1st lesson free
Jim
- Rate £18
- Response 1h
£18/hr
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1st lesson free
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Half in Seoul, Half in NYC: Authentic Korean for All Levels from Native
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About Jim
Hi! My name is Jim and I am a fully bilingual, dual-culture Korean tutor with a deep understanding of both Eastern and Western worlds.
I was born and raised in South Korea, moving to New York City when I was 15 years old. Having spent exactly half my life in Seoul and the last 20 years in NYC, I don't just teach the Korean language—I teach the culture, mindset, and lifestyle. My formal education in Korea through middle school gave me a flawless native foundation, which I later advanced through rigorous self-study to a high school and college level.
Beyond language, I am a creative professional. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) and an MFA in Industrial Design from Parsons School of Design in NYC. My background in design means I bring a highly visual, organized, and engaging approach to teaching. Whether we are analyzing the architectural terms in a Korean historical drama, breaking down the visual metaphors in a K-movie, or having an advanced conversation about global culture, I tailor my perspective to bridge the gap between Korea and the West.
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About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- GCSE
- +19
levels :
Primary
Secondary
GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTEC
Adult Education
Masters
Doctorate
MBA
Nursery
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Kids
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Custom Learning Paths for Every Level
Whether you are starting from zero or looking to polish your fluency, our lessons are tailored to your specific goals and background.
•For Beginners: Building a Strong Foundation
We start from the very beginning with a structured, step-by-step approach.
-Master Hangul: Learn to read and write the Korean alphabet quickly and accurately.
-Textbook-Guided Structure: Use clear, proven materials to master core vocabulary and essential grammar rules.
-Practical Phrases: Build the confidence to introduce yourself and handle basic everyday interactions.
•For Intermediate to Advanced Learners: Cultural Immersion
If you already know the basics and want to maintain, practice, or elevate your skills, we ditch the rigid textbooks. Our sessions become active, dynamic discussions centered around global and local culture.
-Real Conversations: Practice natural, everyday speech patterns used by real natives in Seoul today.
-Pop Culture & Media: Dive into K-pop lyrics, Korean hit shows, films, and trending internet culture.
-The Dual-Perspective Advantage: Compare cultural nuances, humor, and societal references between Korea, NYC, and the world.
-Idioms & Slang: Move past textbook language to learn the expressions that make you sound truly fluent.
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Rates
Rate
- £18
Pack prices
- 5h: £90
- 10h: £180
online
- £18/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Jim will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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