Privacy Notice
Greenheart International
Effective Date: 1/9/2019
This privacy notice describes how Greenheart International collects, uses, and discloses Personally Identifying Information (also known as “PII”) or Personal Data (collectively “Personal Information”) from and about users of Greenheart International websites. This privacy notice also applies to any associated paper forms. Please read this privacy notice before using Greenheart International websites or submitting any personal information.
These practices may be changed at any time. Changes will be posted along with the date of the change. You should review this privacy notice when you visit Greenheart International websites to make sure that you understand how Personal Information is collected, used, and disclosed.
Why We Collect Information
The Personal Information you provide to us is only used to:
- Fulfill your specific request or provide the service or information you requested
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We may use non-Personal Information for additional reasons described in the remainder of this privacy notice.
If you identify yourself to us by sending us an email with questions or comments, we may retain your comments for future reference.
What Information We Collect
Greenheart collects Personal Information, which is information that on its own or in combination with other information may be used to identify, contact, or locate an individual. Examples include:
- Name
- Address
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Greenheart International collects other information that relates to you but does not identify you. Examples include clickstream data and web-browsing information (such as the date and time you visit a website, whether you click on various advertisements or links and the search terms you enter when using a website), and information about your computer, device and internet connection, and geographic location.
How We Collect Personal Information
We collect Personal Information from you in the following ways:
- When you register for one of our websites or submit an inquiry through one of our websites;
- When you complete and submit a paper or electronic form associated with Greenheart International;
- When you send us an email or use other features of one of our websites to contact or interact with us;
- When you contact us by telephone regarding Greenheart International; or
- Automatically when you visit Greenheart International websites (n.b., the only Personal Information we automatically collect is your IP address, which is only considered Personal Information in certain circumstances).
Distribution of Information
We may share information gathered by us from Greenheart International websites with governmental agencies or other companies assisting us in providing services to you. We may do so when:
- Permitted or required by law;
- We apply for or assist you in applying for a visa or other documentation necessary for you to participate in one of our programs;
- Interacting with third parties who are involved in, assist in the provision of or are otherwise involved with our programs, products, and services (e.g., host families, travel agencies, schools, U.S. Department of State); or
- Trying to protect against, prevent or investigate actual or potential fraud or unauthorized transactions.
Information provided under one of the four preceding bullet points will not be used by those receiving it for marketing purposes, unless specifically authorized by the user.
Third parties who provide webhosting services or other services that make possible the operation of Greenheart International websites and the services you request through the websites may have access to information that you provide us to the extent that those third parties require access to our databases to service the websites.
In connection with the sale or transfer of all or part of our assets, we reserve the right to transfer information we have obtained from or about you.
We are not responsible for any breach of security or for any actions of any third parties that receive information from us.
Transfer of Information
Greenheart International websites are hosted and maintained in the United States of America. Your Personal Information may be transmitted to countries outside of the European Economic Area, including the United States of America. You can obtain details of the mechanism under which your personal data is transferred outside the EU by contacting us. If your Personal Information is transferred outside the European Economic Area to third party service providers, we will take steps to ensure that your Personal Information receives the same level of protection as if it remained within the European Economic Area, including by entering into data transfer agreements using the European Commission approved Standard Contractual Clauses, or by relying on certification schemes such as the EU–US Privacy Shield.
Cookie/Tracking Technology – Use of Non-Personal Information
Greenheart International websites use cookie and tracking technology to collect non-Personal Information. Our system also automatically gathers information about areas you visit on our websites, and about the links you select from within one of our websites to the other areas of the World Wide Web or elsewhere online. We use such information in the aggregate to understand how our users as a group use the services and resources provided on our websites. This way we know which areas of our websites are preferred by our users, which areas need improvement, and what technologies are being used so that we may continually improve our websites. Personal Information cannot be collected via cookies and other tracking technology, however, if you previously provided us with your Personal Information, cookies may be tied to such information. Aggregate cookie and tracking information may be shared with third parties but that aggregate information does not identify individual website users. Our web servers do not record visitor email addresses unless that information is submitted by the visitor. We may determine what technology is available through your browser to provide you with the most appropriate version of a web page. Greenheart International uses Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, Gravity Forms, Yoast, Formstack, Calendly, GoOverseas, and other web traffic tracking tools.
Links to Other Websites
Greenheart International websites contain links to other websites. These links are for your convenience. We do not control, endorse or review the privacy notices of other websites, which may be different than this privacy notice. You should review the privacy notice of other websites before choosing to disclose Personal Information.
