore (21:15 UTC+08:00)
About Me
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If you want to speak Korean like a native, I’m here to help! With 15+ years in Korean broadcasting, dramas, and narration, I specialize in teaching authentic expressions, pronunciation, and cultural nuances you won’t find in textbooks. Having lived in Seoul, Japan, and now Singapore, I understand the excitement and challenges of learning a new language and adapting to different cultures. I’m also studying Japanese and Chinese, so I know exactly what it feels like to be a language learner. Whether you’re passionate about K-dramas, Korean media, or just want to communicate naturally, I’ll guide you to experience real Korean language and culture. Let’s make your Korean journey practical, enjoyable, and truly immersive!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Hangul Education Instructor (Level 1 & Level 2) - Korea Lifelong Education Institute (LEI) - 2026Certified Hangul Education Instructor (Level 1 and Level 2), awarded by the Korea Lifelong Education Institute (LEI) after successfully completing the professional training program and passing the official qualification examinations.
This certification recognizes professional competency in teaching Hangul, Korean pronunciation, literacy, and foundational language skills to beginner and non-native learners through structured educational methodologies.
Certificate verified
Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language (Level 2) - Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism - 2023Official Korean Language Teacher Certification (Level 2) issued by the Government of the Republic of Korea under the Framework Act on the National Language.
This nationally recognized professional teaching qualification is authorized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea and certifies professional competency in teaching Korean to non-native speakers.
Qualification requirements included completing a bachelor's degree in Korean Language Education, professional coursework in
Certificate verified
Integrated Reading Instructor - Kyowon - 2018Certified Integrated Reading Instructor, awarded by Kyowon, one of South Korea’s leading education companies, after successfully passing the official qualification examination.
This certification recognizes professional competency in guiding learners in Korean reading comprehension, critical thinking, literacy development, and structured reading instruction.
Qualified to support learners through systematic reading programs designed to strengthen language understanding, communication skills
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2025 - 2026
SingaporeI hold a Level 2 Certified Korean Teacher license, majored in Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language, and earned a Master’s degree in Journalism & Broadcasting.
With 15 years of experience in the broadcasting field, I teach the natural expressions Koreans actually use, situational nuances, and the subtle differences between formal and casual speech in a clear and structured way.
My classes focus on practical Korean for real-life communication rather than test preparation.
I design personalized le
1999 - 2014
South KoreaFrom 1998 to 2014, I worked in the Korean broadcasting and entertainment industry for over 15 years, participating in various fields such as dramas, commercials, and narration. Through extensive on-site experience, I developed a deep understanding of natural Korean pronunciation, practical expressions, communication styles, and cultural nuances.
After relocating to Singapore, I expanded my career into Korean language education. By combining my media industry experience with a multicultural educ
2024 - 2026
Korean Language InstructorI worked as a freelance Korean language instructor at private language institutes in Singapore for approximately two years, teaching learners from diverse cultural and language backgrounds.
Education
2006 - 2009
Master's - Broadcasting & VisualizationMaster of Master of Mass Communications from Chung-Ang University, one of South Korea’s most prestigious universities, widely recognized for excellence in media, journalism, broadcasting, and performing arts.
Completed advanced graduate studies in broadcasting, visual communication, media systems, journalism, and public communication.
This academic background provided a strong professional foundation in Korean media communication, public speaking, storytelling, audience engagement, and eff
2021 - 2023
Bachelor’s - Teaching Korean as a Foreign LanguageBachelor’s degree in Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language awarded through Korea’s national Credit Bank System by the National Institute for Lifelong Education (NILE), a government-operated institution under the Ministry of Education of Korea.
Completed professional coursework in Korean pedagogy, grammar, phonetics, teaching methodology, Korean culture, cross-cultural communication, and teaching practicum.
This nationally recognized qualification provided the academic foundation for obtain
2001 - 2005
Bachelor’s - Media Art & EntertainmentBachelor of Arts in Media Art and Entertainment from Dongduk Women’s University, one of South Korea’s established institutions in performing arts and media education.
Completed academic studies in media performance, communication, visual storytelling, and entertainment production while gaining practical experience in performance and broadcasting.
This academic background laid the foundation for my professional career in Korean broadcasting, narration, communication, and public speaking.
Work Experience
2024 - 2026
Korean Language InstructorI hold a Level 2 Certified Korean Teacher license, majored in Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language, and earned a Master’s degree in Journalism & Broadcasting.
With 15 years of experience in the broadcasting field, I teach the natural expressions Koreans actually use, situational nuances, and the subtle differences between formal and casual speech in a clear and structured way.
My classes focus on practical Korean for real-life communication rather than test preparation.
I design personalized
Korean Lessons
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