Information for term Teach in Thailand Program
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenImmerse yourself in Thai culture in a way that no tourist can. As a foreign teacher in Thailand you’ll become a part of a local community, build meaningful relationships with colleagues and neighbors, and make a difference in the lives of your students. With CIEE, you’ll have all the training and support you need to be successful inside and outside the classroom. The competitive salary and provided housing will allow you to explore Thailand on weekends and enjoy all the Pad Thai you can eat!
Program Highlights
- Guaranteed placement and detailed school information before confirming your participation on the program
- No need for a visa-run after arrival because CIEE will help you obtain a work visa for teaching in Thailand pre-departure
- Peace-of-mind with unparalleled support and 24/7 emergency assistance
- Build a network of friends during the on-site orientation and travel together during breaks
- Placements with partners and friends
- No teaching experience necessary!
Have questions? Find answers on our Teach in Thailand FAQs!
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| Term | Program Dates | Deadline | Compensation |
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| Fall 2023 | One semester (Oct to Mar) Two semesters (Oct to Sept) |
July 1 | 28,000-33,000 baht/month plus housing |
| Spring 2024 | One semester (May to Sept) Two semesters (May* to Mar) |
October 1 | 28,000-33,000 baht/month plus housing |
*June start date available for those with May graduation dates. Two semester commitment required.
About Our Program Fees
As a non-profit organization, CIEE relies on program fees to provide participants with placement assistance, international insurance, orientation, and support before and after arrival. The program fee of $1,700 for one semester or $1,900 for two semesters is paid in two installments:
- $500 commitment deposit after acceptance ($1,000 for programs with TEFL)
- Remaining balance due when you receive your placement
CIEE alumni receive a 10% discount!
What's Included
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- Guaranteed job placement prior to departure
- Pre-departure support– including visa guidance and a comprehensive online pre-departure course
- Housing provided by employer at teaching location
- Orientation in Bangkok or Chiang Mai, including Thai language lessons, training sessions, meals, and hotel accommodation
- Transportation from orientation to your teaching location
- 12 months of iNext international insurance with 24-hour emergency assistance services
- 24/7 support while you're abroad
The Destination
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The Destination
CIEE participants are placed at public or private schools throughout Thailand in cities and towns of all sizes. Placements in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and the southern region are limited and typically more competitive.
It’s easy to see why this is the most visited country in Southeast Asia as you explore dense, green jungles, crystal-blue oceans as warm as bathwater, food with flavors that burst on your taste buds, and the company of smiling, adventurous people.
CIEE wants all our participants to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while teaching abroad. We have prepared this description of cultural attitudes that teachers may encounter in Thailand.
Follow our Travels:
The Take-Aways
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Compensation
Between 28,000 to 33,000 baht/month depending on your qualifications, provided accommodation, a completion bonus of 20,000 baht to offset the cost of return airfare for participants who complete two consecutive semesters at the same school.
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Preparation
Pre-departure job placement, visa assistance, cultural and professional development guides, and extensive in-country orientation.
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Assistance
Pre-departure guidance, in-country support from resident staff, medical insurance and 24-hour worldwide assistance with CIEE iNext.
Program Blogs
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Job Description
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As a lead classroom teacher, you’ll focus on improving the conversational English skills of your eager students with creative classroom exercises and educational games.
Often, positions open to teach other subjects, such as math, science, technology, computers, social studies, and physical education. Candidates with educational backgrounds in these areas are encouraged to note a willingness to teach subjects other than English on their applications. Also conducted in English, these classes can be smaller than English language classes, and pay a higher monthly salary of 30,000 to 33,000 baht/month.
This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture and promote international goodwill while you earn money to support yourself. The cost of living in Thailand is quite reasonable, so your salary will go a long way.
COMPENSATION
The compensation package includes provided accommodation for all teachers and a salary between 28,000-33,000 baht per month (approx. $840-$1,000). Note that holidays and semester breaks are unpaid. Willingness to teach subjects other than English as well as prior teaching experience results in a higher monthly salary.
There are three compensation tiers:
- 28,000 baht (approx. $840)/month plus housing: This is the base salary for participants teaching English.
- 30,000 baht (approx. $900)/month plus housing: Participants can qualify for this salary one of three ways
- Having a TEFL certificate before starting to teach
- Teaching non-English subjects
- Having a Bachelor’s degree in a hard science or math and teaching those subjects.
- 33,000 baht (approx. $1,000)/month plus housing: Teachers with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education
These salaries are generous in local terms – about twice what local teachers earn – and your wages can easily finance independent travel after the semester ends. In addition, two semester Teach in Thailand participants earn a completion bonus of 20,000 baht to offset return airfare upon successful completion of contract.
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Schools
Positions are available at private and public partner schools across Thailand. Most placements are available in the central, eastern, and northern regions of the country; while positions in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and the southern provinces are limited and typically more competitive. We do not place teachers in the southern provinces of Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala, Satun, and Songkhla.
You can request placement at a particular level and location, but keep in mind that placements are driven by demand, so we cannot guarantee that requests will be met.
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WORKLOAD
A typical teaching load is 20-25 classes per week, depending on the school. In addition to time in the classroom, participants are expected to devote time to class planning, presentations, faculty meetings, and a range of extracurricular activities. Participants should expect a 40-hour workweek.
This allows plenty of opportunity to travel, explore the countryside, and enjoy Thai culture.
Qualifications
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Click to OpenOur Team
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Ashley Lozon
Senior Coordinator
Ashley taught English abroad in Bangkok, Thailand and has traveled to 7 other countries. She is passionate about international education and supporting others on their journey with CIEE.
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