Korean teacher soo young kim

soo young kim

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😃To touch the mind, invariably we must first touch the heart; learning Korean is no different.👌
From Republic of KoreaLiving in Seoul, Republic of Korea (13:10 UTC+09:00)
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italki teacher since Mar 5, 2021
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Hi! I'm Sooyoung, a passionate Korean teacher for students from the US, Japan, Germany, and more. I create a warm, mistake-friendly space! Using a customized CLT approach, we focus on natural speaking and cultural nuances to build real-life confidence. 🕐 60-Min Lesson: • 15m: Grammar • 10m: Vocab • 10m: Pattern Drills • 20m: Conversation • 5m: Review Book a trial today! ✨ The goal of my teaching is to help learners express their thoughts and emotions through language, communicate effectively with others, and build meaningful relationships through mutual understanding. I always focus on each learner’s individual language development and personal interests, ensuring that every lesson is both engaging and relevant. Because I believe that each learner’s Korean proficiency and preferred learning style are equally important, I tailor the pace and structure of my lessons to suit their abilities. When a student has a particular learning method that works best for them, I do my best to incorporate it to maximize their progress and confidence. I teach Korean using the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach, which focuses on helping learners use the language naturally and effectively in real-life situations. My lessons are structured in three stages to build both linguistic and cultural competence: 🕐 Class Structure 15 minutes: Grammar explanation and examples 10 minutes: Vocabulary introduction and practice 10 minutes: Sentence building and pattern drills 20 minutes: App...
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5.0
Rating
951
Students
8978
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
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Response rate

Korean Lessons

Trial Lesson
469 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
💖 Korean curriculum to complete Korean 💖 Korean Grammar 1,2 - ppt
A1 -  A2

Language Essentials

5,055 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 3% off
💖 Korean curriculum to complete Korean 💖 Korean Grammar 3, 4 - ppt
B1 -  B2

Language Essentials

1,693 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 3% off
💖 Casual Conversation Practice 💖 K-Drama Script , K-pop Script, k-culture PPT
B1 -  C2

Conversation

1,129 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 3% off
💖 Korean curriculum to complete Korean 💖 Korean Grammar 5, 6 - PPt
C1 -  C2

Language Essentials

215 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 3% off
🎆직장인을 위한 한국어 🎆 👍Korean for the Workplace👍
B1 -  C2

Business

53 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 5% off
🤡어린이를 위한 한국어 모험 🤡 👍Kids Korean Adventure 👍
A1 -  C2

Kids

249 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 4% off

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Vocabulary (54)
Podcast (91)
Quiz (145)

331 Reviews

Student Lysann Weiss
Lysann Weiss
102 Korean lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been studying Korean with teacher Soo-Young Kim for about two years and truly appreciate every lesson with her. She is kind, patient, well prepared and explains grammar very clearly. She always answers my questions and makes sure I really understand the material. Her lessons are structured, enjoyable and encouraging. Thanks to her teaching, my Korean has improved a lot over time. I am very grateful for her support and can wholeheartedly recommend her. Ich lerne seit etwa zwei Jahren Koreanisch mit Lehrerin Soo-Young Kim und schätze jede Unterrichtsstunde mit ihr sehr. Sie ist freundlich, geduldig, immer gut vorbereitet und erklärt Grammatik klar und verständlich. Sie beantwortet alle Fragen und sorgt dafür, dass man den Stoff wirklich versteht. Ihr Unterricht ist gut strukturiert, angenehm und motivierend. Dank ihres Unterrichts hat sich mein Koreanisch im Laufe der Zeit deutlich verbessert. Ich bin sehr dankbar für ihre Unterstützung und kann sie von Herzen weiterempfehlen.
Mar 22, 2026
Student Diana
Diana
60 Korean lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm learning a lot of Korean having fun, and even when I don't get something, Professor Kim always explains it to me in a joyful and clear way, until I fully understand. I'm so glad I have the opportunity to study and learn this wonderful language with useful tools (such as exercises, homework and different materials) and a capable guide. I've completed less than 10 lessons and I'm already seing improvement. I would recommend her to anyone willing to build solid language skills and a comprehension of the mechanisms of Korean language.
Jan 28, 2025
Student Becca
Becca
8 Korean lessons
Soo young Kim is an amazing Korean teacher! She teaches in a patient yet strict style that guides me through making mistakes, learning new material, and processing grammar. Her grammar lectures are particularly great and help you practice grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and listening all at once. I also like that she assigns homework, as it encourages me to keep reviewing the grammar throughout the week. In addition to grammar, she also mixes real-life conversation practice into the lessons, which makes the material feel very useful and relevant. Even when I make a lot of mistakes, she is very patient and motivating! Before meeting with Soo young Kim I was struggling to keep my Korean studies going during college. Now, her fun lessons are something I can look forward to. I truly owe my improvement to these lessons!
Apr 10, 2026
Nathalie
67 Korean lessons
Teacher’s pick
선생님 김 uses an immersive method that models Korean language patterns and grammar structure and makes you speak, read, and interact with the Korean language. She uses a lot of repetition to maximize practice and provides immediate feedback, creating the framework for natural conversations. Her slides are very clear and her videos at the end of class slows you to review the class content at your own pace. She goes over the homework with you so that you understand errors. Her methodology is based on active and communicative learning. And above all, she is very patient! I have made a lot of progress since I started, all of a sudden the grammar started to click. Now I feel that I understand more and more. I highly recommend this teacher.
Jul 22, 2025
Student Jackie
Jackie
14 Korean lessons
I love my lessons with Sooyoung! She’s so funny and encouraging & she always finds a creative way to get you engaged in the topic.
May 6, 2026
Justin Kim
21 Korean lessons
Great course with structure and good feedback to improve on my language skills!
Mar 31, 2026