Thursday, 11th July 2019 — Why do student numbers often dwindle as your course progresses?

Academic tenacity - "This tendency for student numbers to drop off as the program progresses is what I think of student attrition", says teacher trainer, Stephen Louw, "but whose fault is it really?"

Thursday, 11th July 2019 — Teaching opportunities

Recently added - for those teachers looking for a change of scenery, a group of schools in Myanmar are looking for teachers for an August start. A Bangkok corporate training provider needs teachers to service clients in the area and there is a rare vacancy for a native-speaking French teacher. 

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, 9th July 2019 — Making hay while the exchange rate shines

Teacher salaries - There's never been a better time to earn a Thai Baht salary, especially if you are planning a holiday to somewhere like England or sending money home. Teacher Richard McCully is certainly looking forward to his trip.

Saturday, 6th July 2019 — "I don't have an exciting lifestyle but feel more than satisfied"

The cost of living - Nathan earns 45,000 a month in Chiang Mai from a combination of full-time salary and private students. Even though his Thai partner is 'between jobs' at the moment and not contributing to the household bills, they are still saving money each month.

The great escape - Sav taught in Bangkok and Hat Yai for a couple of years before going back to the UK to get a teaching qualification. Then he got 'stuck' back home, teaching in a secondary school.

Tuesday, 2nd July 2019 — Memories of teaching at a Thai government school

Phil Hall - "Staff-rooms can be divided into mini turf wars in Thai schools. Here are a few less than pleasant incidents that come to mind"

Friday, 28th June 2019 — Ideas for warm-up activities

Fun in the classroom - Teacher trainer, Jocelyn, lists three of her favourite warm-up activities that any teacher can use in their TEFL classes.

For female teachers - From buying underwear in Thailand to the current dating scene for Western women, what are five of the most common questions that get asked?

Friday, 28th June 2019 — Interview with a job-hunter

Hot seat with Frank Coulson - what's it like at the moment for a qualified teacher looking for a TEFL job in Thailand? How has the landscape changed in the last five years? Does e-mailing for jobs beat the walk-in approach? What are Frank's top five questions to ask a potential employer? 

Postbox - Twenty five years of low teacher salaries......why?