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At Korean American Center, our team brings together cultural depth, educational excellence, and a deep understanding of the communities we serve. From leadership to instructors, every team member is part of our mission: honoring Korean heritage while creating inclusive pathways for anyone who wants to learn.

Our certified instructors are more than language experts – they’re thoughtful educators who understand the nuances of teaching Korean to students from all backgrounds, including heritage learners navigating intergenerational dynamics. Backed by professional certifications and specialized training, including through the King Sejong Institute and ACTFL-aligned programs, our instructors create welcoming, high-impact learning environments where language is not only taught, but truly lived.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or returning to your roots, our team is here to support you every step of the way – with warmth, structure, and cultural insight.

Our Staff

Tammy Kim

Executive Director

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Sunny Paek

Lead Instructor

Gina Lim

Operations Analyst

Our Instructors

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Minhee Park

KAC since March 2017 | Certified 3rd Level Korean Language Teacher | Yonsei University

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

You Jung Lee

KAC since May 2019 | Certified 2nd Level Korean Language Teacher

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Judy Park

KAC since July 2017 | Certified 2nd Level Korean Language Teacher | California Credentialed Teacher

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Suzie Kim

KAC since July 2021 | Certified 2nd Level Korean Language Teacher | M.A. Seoul National University

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Jini Shim

KAC since November 2017 | California Credentialed Teacher (Single Subject Korean, Multiple Subject with Bilingual Authorization)

Eunhee Oh

KAC since 2018 | Certified 1st Level Korean Language Teacher | M.A. Korean Language, Yonsei University | Japanese (JLPT Level 1)

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Inhee Hwang

KAC since January 2019 | Certified 3rd Level Korean Language Teacher | M.A. Korean Language Sungkyunkwan University

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Kate Kim

KAC since May 2021 | California Credentialed Teacher Single Subject | Cal State University Long Beach

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Misun Choe

KAC since September 2022 | King Sejong Institute Certified Instructor | M.A. TESOL, University of Southern California

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Sophia Lee

KAC since November 2023 | Certified 3rd Level Korean Language Teacher

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Yoon Joo Lee

KAC since November 2024 | Certified 2nd Level Korean Language Teacher

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Soyoung Lee

KAC since March 2024 | Certified 3rd Level Korean Language Teacher

Certified Korean Teachers, Korean Tutoring, Korean Instructors

Katie Cheong

KAC since September 2024 | Certified 2nd Level Korean Language Teacher

Mindy Kordash-Shim

KAC since July 2025 | California Secondary Foreign Language Teaching Credential

Christian Shin

Technology Analyst

Kaelyn Lee

KAYL President (Korean American Young Leaders)

American Korean Institute

Learn Korean. Experience Culture. Connect Community.From our roots in Orange County to learners everywhere, our accredited Korean language and culture programs bring expert teaching and cultural connection online and in person.

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