Teach in Thailand: work as an English teacher in Thailand
Teach in Thailand
Learn the basics of teaching English and get a recognized TEFL certificate! Study in Chiang Mai and complete an internship at a school in Thailand.
TEFL in Thailand: become an English teacher
International Exchange Center invites you to a program for those who want to work as English teachers in Thailand. It’s a great chance not only to learn an in-demand profession but also to gain an unforgettable experience living in one of the most beautiful and welcoming countries in Southeast Asia.
Our TEFL course in Chiang Mai (Thailand) runs for four weeks and is suitable for both experienced teachers and beginners with no prior teaching qualifications. The program covers teaching English as a foreign language methodology: vocabulary, grammar, phonetics, lesson planning, and classroom management. There’s a strong focus on practical skills — you’ll get useful tips on organizing lessons, addressing common student errors, and observing classes taught by experienced teachers.
Upon completion you’ll receive an internationally recognized TEFL certificate (Teaching English as a Foreign Language). This credential opens doors to teaching English not only in Thailand but in other countries around the world, as well as for online teaching. After you earn the certificate, the program sponsor will help you find a job.
IEC offers two program options:
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4-Week TEFL Course — a full four-week program in Chiang Mai that starts every month.
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TEFL Internship — a two-week course followed by a paid 4–5-month internship at schools in Chiang Mai and nearby areas. The TEFL certificate is awarded after successful completion of the internship.
Why join this program?
TEFL Internship — $2650
First installment — $495
- Airport pickup and transfer to accommodation
- 120-hour TEFL course
- Accommodation with breakfast for 30 days is included in the program fee for the TEFL Internship option.
- Study materials
- Support from the host organization
- Help finding housing
- TEFL practicum completion certificate
- School placement (if you choose the TEFL Internship option)
- Flights
- Health insurance
- Visa application
- Room and board during the TEFL course
Program materials
- Program brochure
- Sample participation agreement
- Country & placements guide (manual)
- Program cost calculator
Requirements
- Aged 18 or older. For the TEFL Internship option: 21 to 45 years old.
- A university degree.
- English level: advanced — equivalent to an IELTS score of 5.5. For the TEFL Internship option: equivalent to an IELTS score of 7.
Please note: Internships at IEC start twice a year — in September and April. Training programs, however, can start any Monday — they begin every week!
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Feel free to stop by our office. We’ve taken part in exchange programs ourselves several times, so we can share our personal experiences and impressions, help you choose the right program, and assist with finding temporary summer work in the USA and other countries around the world.
