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💰 Competitive Salaries With 2-3X Lower Living Costs Than In The West: Keep more of what you earn while living comfortably in one of Asia's most affordable countries.
🍜 Immerse Yourself in a Rich Culture, Incredible Food & Warm People: Vietnam is vibrant, welcoming, and endlessly rewarding to explore.
✈️ Your Gateway to Southeast Asia: Manageable working hours and low day-to-day costs make weekend getaways and regional travel genuinely within reach.
🎓 Teach English, Change Lives Give your students access to opportunities that English fluency can unlock and build a meaningful career in the process.
With the Vietnam TEFL Program, you will:
🌏 Receive full visa, document & relocation support.
🎓 Get TEFL certified with internationally accredited training.
💼 Secure a guaranteed job within 60 days or less.
🤝 Join a welcoming community of team members and and alumni.
✈️ Move abroad with clarity and confidence, even if it’s your first time.
It takes just 4 weeks to complete your teacher training and TEFL certification in Vietnam.
Then we help our program participants secure jobs after graduation and we guarantee you'll receive a job within 30 days of graduation. Our average time for graduates to secure a job is only 7 days after graduation.
So the entire process takes 60 days or less — move to Vietnam and start earning an income Ninja-fast!
We assist you with preparing everything needed before your departure in order to arrive safely in the country. You'll avoid costly mistakes and feel prepared and supported throughout the entire process. Includes:
✅ Visa guidance
✅ Document legalization guidance
✅ Accommodation booking support
✅ Onboarding call
✅ One-to-one chat support
We guide you through the process of securing the necessary documents, legalization / authentication of documents, visas, booking flights, recommending accommodation options for when you arrive and answering all your pre-arrival questions and concerns.
You’ll have access to our team for advice and support throughout the duration of the program and as you settle in to Vietnam!
Explore the exciting Ho Chi Minh City and meet your classmates so you can adapt to and gain knowledge of your new environment and feel settled and comfortable in Vietnam:
✅ City tour day to see the sites
✅ Welcoming evening with classmates and alumni
✅ Group message chat with classmates & staff
✅ Vietnamese lesson and resources.
Connect with up to 16 classmates in your cohort and alumni in our private online community before arrival.
Then we'll take you on a city tour day, to show you some of the top attractions of Ho Chi Minh City, have lunch at a local restaurant, become more familiar and comfortable with your surroundings and further get to know Vietnam, your classmates and our team.
We host a welcoming evening with your cohort of up to 16 fellow program attendees so you can make friends, meet our team and sample some of Vietnam’s mouth watering cuisine. We also host monthly meetups and other events for our alumni.
Nobody wants to arrive in a new country all on their own! Our Vietnam TEFL Program includes:
- Orientation, city tour, Vietnamese lesson, welcoming evening and graduation dinner.
- Opportunity to make friends with up to 16 new arrivals in your cohort.
- Access to our exclusive community & regular events.
- Individualized support from our in-country team
One of the top benefits our in-country program participants say they love the most is the community we provide.
Join a cohort of up to 16 participants and meet like-minded individuals from around the world embarking on the same journey as you and going through the highs, as well as the challenges, of arriving and settling in to a new country together.
We have seen hundreds of our members make lifelong friends over the course of the program and their time in Vietnam.
Immersive classroom training with Vietnam’s most experienced teacher training team provides you with the confidence and practical teaching skills that highly valued among employers in Vietnam, and includes:
✅ 150-hour accredited TEFL certification.
✅ 4 weeks of classroom based training.
✅ Observed teaching practice and feedback.
Take our 4 week in-person classroom training course at our onsite location in Vietnam.
Our training equips you with the skills, confidence and practical experience needed to become an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher in Vietnam and countries across the globe.
In-classroom practical training is highly valued by employers and makes your TEFL certification highly sought after when it comes to securing employment.
With 150 hours of total study, 4 weeks of in-person classroom training, 6 hours of observing experienced teachers in local schools and 6 hours teaching practice with Vietnamese students in real schools, our accredited TEFL course meets the highest standards for a TEFL / TESOL certification.
Courses that meet these criteria are the most highly valued courses among employers in the ESL industry. Our training will set you up for success and help you secure the best teaching English jobs in Vietnam, as well as other countries around the world.
Our training will ensure you become a confident and skillful teacher and are ready for the EFL classroom, whether you've never taught before or are an experienced subject teacher.
We offer the highest quality training available in Vietnam, and have a great reputation and partnerships with the top schools in order to help you get the best teaching positions throughout the country (and the rest of the world!).
