Hello, my name is Kyo Jon and I'm an experienced native Korean tutor currently living in Korea, South. I have been giving Korean lessons online with Verbalplanet since 2026. I am currently offering a free initial trial lesson for new students.
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About me - English
When I’m not teaching, I’m exploring nature, travelling, or relaxing with Netflix. 🌿 ✈️ I love meeting people from all cultures and would love to hear your story too!
Quick Facts:
Global Life: Graduated in NZ, lived/worked in AU & UK. Currently in Korea, but moving back to the UK soon! 🌏 🇬🇧
Interests: Self-taught ukulele player 🪕, Ballet enthusiast 🩰, and a fan of psychology & history. 🧠
Full-time Tutor: Former UX/UI designer turned dedicated Korean teacher. I offer a flexible schedule just for you! 💻 ✨
First lessons can be daunting, but I promise you’ll leave our trial feeling motivated! 🚀
Book your trial lesson today—let's start this journey together! 👋
Qualifications & Experience
6+ Years of Teaching Experience: Dedicated Korean tutor helping students of all levels—from absolute beginners to advanced learners. 📈
Full-Time Professional Tutor: Transitioned from a career in UX/UI design to focus entirely on education, providing high-quality, structured, and student-centred lessons. 👩🏫
Global Educational Background: Graduated from university in New Zealand and gained extensive professional experience living and working in Australia and the UK. 🌏
Effective Communication: Fluent in English with a deep understanding of Western culture, making it easy to explain complex Korean concepts clearly. 🗣️
Curriculum Design Specialist: Skilled at creating engaging materials and setting personalised homework that matches each student's learning pace. 📝
Adaptability: Expert at tailoring lessons for various goals, including travel, business, relocation, and hobbies. ✨
Teaching Approach
My goal is to make Korean learning enjoyable, structured, and stress-free. I believe consistency comes from having fun while seeing real progress! 🚀
Customised Learning Path: We use professional textbooks as a base, but I supplement them with engaging real-world content (K-Dramas, news, or culture) tailored to your interests. 📚✨
Step-by-Step for Beginners: For total beginners, I use a proven method to help you master Hangeul (the alphabet) in just a few hours. 💡
Interactive & Immersive: I encourage you to speak Korean from Day 1. Even if it's just a few words, I create a safe and encouraging space for you to practice until you feel confident. 🗣️🇰🇷
Constructive Feedback: I provide real-time corrections for pronunciation and grammar, ensuring we revisit tricky points in future lessons so they truly stick. ✅
Personalised Homework: To keep the momentum going, I provide manageable homework that fits your busy schedule and learning pace. 📝
Your learning time is yours! I am super patient and always adapt my pace to match yours. Let’s make your Korean journey a success together! 🤝
