Teaching English In Vietnam

Following a rather unstable past, Vietnam has stabilized and seen an influx of foreign companies and investments over the past several years. Due to this boost in international involvement, the demand for English has taken off. Well-paid employment is easy to find, especially in the business metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), the eastern sea port city of Ga Nang, and the cultural capital, Hanoi. TEFL Qualified English teachers shouldn't have any problems securing a desirable position teaching English in Vietnam. Compared to the cost of living, salaries are high. Outside of the cities, work is mainly on a voluntary basis and there are numerous organizations who can help arrange this. 

If you arrive in Vietnam with an open mind and an awareness of the cultural differences, as a TEFL teacher you will quickly become part of the local community and receive a warm welcome. Teachers are highly respected figures in Vietnamese society, and the social order is echoed in the traditional Vietnamese saying: "My king, my teacher, my father."  The students are usually well-behaved, polite, and eager to get to know you. Beyond that, the majority of them see English as imperative to their future career prospects, so their motivation level is high. The easiest way to find a post teaching English in Vietnam is to go to Vietnam.  Researching the schools before arriving is highly recommended. Upon arriving, the best way to find a job is to take your CV or resume in person to each of the schools you have researched.  Remember to dress smart. In some cases, if you receive a call for an interview with the school, you may be required to give a trial lesson. Jobs teaching English are also easy to find through talking to current teachers and finding out where job openings are.

TEFL Courses in Ho Chi Minh

Sample Job Offer Teaching English in Vietnam

Placement organization seeks qualified TEFL English teacher who wishes to develop their EFL career in Vietnam. The school offers a strong commitment to professional development and high teaching standards.  Salary: 1160 USD – 1500 USD per month, depending on qualifications and experience. Medical insurance allowance: 550 USD per year. Flight allowance: 500 USD per year (paid at the end of contract).  Bonus: End of year bonus is paid at $1 per hour taught during the year. 20 working days paid annual leave and an additional 8 paid days off for national holidays.

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Capital city	Hanoi
Language	Vietnamese
Currency	Vietnamese Dong
Typical TEFL teacher salary	US$15 (242,025VND) per hour
Major TEFL locations	Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi