TEFL Institute of Ireland

Teach English in Thailand

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Upcoming Start Date

October 27, 2025

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July 27, 2025


Get paid to travel & teach

Live the dream life — earn, explore, and grow with full support.

Earn

Up to €1,200/month to cover rent, bills, and daily expenses while you teach.

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

Tempted to have a TEFL Job  in Thailand…and why not? It is one of the top destinations to teach English worldwide. Thailand is not just about full moon parties and temples. There is so much more on offer – a coastline of 3219km in length, 1,430 islands and home to the ‘Venice of the East’ (Bangkok), it’s no surprise that Thailand is a dream destination for travellers.


Program details

4-5 days orientation upon arrival in Thailand. Learn about Thai language, culture and the school environment.

Excursion to The first Capital City of Thailand – The Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

1-year contract in a Thai school – one semester contracts are available on occassion.

Salary of 33,000-38,000 TNB/Month.

Course Included

The ultimate pre-departure culture course for Thailand

Your TEFL course or teaching qualification may give you the credentials to teach abroad, but preparing yourself for the impending cultural change is a whole new ball game. Before you arrive in Thailand, having a solid understanding of the culture will help you in many ways. You will find it easier to navigate social situations, make friends, perform better at work, and transition into local life.


Where will you be teaching?

Get in touch to find out about available locations

Group size:15
Current availability:3

How it works

Apply & train:

Enroll and start your 120-hour TEFL course instantly.

Interview & placement:

Crack your interview to land a school placement in Thailand.

Go to Thailand:

Book your flight and begin your teaching journey.


Course Included

Outside the classroom

Due to its incredible and vibrant culture, Thailand is a great place to live and work. You will be receiving a generous salary with a housing allowance, which means your money can go towards immersing yourself in all things Thai. Outside of the major cities and soft sandy shores, there is a wealth of hidden adventures to discover throughout the country. There are many traditional and authentic festivals, Buddhist temples full of relics, stunning adventure trails, tantalizing cuisine and captivating nightlife. While you’re living in Thailand, take advantage of the unique flavours and tastes that is Thailand with some cookery lessons or get a full body work out at the local Thai boxing gym. Thailand is known as the gateway to South East Asia, seize the opportunity while living and working there and hop across the border to Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia, which are just some of its appealing neighbours. In Thailand, choices and experiences are endless…this fascinating country is waiting for you. Hurry & apply today as spaces are limited!

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Your guide to Thailand

Your teaching experience

You'll take on the role of classroom leader for 15-30 hours per week. You'll teach four evenings per week and Saturday mornings. The rest of your hours will be scheduled around this teaching timetable.

Fun and friendly

A dynamic and welcoming school team, with regular team meetings and social events.

Like home

A relaxed teaching environment with sofas and TVs! One big open-plan space encourages socialising and interaction between staff and students.

Communicative method

Enjoyable, natural lessons with lots of roleplay, speaking, realistic language and engaging topics. Students speaking and teachers encouraging, guiding, checking, correcting and training.

Small groups

Small groups of students ensure higher speaking time for each student and more practical teaching and learning activities. You will be teaching a variety of age groups. The diversity will be an exciting and rewarding experience for you as a teacher.

Technology

Online activities for blended learning and audio-visual resources in the classroom to increase engagement.

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