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Teach English Abroad During the Summer In Thailand
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We have teaching jobs right now in Thailand for the summer months of July and August. We're looking for amazing teachers like you.
Overview
For Thai citizens, one of the best ways to secure an excellent post-secondary education or to qualify for a better job that will help their family be more secure in life is to learn English. It has become a necessity. And that's why The Cultural Exchange Project needs you to teach English overseas in Thailand. But this particular program is run during the summer months of July and August.
If you are a current classroom teacher, or if you have just graduated from university with a Bachelor's Degree and you want an amazing paid experience for 7-12 weeks this summer, this program is especially for you.
Go beyond the beaten path and experience Thailand the way no tourist ever could. Teach English In Thailand with The Cultural Exchange Project and live and work in one of the world's favorite holiday destinations while helping to improve the English skills of local children and get paid. Experience an engaging and essential cultural exchange. Find a rich culture built upon a fascinating history and a country populated by caring, vibrant people. Thailand is known as "The Land of a Thousand Smiles." Teach in Thailand this summer and find out why.
Fees
- $1,729 for 7 weeks this summer if you have a Bachelor's Degree in Education or are already TEFL Certified.
- $1,979 if you have a Bachelor's Degree in any other subject. This fee includes your TEFL Plus certificate. If you already have a TEFL certificate and want the PLUS part of our certification, this fee includes that.
- 2025 dates
- June 2 to July 18.
- June 23 to August 8.
Included
- An experienced U.S.-based Cultural Exchange Project Manager who will serve as your coordinator and liaison with our in-country staff in Thailand.
- 24-hour in-country support for the duration of the program, including 24-hour emergency phone numbers to reach a program manager at any time.
- Lifetime job placement assistance in Thailand, Vietnam, South Korea, Costa Rica, Japan, or Myanmar upon completing the first contract.
- Plus, all of the inclusions and benefits outlined below.
Additional expenses to consider to begin your job:
- Schools in Thailand will not pay your international airfare. And you'll be responsible for your local transportation.
- We've got your accommodation covered for orientation week. Otherwise, when you begin teaching, you'll be responsible for your accommodation, such as rent.
- Plan to pay for your meals. Eating in Thailand is very affordable, though.
- Take out a health insurance policy for the time you're teaching.
- Be sure to bring your laptop. That is required so that you can do your lesson plans.
- A deposit for your orientation or course accommodation electricity and water usage ($70). But if you're smart about energy usage, you'll get that back.
- We suggest having enough startup cash to hold you over until your first paycheck. Think in terms of ($1,500).
Requirements
Qualifications
BA/BS Required
Minor, visible tattoos are possible on this program but must be disclosed at signup and handled on a case-by-case basis. No visible tattoos of Buddha.
21-55. Those ages 56 - 59 can be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Medical test required? NO. For work permit. Medical Disqualifiers = Autism; Walking with a cane; Legally blind or deaf; Dyslexia; Chronic dizziness. Conditions that require discussion before approval = HIV; Bipolar; Epilepsy; Depression; Cancer; Anxiety. All listed conditions except HIV require a doctor’s note. If taking any medication for mental health, must have a doctor’s note. Please see doctor note template for guidance.
Due to the short-term nature of this program, dependents and pets cannot be accommodated on this program.
Clean background checks. Minor offenses can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Native English speaker: USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand citizenship. Non-native speakers eligible as long as they hold an EU passport and have at least a C1 level of English. Must see an intro video at signup to confirm eliglibility.
A minimum 120 hours accredited TEFL and/or TESOL certification approved and internationally accredited. Our TEFL Plus certification is highly recommended. You do not need a TEFL certificate if you have a Bachelor's Degree in Education.
7 weeks in total (1 orientation week + 6 weeks of teaching). Not renewable or extendable.
Salary: Thai Baht 30,000 – 40,000 per month USD $800 – $1,200 Savings Potential: $200 to $300 monthly after expenses.
Public Schools; Private Schools
Placement Network: Hundreds of public and private schools in Thailand What Are Your Top Benefits? 1. Guaranteed job placement 2. Unique opportunity to do a short-term paid teaching assignment 3. Shorter commitment requirement (Seven weeks total) 4. 24/7 support, both pre-arrival and whilst in the country 5. One week, amazing in-country cultural and language orientation and activities 6. Arrive with a cohort of other participants, build extremely strong bonds of lifetime friendship, new travel buddies to network and meet other teachers 7. Placement at a school within our trusted network of partner schools.
Kindergarten to High School (4 - 18 years old)
Teaching English solely OR homeroom teacher teaching multiple subjects in English. Participants must be open to teaching multiple subjects.
