516 Korean tutors available
At italki, we offer a wide range of online Korean classes and lessons to help you learn Korean from the comfort of your own home. Our Korean tutors are native speakers with years of experience teaching Korean to learners from all over the world.
80 Lessons
Speaking-Focused Lessons for English&French Speakers | 5+ Years of Experience | Beginners Welcome Hello! I’m Dayeon, a native Korean tutor. My goal is not only to help you understand Korean, but also to help you use it confidently in real conversations. My lessons are a great fit for you if you: * Are starting Korean from the very beginning * Understand grammar but find speaking difficult * Are preparing for a trip to Korea or want to learn everyday conversation Complete beginners are always welcome. I explain everything slowly and clearly at your own pace. < Structured and personalized lessons > I use step-by-step Korean learning materials that I have created myself. They are available in both English and French, so you can choose the language that helps you understand Korean most comfortably. In my lessons, you will learn pronunciation, essential grammar, and practical everyday expressions. You will also have plenty of opportunities to speak by repeatedly practicing questions and answers. The pace and difficulty of each lesson are adjusted according to your level and personal goals. I have over five years of experience teaching English and French, and I also worked as a Korean Language Helper at the Korean Language Center of Korea University. Through these experiences, I have learned how to quickly identify the areas students find difficult and explain them clearly and patiently through a variety of examples and repeated practice. Practice speaking Korean in a relaxed but structured environment. I look forward to meeting you in class!
5 Lessons
Native Korean Tutor | 20 Years in Europe | Practical, Business & Personalized Korean Hello! I'm a native Korean speaker but have spent nearly 20 years living in Europe. Having experienced both Korean and European cultures firsthand, I can explain not only the Korean language but also the culture, mindset, and way of thinking behind it in fluent English. Over the past 12 years, I've built my career in global companies, working for both American multinational corporations and one of Korea's largest companies alongside colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds. Having often served as a bridge between Korean and international cultures, I can help you understand not only everyday Korean but also the practical Korean used in professional and business settings, with clear explanations in English. Learning a new language is about much more than memorizing vocabulary and grammar. To speak naturally, you also need to understand the culture, context, and nuances that shape the language. Having lived abroad for many years myself, I've come to re-discover and understand the Korean language and culture through the eyes of non-Koreans. Because of that, I understand where learners struggle, why certain expressions are confusing, and how to explain them in a way that makes sense. Whether you want to better understand your favorite K-content, communicate more naturally with Korean friends or your partner, prepare to study or work in Korea, or develop professional Korean for the workplace, I'd be delighted to help you on your learning journey.
18.1k Lessons
⭐ Thank you for making me the #1 ranked teacher!!!!!🎁EVENT → https://linktr.ee/koreanstrategy 안녕하세요! I am a certified professional Korean strategist 'Shinnie' registered with the government, ranked first among all teachers (14 years of teaching experience; schools, academies, overseas, and private lessons). I ✅Offer patient, systematic, natural lessons catering to all levels, ages, problems, and requests. ✅Taught Korean while previously working in public enterprises, marketing, and publishing companies, and as an English teacher. After becoming the top-ranked teacher, I decided to quit the corporate job and focus entirely on Korean language teaching. ✅Have developed the independent customized encyclopedia. ✅Perform in Seoul with singing, rapping, vocal, and dance performances. My students ✅Could have casual conversations on many topics in just 3 months. ✅Achieved native-like fluency in Korean from zero in 1 year. ✅Passed KIIP 4, 5, TOPIK 3, 4, 5, 6 on their first attempt. ✅Successfully corrected resumes, cover letters, and passed interviews with prestigious companies such as HYBE Entertainment, Netflix, and Korean companies. ✅Achieved first place in speaking contests and secured scholarships ✅Took lessons to become a singer with Gangnam Style Psy's agency vocalist, with me as the interpreter. ✅Get a pronunciation guide from an American audio recording company. ✅Translated everything on their website. *You can never learn Korean without a strategy. I will explain during the trial lesson how I helped students fully achieve their goals. See you soon!!!
