😃To touch the mind, invariably we must first touch the heart; learning Korean is no different.👌
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😃To touch the mind, invariably we must first touch the heart; learning Korean is no different.👌
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From Republic of KoreaLiving in Seoul, Republic of Korea (11:48 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 5, 2021
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Hello! My name is Kim Sooyoung, a passionate and experienced Korean language teacher. I’ve taught students from Japan, Germany, and many other countries, both online and offline, and I truly enjoy seeing my students grow and gain confidence in expressing themselves in Korean. My teaching style is friendly, patient, and deeply personalized — I focus on helping each student find joy and meaning in learning the Korean language. In my classes, you won’t just study grammar or vocabulary. You’ll learn how to speak naturally, understand cultural nuances, and communicate with real confidence. I always try to create a warm and encouraging atmosphere where students feel comfortable making mistakes an
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Me as a Teacher
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.
My lessons & teaching style
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: Applied conversation practice using today’s grammar and vocabulary
5 minutes: Brief review and preview of the next lesson
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Certificates
Vocational Education Instructor Certificate - Korean Enneagram Education Center - 2021It is a certificate to inform and advise you on the personality, thoughts, and qualifications you need when working in Korea.
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CERTIFICATE OF KOREAN LANGUAGE TEACHER - 20-21-0410 - 2020한국어 문법, 발음, 문화, 교육학 등
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the psychology of educational counseling - Kyung Hee University - 2020It's about studying what kind of education should be given to children and what they can do.
💖 Korean curriculum to complete Korean 💖 Korean Grammar 5, 6 - PPt
C1 - C2Language Essentials209 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
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🎆직장인을 위한 한국어 🎆 👍Korean for the Workplace👍
B1 - C2Business50 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 4% off
🤡어린이를 위한 한국어 모험 🤡 👍Kids Korean Adventure 👍
A1 - C2Kids213 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 4% off
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329 Reviews
Dani
26 Korean lessons
Teacher’s pick
I like that Soo Young teacher keeps me on track during lessons. I sometimes have a lot of questions about similar grammar or similar words that could probably make a lesson take two or three hours, but she's very good about giving me a simple answer and then steering me back onto what we're actually studying. And the lessons are also fun and engaging because the atmosphere is so comfortable. I enjoy that I get to speak, ask questions, and use plenty of Korean instead of just listening for a long time and taking notes. I look forward to the next lesson.
Jul 23, 2025
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
Jewel
4 Korean lessons
Another great grammar lesson with lots of practice and some free talk too.
Mar 24, 2026
Nathalie
62 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
Justin Kim
18 Korean lessons
Great course with structure and good feedback to improve on my language skills!
Mar 31, 2026
Lysann Weiss
97 Korean lessons
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.