The 10 biggest mistakes schools make when hiring foreign teachers
And how to avoid turning your English program into a revolving door of regret
Hiring a great foreign teacher isn’t rocket science, but it does require respect for the process. It requires honesty, and understanding that teaching is a profession, not a gap-year hobby or a free English lesson for your Thai staff.
The perfect TEFL job ad
What should the perfect job ad always contain?
The best job ads are the ones that respect the reader’s time and intelligence. They’re clear, honest, and give teachers everything they need to decide whether it’s the right opportunity for them.
Take whatever job comes first
Postbox letter from Cliff
In the "Teachers in Thailand" groups I'm part of, there's a consensus not to settle for anything below 40K when it comes to salary.
Don't accept ridiculous salaries
Postbox letter from Gunther
When I see offers for Filipinos (15,000+ baht) or native English speakers (30,000-35,000 baht) I wonder if the advertisers are serious or maybe they are looking for people with elementary school diplomas?
How contacting employers about job opportunities really works
Postbox letter from Jason
In my experience of contacting employers and sending resumes, etc, things look like this:
Why you aren't getting any replies
Why applying for jobs in Thailand by e-mail can be such a minefield
The harsh reality is that if you are not currently living in Thailand, the vast majority of schools simply won't be interested in you.
Native English speakers: start respecting yourselves!
Postbox letter from Jason
It is high time for native speakers to start respecting themselves and stop accepting ridiculous job offers.
Get a teaching degree first!
Postbox letter from Tom
If you follow these steps then you can land a wonderful job in one of the many international schools.
Older teachers should look to the shopping mall schools
Postbox letter from John
I know people who are 60 years old and over working in shopping malls in Nonthaburi. As long as you look presentable and can deliver classes they don't care too much about age.
Age - the TEFL killer disease sweeping Thailand
I'm confused as to the type of teacher that schools want.
Perhaps it’s not a teacher that schools are looking for, but clowns masquerading as entertainers? Any school choosing a 22-year old party animal will produce disappointed.
