Individuals looking to learn Korean can do so with help from a Raleigh-Durham Korean course offered by Varsity Tutors. Learning Korean has many benefits, whether you are a student at Durham School of the Arts, you are participating in Korean classes at North Carolina State University, or you are an adult looking to expand your lingual abilities for job opportunities or future travel plans. Learning Korean can make you more marketable in the international job market, it can expand your chances of studying abroad, and it can allow you to talk to people across the globe. No matter the reason for your interest in learning the language, signing up for our course can help you build your command.
Korean is spoken by around 75 million people across the world, including over 45 million people in South Korea and nearly 25 million people in North Korea. Korean is the official language of both North Korea (Democratic People's Republic of Korea) and South Korea (Republic of Korea), but each country uses the language a little differently. There are some nuances between North and South Korean spelling, alphabetization, and vocabulary choice.
The fact that Korean is a language isolate means it's a totally new challenge for anyone looking to learn it. A language isolate is a language that does not share obvious relationships with any other languages. For native English speakers, it may be difficult to understand Korean because of the unique sentence structures, verb conjugation, pronunciations, and other intricacies. If you are trying to learn Korean but are struggling with certain areas of this language, think about reaching out to Varsity Tutors to sign up for a Raleigh-Durham Korean course.
What can I learn in a Raleigh-Durham Korean class?
If you want to strengthen your Korean language abilities, no matter your skill level, you may be interested in signing up for a Korean class. In a Korean class, you can learn about the areas of this language that may be difficult for you to grasp. For example, Korean sentence structure poses difficulties because it encourages grammar that seems incorrect in English. For example, in English, we would say, "I drove the bus," but in Korean, we would say, "I the bus drove." Even though this sounds wrong, it is accurate in Korean. Since this isn't exactly intuitive for native English speakers, they must break some otherwise healthy habits in order to communicate correctly in Korean. If you want extra help getting used to Korean sentence structure, just enroll in a Raleigh-Durham Korean class.
Another area of the Korean language where some native English speakers struggle is verb conjugation. Unlike English, where verbs are conjugated based on the subjects, Korean verbs are actually conjugated based on speech levels. Also, a conjugated verb can stand on its own as a complete sentence in Korean. When it comes to speech levels, Korean uses these levels as a way to show respect. In your Raleigh-Durham Korean class, you can learn about the various speech levels, such as casual speech, informal polite, and formal polite.
When signing up for a Korean class, you are signing up for comprehensive Korean lessons instructed by a skilled and professional teacher. At Varsity Tutors, we put instructors through a rigorous vetting process. Each Korean instructor is skilled not only in speaking Korean, but also in educating students effectively. Feel confident and comfortable working with your Korean instructor. During your live, online lessons, feel free to ask questions in real time to receive quick and concise replies. Not only can this benefit you, but it can also benefit your peers who may have similar questions. Students can interact with one another through our collaborative platform as well, so you can get plenty of practice with written and spoken Korean to feel more confident in your skills. You can also book individual time with your instructor if you need some extra help on any topics.
How do I enroll in a Raleigh-Durham Korean course?
If you are considering a Korean course, it is easy to enroll. At Varsity Tutors, we offer Korean courses that start on a monthly basis, so it never takes too long to get you started. Whether you are Southeast Raleigh High School student or a professional working a full-time job, we offer plenty of sections to accommodate your busy schedule. Courses also take place during the mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. All you have to do to get started is reach out to us, and our educational consultants can help you enroll in a Raleigh-Durham Korean course.

Brooke: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...love finding new and different techniques to make learning as fun and effective as possible. I try to provide the most comfortable atmosphere for all my students. I taught abroad and I am looking forward to tutoring ESL to anyone who needs improvement. I also have experience in Broadcasting, Film Production, and Photography. In my spare time, I love going outside and taking pictures of anything and everything. I also love music and movies. Living...
Education & Certification
- Appalachian State University - Bachelors, Communications in the Electronic Media
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- ESL/ELL
- Languages
- Art
- +33 subjects

