You will have an important impact on the lives of many children and adults on taking English teaching jobs in Asia. You do not need to be a teacher to teach in Asia. TEFL or TESOL certifications are the prerequisites to participate in this international teaching experience. Knowledge of the local language is not compulsory no more. English teaching jobs in Asia is open to those who possess TEFL or TESOL whether you are on a sabbatical, student, teacher or retired.
You will be warmly welcomed by your students in Asia. Whether you are interested in teaching English or French, or even teaching computer science, several openings are currently available in urban, rural and semi-rural areas in Cambodia, China, Mongolia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam. You will be able to teach children of all ages and levels, in primary and secondary school, and sometimes even adults. Many often work alongside local teachers and collaborate in teaching.
Teaching in Asia – How is it?
You will notice that schools in Asia often lack personnel and material and financial resources. Some schools are relatively well equipped with teaching materials, while others are largely lacking. Class sizes can be very large, sometimes with up to 50 children per class. No matter your environment and resources available, you will see that your best resource and teaching tool is yourself. Students will want to know more about you, who you are and what country you come from. They will want to know why you have chosen Asia to teach and give your time.
No matter your skills or talents, teaching in Asia is a unique opportunity to combine an experience of a new, fascinating and changing adventure that will certainly make you grow both personally and professionally.