Top 10 Reasons To Teach English In Vietnam
Are you interested in living abroad and want to know if teaching English in Vietnam is right for you?
We cover the top ten reasons to consider teaching English in Vietnam in our latest video:
Watch the video above for lots of video clips showing examples, but here’s a summary of the reasons we covered:
Salaries and Cost of Living: English teachers can earn $1,400-$2,000/month (excluding income TAX at about 15%), which goes far with Vietnam’s low living costs, estimated between $800 and $1,200 monthly. This balance allows for a comfortable lifestyle and savings potential.
Great Work-Life Balance: You’ll typically teach 15-25 hours per week, leaving ample free time for yourself. You’ll also need to lesson plan on top of that, but even then the working hours are very reasonable, ideal for balancing work with hobbies and exploration.
Potential to Save Money: Teachers can save a few hundred dollars monthly, depending on their lifestyle.
Affordable Housing: Central, comfortable studio apartments are available for around $400/month. Alternatively, you can get more spacious apartments for the same cost by living a bit farther from the city center.
Travel Opportunities: Vietnam is a beautiful and affordable base for exploring not only its own regions (e.g., Sapa, Ha Long Bay, Da Nang) but also nearby Southeast Asian countries like Thailand and Cambodia.
Food, Coffee, and Nightlife: Vietnam offers incredible local cuisine, a vibrant coffee culture, and nightlife options ranging from rooftop bars to intimate local spots, all at affordable prices.
The Teaching: Teaching is fun and rewarding. Vietnamese students are eager to learn, and parents value education highly. Teaching English As A Foreign Language (TEFL) involves creating an interactive, engaging environment rather than rigid instruction.
Unique Cultural Experiences: Living in Vietnam provides immersion in a new culture, a chance to meet locals and fellow expats, and endless opportunities for memorable experiences.
Friendship and Community: Moving abroad creates strong bonds as people are more inclined to make friends in a new environment. Many teachers make lifelong friends, both among expats and Vietnamese locals.
Fast Timeline To Get Started: Teaching English in Vietnam is accessible. With a bachelor’s degree and a TEFL certificate, you can start teaching within a few months—quickly transitioning into a rewarding career.
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