Apply for teaching jobs in Asia & Australasia
On completion of your UK-TEFL course, you will be able to apply for jobs all around the globe.
There are potential employers all round the world, so you might think that you should just choose a nice country and head there. The truth is, however, that in some countries you will find competition much tougher than others. The trick is knowing where there hotspots are.
We receive many requests from students wishing to teach English in Australia and New Zealand. Although the EFL market is well established in both of these countries, they are very regulated, meaning that English teachers with little or no experience will have minimal chance of finding useful EFL employment.
Here at UK-TEFL, we would recommend the following areas, countries and cities where you can find employment independently. Alternatively, take your pick from our paid teaching placements in Malaysia, Sri Lanka, China (Degree Only), China (Adults), China (Children), Hong Kong, South Korea, Thailand, Japan, Vietnam and many more!
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Asia
During the current economic slowdown in the UK, it is worth considering heading to areas that are still booming. Most Asian countries have an expanding English teaching industry.
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There are great opportunities pretty much wherever you go. Expect to be paid up to £600 per month but remember, the cost of living is VERY low.
Read more about working in Thailand >
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Popular with those teachers who want to work hard and earn lots. Seoul is the main area to work, but jobs can be found all over. Expect to earn around £1000 per month, including accommodation. We are able to place gradutes of the UK-TEFL training courses in a variety of different jobs and locations in South Korea, for no fee.
Read more about working in South Korea >
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One of the areas with highest demand for English teachers. Although pay is higher in South Korea and Japan, the amount here is more than sufficient to live on. We are able to place graduates of the UK-TEFL training courses in a variety of different jobs and locations in China, for no fee.
Read more about finding work in China >
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Traditionally for the highest calibre teachers only, through the JET programme. These days it is possible to find very well paid jobs, like South Korea.
Read more about finding work in Japan >
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Vietnam is a truly unique Asian destination. The demand for English is phenomenal and it's an exciting opportunity for people who want to teach here and experience the real Vietnam. We are able to place graduates of the UK-TEFL training courses in a variety of different jobs and locations in Vietnam for no fee.
Read more about finding work in Vietnam >
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There is considerable demand for EFL teachers here. Originally, opportunities were mainly voluntary and in refugee camps, but there is now a booming commercial market supplying English language training. Many require a degree plus a TEFL certificate and a minimum of six months’ experience.
Read more about finding work in Cambodia >
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While 3 out of 4 parents want their children to be educated in English, only 1 in 4 gains a place at schools that do this. To meet the demand, the Hong Kong government employs hundreds of English speakers to teach in the Chinese-medium state education system as part of the NET scheme (Native English Teacher).
Read more about finding work in Hong Kong>
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The TEFL market here is less developed than in other Asian countries, but it is well paid. Employment conditions tend to be excellent and normally include return airfare, health insurance and assistance in finding accommodation. Regardless of the level, from Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary or university, teachers are always in demand in Singapore. There are numerous primary and secondary schools and universities where teachers can apply for a respectable job.
Read more about finding work in Singapore >
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With tourism being such an important industry, the ability to speak English is a valuable skill. North American and British teachers are in high demand, while recruitment from Australia and New Zealand is increasing. It has been suggested that the richest students can no longer afford to go abroad and study English and so are staying in the country to learn and this has fuelled the demand locally.
Read more about finding work in Indonesia>
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Schools are very widespread throughout Nepal. There has been a significant rise in the number of private schools in urban areas and teaching jobs are also growing simultaneously. Teaching is regarded as one of the best professions here, as education in Nepal is known as giving priceless value to its students.
Read more about finding work in Nepal>
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The demand for the English language is still increasing in Russia and qualified EFL teachers should have few problems in finding work. Salaries have decreased a little due to economic problems but still allow the teacher a comfortable standard of living in most cases.
Read more about finding work in Russia>
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