Who is worth working for?
In search of the holy grail.
Is there a Holy Grail of ELT jobs? Why are some teachers happy, while others suffer under a yoke of abuse? Who are these employers that are spoiling our fun?
Long term work or short term work?
What are the pros and cons?
I'll simply take a look at some pros and cons for both long term and short term teaching stays in Thailand. For the sake of this article, 'short term' is anything less than a school year and for 'long term', any work that keeps you in Thailand for more than a year.
The revolving door
Postbox letter from Danny
TEFL in Thailand is only an option for those seeking a one-year adventure abroad or retirees looking to pad their pensions..
Where is the professionalism?
Postbox letter from Joshua K
I would like to see foreign teachers act with more professional attitude and not treat a teaching job like it is just an easy way to stay and enjoy your time in Thailand.
Teacher recruitment getting tougher
Postbox letter from Rhiannon
With the new regulations in place it is harder than ever to find good teachers.