Wednesday, 22nd May 2019 — A simple life in Udon Thani

Cost of living - Atwo earns 34,000 baht a month from his teaching job in Udon Thani. He could earn more if he wanted but came to Thailand to relax, explore, ride his motorcycle and enjoy what nightlife this Isaan city has to offer.

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Tuesday, 21st May 2019 — Teaching opportunities

Recently added - There are plenty of 6-12 month teaching contracts at schools 'all over Thailand' on offer for 40K per month. An international school in Bangkok is looking for full-time NES teachers (50K) and there are some opportunities in Myanmar for secondary and primary level teachers fancying a change of scenery.

Post your resume - we're in the peak season for teacher recruitment so make sure to put your resume on Ajarn so schools can find you! 

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Tuesday, 21st May 2019 — What are the disadvantages of being an 'English Program' teacher?

Teaching in an EP - "The idea is that the immersion into English-only classrooms allows students to learn English faster and at a more advanced level, but not all of my students fit that ideal, and I can't help but believe that in some cases participating in an English Program hampers the educational progress of the student"

Friday, 17th May 2019 — Teachers playing games in the classroom and first lesson memories

Classroom games - Do they have their place or is it just the teacher monkeying around to keep the students happy?

First lesson memories - Do you remember the first time you ever stepped foot into a Thai classroom? Nervous? Unprepared? Underpaid? All of the above? 

Tuesday, 14th May 2019 — Is there a worst start to a trip than losing your passport on the plane?

Phil Hall's back! - He's returning to Thailand with his wife and son for a holiday.  He might even reconnect with some of his old teaching colleagues at the school in North-East Thailand, where he worked for 18 months. But there's one minor problem - Phil's son has lost his passport!

Saturday, 11th May 2019 — Some of my new school year resolutions

It's a new school term! - and some of Richard's new term resolutions include deciding how much technology to use in the classroom, managing time more efficiently and sharing ideas with other teachers more often. 

Thai education - "For expats who teach English in Thailand, it’s too easy to point out all the ways where Thais have gone wrong" says Mark Newman

Friday, 3rd May 2019 — Let's hear it for the teachers' room

The staffroom - "why do so many schools not appreciate the value of a good teachers' room?" asks teacher trainer, Steve Louw. "It's a place where magical things can happen!"

Hot seat interview - Corrie T has been a teacher at an Islamic school in Pattani Province since October 2018. Let's find out what's it like to work there compared to a regular Thai school?