269 Lessons
The certified Korean teacher who loves K-pop Hello👋, I'm Korean tutor 😊Ga-young. I live in Seoul, 🇰🇷Korea! Welcome, dedicated Korean learners! For beginner student, please study in advance and look over the Korean Alphabet(HANGEUL). I will let beginner review Korean alphabet and practice words. So I can focus on conversation when I teach. 🎉Welcome! ☆ I teach students who improve their Korean skills or prepare for TOPIK, 🚩 ※ I teach Korean to children over the age of 8.※ 👏I am an experienced Korean teacher. ✌ I have a certificated teaching Korean. Please look over Hangul first for yourself, and come. I can help beginners review Hangul and practice words. 📖 Teaching Materials 📖 📕 word card(PPT), teaching tool 📔 basic vocabularies 500 card, and grammars present, past, future etc. 📔 Improving Korean skills - 「Sejong Korean」 Communication-oriented. 📗「TOPIK writing」 TOPIK Ⅱ level 3/4/5/6 📘 reading material 「Reading Korean with Culture」 etc. I teach students who improve their Korean skills or prepare for TOPIK, 🚩 ※ I teach Korean to children over the age of 8.※ ✔ Thank you for creating a quiet learning environment. ✔ Thank you for checking whether your laptop or computer is working well. ✔ Thank you for studying Korean hard. - Tutoring Rule. 🕗 Please remember tutoring time, Online tutoring is easy to do without space and time constraints, but constant 🚫cancellation or 🚫rescheduling is not permitted.
24.8k Lessons
Scratch to Advanced, Teach in 🇬🇧, 🇰🇷, 🇯🇵, 25yrs EXP, 53,000 hrs offline and 24,550 hrs online ➡️ OCTOBER 2026 Schedules OPEN ✅ All levels: From scratch to advanced. ✅ Track Record: 25+ years' experience (53,000 hrs offline / 24,550 hrs online) in JSL, KSL, and ESL. ✅ Business Expert: 18+ years as a freelance translator for 95 companies. ✅ Interview Prep: JET Program, job interviews (Japan/Korea). ✅ Exam Prep: JPT, JLPT, TOPIK, and TOEIC. ✅ Editorial: Professional correction of résumés, CVs, and SOPs. ✅ Academic: Proofreading backed by an 18+ year translation career. ⭐ About Me Tailored lessons in English, Korean, Japanese, or basic Spanish/Italian. I'm a native Japanese speaker from Nagano, living in South Korea. Moving frequently in my youth allowed me to master standard Japanese and various dialects. Traveling globally sparked my passion for linguistics. Learning multiple languages helps me deliver intuitive, customized instruction for diverse students with different language backgrounds. ⭐ Methodology Lessons in ENGLISH, KOREAN, JAPANESE, and basic SPANISH/Italian. ❖ All content is documented via Google Docs for high-quality review. ➡️ Approach: Meticulous, interactive, customized, patient, and motivational. ➡️ Focus: Student output and successful second-language acquisition. ➡️ Structure: Interactive practice, vocabulary, grammar, and accent reduction. ➡️ Review: Includes composition practice from the previous lesson. ⭐ Policy ✅ No-show and late cancellations are charged in full without rescheduling. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated.
17.8k Lessons
Hello! I'm Hoyeon. I live on Geoje Island in South Korea. I used to work as a software engineer, and now I work as a Korean tutor. Language learning has always been one of my hobbies. Because of that interest, and for a few different reasons along the way, I eventually started teaching Korean. When we learn a language, I don't think we are creating something completely new. Most of the time, we are recalling and reusing phrases or sentences we have heard or used before. That's why I focus on repetition. My job is to find ways to make that repetition effective without making it boring. Each student receives homework tailored to their needs, including high-quality personalized audio recordings. With this homework, students can practice reading, writing, and listening together. We can choose a reference textbook if needed, but it is not required. <Attendance Policy> • No-show: No refund. • Last-minute cancellation: If you cancel within 6 hours of the lesson, 50% of the lesson fee will be charged. • If you need to cancel or reschedule a lesson, please do so directly through the italki system. There is no need to wait for my confirmation, and doing so promptly helps avoid missing the cancellation window. • In most cases, I will accept rescheduling or cancellation requests made at least 6 hours before the lesson. • Please be considerate when making changes to your schedule. Frequent last-minute changes make it difficult for other students to book available lesson times.
