5 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Teaching English In Thailand

 1st April 2022

In the world of TEFL, Thailand has always been an important and a lucrative TEFL destination among the TEFLers. Friendly peopleand a high but affordable quality of life made Thailanda great place to teach English in Asia over the past decade.

Certainly, several people want to teach English in Thailand and have a lot of questions about the process. Today, we have addressed the five most commonly asked questions about teaching English in Thailand.

Commonly asked questions about teaching English in Thailand

The most frequently asked questions are listed below ---

Is TEFL certification required to teach in Thailand?

No, it’s not a legal requirement for teaching English in Thailand. To teach English in Thailand, most teachers will need native proficiency and a bachelor’s degree. But, a TEFL certification is highly recommended as the competition is extreme. Also, Thai schools prefer ESL/EFL teachers to be TEFL certified. Moreover, having the TEFL certificate makes you a stronger applicant as well as boosts your salary.

Is there an age limit for teaching in Thailand?

Even though there is generally not an age limit to teaching English in Thailand but various Thai schools prefer younger teachers. As the retirement age for Thai citizens is 60, there are some overseas educators that are still teaching at this age in Thailand. So, it all depends on your qualifications as well as the requirements of the school.

Is the salary enough to cover the cost of living?

Well, the short answer is, yes! Though the salary in Thailand might not look like ample, rent-free housing is provided. If you’re living like a local then other costs of living are much lower than in the US. Additionally, you can take care of meals, groceries, utilities, internet, cell phone, and local transportation, and still save money each month.

Can I teach without a work permit or visa?

It is illegal to work without a work permit and an additional visa. Nevertheless, most Thai schools have a 90-day provisional period for teachers. Hence, check out with your potential school before accepting a job offer.Teachers in Thailand will have to obtain a Non-Immigrant B Visa before entering Thailand. Also, you will need to provide transcripts and a criminal background check as well.

How many hours will I teach per week?

This varies based upon the school. Though, most agreements state that you must teach at least 20 hours per week to be measuredas a full-time teacher. If you're teaching more hours than that, it's typically with overtime pay. Moreover, class sizes also can range from tutoring sessions with one student to school classes with around 50 kids.

Along with them, follow the commendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and your doctor.If you see that vaccines are too expensive in your home country, you can often get them in Thailand after your arrival.Discuss your options with your doctor to determine what is best for you.

Final Thoughts

Thailand is a safe country to teach English abroad. Hospitals, dentists and doctors are abundant.Thai people are very gentle and easy-going. With an Online TEFL course, you will be certified to teach English in Thailand. Right now, Thailand needs foreign teachers who are at least qualified with a TEFL certificate.

Happy TEFLing!

Written By : Park Jin Ae

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