Oyster Worldwide offer a very personal service with detailed preparation and support before, during and when you return from travel. Pre-departure services include a phone or skype interview and full briefing on what to expect. We advise on safety, cultural issues, flights, what to take, currency and what life will be like in your chosen destination. Oyster Worldwide pride themselves on selecting projects that we believe are genuinely worthwhile. Every project has been visited by a member of the Oyster team and vetted for excellence.
Highlights
Obtaining an internationally accredited TESOL qualification from an experienced provide
Gaining hands-on teaching experience which will improve your chances of success in the classroom
Taking part in cultural activities during the orientation week
Experiencing the wonders of Thailand as a full-time teacher
Receiving 24/7 support from Oyster and the in-country team throughout your time on the program
Gaining lifetime guaranteed school placement support in destinations across Asia
The job description
a typical day on this gap project
You will be collected from the airport and taken to your start location in either Hua Hin or Chiang Mai. For the first week, you will be involved in a week long action-packed orientation week that will introduce you to Thai customs, the culture and language as well as taking part in a Muay Thai boxing class!
Next, you'll begin the 120 hour, accredited TESOL course. The placement team will then place you in a teaching job in Thailand, which will pay at least 30,000 Thai Baht ($800) a month. After your contract is over, you can continue teaching as you receive lifetime placements from the team, who can find another job for you, teaching in Thailand, Vietnam, Mynamar or South Korea so you can continue your adventure.
If you already have a TESOL/TEFL, you can take part in the orientation week and then head straight to your job.
Fancy just doing the course and not working after? You can join the 4 week course to gain the TESOL qualification.
Who are we looking for?
what makes you the ideal candidate
To join the course you must be over 19 and from a native English speaking country. To work in Thailand as a teacher, you must have a Bachelor degree.
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your gap year
Airport pick-up
Accommodation during the course
120 hour accredited TESOL course
All orientation activities