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Feb 10th, 2023
May 13th, 2023
Overview
Dawn’s light breaks over a nearly thousand-year old spires and shines across the carving of the Buddha in stone.
Stepping out of your tuk-tuk and into the world’s most preserved temple complex, you marvel, yet again, at the vastness of the surrounding landscape. You’re in Cambodia!
Do you want your English teaching abroad experience to be a colorful whirlwind of ancient Wats, gorgeous scenery, unsolved mysteries, and tasty curries? Then Cambodia is for YOU.
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.
Fully Inclusive Programme
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120 hour accredited online TEFL course
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Accommodation assistance
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Two week orientation
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Visa assistance
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12 month teaching placement
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Ongoing & emergency support
Your Trip Itinerary
Getting there
All qualified applicants will fly into Siem Reap International Airport (REP) where you’ll be picked up by our in-country team.
Orientation
You’ll enjoy a full fortnight of cultural orientation and teaching preparation upon arrival. This itinerary is packed!
During orientation, you will learn about Khmer culture, language and society, while forming friendships with other teachers. Previous cultural excursions included visiting the Floating Village at Tonle Sap Lake and a cycle and explore Temple Tour.
You’ll also have the unique opportunity to warm up your classroom skills with 6 – 10 hours of practice teaching at local NGOs, schools and businesses.
Your teaching experience
At your teaching location you’ll have full support through a local agent to choose your housing and after settling into your new home, it’s time to get into the classroom!
You’ll be confident to face any teaching situation after completing 120 hours of certified teacher training plus your live practice teaching during orientation.
You’ve got a full 12 months to make a difference in your students’ lives while teaching English in Cambodia, and we want to help you live life to the fullest for EVERY one of them.
You’re now ready to start teaching English 20-25 hours weekly to students ranging from kids to teens, beginners to intermediate levels.
Expect to follow a provided syllabus, International Schools typically follow a British, Australian, Canadian or US curriculum and holidays often coincide with the country that your school syllabus follows.
With weekends off plus all 21 public holidays and a great salary to enjoy, you will have a long list of sightseeing and travel plans. Book a boat trip, visit an ancient temple and grab a fresh sugar cane juice with new friends. Prepare to check off a few amazing bucket list items!
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).
You might decide to extend your stay in Cambodia and teach for longer by renewing your contract. The possibilities are endless for you now as a confident and experienced TEFL teacher.
Essential information about this trip
What our interns say
Locations
After you settle in, you will spend your teaching placement in one our stunning placements including Battambang, Siem Reap, and Phnom Penh
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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.
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!
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Questions and Answers
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?
You’ll have a choice of pre-booked hotel accommodation at special rates (hand-picked by our team) for your first two weeks at orientation. Options range from US$190 to $450 for the fortnight plus $50 for electricity which is charged separately.
At your teaching location you’ll have full support from our team to arrange apartment and villa viewings. There is a wide range of housing available for rent in Cambodia, with plenty of options for every budget.
Almost all rental apartments are fully furnished and some offer services such as cleaning, 24-hour security, garbage collection, and WiFi.
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.
Do I need to be vaccinated for Covid-19?
No, it’s not required to have proof of Covid-19 vaccination to teach English in Cambodia.
In other TEFL destinations it can be a school preference to hire Covid-19 vaccinated teachers, however this doesn’t apply to the International Schools that we work with in Cambodia.
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