4,144 Lessons
My mother-tongue is Korean. But I've learned English, Japanese and Chinese. So I truly understand how difficult learning languages is. I'm very positive, patient and enthusiastic. And I prepare each lesson only for A student. For example, if a student has a tendency to make mistakes using the present perfect, I usually prepare more focused lessons that he or she can repeatedly practice using the present perfect. I believe you could learn more through the mistakes that you make. And I will be there for you to correct or coach whenever you need it. You are going to be very very proud of yourself in the end. Let's have fun learning!!
9,653 Lessons
🌏 Multilingual Tutor EN / KR / JP / 中文 | 9500+ lessons | 7 yrs exp | Adult & Kids | Friendly tutor ***NOTICE*** ✅ December & January schedules are updated .BOOK NOW! ✅ Updated schedule every month on the 1st. 🌍 About Me ✨ Top 1% italki Korean Teacher 6+ years teaching Korean & Japanese | 9000+ lessons taught ✨ Multilingual Communication Fluent in English, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin — making beginners feel comfortable from the start ✨ Teaching Style Patient, adaptive, and focused on making lessons engaging, relaxed, and enjoyable ✨ WE LEARN BEST WHEN WE FEEL COMFORTABLE ✨😌👂🗣️🚀 With my lessons, you will: ✅ Improve your casual conversation skills ✅ Improve your pronunciation and speak more naturally and confidently
4,085 Lessons
A professional Korean teacher with 6years of experience Hello! I’m SeongMin from South Korea. I majored in Russian Language and Literature and spent 12 years living and working in Saint Petersburg. I hold a Korean language teaching certificate, love traveling (40+ countries), meeting people, and discovering cultures. I believe learning languages opens the door to a whole new world. Здравствуйте! Я Сон Мин из Южной Кореи, сейчас живу в Испании. Я окончила университет по специальности «Русский язык и литература» и прожила 12 лет в Санкт-Петербурге. У меня есть сертификат преподавателя корейского языка. Люблю путешествовать (40+ стран), встречать людей и узнавать новые культуры. Уверена, что языки открывают путь в новый мир. I began tutoring Korean at university, teaching international students and later Russian employees at Korean companies. For 6+ years, I’ve taught online in Russian and English, delivering over 4,000 lessons. Having learned foreign languages myself, I understand the struggles. While grammar, reading, and writing matter, enjoying the process with confidence is the key. Я начала преподавать корейский в университете, обучая иностранных студентов, а позже — сотрудников российских компаний. Уже более 6 лет веду онлайн-уроки на русском и английском, проведя свыше 4000 занятий. Как человек, изучавший иностранные языки, я знаю трудности. главное — учиться с удовольствием и уверенностью.
2,752 Lessons
🌱 Speak Korean at Your Own Speed — With a Kind Teacher Who Supports Every Step I’ve taught Korean to learners from teenagers to adults, both offline and online. My students come from diverse backgrounds and study Korean for travel, TOPIK, daily life, or work. ✔️ I’ve helped: • Beginners who didn’t know Hangul • Shy students build speaking confidence • TOPIK learners improve grammar and writing • Workers in hotels, airlines, and customer service learn job-specific Korean Each learner is different. So I adjust the speed, materials, and focus to match your goals and level. Many students start with no Korean, but grow steadily with support and review. My classes are open to learners aged 13 and up, and I always try to make learning warm, practical, and stress-free.
