TEFL Jobs in Taiwan

In terms of earning a good salary, Taiwan is one of the best locations in which to work. Hard-working teachers who are willing to work extra hours can expect to save much more each month than they would be able to in their home country.

TEFL jobs are available in state universities and bushibans, or private language schools. Bushibans can be found all over Taiwan and a large percentage of TEFL teachers find work at one of these settings.

As long as you have a university degree, a well recognized TEFL certificate such as that offered by TEFL International, and you are a native-English speaker getting a TEFL job in Taiwan should be no problem at all.

About TEFL jobs in Taiwan

Be wary of recruitment agencies. Many of them will promise you a great TEFL job without really knowing exactly where you’ll even be working. If you still choose to find employment through an agency, be sure you research it thoroughly to ensure they have a good and solid reputation.

Also, be sure you get a contract from the school in addition to the agency. There are a lot of schools in Taiwan owned by large companies and many jobs to choose from. Currently, the job market is heavily weighted in the teacher’s favor.

Finding a TEFL job in Taiwan

Finding a job in Taiwan is very much like finding a job anywhere else in the world. You’ll need to seek out as many employers as possible and approach them—even if they’re not hiring. You can find most employers through listings on the Net, directories of language schools and online newspapers.

You should try to visit your employer’s campus and meet your bosses before accepting any jobs. Be sure to arrive to your interview in the same manner as you would for a job interview in the West.

While considering a job offer, be sure to have answers to all questions regarding rates of pay, salary and other benefits. Find out if you’ll have to travel to your lessons and if you get compensated and/or reimbursed for this time and expense. Ask about what kind of resources the school has for planning lessons and teaching materials, as well as what kind of administrative and collegial support you will have. This will help you avoid any unpleasant surprises after agreeing to take the position. Also, be sure to get all details confirming benefits written in your contract.

Taiwan has a fascinating culture with a deep history and lots of beautiful scenery - a great place to teach English. Explore the Far East while working in Taiwan or sit back and watch the savings roll in.

•  TEFL Position in Taiwan

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  Date posted:2012-02-21 | Writer: Dragon Castle English School | Email: penghu.english@gmail.com

  Feel like living on an island surrounded by fresh air and crystal clear ocean beaches? Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in the Penghu Archipelago. Dragon Castle English School in Magong City is seeking an EFL Teacher to start ASAP.
   
  The school is located in the small seaside city of Magong, in Penghu. Magong is the largest city in the Penghu archipelago and you can find almost everything you need here. The locals are relaxed and friendly and it's a great place to immerse yourself in Taiwanese culture and language. Not only are Penghu's pristine beaches and rocky coasts fit for snorkeling, windsurfing, fishing, diving and more, it has scores of beautiful islands for you to visit.
  
  Please take that into consideration that this is a small somewhat isolated place where few people speak English and it is very windy in winter! Life in Penghu suits someone who is outgoing, independent and understanding of cultural differences. Please do your research and read about Penghu before you consider applying for this position.  
   
  
  The position details:
  1 year contract
  ARC provided
  Salary is NTD550-600 per hour depending on experience
  14 guaranteed teaching hours per week with the possibility of more in the future
  No set required office hours - prepare lessons in your own time before class
  Working hours generally fall between 2pm-8:30pm Monday - Friday (with the occasional activity on the weekend)
  Paid Holidays include Chinese New Year (approx. 1 week in Jan or Feb) + other national public holidays
  Basic temporary accommodation available on school premises - most teachers opt to live elsewhere
  
  The School:
  The school environment is friendly and welcoming with great staff and students. There are currently 4 Taiwanese English teachers and three foreign teachers. The school focuses on teaching practical English to pre-school through to elementary school age. There are also various other classes including adult and high school students. We have a well developed curriculum that aims to cover not only speaking and listening but also reading and writing.
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  Teachers are required to have:
  a Bachelors degree from a recognized University
  a passport from either US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa
  experience working with young people. TEFL /TESOL with Young learners a definite advantage.
  a professional attitude and open mind
  
  We are looking for an outgoing, friendly, co-operative, flexible teacher who has the ability to teach pre-school - adult levels with a high level of enthusiasm and dedication. This job requires a strong commitment to the school and students and we expect our teachers to go the extra mile, while hoping we can offer them an enjoyable place to work and grow as a teacher. If you think you have the right qualities for this position please send your up to date resume, a cover letter, a recent photo and a copy of your degree. Please email your application to the e-mail address given on the job heading.

