Teach English Abroad In Thailand

 

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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.

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 and find out why.

Fees

  • $1,750 for a semester or one year. Just show us your TEFL certification.
  • $1,990, including guaranteed placement and TEFL Plus certification.
  • $2,520 includes guaranteed placement and TESOL certification in Thailand. Accommodation included.
  • 2025 remaining dates:
    • June 23, July 21, Aug 18, Sep 29, Oct 27, Nov 24, Dec 29 (new)
  • 2026 Dates:
    • Jan 26, Mar 30, Apr 27, May 25, June 22, July 20, Aug 17, Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 23, Dec 28, Jan 25, 2027

Included

  • Guaranteed Paid Teaching Placement.
  • Airport Pickup (provided from the Bangkok airport on the Sunday prior to an intake date.
  • Online, Pre-arrival, Comprehensive, Thailand Cultural Foundation Course.
  • 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.
  • Extend your program for additional semesters at no extra cost. Stay as long as you like. Just make sure your visa status is maintained.
  • Lifetime job placement assistance in Thailand, Vietnam, South Korea, Costa Rica, Japan, or Myanmar upon completing the first contract.
  • Contract negotiation.
  • Visa support.
  • Thai SIM card (excluding Blackberry services)
  • Documentation & assistance in opening a bank account.
  • One week in-country orientation which includes several cultural excursions and a beach dinner to celebrate the week.
  • Accommodation during the orientation.
  • Half-day practical teaching experience at a local Thai school.

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 and during in-country TESOL if you signed up for that course. Otherwise, when you begin teaching, you'll be responsible for your accommodation, such as rent.
  • You'll need to pay for your work permit ($100) once it's approved and the cost to legalize your degree.
  • 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 ($2000-$2500).

What You Will Earn

  • Salary is between $800 and $1,200 per month.
  • Savings Potential: $200 to $400 monthly after expenses.
  • Benefits: 16+ paid public holidays.
  • Taxes: Tax Rate in Thailand for teachers is between 0% - 10%. Teachers are taxed on personal income once they receive their work permits. They will follow a progressive tax system.
  • Net income (THB*) PIT rate (%):
    • 0 to 150,000: Exempt
    • 150,001 to 300,000: 5%
    • 300,001 to 500,000: 10%
    • 500,001 to 750,000: 15%
    • 750,001 to 1,000,000: 20%
    • 1,000,001 to 2,000,000: 25%
    • 2,000,001 to 5,000,000: 30%
    • Over 5,000,000: 35%
 

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