Advice for how to Thrive and Get a Job Teaching in Thailand

Introduction

Webinar on teaching in Thailand with recruiters and teachers

Discussing job opportunities, teaching requirements, and motivations for moving to Thailand

Presenters: Aaron (helped 350 teachers move to China), Christina (taught in Thailand), and Karen (taught in Thailand), Karen (Recruiter for Ambassador Education Group in Chiang Mai).

Teaching in Thailand
* Overview of different school types (international, bilingual, public, private, etc.)
* Importance of researching schools, reviews, and teacher retention rates
* Visa requirements and timelines for applying/interviewing
* Housing options and transportation (motorcycles, Grab app)

Featured Schools
* Gainesville International School Chingrai Military Academy (new middle school in Chiang Rai)
* Grace International School (Christian school in Chiang Mai, hiring various positions)
* Ambassador Education Group (Unity Concord International School, Americana Chinese International School, and others in Chiang Mai)
* Legacy of Grace School (American curriculum school in Chumphon, southern Thailand)

Advice from Teachers
* Jeanette: Cultural differences, language barrier, friendly people, research schools thoroughly
* Christina: Reasons for choosing Thailand (weather, culture, missions hub), housing options, transportation

Q&A and Additional Information
* Teaching Thai, Burmese, or Chinese students
* Safety and friendliness in Thailand
* Advice for those considering teaching in Thailand

Resources: http://www.AcademicsandAsia.com MyTEFL certification

0:00 - Introduction and Overview
3:48 - Poll Results: Familiarity with Thailand and Teaching Abroad
6:37 - Choosing the Right School and Location
7:35 - Visa Requirements and Contract Considerations
9:12 - Preparing for the Move: Logistics and Community
10:01 - Application Timeline and Deadlines
11:00 - Overview of Schools in Different Regions of Thailand
13:19 - Gainesville International School Chingrai Military Academy (Masai)
16:09 - Grace International School (Chiang Mai)
17:25 - Ambassador Education Group Schools (Chiang Mai)
27:23 - Legacy of Grace School (Chumphon)
28:27 - TEFL Certification and Job Board
29:30 - Culture Pre-Field Training
29:57 - Q&A: Teaching Thai, Burmese, or Chinese Students
31:37 - Q&A: Safety and Friendliness in Thailand
34:19 - Advice from Teacher Jeanette
36:34 - Christina's Experience and Reasons for Moving to Thailand
42:03 - Finding Housing in Thailand
45:35 - Closing Remarks

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