3,610 Lessons
Structured, level-based Korean lessons for TOPIK and overall proficiency, with optional practice. Top 1% Korean Teacher on italki | MA | 5,000+ Hours Master Korean with clarity & real results.🎓 “Why can’t I understand native speakers?” “How can I reach my TOPIK goal?” If this sounds familiar, you need more than just conversation. You need a structured learning system. With a Master’s in Korean Language Education and 5,000+ hours of experience, including university institutes, I help you improve efficiently through clear and systematic lessons. 💎 Why Jessie’s Class? Structured Learning: Tailored lessons with a professional curriculum and clear, measurable progress. TOPIK Preparation: Focused on practical exam strategies, question types, and solving skills based on continuous research. Business Korean: 6+ years in HR, Sales Support & Accounting. Learn real workplace Korean, including professional emails and communication. Precision Feedback: Detailed writing corrections and a personalized Google Drive folder for your materials. 🌟 What You Get Clear Grammar: Simple and logical explanations for even the most confusing patterns. Balanced Training: Integrated speaking, listening, reading, and writing practice. Professional Quality: Standard Seoul accent and well-structured, high-quality lessons. Immersive Environment: A focused learning environment designed for fast and natural improvement. 🌍 Background BA & MA in Korean Language Education Certified Korean Language Teacher(Government) Teaching experience at university language institutes Students from 20+ countries
3,522 Lessons
✅ Certified Korean Educator: Speak Korean Step by Step with Friendly and Patient Korean Teacher 🇰🇷 **Speak Korean Naturally. Sound Confident. Feel the Culture.** 🇺🇸 English-Friendly | 🌱 Beginner-Friendly | 🎯 Real-Life Korean Hi! I'm a certified Korean language teacher and TESOL-qualified educator with 10 years of teaching experience and students from 15+ countries. From American families to global professionals and corporate learners at Hyundai Heavy Industries, I've helped students build real confidence in Korean and English. ✨ My teaching style? Practical, personalized, and engaging. Whether you're starting from zero, preparing for an exam, or looking to speak Korean more naturally, I'll help you reach your goals with lessons that fit you. Less memorizing. More speaking. Real progress. 🚀 **Let's make Korean your next superpower!
1,773 Lessons
🥇KIDS Chinese expert with TPRS|6000+ Experienced🎓Professional 🎓Patient🎓Flexible🥇 🌏【华裔儿童专属中文导师 | 文化桥梁建造者】🌏 嗨!我是雅子老师,服务4-18岁海外华裔家庭。持有国际汉语教师证书及普通话一级,独创"三语沉浸教学法"(中英韩自由切换),特别理解双语成长中的语言混淆问题。5年帮助6000+华裔孩子建立文化认同感! ✅I have 5 years experience of teaching Chinese in China and Korea. I have the certificate of teaching chiense as a foreign language .I really enjoy talking with people from different cultures. I have an obsession with teaching and drinking different coffee in some special cafes. ✅Do NOT hesitate to book a trail lesson with me, I will make a unique plan for u. ✅our class is 1 to 1, if you want two or more stusents to learn with me, please text to me before you purchase classes. ✅我工作在上海的大学,主要教小朋友和成人快乐学中文。他们来自英国、澳大利亚、新西兰、新加坡、美国、韩国等各个国家。我非常喜欢历史、旅游和健身🏋️,我喜欢和不同国家的人交流,我也是一个语言学习爱好者,我自己学习了韩语和日语。 I work at a university in Shanghai, mainly teaching children and adults to learn Chinese happily. They come from various countries such as the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the US, and South Korea. I really enjoy history, traveling, and fitness【Hyrox and Body Combat】 . I enjoy communicating with people from different countries, and I am also a language learning enthusiast. I have learned Korean and Japanese myself. ✍️ I always prepare my lessons according to different students ' Chinese level . ✍️ I will provide you with unique text books , some materials and powerpoints made by myself . ✍️ I will teach you Chinese with the easiest method and conclude some tips for you .
13.7k Lessons
Speaking-Focused Class🌷 (for ages 15 and older) + lesson note on Google Doc 😻Why with Sana?😻 - Friendly & Patient🥰 - A Great Listener🦻🏻 - Instant Corrections & Feedback✨ - Lesson Notes & Writing Homework📝 - Fun & Engaging Lessons with Interesting Topics💡
936 Lessons
✨ The ultimate Korean teacher to uncover your potential, with more than 7 years of experience ✨ 🌟I'm thrilled to have this opportunity to introduce myself and share my passion for teaching Korean to curious minds like yours!🌟 As a dedicated Korean language teacher, I bring a unique blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and cultural insights to every session. With 7+ years of experience under my belt, I've honed a teaching philosophy that revolves around fostering a supportive and immersive environment where students can thrive and truly connect with the language. I really believe that creativity is key to language learning, as it encourages us to think outside the box, embrace our mistakes, and express ourselves with confidence! 😊✨
601 Lessons
한국어 어려워요?😭 아니요! 한국어 쉬워요!😁 정민 쌤이 도와줄게요!🤓 저는 한국어 교원 능력 자격증을 보유하고 있으며, 중국어 교육학을 전공했습니다. 또한 온라인 플랫폼에서 3년간 한국어를 가르치며 다양한 학생들을 지도해 왔습니다. 그래서 학생들이 한국어를 공부할 때 어려워하는 부분을 잘 이해하고 있으며, 이를 효과적으로 개선할 수 있도록 지도할 수 있습니다. 我拥有韩国语教师资格证,并主修中文教育。此外,我在网络平台上已经连续三年教授韩语,指导过来自不同国家的学生。因此,我非常了解学生在学习韩语时遇到的困难,并能够有效地帮助他们提高韩语水平。 I hold a Korean Language Teacher Certification and majored in Department of Teaching Chinese as a Second Language. Over the past three years, I have been teaching Korean on online platforms to students from different countries. I understand common challenges in learning Korean and can help students improve effectively, speaking Korean naturally like a native!
