Upcoming Start Date
April 26, 2027
Apply By
January 26, 2027
Get paid to travel & teach
Live the dream life — earn, explore, and grow with full support.
Earn
Monthly salary of €660/$700/£580 - €940/$1000/£830 (degree holders can earn a higher salary)
Travel
Live and teach in stunning destinations, experience local culture like a local.
Support
Our expert team has your back - from application to classroom.
Overview
Prepare for 12 unforgettable months in the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh, where you will teach English in Cambodia’s legendary capital city.
Programme Details
Monthly salary of $800–$1,500 USD (degree holders may earn up to $1,600 USD per month)
30 Hour Teaching Young Learners Course, Teaching English To Children Through Yoga & Mindfulness Course
120 Hour Advanced International TEFL Course
7-day welcome orientation and excursions in Phnom Penh & welcome dinner
Lesson planning guide
Airport pick-up and transfers
Teacher development workshops
Accommodation assistance
Visa support
SIM card set-up
Ongoing in-country support
12-month teaching placement
Where will you be teaching?
Regarding placement locations, the vast majority of placements are in the capital city of Phnom Penh and the second largest city of Siem Reap, home to Angkor Wat, one of the world's most majestic ancient cities and a top-rated tourist destination. In total 5 locations: Phnom Penh Siem Reap Serei Saophoan Battambang Krong Poi Pet. You are welcome to put down your preference during the application process, but we cannot guarantee it.
How It Works
Apply & Train
Apply now and schedule your interview. You’ll get instant online access to your TEFL courses to get your training started straight away.
Interview & Docs
If your interview is successful, it’s time to provide all your documents, including your degree if you hold one, a police record, and a copy of your valid passport.
Go To Cambodia
Once you’ve been formally accepted, you’re ready to go! You’ll be informed when to book your flights, how to apply for your visa and when to arrive in Cambodia (yay!).
Outside The Classroom
Cambodia is a country that is yet to be fully explored. The people and culture are profoundly unique to their neighbours. So with our free Khmer lessons, you can strike up new friendships and dive into Cambodia’s history and age-old civilisation. Travelling is cheap in Cambodia, with a flight to places like Siem Reap costing only $25. But the experiences and memories you will come away with are priceless.
Your Guide To Cambodia
Would you like to learn more? From training to placement locations, our free guide to Cambodia gives you all the info you need about our paid TEFL internship in Cambodia programme and what to prepare, what to expect & how to apply. Download it today!
Your Teaching Experience
Whether you’re a first-time or experienced teacher, the 120-Hour Advanced International TEFL Course prepares you to teach English confidently in Cambodia, covering all essential teaching skills and methodologies.
Balanced working week
Your working timetable will be approximately 30 hours per week, divided between classroom teaching, lesson planning and grading, allowing for a well-structured and manageable workload.
School placement options
You’ll have the opportunity to teach in Cambodian language schools and private schools, with teaching schedules varying depending on the type of school.
Flexible teaching schedules
Language schools are typically busiest on weekends, meaning you may teach on Saturdays and Sundays with time off during the week. Private schools usually run Monday to Friday, allowing for weekends off. This flexibility lets you choose a schedule that suits your lifestyle.
Learner focused classrooms
You’ll mainly teach young learners, with some opportunities to teach high school students. Class sizes are usually 15–25 students, creating an engaging and interactive learning environment.
Curriculum support
You’ll be provided with a structured English teaching curriculum, ensuring clear guidance while still allowing room for creativity in your lessons.
