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— Teaching opportunities in Thailand (and sometimes other countries in Asia)

Teaching opportunities in Thailand (and sometimes other countries in Asia)

Beware of several websites that are copying job ads ('stealing' is actually the correct word) from Ajarn dot com. We only post job ads that are sent DIRECTLY to us. After job ads have gone live, employers will sometimes contact us to make changes to a job description (perhaps it's a change of salary or working hours or teacher requirements) but those changes will NOT be made by the website copying the ad. 

Trust the info, trust Ajarn!

View all the current teaching positions on the Ajarn jobs page. 


— We would love to hear from you

We would love to hear from you

The Ajarn Postbox - If you've got anything to say on the topic of teaching in Thailand (or even just living and working here), the Ajarn Postbox is the place to say it. Latest letters include "This industry is dying"


— The Ajarn guide for newbies

The Ajarn guide for newbies

Will accommodation be provided? What are the advantages and disadvantages of working in a government high-school? What are the best months to look for work? We answer 30 of the most common questions that new arrivals or soon-to-be new arrivals have.


— Got a question for the Ajarn teaching community?

Got a question for the Ajarn teaching community?

We put all teacher questions on our busy Ajarn Facebook page. The latest question is - "What's the biggest red flag in a teaching job ad?"  

Don't forget that we also have a huge 'Your Questions Answered' section, covering all manner of questions from legal and visa issues to working in rural Thailand.  



— What's Koh Samui (South Thailand) like for teachers?

What's Koh Samui (South Thailand) like for teachers?

Sun, sand, and sea views - Koh Samui has the tropical island dream down pat. It’s a magnet for tourists, but teaching here means juggling the island vibe with limited job options and a cost of living that can sneak up on you. Just don't confuse living there with being on holiday. You still have to go to work on Monday morning.


Do you live and teach outside Bangkok? Please help us update one of our region guides if you can spare a few minutes. 


— Being a good teacher isn't always enough

Being a good teacher isn't always enough

Being good in a classroom doesn't automatically make you successful at a school. I've known teachers who were excellent with students but struggled with colleagues. I've known teachers with plenty of ideas but very little patience for the way their school operated. When starting a new job, a teacher should try to understand what the school actually values.


— Where do you fancy living in the big bad city?

Where do you fancy living in the big bad city?

Overviews for different areas and suburbs of Bangkok, written with the help of teachers who live there. Whether you're looking for a quiet residential area, a bustling nightlife district, or something in between, these firsthand accounts will help you find the perfect Bangkok neighborhood for your lifestyle. We've now added Charan Sanit Wong to the list.


Featured Jobs

Full-time NES Teachers

āļŋ47,500+ / month

Bangkok


Primary English Teacher

āļŋ60,000+ / month

Pathum Thani


IGCSE English and Literature Teacher

āļŋ85,000+ / month

Myanmar


NES Kindergarten and Primary Teachers

āļŋ47,000+ / month

Nonthaburi


Primary and Kindergarten Teachers

āļŋ45,750+ / month

Pathum Thani


NES English Teacher

āļŋ50,000+ / month

Bangkok


Part-time NES English Teacher

āļŋ500+ / hour

Nakhon Sawan


Non-NES Foreign Secondary Teachers

āļŋ25,000+ / month

Bangkok


Freelance Teachers for International School Students

āļŋ500+ / hour

Bangkok


Head of English Department

āļŋ50,000+ / month

Bangkok


Featured Teachers

  • Marlo


    Filipino, 25 years old. Currently living in Philippines

  • Alex


    American, 40 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Princess


    Filipino, 24 years old. Currently living in Philippines

  • Zeeshan


    Canadian, 31 years old. Currently living in Canada

  • Akil


    American, 40 years old. Currently living in USA

  • Carly


    American, 46 years old. Currently living in Vietnam

  • Patrick


    Filipino, 24 years old. Currently living in Philippines

  • Sema


    Turkish, 32 years old. Currently living in Turkey

  • Stephanie


    Canadian, 37 years old. Currently living in Canada

  • Alonso


    Peruvian, 24 years old. Currently living in Peru

  • Esther


    Kenyan, 27 years old. Currently living in Kenya

  • Isabela


    Filipino, 23 years old. Currently living in Philippines

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The teacher you were when you arrived isn’t the teacher you need to become

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Growing as a teacher means being willing to change

The best academic director I ever worked for

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