Data Security
Greenheart takes steps to secure your Personal Information. We exercise care in providing secure transmissions when we need to transfer your Personal Information from our servers. Our websites use secure server software encryption, which is indicated by https in the url of the website. Encryption is a common method of ensuring that information remains private. Greenheart International cannot guarantee or warrant that the information that you transmit to us, or any communications is completely secure.
Retention of Personal Information
Greenheart International only retains data for as long as necessary for the purposes indicated in this privacy notice or for such other period as may be permitted or required by law.
Children’s Privacy
For children age 14-16, Greenheart International takes additional steps to protect their Personal Information. We do not intend to collect Personal Information from children aged 13 or younger. These additional steps include:
- Notifying parents about our privacy practices, including the types of Personal Information we may collect, how the Personal Information is used, and with whom (and how) it is disclosed;
- Obtaining consent from the parent for the collection of Personal Information, which may be done in a paper format;
- Collecting and storing only the Personal Information reasonably necessary for the purpose we for which we are receiving it; and
- Providing parents with the right to request access to or a copy of their children’s Personal Information.
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The marks Greenheart, Greenheart Heart Logo, and Sobresmesa are either registered or unregistered trademarks of Greenheart International. All Rights Reserved. Any unauthorized use is prohibited.
Your Rights
Certain jurisdictions provide their residents or citizens with certain rights about their Personal Information. These may include the right to request access to the data we hold about you, to obtain a copy of your Personal Information, to request that your Personal Information be erased, to correct inaccurate information, to ask us to restrict how we process your Personal Information, or to withdraw your consent to our processing of your Personal Information. Your individual rights will depend on your residency and citizenship.
Please contact us using the following information for more information about this privacy notice, to notify us of a concern or complaint, or to exercise any of the individual rights you may have.
Data Protection Officer
By mail: 742 N LaSalle Dr. Chicago, IL 60654 Suite 300, USA
By email: click here
By phone: +1 312-944-2544
Additionally, all marketing emails and newsletters from Greenheart International allow you to opt out of further correspondence. You can do so by clicking the link within the emails, which will guide you on how to opt-out.
If you want to teach English In Korea do you have to have a degree in another field like in the United States?
Hi Ariana!
You can read more about the program eligibility requirements here: https://greenhearttravel.org/program/adult/teach/tesol-south-korea#/tab/eligibility
Hi.
I’m a South African based citizen and I’m only left with two years to finish my bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences. I would really love to teach English in South Korea and also learn new things, when should I start applying for the job and what procedure can I follow ?
Kind regards.
Mbali Dubazana
Hi Mbali,
You can check out our website for this program here: https://greenhearttravel.org/program/adult/teach/tesol-south-korea#/tab/overview
You can navigate to the different tabs on the left hand side to learn about eligibility requirements, the application process, and expectations.
Hi,
I have just finished my High School and am applying for my College. Can I apply for a TEFL Degree right now to teach English in Korea or do I have to complete my college?
I so badly want this job.
Hi Batika,
You can learn more about the program’s eligibility requirements here: https://greenhearttravel.org/program/adult/teach/tesol-south-korea#/tab/eligibility
Hello, I am interested in teaching English in South Korea in the future. I have been doing my research and I have discovered that most jobs are for a 1 year contract. Is there any way that you can work there full time as a permanent job?
Hi Elisa,
Once you are on program, if you develop a good relationship with the school you are teaching at, they may offer to extend your contract. However, we cannot guarantee a permanent job.
Hi I have a year left of my degree and want to apply to teach abroad in south korea after I graduate. I have met all of the requirements but do not have my gcse maths I have a level 1 and 3 in function skill maths . I also have years experience of working in educational settings. I wanted to know if it will make a difference and any advice you can offer me .
Thankyou
Hello and thank you for your inquiry. Please connect with us via email at travelabroad@greenheart.org and we can answer specific questions about your interest! Cheers, Greenheart Travel
hi, i want to teach abroad as well after I’m out of high school and this article really helped, if you don’t mind me asking, what are you majoring in?
Hi, I’m currently pursuing a master’s in architecture in my home country in Africa. English is my first language and I’m currently learning Korean. I would like to know if I am eligible for a teaching position in South Korea.
Hi Stacie,
You can read more about eligibility requirements on our website by navigating to the eligibility tab on this webpage: https://greenhearttravel.org/program/adult/teach/tesol-south-korea
I’m a senior in Highschool, and I have been trying to find out what would be good to major in, so I can go overseas to teach English. I’m not finding anything online about what major would be best, Do you know what major would be most helpful?
