Teach in Thailand
Thailand is no doubt one of Asia’s most popular tourist destinations thanks to its low prices, incredible Temples, exquisite islands and shopping. Thailand is also immensely popular with young people, more and more of whom are taking advantage of TEFL qualifications as a means to live and work in this extraordinary country by teaching English.
From the white beaches and crystalline waters of islands like Phuket, Phi Phi Island (made famous by the movie The Beach), Kho Samui and countless others like them, to the night markets and sights of Bangkok, to the tropical jungles of Chang Mai, Thailand offers exceptionally diverse environments and experiences – all at ridiculously low costs.
Our mission is to provide students in Thai government schools with the opportunity to develop strong English communication skills, equipping them with the confidence and ability to use English in real-life situations. We achieve this through the specially designed SINE programs, which are carefully structured to cater to the needs of Thai learners. Our programs are delivered by a team of trained and dedicated teachers who use engaging, student-centered teaching methods and multimedia technology to enhance the learning experience.
At SINE, we believe that learning English should be both fun and rewarding. We recognize the critical role English plays in the competitive ASEAN market, where proficiency in the language opens doors to better educational and career opportunities. Our commitment to quality education extends beyond the classroom, as we continuously support our teachers with regular training, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative teaching environment.
To ensure the highest standards in education, we conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to help teachers improve and excel. We take pride in maintaining the SINE standard, which guarantees consistency and excellence in English language instruction. Through our structured programs and ongoing support, we aim to create a positive and dynamic learning environment where both students and teachers can thrive.
LOCATIONS
Positions are mainly available in central Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, Nakhon Pathom and Pathum Thani.
SALARY
£820 starting salary + £470 completion bonus
$1035 starting salary + $600 completion bonus
CONTRACT LENGTH
5 and 10 months
AGE GROUP
11 to 18 years old
START DATE
May 2025 to March 2026
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Full training provided for teaching methods and curriculum.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Explore the rich culture, cuisine, and natural beauty of Thailand.
- Fulfilling career with the opportunity to positively impact students’ lives.
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- 35,000 THB per month, plus an additional 2,000 THB per month if you’re placed in Bangkok, Ban Pong, and Saraburi. (You can check the current exchange rate here: xe.com)
- Airport pickup
Salary and Benefits
- Starting Salary: 35,000 THB per month
- Contract Completion Bonus: Up to 20,000 THB (pro-rated depending on the start date)
- Paid Leave: 2 weeks paid holiday, paid Thai holidays, and paid sick leave
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- Teaching Load: Maximum 18 teaching hours per week
- Work Permit and Visa Support: Fully handled by SINE’s dedicated visa team
- Visa Reimbursement: Up to 9,000 THB reimbursed upon contract completion, with additional up-front support for teachers in Bangkok due to higher visa costs
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage through Allianz
- Classroom Setup: Dedicated SINE classrooms equipped with multimedia tools
- In-School Support: Each school has a dedicated SINE coordinator
- Professional Community: You’ll work alongside other SINE teachers at your school
- Relocation Assistance: Reimbursement for airport taxi for new arrivals and local assistance in finding accommodation
- Extra pay for teaching special classes
- Transportation allowance in selected locations
- Overtime pay
- No lesson planning
- Low cost of living
- Help to find suitable accommodation. Accommodation costs from 4,000 to 10,000 THB on average per month. The higher end would be for Bangkok. SINE coordinators will assist with finding accommodation.
- Flights are not paid
- Age groups: 12 to 18 years old.
- Class size: No more than 45 students. For the MEP Program, no more than 30 students.
- Work hours and schedules:Monday to Friday between 7:30am to 4:30pm. On average, you’ll be teaching around 24 hours per week, the rest will be office hours. For the MEP program, teachers are expected to teach no more than 18 hours per week.
- Locations:Positions are mainly available in central Bangkok, outer Bangkok (Rangsit, Pattuthani, Nakhon Pathom, etc.), central Thailand (Suphan Buri, Samut Songkram, Prachuap, Saraburi, etc.), and north-east of Thailand (Issan: Khon Kaen, Korat, Buriram, Buengkhan, etc.).
- Start dates:May (training in late April) and November (training in later October), but some positions may become available throughout the year.
- Contract length: 5 and 10-month contracts available.
Due to work visa requirements, applicants must:
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- Be native English speakers from the USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (no specific field required)
- Prior teaching experience is required.
- A 120 hour TEFL certificate will be a plus. We can offer you a great deal for our 120 or 150 hour TEFL course.
- Hold a clean national criminal background check.
- A passion for teaching and a desire to inspire students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable, open-minded, and culturally sensitive.
Education:
Experience: No prior teaching experience is necessary; we provide all lesson plans and training
Age: 55 years of age or under -
Age: 55 years of age or under
For the MEP Program:
Applicants should hold a formal qualification in Maths or Science
