Lidya Belete

Lidya Belete's blog on Ajarn.com


How to survive in Pattaya if you're not a sex tourist (or if you're a woman)

You can escape the unsavoury aspects if you truly want to

I came to Pattaya because of the ocean. I saw pictures of what looked like paradise, and thought I could live a life of quiet contemplation.


So, you want to teach English in Thailand?

First impressions of a novice

A couple of months into teaching at a school in Pattaya, I think I've learned a thing or two about living and teaching in Thailand.


Are you a social butterfly travelling alone?

Embrace the opportunities that solo travel presents

Some people are completely happy with their own company, so doing things alone isn't even a worthy topic of conversation for them. I aspire to be one of those people. But right now, I'm someone who enjoys the company of others - especially while traveling.


Featured Jobs

Primary or Kindergarten Teacher

฿47,000+ / month

Phuket


Teacher Assistant

฿25,000+ / month

Phuket


Full-time NES Teachers

฿47,500+ / month

Bangkok


NES Teachers

฿42,000+ / month

Bangkok


Qualified KS4  English  Teacher

฿50,000+ / month

Myanmar


NES Teachers

฿34,000+ / month

Ayutthaya


Featured Teachers

  • Mya


    Myanmarese, 27 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Renaud


    French, 53 years old. Currently living in France

  • Myra


    Filipino, 29 years old. Currently living in Philippines

  • Nkosilathi


    Irish, 25 years old. Currently living in Ireland

  • Gichelle


    Filipino, 26 years old. Currently living in Philippines

  • Trishanne


    Filipino, 24 years old. Currently living in Philippines

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The dreaded demo

The dreaded demo

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


Air your views

Air your views

Got something to say on the topic of teaching, working or living in Thailand? The Ajarn Postbox is the place. Send us your letters!


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.


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.


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.


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 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.