THE TEFL INSTITUTE OFIRELAND
Local Teaching Experience

Teach English In Cambodia

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Starts 26 Oct 2026Apply by 26 Jul 2026

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.

Have your heart stolen by the immense beauty of the country and its people – a country famed for its ancient underground cities, impressive temples and incredible cuisine. The Khmer culture is one of Southeast Asia’s most captivating practices. Discover it for yourself by touring Angkor Wat temple in Siem Reap or bringing in the Buddhist New Year with cultural festivities in April.

Aside from earning a lifelong qualification and enhancing your teaching skills, you can explore a country bursting with colour, tradition, history and adventure. A 7-day orientation will open up this exciting new chapter in your life where you and other TEFL teachers will learn about Cambodia. Our in-depth culture and language orientation takes place in Phnom Penh and is a one-week, comprehensive, active learning, culture, history and language programme.

Workshops and activities include:

· Khmer language lessons · Cambodian history, culture, geography and society · Working with schools and agents · Adjusting to teaching in a local school workshop · Visa and work permit presentation · Overcoming culture shock · Cambodian cooking class · Visit to the Killing Fields and museum to learn about Cambodia’s past · Market trips · Visit to a Buddhist temple to learn about religion in Cambodia

Over the past two decades, Cambodia has grown quickly, with increasing demand for English language education, leading to an influx of English teachers into the country, good teaching salaries, and high quality of life. It is also a very safe environment for foreigners, and there is a large ex-pat population.

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

Ongoing in-country support

12-month teaching placement (please enquire for short-term)

120 Hour Advanced International TEFL Course

Lesson planning guide

Airport pick-up and transfers

7-day welcome orientation and excursions in Phnom Penh & welcome dinner

Teacher development workshops

Accommodation assistance

Visa support

SIM card set-up

What's included

  • 120 hour Online TEFL Course
  • Full Training & Orientation
  • Free Accommodation or Guidance
  • In-country Support
  • Job Placement

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Yes, this qualification meets the minimum requirements for many online teaching platforms. It equips you with the skills to teach English to non-native speakers virtually, which is a growing field.