Matthew: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...cardiology lab at Emory University School of Medicine. While I am interested in chemistry, math among others in STEM, I am very passionate about biotechnology and general biology including genetics, physiology, and cell biology. As an aspiring dentist, I am currently working towards getting a dental degree. During my undergraduate career, I had several experiences of helping other students with learning materials and quiz/exam preparation. I am excited to have another opportunity to help other...
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelors, Anthropology and Human Biology
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Elementary School Math
- ACT
- Pre-Calculus
- +71 subjects

Jason: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...really hard to help students understand the questions, background behind the questions, and ways to approach to solve the questions. I am a senior at university with Chemistry with Pre-dental degree. I am working at school as a peer tutor as well, teaching chemistry and math. I really like to teach students and feel happiness when they understand the concepts of questions! Outside of tutoring, I enjoy playing piano and bass. I also like to...
Education & Certification
- University of North Florida - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Elementary School Math
- Chemistry
- Pre-Algebra
- +20 subjects

Michelle: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...college. Prior to spending four years at Tufts, I attended a boarding school in Massachusetts where I was committed to tutoring middle school students at a local Boys and Girls' Club for all four years. I always enjoyed seeing the energy of younger students who were eager to learn and their visible improvements. I also worked as a teaching assistant for an SAT prep center where I tutored SAT verbal and writing along with SAT...
Education & Certification
- Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Math
- PSAT
- Calculus
- +30 subjects

Gregory: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
empty... Relaxed and accommodating, but direct and impact-driven.... Get to know their background and the best way they retain information.... Provide self-prep materials, and evaluate their performance.... Show impact of results and progress.... Find alternative approaches, and practice.... Help them practice reading and understand main concepts.... Give them effective instruction, but also time.... Provide fun examples or real-life applications.... Asking questions throughout teaching the session.... With conversation about the subject and practice-test results.... What is their most effective way of learning, and what are their biggest struggles and strengths?
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- ISEE-Upper Level Quantitative Reasoning
- SAT Subject Tests
- +38 subjects

Sean: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...academic goals and be a mentor for non-academic counseling as well (e.g. career mentoring, what are your values in life etc). I will be tutoring mainly graduate test prep, particularly the GMAT, but I can tutor any college subject materials as well (mainly in Math, Statistics, and any business subjects). I have had a successful career outside of tutoring as well so if you are aspiring to work in business after college and want to...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- GRE Subject Test in Mathematics
- Competition Math
- ACT Science
- +59 subjects

Melissa: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...While I lived in Beijing, China, I enjoyed traveling to famous landmarks such as the Great Wall and Summer Palace. In addition to teaching at an international school, I spent my time tutoring English to elementary students at a private academy. My expertise teaching English includes grammar, writing, and speaking. I also enjoy teaching math because I can make the subject interesting by using real-life examples. As a graduate student, I value education and I...
Education & Certification
- James Madison University - Bachelor of Science, Public Policy and Administration
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Master in Public Health Administration, Public Administration
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- Elementary Math
- ISEE- Lower Level
- +19 subjects

Kevin: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. But first and foremost, it is important that each student identifies the reason that he or she is studying for. Once that goal is vividly envisioned by the student, he or she will find enjoyment and satisfaction in understanding and applying new concepts as the student progresses towards his or her goal one step at a time. After we gain some momentum, it is simply a matter of time before...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Spanish
- Algebra 2
- PSAT
- +25 subjects

Josiah: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...background and work well in bridging the gap between the two cultures. I have extensive experience teaching English overseas and also in the US teaching SAT. I have taught and worked with many celebrities in Korea as I worked with them to improve their English. I also do translation and interpreting work. I believe that everyone has different learning styles. My job is to find out what the student's style of learning is and incorporate...
Education & Certification
- UNCC - Bachelor in Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Elementary School Reading
- ESL/ELL
- Adult ESL/ELL
- +17 subjects

Sreyneath: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...Cambodian government school, graduated from NY high school and completed the International Baccalaureate, French Honors, and National Honors program. I also graduated with a self-designed Bachelor's degree titled The Nature of Imbalance: East Asian Politics and Media from the University of Redlands and I recently received my Master's degree in Global Affairs from Rutgers University. During my time at Rutgers I helped assist students in research and have given talks and lectures to high school...
Education & Certification
- University of Redlands - Bachelors, The Nature of Imbalance: East Asian Politics and Media
- Rutgers University-Newark - Masters, Global Affairs
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Mandarin Chinese
- Adult Literacy
- College World History
- +30 subjects

