Saturday, 24th May 2025 — Teaching opportunities in Thailand (and sometimes other countries in Asia)

Beware of several websites that are copying job ads ('stealing' is actually the correct word) from Ajarn dot com. We only post job ads that are sent DIRECTLY to us. After job ads have gone live, employers will sometimes contact us to make changes to a job description (perhaps it's a change of salary or working hours or teacher requirements) but those changes will NOT be made by the website copying the ad. 

Trust the info, trust Ajarn!

View all the current teaching positions on the Ajarn jobs page. 

Saturday, 24th May 2025 — When the dream TEFL job goes pear-shaped

Many foreign teachers arrive in Thailand full of optimism, excited about the prospect of working in an exotic new environment. But for some, the dream begins to unravel within the first few weeks. While every experience is unique, there are several common reasons why things can quickly turn sour for foreign teachers in Thailand.

Friday, 23rd May 2025 — What's Ang Thong (Central Thailand) like for teachers?

Do you live and teach outside Bangkok? Please help us update one of our region guides if you can spare a few minutes. 

Friday, 23rd May 2025 — How do Thai students typically respond to interactive or Western teaching styles?

Answer - Thai students are used to quiet, respectful classrooms and may be shy at first with interactive Western styles. However, they usually respond well over time, especially to fun, engaging activities, if the teacher is patient and culturally sensitive. 

Wednesday, 21st May 2025 — Teacher rants - they're like listening in on conversations in the teachers' room

Too old to teach? says who? I'm 46 and still able to stand at the whiteboard. I’m Kenneth. I’m 46. I teach English in Thailand. Apparently, that’s now too old.

From the Thai newspapers - School principal transferred amid flag-raising storm. The school principal who forced students to hoist the national flag during a storm on the first day of the new term has been transferred to allow for a full investigation.

Tuesday, 20th May 2025 — "Teaching in Thailand doesn't always match the dreamy Instagram version that people imagine"

Our next great escape survey is from Emily, who returned to Australia to pursue a career in special education. Emily spent three years teaching English and science in north Thailand. What does she miss about the Land of Smiles... and any plans to return one day? 

Are you a teacher who worked in Thailand but moved on to pastures new? We would love to hear from you! 

Monday, 19th May 2025 — Thoughts of home (European edition)

For many European teachers, Thailand offers sun, smiles, and a wonderfully different pace of life. But there are always memories, comforts, and flavors that don’t quite translate. We asked 10 teachers from across Europe, who have made Thailand their home, what they miss most about their home country. Their answers were heartfelt, honest, and occasionally humorous.