120 hour Online TEFL Course & 12-month Internship

Paid 12 Month Cambodia TEFL Internship

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Overview

Become a TEFL teacher in Cambodia

Becoming a TEFL teacher in Cambodia is a brilliant way to use your skills and expertise to make the world a better place. TEFL teachers like YOU are key to a thriving future, in a chapter filled with economic growth, opportunity, and light. Sign up with a deposit and get ready to teach English, travel and explore Cambodia.

Essential information about this trip

  • 120 hour accredited online TEFL course
  • Monthly salary of US$700 - $1,800 (€660-€1,700/£575-£1,450)
  • Weeklong orientation
  • Welcome dinner
  • Cultural excursions to the Killing Fields, Market and Temple Tour
  • 12 month teaching placement
  • 18 vacation days
  • Airport pick-up & transfers
  • Approx 21 public holidays off
  • Accommodation assistance
  • Local SIM card
  • Visa guidance
  • Ongoing in-country support
What you'll get

Fully Inclusive Programme

  • 120 hour accredited online TEFL course
  • Monthly salary of US$700 - $1,800 (€660-€1,700/£575-£1,450)
  • Weeklong orientation
  • Welcome dinner
  • Cultural excursions to the Killing Fields, Market and Temple Tour
  • 12 month teaching placement
  • 18 vacation days
  • Airport pick-up & transfers
  • Approx 21 public holidays off
  • Accommodation assistance
  • Local SIM card
  • Visa guidance
  • Ongoing in-country support

Your Trip Itinerary

Day 1 1 day Getting there

All qualified applicants will fly into Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) where you'll be picked up by our in-country team.

Days 2-7 1 week Orientation

You'll enjoy a full weeklong cultural orientation and teaching preparation upon arrival, including a welcome dinner. Includes Khmer language, culture and society instruction, visits to the Killing Fields, Buddhist temples and local markets, plus a Khmer cooking class.

Days 8-380 12 months Your teaching experience

You've got a full 12 months to make a difference in your students' lives while teaching English in Cambodia. Teachers instruct 22-30 hours weekly across 5-6 days to learners ranging from children to teenagers at beginner to intermediate levels. The curriculum typically follows British, Australian, Canadian or US standards, and includes 2-3 weeks vacation plus 17-22 public holidays.

Day 381+ Ongoing After your internship

Congratulations, you did it! Make sure to celebrate this achievement. It's time to decide if you'd like to see more of Cambodia, traveling or teaching (or both).

What our interns say

Teach English in Cambodia

Ishaq's Teaching Experience

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4.93 out of 5.

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A birthday cake from my students

The greatest moments were definitely interacting with all the students. In Cambodia, students show a lot of appreciation to the teacher, during my birthday they brought a cake with my name on it.

Anton CambodiaMar 2025
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Non-native speakers welcome here

Don't let the fact that you are a non-native speaker stop you; just do the TEFL course and get some teaching experience by volunteering.

Slobadan CambodiaMay 2025
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English is wanted — and welcomed

I did not expect the English language to be so wanted. Every time I spoke to a Cambodian and told them what I was doing there, their faces almost always lit up.

Darcy CambodiaJul 2025
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Sights, people, students — all amazing

I could go on for ages about the rewarding parts but I'm gonna summarise by saying the sights, the experiences, the people I've met, and the students I've been able to help have all been amazing.

Ishaq Pervez CambodiaSep 2025
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Making a difference, one student at a time

The feeling of making a difference in even just one student's life and the feeling of having an impact... This entire experience is rewarding. It's humbling.

Musonda Grace Chisenga CambodiaNov 2025

Anton Cambodia

March 2025

A birthday cake from my students

The greatest moments were definitely interacting with all the students. In Cambodia, students show a lot of appreciation to the teacher, during my birthday they brought a cake with my name on it.

Premier TEFL

Slobadan Cambodia

May 2025

Non-native speakers welcome here

Don't let the fact that you are a non-native speaker stop you; just do the TEFL course and get some teaching experience by volunteering.

Premier TEFL

Darcy Cambodia

July 2025

English is wanted — and welcomed

I did not expect the English language to be so wanted. Every time I spoke to a Cambodian and told them what I was doing there, their faces almost always lit up.

Premier TEFL

Ishaq Pervez Cambodia

September 2025

Sights, people, students — all amazing

I could go on for ages about the rewarding parts but I'm gonna summarise by saying the sights, the experiences, the people I've met, and the students I've been able to help have all been amazing.

Premier TEFL

Musonda Grace Chisenga Cambodia

November 2025

Making a difference, one student at a time

The feeling of making a difference in even just one student's life and the feeling of having an impact... This entire experience is rewarding. It's humbling.

Premier TEFL
Locations

Locations

After you settle in, you will spend your teaching placement in one of our stunning placements including Battambang, Siem Reap, and Phnom Penh.

Cultural excursions

Wondering what you're going to do with your precious free time? We're glad you asked! We know your adventure bucket list is long, but make sure you tack these recommendations from past TEFL interns in Cambodia towards the top!

  • Kampot

    Kampot

    Chill out in gorgeous, peaceful Kampot, where you can climb Bokor Mountain on motorbike to find Popokvil Waterfall before taking a sunset river cruise to see the fireflies.

  • Cuisine

    Cuisine

    Bugs were the main source of protein during the Pol Pot regime, and you'd be surprised how well a can of spiced snails pairs with Angkor beers and conversation.

  • Angkor Wat

    Angkor Wat

    You + sunrise + a 12th century Hindu (now Buddhist) temple = a daybreak to remember. Buy your tickets & book your 5am tuk tuk in advance to avoid the queues.

How it works

Before you go, you’ll have an application form to fill out and documents to submit, a video chat and then you’ll be on your way.

  1. Apply

    Apply

  2. Interview

    Interview

  3. Document

    Document

  4. Teach!

    Teach!

Cambodia (Phnom Penh) Guide

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Questions & answers

Things people ask, before signing up.

Can't find your answer? Talk to a course advisor

How can I earn the upper pay scale in Cambodia?

Experienced teachers can expect to earn the upper end of the US $1,800 pay scale. Another factor is whether you hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) such as primary or high school teachers, or have a relevant teaching or education degree. For newly qualified ESL teachers, a salary of US $1,000 – $1,400 in Cambodia offers a very comfortable life with the opportunity to save money each month if you want.

What help is there for finding accommodation?

After your week-long hotel stay during orientation, you'll have full support from our team to arrange apartment and villa viewings at your teaching location. Budget guidelines per month: Private room in shared accommodation: $100 – $200; Studio apartment: $150 – $350; One bedroom apartment: $250 – $800; Two+ bedroom apartment: $300 – $900. Note: A down payment of one to two months' rent is normal when signing your lease.

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