10 things no one tells the new guy about teaching in Thailand
What every new TEFL teacher should know before stepping into a Thai classroom
While the Instagram stories and travel blogs paint a picture of tropical bliss, the reality of teaching here is far more layered.
Don't get too upset with the job ads
Thailand's employers can be brutally direct about who they want to hire
It’s worth being aware that some schools are pretty fussy about what they are looking for. Glance at any jobs section of a newspaper and you’ll notice that such pedantry is common.
Hire the best teacher for the job
Postbox letter from John
Sadly, many schools in Thailand prefer native speakers over Asians, even to teach math and other technical subjects.
It can be tough to find teaching work
Postbox letter from June
I feel like I have to work harder than my white counterparts to get a job in this field. I practice a lot, have props, watch videos on how to teach young learners but once they see me, it's like I'm doomed.