As long as you have at least a Bachelor’s degree (4 year degree in America), your major doesn’t matter as much as having TEFL or TESOL training/certification. The degree is mostly required for visas, whereas the certification is usually the requirement for the actual teaching job. I’m majoring in Healthcare Administration, two friends of mine are business majors. We’re all doing our TEFL certification as well.
Ok so I’m in high school and I want to be an English teacher in South korea. I’ve been doing some research and most people say that you can only work there for one year. Is it possible to work there as a permanent job?
Hello! Sorry for the delay. For more information on our programs, please reach out to our email travelabroad@greenheart.org. Cheers, Greenheart Travel
Hi, I’m from Kenya with a B.Ed. arts(English and literature). Do I qualify to teach English in Korea?
Hello! Sorry for the delay. For more information on our programs, please reach out to our email travelabroad@greenheart.org. Cheers, Greenheart Travel
Hi
I am a South African based citizen and would like to teach english in South korea. Please kindly advise on the procedure to follow.
Regards,
Bongeka Mlambo
Hello! Sorry for the delay. For more information on our programs, please reach out to our email travelabroad@greenheart.org. Cheers, Greenheart Travel
Hi I’m about to be a sophomore in high school and I’ve always had a live for teaching and Korea so I thought it’ll be best to teach in Korea but while doing my research it’s a requirement to have a bachelors but my question is do I have to get that degree in the U.S or can I get in Korea
You can get that in Korea also!
Most articles here in Go Overseas will tackle the differences between public and private institutions and all that you need to know to find yourself a job. Below is a list of things for those preparing to teach in South Korea. This is not a comprehensive list of what to know before teaching in South Korea, but rather a few tips and advice on things you will probably wish you knew once you arrive.
Hey, I’m wondering how you found a reputable website to find a job online? I see so many different sites and programs but am never sure which ones are actually worth while.
Thank you so much for this “real” advice. Your blog is so helpful to those of us considering this big step. I have an adopted daughter from South Korea so I would be bringing her with me. She will be in her Senior year in HS. How likely would it be that she could be enrolled near where I would be teaching? Any advice would be so appreciated.
So I’m a freshman in high school and I really want to take up this job even though my parents don’t really want me to. I wanted to ask though, how much exactly do you make a year? Let’s say you got your masters in education and now you are teaching English in Korea. Also, the one year program is mandatory before you get an actual job or do you ever really have an actual inset job where you see students grow up and you get more students as they get in higher grades or do you just keep requesting for another year where ever you are placed?
Hey Jess! A Bachelor’s (4 year college degree) is required to apply so you’ll need to wait until after college to apply! Salary is around $2,000 a month but this does goes up each year and with more qualifications (Like a master’s degree). The one year program is mandatory, yes.
Can I also apply for a english teaching job in South Korea as a german citizen?
How would you rate the chances of getting a 1 year contract (either in a public or private school) for people that are not native english speakers?
However, I will finish my university in the following months and get my bachelors degree in business and psychology in 2019 and I am obviously planing to either do my TEFL or TESOL before I take any further steps towards my dream of living and working abroad.
Kind regards,
Shweta Bajaj
Honestly, this helped alot. I’ve wanted to move to South Korea since i started watching dramas and tv shows and somewhat learning the language in 3rd grade on my own. I’m now only a freshman in highschool but I love cooking but I can see that if I really wanted to live in South Korea I would just do a teaching job. English is also the subject I am advanced in so this career works right in. Some questions I have are;
– Are u allowed to only teach one year abroad or can you stay longer(a lot longer) or do they choose how long you have to stay
– Are we allowed to choose where we would like to teach, or does the program choose for us? For an example, I’d want to teach in Jeju City
– Should i get a teaching degree in the U.S. or in South Korea?
I’m glad this was helpful!
Contracts with the public school program are for one year, with the option to extend for additional years if you like. Teachers can express a preference for one location, but the program places all over the country so it’s important to be flexible. It’s a beautiful country with lots to offer, no matter where you’re placed!
Korean schools prefer that English teachers are educated in fully English-speaking environments, so it’s best to have a degree from the US. However, your bachelor’s degree can be in any subject – if it’s not in teaching, you’ll just have to get a TEFL certification, which you can generally do as an online course.
Feel free to email us me at smcdermott@greenheart.org with any questions!
I like your personal take on things.
I agree that you will stress yourself out by trying to change the educational system here.
It’s best just to work with each student to the best of your abilities.
The ESL academies are a hit and miss but there are tons in Seoul.
Public school /EPIC / GEPIK openings are normally further away from the center of Seoul but offer great structured teaching experience.
Great article