•  Teach English in Taiwan

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  Date posted:2012-01-24 | Writer: Korrnell Academy | Email: lifan_c@korrnell.com.tw

  If you're a qualified and enthusiastic EFL teacher, Korrnell Academy, a top-rated, fastest-growing school, awaits your arrival! Korrnell Academy is a diversified-culture, Chinese-English bilingual private school (a grade school rather than a cram language center) in Hsinchu County. We provide an equivalent of American courses to nurture our children to grow happily and healthily. Under the school’s diversified cultures and international visions, they are able to keep pace with modern world. The campus is newly constructed in modern Western style. Every classroom is installed with electric audio visual equipment.
  
  Qualifications:
  1. Be a licensed teacher in English-speaking nations. For non-licensed teachers,
  they need to have TESOL /TEFL certificates.
  2. An education-related BA or MA degree is preferred.
  3. Solid teaching background is favorable.
  
  Attractive Pay Package:
  1. Handsome pay, ranged from NT$ 65000+ per month.
  2. Discounted furnished accommodation near school.
  3. Extra bonus for licensed teachers, including free air fare and free accommodation for good performance upon the completion of annual contract.
  
  School Location:
  The school is located in a thriving area in a 10-minute walking distance to Hsinchu Station of Taiwan High Speed Rail(THSR). You can shop at Carrefour and sip coffee at Starbucks nearby. The established Ton-Yen General Hospital, an associate of Korrnell, will provide you good medical treatment, when you are in emergency.
  
  Application:
  Those who are interested in the position are welcome to email to Mr. Lee at the e-mail address given on the job heading, attaching a copy of resume /CV, the latest photo respectively, teacher’s license, TESL /TEFL certificates, college diploma, and photo-passport, or call our service phone at 886-03-6589188, #223 and #224
  
  

•  Qualified EFL Teachers Needed in Taiwan

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  Date posted:2011-12-07 | Writer: Kaohsiung School | Email: recruit03@de-wey.com.tw

  Kaohsiung Public School in Kaohsiung, Taiwan will start hiring qualified EFL teachers in December 2011! We also have more teaching opportunities on different locations in Taiwan for which we will start screening applications in December!
  
  We highly encourage teachers with the following qualifications to apply: native English speakers, with degrees and  teaching certificates, with valid passport of at least one year from the date of validity. Submit applications with the following initial requirements: updated CV with photo, copy of degree plus TEFL / TESOL certificates, to Maria at the e-mail address given on the job heading for the initial screening.

•  2 EFL Teachers Needed in Taiwan

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  Date posted:2011-11-15 | Writer: Dragon English School International | Email: uticmcrowe2003@yahoo.ca

  Dragon English School International is recruiting two new EFL teachers for its Taibao location in Chiayi county Taiwan. These positions will be starting near the beginning of 2012. Both positions will be full time in our newest Taiwan location (couples are welcome). Taibao is the newest city in Taiwan. It is a small, modern city which has the HSR station for Chiayi county, and one of the largest hospitals in Asia! It is very close to the Taiwan straight, and 20 minutes (scooter ride) from some of the most beautiful mountains in Taiwan. Because of the new HSR, traveling to any part of Taiwan is very fast and easy. It is a great city to; live the quiet life, get acquainted with the local culture and customs, experience all the great cities and what they have to offer on the weekends, or hike, camp, and explore the natural beauty that is Taiwan!
  
  The positions will entail teaching between the hours of 2pm to 9pm (teachers are only required to be at school for their classes, approximately 80 hours per month, there are almost no office hours!). Teachers will teach beginning levels of English through to higher levels including GEPT (General English Proficiency Test) material, in students ranging in age from 5 years to 17 years of age. There is the possibility of adult students as well! The Taibao Dragon school, is a small start up school privately owned and operated by foreigners.
  
  Requirements include; being a native speaker, having a 4 year University degree (in any discipline), a willingness to learn and embrace a new culture and environment, a 1 year commitment (although longer is preferred), and an outgoing team-oriented personality. An English teaching certificate, such as TEFL or TESOL, is looked upon very favorably. Pay will increase with experience and qualifications, but our minimum hourly pay is 18$ USD per hour. We will reimburse all costs associated with making you a legal worker in Taiwan! Any questions? Don't hesitate to contact us!
      
  If you are interested in these positions, please respond with your resume and a short introduction to Michael via email at the address given on the job heading.
  
