Thailand · 2026 Intake Open

Write your next chapter in the Land of Smiles.

Trade the cubicle for a classroom in Thailand. Accredited TEFL, guaranteed job placement, and a lifetime of stories — fully supported from application to arrival.

5,850+
Teachers Placed
฿30–40k
Monthly Salary
419
Partner Schools
An XploreAsia teacher with Thai students
Classroom Memory №042 — Chiang Mai
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Accredited & Award-Winning

TQUK Level 5 Accredited TEFL — Ofqual regulatedTop Rated TEFL Courses Thailand 2026Top Rated TEFL Courses Cambodia 2026Top Rated TEFL Courses Costa Rica 2026Go Overseas Community Choice Awards 2025 — Top Rated SupportGo Overseas Community Choice Awards 2025 — Top Rated Job AssistanceGo Overseas Community Choice Awards 2025 — Top Rated Fun

Our TEFL/TESOL certification is regulated by Ofqual and delivered as a TQUK-approved training centre — internationally recognised by employers worldwide.

Why XploreAsia

Why start here?

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Accredited Certification

120-hour internationally recognised TEFL/TESOL course that opens classroom doors worldwide.

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Guaranteed Placement

Step into a verified Thai school through our network of 419 partners — no cold applications.

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Cultural Immersion

A 40-hour in-country orientation in language, customs, and the small details that make life click.

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Lifetime Support

Visa help, placement support, and a 6,000-strong alumni network long after your first contract.

From our teachers

Words from the road.

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I went from a desk job in Manchester to teaching in Chiang Mai in under four months. XploreAsia handled everything I was scared of.
Hannah W.
Placed 2024 · Chiang Mai
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The orientation week alone was worth it. I had friends, a flat, and a class plan before I'd even finished jet lag.
Marcus T.
Placed 2023 · Bangkok
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The placement was real — a proper school, fair pay, and a coordinator I could text any time. Best decision of my twenties.
Priya S.
Placed 2024 · Krabi
The Scenery

See life in Thailand.

Hear it from our teachers — short films from the classroom, the orientation, and the road.

Life as a Teacher in Thailand
XploreAsia Orientation Week
Stories from our Teachers
Clear Skies Ahead

Three steps to Thailand.

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Apply & Consult

Send a quick application, then book a free call with an XploreAsia advisor to map out your move.

02

Certify & Place

Complete your accredited TEFL course while we interview you for partner schools and handle the paperwork.

03

Land & Orient

Meet your cohort at orientation week, learn the essentials of Thai life, then head to your new home.

Teachers in traditional Thai dress
Songkran Festival · Hua Hin
The Programme

Everything in your Paid Teach-in-Thailand programme.

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  • Monthly salary of 30,000–40,000 Thai baht (often more)
  • Full semester contract, extendable
  • 120-hour internationally accredited TEFL/TESOL certification
  • 40-hour in-country cultural orientation
  • Full-service placement with extensive post-placement support
  • Access to XploreAsia alumni network of 6,000+ teachers
  • Lifetime placement support guarantee
Common Questions

Quick answers.

Do I need a degree to teach in Thailand?

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Most Thai schools require a bachelor's degree in any subject. Our team will confirm your eligibility on your free consultation call.

How much does the programme cost?

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Programme fees vary by start date and certification track. We share the full breakdown on your consultation — there are no hidden costs.

When are the next intakes?

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We run multiple intakes throughout the year. Apply now and we'll match you to the intake that fits your timeline.

What support do I get once I'm in Thailand?

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You get a dedicated in-country coordinator, a 6,000+ alumni network, and lifetime placement support.

XploreAsia Teach in Thailand programme guide — printed booklet
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