OVERVIEW
An amazing opportunity to get paid to teach and travel in extraordinary Thailand, the “Land of Smiles”! Now, imagine earning a salary teaching English while living the dream! After completing our 120 Hour Online TEFL Course, pack your bags and head out to Hua Hin or Chiang Mai for a one week Thai Orientation program. Here you’ll meet up with other teachers from around the world, and receive an introduction to the country, the school system, the culture, the language, survival tips and much more. Upon successful completion of your orientation course, you’ll be placed in a paid teaching position with a minimum guaranteed salary that is enough to cover your expenses and then some.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
120 HOUR TEFL COURSE
HANDS ON TRAINING
ACCOMMODATION
TEACHING PLACEMENT
SALARY
START DATES
- 28 OCTOBER 2024
- 25 NOVEMBER 2024
- 30 DECEMBER 2024
- 3 FEBRUARY 2025
- 3 MARCH 2025
- 28 APRIL 2025
- 26 MAY 2025
- 23 JUNE 2025
- 21 JULY 2025
- 18 AUGUST 2025
Pre Trip
- Complete your 120 Hour Online TEFL course
- Make sure your vaccines are up to date
- Purchase Insurance
Hua Hin: You will be met at the Bangkok airport and transported directly to Hua Hin. Or, you might want to explore Bangkok for a few days and then call for your ride to the Orientation program.
Chiang Mai: You will be met at the Chiang Mai airport and head out to your accommodations. Or, you might want to explore Chiang Mai independently for a few days and then show up for the Orientation program.
Our program includes accommodations for the duration of the Orientation.
Once settled in, you will begin your one week Orientation program with other TEFL certified teachers from around the world. This is a great time to explore the area with fellow teachers, check out some vibrant night markets, and sample the delicious food on offer all around you!
The program includes a Teachers’ Workshop (a great complement to your TEFL course, a Thai Culture & Politics segment (to understand the country and people you will be working with), and a Thai Language component (for basic communications, helpful phrases, ordering food etc).
There will be at least one cultural excursion during this week which may include a Thai Cooking class, a Muay Thai Taster session, volunteering with elephants, visiting the King’s Palace and more. There will also be a “Welcome to Thailand” dinner at the end of the Orientation component of the program.
During the end of the Orientation, our in-country team will help with resume revision & formatting, including the option of adding video or audio components. We will organize and facilitate interviews, ensuring you receive a six month placement with a minimum salary that goes far in Thailand. Many of our placements will be in small towns and village schools that might have never had a native English speaking teacher before! You have the chance to make a big impact on your students’ learning careers!
Upon course completion, teachers will receive a salary of between 30,000 – 40,000 THB. Our in country team will screen any job offers, provide advice, and make sure you are ready to focus on teaching and enjoying your new adventure! You may request a one year placement for no additional fees.
Besides completing a 120 Hour TEFL, you will receive a letter of recommendation outlining the training you have received, and the teaching experience you have accumulated. This will go a long way when applying for future teaching positions anywhere in the world! Many of our graduates choose to travel throughout SE Asia after teaching and saving some money, while some may decide to stay in Thailand and pick up a new TEFL position independently!
What’s Included
- 120 Hour Online TEFL course
- Pre-departure preparation assistance
- Airport pickup & transfers from Bangkok
- 1 week Thailand orientation
- Cultural activities & excursions
- Job placement with salary guarantee
- Thai Sim card
- Assistance with opening Thai bank account
- 24/7 on the ground assistance in Thailand
REQUIREMENTS:
- applicants must be between 20 and 50 years old
- fluent English
- hold a bachelor degree or higher
- CA, US, UK, SA, AU, or NZ passport holder
- 3, 6 or 12 month commitment
How to Apply
- Click the “Book” button and place your deposit
- Start working on your TEFL
- Within 3 days of Booking, email the following to intern@mytefl.com
- Cover letter
- Recent photo
- CV or resume
- Scan of your passport
- Scan of your degree (if applicable)
- One of our coordinators will be in touch to process your application!
How to Apply
- Click the “Book” button and place your deposit
- Start working on your TEFL
- Within 3 days of Booking, email the following to intern@mytefl.com
- Cover letter
- Recent photo
- CV or resume
- Scan of your passport
- Scan of your degree (if applicable)
- One of our coordinators will be in touch to process your application!
THAILAND TEFL INTERNSHIP FAQS
English teachers in Thailand will earn between 30,000 and 40,000 Thai Baht per month.
Non-natives with a neutral accent, and a good command of English are eligible to apply for our Thailand TEFL internship.
A standard English teaching placement in Thailand is one year in length. Candidates may also seek shorter terms such as 3 or 6 month TEFL placements.
Accommodations are included for the Orientation. Accommodations are based on twin occupancy. Private accommodations are available if desired.
A medical check from your home country is necessary.
Pets are strongly discouraged. The costs and logistics of bringing a pet are nearly prohibitive. Finding accommodations would be much more difficult.
TEFL training starts with our 120 Hour online TEFL course which will cover everything you need to handle your own classes. Upon arrival in Hua Hin, you will complete additional TEFL workshops covering Thai cultural immersion, Thai language, along with a standard teaching segment.
While TEFL schools in Thailand hire throughout the year, the peak times are in May and November.
Our team on the ground in Thailand along with your employer will help you find housing. There are various types of accommodations and locations available, and the decision on where to live is based on personal preference. At no point are you accommodation hunting "on your own" during the training and placement.
Medical insurance is not included. All myTEFL Thailand interns should arrive with proof of travel insurance. This is the insurance we recommend for the first 3 months in Asia.
A bachelor degree or higher is necessary to teach English in Thailand.
Thailand TEFL interns need to hold a passport from the US, UK, CA, IR, ZA, AU or NZ. If you do not have one of these passports, you may be interested in our Thailand placement.
Yes, friends and couples are welcome to apply to TEFL in Thailand together. Flexibility in location is key to ensuring a placement in the same school, or at least in the same area.
We recommend having at least US $1,500 to bring with you to cover personal costs and having a safety buffer before you receive your initial salary payment.
Applicants must have a clean criminal background check with no criminal record, previous arrests, or charges. It will need to be notarized and legalized before arriving in Thailand.
Job placements occur all over the country. Some TEFL locations include Bangkok City, Chiang Mai, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Hua Hin, Sakhon Nakhon in Isan Province, and Buriram in Isan Province.
Knowing Thai is not necessary, but learning a few phrases and words will make you a hit with the locals. Survival Thai language lessons are included during the Orientation.
Your placement in Thailand will mainly be in elementary/high schools, or private training centres.
Airport pickup is included!
Full visa support is provided. You will enter Thailand on a Non-Immigrant B visa for this program.
In order to successfully pass your course you must obtain a minimum average of 65% across each unit. It’s okay if you fail a few quizzes as long as your average score is over 65% per unit. If you do end up failing an entire unit, you will be prompted to reset and retake it before moving forward.
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