Top locations are: Bangkok; Trang; Sukhothai; Ubon & Chonburi. One can work in urban & rural areas and also big & medium-sized towns. No one is placed in a rural area unless specifically requested. Preferences are requested but placement location is NOT Guaranteed.
40 hours per week (17-25 hours of actual teaching), rest of time grading, meetings, lesson prep. Working Monday to Friday, Sat and Sun off each week.
Public Schools: 30 - 50 (sometimes have a co-teacher) on average, classes range from 25 - 35 students.
We try our best to match your preferences. We ask for preferences at the beginning of the placement process, but we are clear that we cannot guarantee preferences. (1) The availability of positions when the teacher plans to head over. (2) The teacher's profile, including education and experience. (3) How the teacher performs in the interview. (4) The fact that fewer schools are interested in having a teacher for such a short term. Summer Teachers need to be especially open to placement location.
We typically provide one qualified job offer that most closely matches the teacher's preferences. If there is more than one position available at the time, we will present other options, however, it is unlikely as schools typically move fast to fill positions so we get them in quickly and they are filled quickly. If a teacher rejects the well-qualified offer, we may provide additional placements, but this will depend on the teacher's openness and flexibility. Our terms and conditions state that we will provide one quality position, and any further offers are at our discretion. If a teacher rejects a well-qualified offer, they must be patient and prepare additional funds as we cannot say when the next placement will be available.
3 months prior to intake date. 4-5 months preferred. No recommended enrollment dates. The shortest possible timeline is 45 days. Acceptance for shorter timelines can be handled upon enrollment on a case-by-case basis.
Two intakes per year: June 2, 2025 and ends July 18. June 23, 2025 and ends Aug 8.
3 months prior to the intake date. 4-5 months preferred. Recommended enrollments are for May and November start dates but can we can place teachers throughout the year. The shortest possible timeline is 45 days. Acceptance for shorter timelines can be handled upon enrollment on a case-by-case basis.
Teachers typically start their teaching placement immediately following the orientation week. Note*: This may stretch longer if the teacher fails multiple interviews or has narrow preferences.
Usually takes about 3 - 4 months.
Factors that impact timeline include, but not limited to: Speed of document collection; degree of teacher placement flexibility; interview performance; immigration visa processing.
60 days prior to intake and departure date.
Tourist, Visa Exemption: Arrive on a tourist visa, visa exemption. The in-country team will confirm. Visa type will depend on nationality, program length, and intake date. Please wait for the go-ahead from your school to apply for your visa. They will send you a visa application guide and give you the greenlight to apply for the visa 1-2 months prior to your intake.
It's common for landlords to ask for the first month's rent as well as 1 to 2 months of rent as a deposit. Rent is inexpensive, usually ranging from USD $150 - $300/month.--------------------------------Placement Program Startup Costs. - USD 1,100 to get teachers through to their first paycheck. Health Insurance - teachers should purchase travel insurance that covers them for the duration of their contract in Thailand.
Guides and templates sent, filled out by the teacher and reviewed by the school. Constructive feedback given when edits need to be made. Interview support provided.
Create teacher profile (Resume, picture, intro video) Submit documents, such as degree, transcripts, teaching certificate, criminal record. Schools sometimes hire based on teacher profile alone since school partners know the quality of teachers they will get from us.
Placement Program: 50% placed before arrival, 50% once in country. Factors that determine placement before arrival or once in country include, but not limited to: Schools' preference to hire teachers immediately or who are already on the ground. Teacher flexibility regarding placement preferences. Interview performance.
Online Thailand Cultural Foundation Course (40 hours): Interactive course. Course materials are included. Topics include Thai History, Culture, Language, Living and Working, Diversity. One Week Culture, Language Orientation: In-class one week culture and language program upon arrival in country, including: Temple visit and meditation; visit to Rescue P.A.W.S.; Muay Thai class, cooking class; market tour; beach welcome dinner; classroom sessions on diversity in the local context; teacher workshop; workshop on how placement works; teaching practicum session in a local school. TEFL Teaching workshop with course book provided (This is a special workshop for Summer Teach participants).
We offer a very high level of support. Participants are strongly encouraged to contact us at any time if they need help with issues at their school or in their everyday lives. They are also strongly encouraged to reach out to multiple contacts for each country in cases of emergency.
South Korea, Japan, Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam, provided they are eligible for the program.
Arrive on visa exemption or tourist visa. These visas last a total of 90 days. Teach on this visa with our Education Foundation paperwork. No need to complete a visa trip for this program.
35 days prior to intake date.
No change fee applied prior to 35 days ahead of intake date. $250 change fee applies if the participant drops or pushes back to a later intake date within the 35 day timeframe.
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