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For those seeking the adventure of teaching English abroad without the hassles of navigating international job markets and confusing visa regulations, International TEFL Academy offers guaranteed job placements for teaching English in Thailand, Korea, Myanmar, Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan or Costa Rica.
ITA and our partners in Asia and Latin America have over a decade of experience helping thousands teach English in Asia, Costa Rica, & around the world. With a network of more than 2,000+ vetted schools in these various countries, we offer the ability to place you in an English teaching job that best matches what you seek in your experience teaching abroad.
From the job placement process and visa paperwork to in-depth cultural training, our program provides the end-to-end support & personalized guidance you need to enjoy the experience of a lifetime teaching English abroad.
At International TEFL Academy, we are dedicated to working with you on a highly personalized basis to guarantee that you enjoy the experience of a lifetime teaching English abroad through our exclusive programs.
We work with more than 2,500 schools across Asia and 100+ in Costa Rica, ensuring that we can offer you a wide variety of opportunities and options. We have thoroughly vetted all schools to ensure they provide the best work environment where you will teach.
We owe it to you to provide an experience that meets your expectations. That's why we will place you only in a teaching position that matches your preferences as closely as possible. You will not pay for a job you don't want.
Unlike many recruiters, schools do not pay us, so we have no conflict of interest. You are our customer, and our primary focus is your satisfaction. We will advocate to ensure you enjoy the best possible salary & benefits and will work on your behalf to address any problems or issues.
From pre-departure preparations like document collection through the placement & interview process and even after you begin your English teaching job, our experienced team provides personalized guidance to help you every step of the way.
From crafting your resume and Teacher Profile to matching you with schools and reviewing all contract offers, our experience will guide you through the placement process to ensure you get the teaching job you want.
To help you adjust to your teaching country, you will receive 40 hours of training in the nation's history, culture, and language. You will participate in a series of included excursions, special meals, and other exclusive social events.
Before enrolling in any International TEFL Academy program, we recommend that you speak with an advisor who will answer your questions, review your employment prospects for teaching English abroad, and assist you with the enrollment process.
We strongly recommend enrolling in a Job Placement Program at least 2-6 months in advance, depending on your desired program. We also invite you to read our registration procedure and terms & conditions. Note that all students will be charged a small processing fee per course/program purchased.
You need to be TEFL certified to enroll in our Job Placement Programs. We recommend ITA’s Online TEFL Courses, and one of our in-person TEFL courses in Asia. Here is a complete TEFL Course Index.
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Sarah Kalert, Head of Academics at International TEFL Academy.
Sarah has a Master's in English - TEFL/TESL and has taught English abroad in Chile.
YES! If you meet the eligibility criteria and register for the program, we will guarantee you an ESL teaching position in Thailand, Japan, Myanmar, Vietnam, Cambodia, South Korea, or Costa Rica. With hundreds of carefully vetted schools in our network and demand for native-speaking English teachers at an all-time high, we guarantee you a job and place you in a position that meets your preferences in areas like location, type of school, and other variables.
Salaries for teaching jobs that we place you in will vary by country and also from job to job. We are very adamant that any schools we work with to place teachers pay at or above market averages, so you can be sure that you will receive a fair wage.
SOUTH KOREA - Most teaching jobs in South Korea available through this placement program pay $1,600 to $1,900 USD per month and include an end-of-contract bonus, a rent-free furnished apartment, and up to a $1,000 flight reimbursement. Because of these amazing benefits, most teachers easily save $500-$1000 USD (and up to $1000 USD) after expenses.
JAPAN - Most teaching jobs available in Japan through this placement program pay $1,600 to $1,900 USD per month.
Your savings potential generally depends on your lifestyle and the cost of living where you live. Matters like where you shop, how much you eat out, how frequently you travel, and how often you go out with friends will have a big impact on your savings potential. On average, you can expect to save an average of $2,500 USD over a year of teaching, and some teachers are able to save up to $5000.
THAILAND - Most teaching jobs available through placement pay at $900 to $1,000 per month (30,000 to 35,000 Baht). The average first-time teacher will earn around 35,000 baht (approximately $1,000), but some positions pay more. That might not sound like a lot, but due to the low cost of living in Thailand, most teachers are able to save up to $200 or more monthly after expenses.
MYANMAR - Most teaching jobs available through placement pay $600 to $1,000 per month (2 million to 3.2 million Kyat per month). That might not sound like a lot, but due to the low cost of living in Myanmar, most teachers are able to save from $200 to $300 monthly after expenses.
VIETNAM - Most teaching jobs available through placement pay at $1,200 to $2,000 per month (29.1 million Dong to 48.5 million Dong). That might not sound like a lot, but due to the low cost of living in Vietnam, most teachers can save up to $300 or more monthly after expenses. That goes a long way in Vietnam and neighboring countries given the low costs of living and travel.
CAMBODIA - Most teaching jobs available through placement pay at $700 to $1,800 per month, AND you’re paid in US dollars! Due to the low cost of living in Cambodia, many teachers can save $200-$1,000 per month AFTER expenses.
COSTA RICA - Most teaching jobs available through placement pay at $900 to $1,800 per month. Due to the low cost of living in Costa Rica, most teachers can plan to break even with these salaries after monthly expenses.
Requirements vary by program but typically requirements include:
Not TEFL certified? We recommend ITA’s 170-Hour Online TEFL Course or our in-person TEFL courses in Thailand, South Korea, Japan, Cambodia, Vietnam, or Costa Rica. Here is the complete ITA TEFL Course Index.
Age and other requirements will vary by program.
Most English teaching contracts in Asia are for one year, but shorter contracts are often an option in Thailand.
In Costa Rica, your contract will vary based on what school type you are placed in, but contracts are typically 6 or 12 months.
In most cases, we can arrange this, and it is very common for friends and partners to get placed together. While we can typically accommodate couples or friends, we cannot guarantee it in Japan. If we can't place you together in the same school, we will at least get you placements in the same location. Many participants prefer this as they may not wish to work together, making it easier to widen your social circles in the local community.
ITA's Job Search Guidance comes included with your TEFL course. It is a service designed to provide you with the resources you need to get a great TEFL job, including personalized assistance. It does not place TEFL certified English teachers into specific jobs. For an additional fee, ITA's job placement programs provide a guaranteed English teaching job and salary range in Thailand, South Korea, or Japan.
Read more: Job Placement vs Job Search Guidance: What's the Difference?
Teaches English in Korea
My pay was great! (My pay was bumped up because I had my TEFL certificate) I was able to save approximately. $12,000 USD before leaving South Korea. And that excludes all of my traveling in and around Asia.
Teaches English in Thailand
I would highly recommend teaching in Thailand. As for advice, be prepared to be flexible and open up your mind to learning another culture. It has greatly changed my perspective on life.
Teaches English in Vietnam
I chose to get my certification through the International TEFL Academy because I read a lot if glowing reviews from its alumni, I liked that there were advisors, and there was job assistance.
Based in Chicago, IL, International TEFL Academy is a world leader in TEFL certification for teaching English abroad and online. We offer internationally accredited TEFL courses online & in 20+ locations worldwide. We certify 6,000 people a year from all walks of life to teach English abroad and online, and our graduates are teaching English in 80 countries across the globe.
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