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Internship Experience
Teach in Thailand
Teach English In Thailand
Thailand is a top TEFL destination known as 'The Land of Smiles'. With some of the highest salaries and a taste of tropical paradise, it’s easy to see why! So, why not start your Thailand adventure with our paid TEFL position? Teach English in Thailand and be spoilt for a choice of things to see and do.
Ideal for first-time English teachers looking to gain valuable teaching experience in a safe and secure environment.
4 – 5 months teaching placement
Overview
Our TEFL internship programmes take away all the stress of planning to teach English abroad yourself. All the organisation and administration of securing an English teaching job in Thailand is done for you by our TEFL experts. You’ll get 120 hours of accredited online TEFL training, followed by four to five incredible months of paid teaching in this beautiful country.
On arrival in Bangkok, you and your fellow TEFL teachers will begin an unforgettable three-day orientation in one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the world. Our dedicated Thai team will be there from the very start, and support you every step of the way. When your teaching placement is over, you even have a chance to stay longer. And yes, you will receive a pay rise for doing so! Get in touch today, and let us guide you through the process.
Essential information about your trip to Thailand
What's included?
- Monthly salary of up to $990
- 4-5 months teaching placement
- Accommodation allowance of 3,000 THB per month and assistance finding accommodation
- 2-day welcome orientation in Bangkok (hotel inc.)
- 3 days of pre-departure online training
- 120 Hour Accredited TEFL Course
- 30 Hour Teaching Young Learners and Teaching Yoga & Mindfulness Course
- Lesson Planning Guide and Warmers, Fillers & Coolers Guide
- Visa and document legalisation guidance
- Full coverage of work permit fee
- In-country support from English-speaking Thai consultants
- Personal Internship Advisor from The TEFL Institute
What’s required before applying?
- Native English speaker
- 21-45 years old
- Passport holder from one of the following countries: USA, Canada, Australia, UK, Ireland or New Zealand (If you hold a European or South African passport, please contact one of our advisors.)
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (official hardcopy required)
- Academic transcripts (official hardcopy required)
- TEFL qualification (included)
- In good physical and mental health
- Proof of a clean criminal record
- Be adaptable, open minded, outgoing and sociable with students
What do I need to organise?
- International flights (return flights are a must)
- Proof of a clean criminal record
- Budget for daily expenses and emergenices
- Comprehensive cover for travel & medical insurance
- Vaccines (consult your GP or local travel clinic)
- Visa cost (reimbursed in your first month’s allowance)
- Costs to legalize your degree for visa purposes
- Accommodation allowance is given but additional rent costs may be required
Internship Eligibility Form
Travel to Bangkok airport (BKK) where you will take a short taxi ride to your orientation hotel.
Your orientation will help you to prepare for your exciting new journey in Thailand before you start teaching. After the orientation, you will receive a full onsite induction on arrival will last around 3 days.
It’s time to start teaching. You will be mostly teaching learners ranging in age from 5 – 18 years old with mixed English ability. From beginners to more advanced students. You can prepare to teach approx. 25 hours plus some time to plan your lessons following the in-house curriculum.
Your goal as an intern English teacher will be focused mostly on conversational English practice but you might be asked to share some of your knowledge on a different subject from geography to maths, depending on your CV and degree. You will be given a lot of materials from the school itself but feel free to log in to your TEFL course and create some new ideas and topics.
With weekends off and a great start-up salary to enjoy, you will have a long list of sightseeing and travel plans around Thailand!
Congratulations, well done on the completion of your first teaching placement. Now, you can decide if you’d like to see more of Asia or extend your contract with the school, travelling or teaching (or both).
The possibilities are endless for you now as a confident and experienced TEFL teacher.
What our teachers say
Evelina
Read all about Evelina’s journey with The TEFL Institute and making her way back to Thailand. Teaching is one of the most rewarding professions you can have, and what better place to follow your passion in? Read about all things you need to know before making the big move!
Domhnall
I spent a lot of time looking at both the Thailand and Vietnam internships. During this time I was in touch with The TEFL Institute and Ola was great for giving me any info I wanted and answering any questions. One thing that hugely drew me to these two internships was the one semester contract they offered with the option to renew if you wanted.
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Cultural Excursions
Wondering what you’re going to do with your precious free time? We know there are certain adventures that cannot be missed out on! So make sure to take a look above at these recommendations from past TEFL interns in Thailand, and create your own Thailand bucket list!
Outside the Classroom
Outside the Classroom
Stepping outside the classroom, you’ll have the opportunity to experience Thailand’s rich culture and stunning environment. On top of this, you will have the vibrant heritage of its neighbours, such as Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia on your doorstep! Southeast Asia is a hot spot for authentic and traditional festivals, adventure trails, Buddhist temples, tantalising cuisine and nightlife. Why not spend your school holidays island hopping with your fellow TEFL teachers?
Teach & Travel
Teach & Travel
There are many reasons why you should teach English in Thailand. One of these is an excellent salary. For your first four to five months of teaching, you’ll be pocketing 30,000-35,000 (THB) Thai Baht per month. This will only increase if you choose to prolong your teaching there. If you want to experience one of the most incredible adventures of your life, get in touch, and we’ll tell you how.
Work Schedule
Work Schedule
If you want to teach English in Thailand, you won’t find a more rewarding internship than this. Your role as a teacher includes up to 24 hours of in-class teaching per week, Monday-Friday. Your classes will be divided into kindergarten, primary and secondary school students, with an age range of 3 to 17. Lessons will focus on spoken and written English proficiency, and you will have the opportunity to make the learning engaging and fun for the students.
