David Parfitt

David Parfitt's blog on Ajarn.com


I definitely made the right choice

The expat teacher lifestyle is filled with rewards

I've always wanted to travel, write, and have varied experiences, and I'm now able to do those things.


Honestly, I'm here in Thailand to teach

For the male teachers out there, how do you build rapport in the classroom?

There's no denying it: there's sometimes a stereotype about male English teachers in Thailand being seen as sex tourists. If you're single, you're fighting an uphill battle against this perception.


A teaching room of your own

It's not just about having a space to teach; it's about creating a hub for learning, laughter, and lifelong memories.

Starting out as a floating teacher meant I didn't have a proper classroom for the first two years. It was like being a nomad in the world of education, but it taught me to adapt like a pro.


The ideal student to teach

What characteristics make the perfect Thai student?

It's only fair for teachers to entertain thoughts about the benchmarks for role model language learners. Let's explore the traits that many teachers would cherish in their students.


Featured Jobs

NES Kindergarten Teacher

฿48,000+ / month

Bangkok


IEP Kindergarten / Primary Teacher

฿42,000+ / month

Bangkok


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฿55,000+ / month

Bangkok


Science and Maths Teacher

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NES Pre-kindergarten - K2 Homeroom Teacher

฿50,000+ / month

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Children's Fitness Instructor

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Featured Teachers

  • Anas


    Syrian, 46 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Wian


    South African, 34 years old. Currently living in China

  • Ian


    Indonesian, 35 years old. Currently living in China

  • Aesha


    Somali, 34 years old. Currently living in China

  • Jacobus


    South African, 68 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Maribeth


    Filipino, 35 years old. Currently living in Thailand

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The Region Guides

The Region Guides

Fancy working in Thailand but not in Bangkok? Our region guides are written by teachers who actually live and work in the provinces.


The cost of living

The cost of living

How much money does a teacher need to earn in order to survive in Thailand? We analyze the facts.


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Contributions welcome

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Teacher mistakes

Teacher mistakes

What are the most common mistakes that teachers make when they are about to embark on a teaching career in Thailand? We've got them all covered.


The dreaded demo

The dreaded demo

Many schools ask for demo lessons before they hire. What should you the teacher be aware of?


Will I find work in Thailand?

Will I find work in Thailand?

It's one of the most common questions we get e-mailed to us. So find out exactly where you stand.


Need Thailand insurance?

Need Thailand insurance?

Have a question about health or travel insurance in Thailand? Ricky Batten from Pacific Prime is Ajarn's resident expert.


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Air your views

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