Thailand Nicknamed the “Land of Smiles,” Thailand is renowned for its friendly people, Buddhist traditions,
beautiful coastline, and mouth-watering national cuisine.
Overview of the Program
The Teach in Thailand Internship is devoted to providing quality, cross-cultural opportunities for both participants and local Thai schools and their communities, ideal for those looking to obtain invaluable skills crucial for living in a globally diverse world. You will develop a strong understanding of Thai culture while undoubtedly sharing your own—a key goal of the program. It is not essential to have a background in education; participants in this program should have a positive attitude, enthusiasm about teaching, and a sincere interest in learning Thai culture!
Programs at a Glance
Program Length
Program Dates
Application Deadline
Program Fee
5 Months
May 5th, 2012 – end of September, 2012
Feb 29th, 2012
$1895
10 Months
May 5th, 2012 – Mid-March, 2013
Feb 29th, 2012
$1,995
5 Months
Oct 20th, 2012 – Mid-March, 2013
July 13th, 2012
$1895
10 Months
Oct 20th, 2012 – end of September, 2013
July 13th, 2012
$1,995
What's Included
•120-hour TEFLOnline.com course; includes a subscription to ESL Library •Free accommodation throughout your teaching assignment •Minimum monthly salary of 15,000 Baht (approximately $500 USD) •Sponsorship of work visa and work permit •Airport pick-up •All-inclusive, 7-day orientation •FREE Thai lessons during orientation •In-country support for the duration of the program •Paid public holidays •24-hour in-country support •Visa assistance and pre-departure advising •Emergency Travel Insurance •Lifetime worldwide job placement assistance upon completion of the program
About the Teaching Assignment
As a teacher in Thailand, you will provide English language education to a country that currently experiences a significant undersupply of English teachers. Placements are available in both private and government schools, from kindergarten through grade 12. Currently the highest demand is for grades 7-12. Participants in this program are expected to work 40 hours per week, though actual classroom hours ("contact hours") will be from 18–24 weekly.
With our 120-Hour TEFL Online Master Diploma (to be completed before the program) and a 7-day, all inclusive orientation upon arrival, you can confidently step into the classroom and begin your teaching assignment.
Eligibility Requirements:
•Bachelor's Degree (any discipline) •Native English Speaker •TEFL Certification (included in program)
Placement Locations:
While BridgeTEFL cannot guarantee a placement in a specific location, we do our best to accommodate requests when possible. Examples of previous placement locations include:
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Shangai, China
Thailand at a Glance
Capital:Bangkok Population:65,002,000 Currency:Baht Language(s):Thai, ethnic and regional dialects Literacy Rate:96% Life Expectancy:71 years
Thailand Fun Facts
•The city of Koh Samui in Thailand has the greatest variety of coconut palms in the world. •In Thailand, it is believed to be bad luck to cut your hair on a Wednesday. •The world’s tallest Buddhist monument is in Nakhon Pathom in central Thailand, standing 127 feet tall. • There are about 26,000 temples in Thailand. •The name Thailand means “Land of the Free.”
Regions & Weather
Thailand is tropical and humid throughout much of the country, most of the year. While the southern peninsula has just two seasons, the area around and to the north of Bangkok has three distinct seasons. The dry season lasts from November to February, with highs around 90°F (32°C) and lows around 72°F (22°C) at night. From March to May, the hot season brings afternoon highs around 90°F (32°C). The rainy season occurs from June to October, with downpours heaviest in September.
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