Anna: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...school student, and during high school I also was a teacher for Mu Alpha Theta club. I also have done online tutoring before, during high school. I tutor ACT, mathematics, SAT subject tests (Korean, Math II, Chemistry), Korean language, physics, and science. Out of all of these subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring ACT and mathematics, because I believe that although standardized test scores are definitely not everything in life, it is still a...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Violin
- Math
- Algebra
- +20 subjects
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- AP Microeconomics
- Social Studies
- SAT Subject Tests
- +87 subjects

Jiye: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...children and adults. I have acquired an official certificate of Korean language teacher issued by National Institute of Korean language. I am responsible teacher who prepare lessons perfectly. I am an encouraging teacher who patiently support for your best work and I am a creative teacher who try to make lessons easy and fun in various ways. My lesson usually go with a textbook(I choose the right level of textbook and share it) but I...
Education & Certification
- Yonsei University - Bachelor of Science, Architecture
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Greek
- Social Sciences
- Rhino
- +4 subjects

Jordan: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...and am a graduate student in Computer Science at Texas Tech University. I believe learning and teaching are fun and should be interesting. I also believe that skills are built on a foundation of knowledge and understanding. Doing the motions without understanding is boring, difficult, and easily forgettable. Understanding and doing can be fascinating and exciting. A good student seeks a deep enough understanding of the material to feel comfortable explaining it, understand its workings,...
Education & Certification
- Auburn University - Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineer, Aerospace Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- SAT Reading
- Languages
- AP Physics C: Mechanics
- +79 subjects

Samantha: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
I graduated from OSU in 2015 with Cum Laude honors for my BA in Linguistics. Now I am enrolled as a part-time student at CSCC for a two-year degree in Environmental Science, Safety, and Health. Though I would prefer online tutoring, I'm willing to meet at CSCC or OSU if you are in Columbus!
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages
- English
- Essay Editing
- +3 subjects

Bridgette: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...may need to touch up on spelling or grammar. I was born into a Mexican family, so the dialect that I am familiar with is Mexican Spanish, but I also studied abroad in Spain for a year while working on my bachelor's degree and am therefore also familiar with the proper Castillian Spanish from Spain. I got my bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics from the University of California, Riverside and my master's...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Riverside - Bachelors, Foreign Languages
- Webster University - Masters, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Spanish
- ACT
- Spanish 3
- +5 subjects

Amy: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...volunteer English peer tutor in my high school. I tutored Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, SAT, English, Biology, Spanish, and a wide variety of school subjects. I enjoy teaching all types of Math, English, and SAT the most. I also love editing and reading essays. As a kid, I loved writing. It was my way of putting my most genuine self out to the world, and I want to be able to help others do the same....
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Spanish
- Greek
- Admissions
- +58 subjects

John: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...have been using Korean both conversationally and professionally. I enjoy teaching people since it helps them learn a new skillset and it makes me proud of their hard earned accomplishments. I currently serve in the U.S. Navy and have qualified and proven Korean proficiency by passing the Department of Defense Language Proficiency Test. Learning a new language can be difficult, but I believe I have the patience and understanding to help anyone of all ages...
Education & Certification
- United States Naval Academy - Bachelor of Science, Operational Oceanography
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Professional Certifications
- English
- Languages
- +13 subjects

Addison: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
...Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, and AP Chemistry. I am now headed to Rice University for a biochemistry major. I have loved learning my whole life, and I want to pass on this passion to others! I realized the importance of teaching in education and have seen many problems with how math is taught in school after tutoring high school students for three years as a president of the math honor society at GSMST. As...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- SAT Reading
- ACCUPLACER Sentence Skills
- ACCUPLACER College-Level Math
- +68 subjects

Amy: Raleigh-Durham Korean course instructor
I am a second-year graduate student at George Washington University studying International Affairs with a specialization on U.S. Foreign Policy and Asia. I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies and a minor in Spanish.
Subject Expertise
- Korean
- Languages