Teaching English really ain't that easy

You have to earn the right to be a decent teacher

I've seen online comments from well-meaning individuals who want to "make a difference." Unfortunately, their primary focus tends to be on how teaching abroad will change their own lives, without considering the impact they might have on their students.


Better qualifications can lead to better jobs

Postbox letter from Aaron

For those considering upgrading their qualifications, while it is true that it is no guarantee of a massive upgrade there are jobs to be had.


A long and winding road

Reflections on a TEFL journey

EFL teachers are frequently allotted a low status by Thais, expatriates and even other teachers. However, might not the beginning TEFL teacher with a 120-hour certificate possess within them the stuff of a Master Teacher?


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Featured Jobs

NES Primary and Secondary English Teachers

฿60,000+ / month

Rayong


American Online English Teacher (Remote)

฿504+ / hour

Online


Mathematics Teacher for Primary/Lower High School

฿33,000+ / month

Khon Kaen


Full-time Literacy / EFL Teachers

฿48,000+ / month

Bangkok


Part-time Literacy / EFL Teachers

฿600+ / hour

Bangkok


English Conversation Teachers

฿35,000+ / month

Bangkok


Featured Teachers

  • Rob


    American, 59 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Francis


    Ugandan, 46 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Gareth


    British, 55 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Cyril


    Filipino, 22 years old. Currently living in Philippines

  • Patrisha


    Filipino, 24 years old. Currently living in Philippines

  • Jairo


    Filipino, 25 years old. Currently living in Philippines

The Hot Spot


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.


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.


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.


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.


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!


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 dreaded demo

The dreaded demo

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


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