2,192 Lessons
Professional tutor who tells interesting stories about Korea with extensive knowledge. - Professional teacher (Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language) - Instructor in Practice at Kyung Hee University Language Institute (2021.1~2021.3) - Since my major was music and I worked as a vocal director, I can correct your pronunciation accurately.
17.0k Lessons
💜I've taught Korean more than 16,000 hours online. I have taught Korean for over 16,000 hours on italki, working with learners from many different countries and backgrounds. My students range from complete beginners to advanced speakers, and I’ve helped them achieve goals like daily conversation, TOPIK preparation, and long-term fluency. Many students say they feel comfortable speaking with me from the very first lesson. I’m known for being patient, clear, and supportive, creating a safe space where learners feel encouraged to speak and grow with confidence.
2,332 Lessons
Zero To Intermdiate #TOPIK #KIIP From Pohang, South Korea / Bachelor in International Relations & Hotel Management / 2 year experience as a translator in military and marketing / mentor in AIESEC and Hapkido union / 7 year experience as Korean teacher #𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐓𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 🎤Lots of Speaking 🗣️Pronunciation Correction 🧠Comprehensible Grammar 🎬In-Korea Scenario Practice 🤗Insufferable Amount of Homework #𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐊 #𝐊𝐈𝐈𝐏 ✍️TOPIK II Writing 💡Exam Tip 🎤KIIP Speaking 🧠Vocabulary Repetition 🤗Insufferable Amount of Homework I love teaching. First I taught English to Koreans since 2017. Then in 2018 I saw people started to love our music and contents, which made me teach Korean to this day. After many lessons I realized that the best way for me to give help is to teach my mother tongue. Now I use the languages I learned to help people reach their goals. Я также преподал более 2000 уроков на русском. I feel the true sense of happiness when I know I am of service. I quickly fell in love teaching Korean and continue to teach ever since. I teach either beginners or test preparers. Including both on and offline I taught more than 5000 lessons to groups and individual students. When it comes to test preparation, my students experienced on average 60 points increase in TOPIK and 100% pass rate in KIIP
1,685 Lessons
Passionate language tutor with 5+ years of online teaching—making learning exciting, easy, and fun! Hi! 👋 I’m a native Moroccan Arabic speaker, and I also speak English and Korean. I love languages and enjoy helping people discover new cultures through language learning. I specialize in Moroccan Darija and Modern Standard Arabic, and I also teach English and Korean. Whether you’re a complete beginner or want to improve your current skills, I’ll help you learn in a simple and comfortable way. I have over 5 years of experience teaching online and have worked with students of different ages and backgrounds. I want my lessons to be both useful and enjoyable. I use real-life situations and a variety of materials, such as flashcards, audio, PDFs, videos, and conversation activities, to help you learn naturally. I’m patient and flexible, and I adapt my lessons to your goals, needs, and learning style. During our lessons, we can focus on: 🗣️ Speaking and conversation 📖 Reading ✍️ Writing 🎧 Listening 📚 Grammar and vocabulary After each lesson, I can also give you homework and useful practice materials to help you review and make progress. Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy: Lessons can only be canceled or rescheduled at least 24 hours before the lesson start time. My goal is to help you feel confident, comfortable, and motivated while learning. We’ll take it step by step and focus on what works best for you. I’m looking forward to helping you reach your language goals! 😊
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