  Regards,
  Michael Crowe
  Director
  

•  Position For TEFL Qualified Teacher in Taiwan

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  Date posted:2011-10-24 | Writer: Michael English School | Email: michaelenglishschool@hotmail.com

  Michael's EFL school in Hsin-Chu has a position teaching children for a TEFL qualified native English speaking teacher. All students are above kindergarten age and there are no morning classes. We are a small independent, non commercial, school owned and managed by the same husband and wife for 24 years, who have both taught and developed the school curriculum. Besides a caring environment for students and teachers, we also provide a well-organized support system. Looking for a hassle free experience (almost) in a professional teaching environment?
  
  We offer:
  
  (1) Above average wages and conditions.
  
  (2) One month training. (if required)
  
  (3) Airfare compensation
  
  (4) Paid holidays
  
  (5) Work visa, national health care.
  
  (6) Free airport pick up.
  
  (7) Help with accommodation
  
  
  We will require:
  
  (1) Teaching/coaching experience/EFL qualifications.
  
  (2) Minimum one year commitment.
  
  (3) Reference letters.
  
  (4) Recognized university degree.
  
  (5) Resume
  
  (6) Letter of introduction
  
  (7) A genuine desire to teach EFL.
  
  For additional information and correspondence, contact us at the e-mail address given on the job heading, addressing your mail for the attention of Michael Weatherley. Include:
  (a) Proposed start date
  (b) Nationality
  (c) Resume/CV
  (d)Recent photograph and pertinent information about yourself.
  

•  Opportunity For TEFL Teachers in Taiwan

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  Date posted:2011-09-21 | Writer: Green English School | Email: yourgreen101@yahoo.com.tw

  Green English School, a private language school in Changhua, has immediate opportunities for qualified EFL teachers to teach full time. Students ages range from 6-12, with most classes held in afternoons or evenings. Benefits include an attractive salary, free accommodation and paid vacations.  
   
  Details:
  
  Salary: TWD$55,000~59,000 (1st~4th month: TWD$55,000 , 5th~8th month:TWD$57,000 , 9th~12th month:TWD59,000 )
  Location: Changhua County, Taiwan (middle of Taiwan, a convenient & safe town)
  Students' age: 6-12
  Working timetable: 20~25 teaching hrs/week max.
  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 2:00pm-9:00pm
  Wednesday: 12:30pm-8:30pm
  Saturday: 7:30am-12:30pm
  
  Benefits:
  1. Income TAX-FREE, guaranteed pay (save you over TWD$80,000 a year)
  2. ARC and work permit provided; Health insurance covered 70% by school; You pay only around $20US a month!
  3. 11 days of PAID vacations: 4 National holidays and 7-day Chinese New Year holiday!
  4. Free accommodation: personal & furnished room
  5. Free Airport pickup
  6. Very friendly, excellent support staff and work environment
  7. Easy and completed curriculum
  8. One-year contract
  
  If interested, please e-mail your resume and photo to Carol at the email address given on the job heading

•  ESL Teachers Needed in Chiayi, Taiwan

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  Date posted:2011-08-16 | Writer: Modern Language School | Email: hugomc46@yahoo.com

  The Modern Language School is looking for mature, good-humored, creative and motivated TEFL qualified teachers to fill a position starting on September 13. Our students range from elementary school to high school, with class sizes as small as individual, one-on-one arrangements to groups of 16 students. Our curriculum encourages teachers to use their individuality and creativity by providing an extensive supply of teaching materials, including games, handouts, reference books and other activities. Our staff has over 35 years of teaching experience, and a teacher trainer is on duty everyday to share ideas. Monthly workshops provide the teachers with the opportunity to develop professionally by exchanging views on teaching methods and techniques. Teachers will also be expected to participate in curriculum development, such as creating and editing homework assignments and tests.
  
  The Modern Language School has been operating in Chiayi for over twelve years. Being an American-managed language center, we feel we better understand the challenges foreign teachers face in Taiwan. We will pick you up at the airport, provide assistance in locating housing and purchasing a scooter (translating, loans, driver’s test prep). Our benefit package includes health insurance, sponsorship for a resident visa and work permit, NT$20,000 end-of-contract bonus, two weeks vacation and also paid holidays. Our monthly salary is NT$50,000 a month for 25 hours per week with a pay raise at the end of six months.
  
  During vacation and holiday periods, teachers have traveled throughout Taiwan, from its sandy beaches in the south to its rugged central mountains to rock concerts up in the capital, Taipei. Most have taken trips all across Asia, from Korea to Bali, the Philippines to Thailand. Many have gone onto education careers, as well as employment within the public and private sectors. They have often pointed out how their experiences in Taiwan have been important factors in gaining the positions they have applied for.
  
  If you are a native English speaker, have a bachelor’s degree or a college diploma with a TESOL/TESL certificate and can give at least a twelve-month’s commitment, we would be very interested to hear from you. Please send a resume, a recent photo, your phone number and/or e-mail address and any questions you may have to Hugo McGlinchey, managing director of Modern Language School, to the e-mail address given on the job heading, or any of the contacts below:
   
  Fax: 886-5-286-9893
  Mail:113-2 Wen-zhou First St.
  Chiayi, Taiwan, R.O.C.

•  On-line TEFL Job in Taiwan and Worldwide!

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  Date posted:2011-07-21 | Writer: TutorABC | Email: recruiting@tutorabc.com

  TutorABC is a web-based English language teaching organization based in Taiwan and has regular opportunities for TEFL qualified native English speaking teachers. We welcome applicants from all locations to teach online. Come and join the thousands of other teachers worldwide!
  To apply and schedule a live online interview, contact us via e-mail at the address given on the job heading.
  
  Personal qualifications:
  
  Energetic and professional personality
  College or university degree
  Previous ESL teaching experience (TEFL or equivalent preferred)
  Previous working experience in other fields
  Teaching availability suitable to TutorABC/TutorABC Jr. schedule
  Familiarity with using computers
  Ability to SPEAK SLOWLY and explain things to people who can't speak ENGLISH!
  
  
  Technical requirements:
  
  Desktop/Laptop PC：1 GHz processor or higher
  Windows OS：7, Vista, XP (Macs with Windows OS installed)
  Internet Explorer Browser: Version 7 or greater
  RAM：512MB or more
  Minimum 512kps upload wired internet connection: DSL, Cable, Fiber Optic
  Webcam：Either built-in or high quality Creative, Logitech or comparable
  Headset (Headphone with microphone set)
  

•  Immediate TEFL Positions in Taipei, Taiwan

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  Date posted:2011-06-07 | Writer: Honor Roll English School | Email: kerryliou@yahoo.com

  The Honor Roll English School is now recruiting professionally minded TEFL qualified English teachers with great patience, creativity and sense of humor. The positions will be starting from August 30, 2011 to August 17, 2012. The teaching is in small classes, maximum 16, but the average is about 12. The teaching mix is about 90% young learners ages 7-15, with the remainder adults.
  
  *Work hours: 1:40 pm to 8:40 pm, Monday-Friday. Hours include time for classroom preparation, breaks, and a 1/2 hour dinner break.
  Benefits include:
  - NT$60,000¡ãNT$63,000 per month plus monthly attendance bonus NT$2,500.
  - One week's paid vacation plus national holidays.
  - National health insurance.
  - Assistance in locating housing, airport pickup, etc.
  - Reimbursement of work permit, resident visa, alien resident card and medical checkup fees.
  Minimum Qualifications are:
  - Native citizen from the US or Canada
  - At least one year of teaching experience with children
  - A Bachelor's degree, preferably in English Teaching or Education
  - Willing to make a 12-month contract commitment
  - A TEFL or TESOL certificate.
  
  If you are a dedicated and creative teacher (in good health and preferably a non-smoker), please email your application along with the following documents to Kerry Liou at the e-mail address given on the job heading.
  1) CV (Word format) with a recent photo
  2) Copy of your passport photo page
  3) Copies of your degree diploma and related teaching certificates
  4) Two letters of personal recommendations
  

•  EFL Teacher Needed in Taiwan

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  Date posted:2011-05-08 | Writer: Yu Chia English Institute | Email: jibaicho@hotmail.com

  Yu Chia English Institute in Taiwan is looking for an English instructor to begin in July. The institute was founded in 2008 and introduced the North American education system into Taiwan, using specially designed materials.
  
  Yu Chia English Institute is located in the central Taiwan, Changhua City, which is only a 20-minute train ride north to Taiwan's 3rd largest city called Taichung. Taichung has a population of over one million people and is full of wonderful restaurants, department stores, and parks. With the High Speed Rail (HSR), the northern and southern cities of Taiwan are now easily accessible within one hour and the beautiful beaches of Kenting are under three hours away.
  
  We are sincerely looking for a teacher who is an American citizen with full of passion in teaching, kind, and reponsible for his/her work. We also require at least a Bachelor's degree holder from an accredited North American college/university in ANY field. We prefer degrees related to TESOL/TEFL, English, Linguistics, and/or Education, but ANY degree holder will be considered.
  
  For further information, please contact us by sending your e-mail to the e-mail address given on the job heading with your resume (a clear photo would be preferred), we will reply you with details as soon as possible.