Module 1: Introduction to Teaching ESL
Module 2: Getting to Know Your Learners
Module 3: Foundations of Lesson Planning
Module 4: Giving Effective Instructions
Module 5: Teaching Vocabulary and Pronunciation
Module 6: Teaching Grammar
Module 7: Teaching Listening and Speaking
Module 8: Teaching Reading and Writing
Module 9: Classroom Management
Module 10: Career Readiness
Master's In Professional Development For Language Education
Cambridge DELTA & Qualified CELTA Tutor
Sadie has 17 years of experience as an educator in the ESL industry and is one of Vietnam's top ESL teacher trainers, having trained teachers at many of Vietnam's leading education institutions.
We focus on offering the highest quality training from experienced ESL educators so that you know you'll be prepared to be an effective teacher.
Recognized for Value, Training & Job Support
Have the opportunity to teach in real schools and observe experienced teachers during the program, with helpful assessment and feedback on your teaching, ensuring you become a confident and effective teacher:
✅ 6 hours of practical teaching at local schools with real ESL learners.
✅ 6 hours observing experienced teachers in real schools.
✅ Assessed teaching practice.
You'll teach actual classes, with real Vietnamese learners, in a wide range of age groups from kindergarten to adult.
Observations: 6 hours observing experienced ESL teachers conducting lessons with Vietnamese students of varying ages and levels in real schools in Vietnam.
Teaching: 6 teaching hours taught by you to real Vietnamese learners in real schools. You will receive feedback on your teaching so that you can improve your teaching throughout the training.
With 12 hours of total practicum in real classes (6 hours observing experienced teachers and 6 hours teaching real students) you'll be prepared and confident to actually teach classes by the end of the program.
Many courses do not include any teaching practicum or have practicum with "mock students" which doesn't give you the experience that is so highly valued by employers.
You'll also receive numerous opportunities to practice and improve your teaching skills with your trainer and classmates throughout the 4-weeks of training.
Our Vietnam TEFL Program have been accredited by ACCREDITAT, an international accreditation body. This means our courses have been assessed against internationally recognised standards to demonstrate the competence, impartiality and performance capability of the course.
Ninja Teacher TEFL Academy Location
Ninja Teacher TEFL Academy is centrally located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: ten minutes from District 1, two minutes from Landmark 81 (the tallest building in Vietnam) and less than 100m away from a station on the new metro line.
Ho Chi Minh City offers hundreds of accommodation options. Once enrolled, we'll guide you on how to book short term accommodation options for during the program.
The cost of accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City is very affordable and there are many short term housing options that you can choose from while completing the 4 weeks, after which you'll find an apartment in an area you like and based on your job location.
We’ll provide real estate agent recommendations and resources for finding an apartment, with many options of studio apartments in the US $350 - $500 per month range.
We are able to guarantee you will receive a job offer within 30 days of graduation due to:
✅ Our high quality training
✅ Reputation amongst employers
✅ Extensive network of schools
✅ Unique job placement process
So you can rest assured you will receive a job through the program!
After graduation we work closely with you to secure you employment at a school in Vietnam.
Our placement track record is made possible by our quality of training, positive reputation among employers and active network of schools.
The vast majority of schools in Vietnam only hire teachers already in the country so after the course you are ideally situated to land a job and we work closely with you to secure a job.
We have close relationships and a great reputation with the top schools in Vietnam, plus extensive support during the hiring process, to ensure you are hired by the best possible school. We know what schools are hiring at any given time and work with you until you’re hired.
Ninja Teacher TEFL Academy is based in the fast-paced and exciting Ho Chi Minh City, which combines modern city living with the vibrant culture of the region.
With plentiful job opportunities, amazing restaurants, cafes, and nightlife, it's the perfect place to start or continue your career as an English teacher.
This is where our TEFL training takes place and we have a great community of alumni living in the city, as a large percentage of our graduates decide to stay on and teach in HCMC after their course.
There are also employment opportunities in Hanoi, the culturally and historically rich capital of the country.
Or you can live and teach in smaller cities throughout Vietnam if you want a more local experience.
There is also the possibility of teaching English in dozens of other countries around the world, or even online, so your options are numerous after taking one of our internationally accredited TEFL program.
Make lifelong friends and join a friendly, supportive community of like-minded classmates and alumni:
✅ Meet up to 16 participants per program.
✅ Private community and messenger chats.
✅ Regular in-person events for alumni.
Join 100+ Ninja Teachers moving to Vietnam each year and be a part of the active community of like-minded individuals teaching English in Vietnam.
We host ongoing events in Ho Chi Minh City to foster the community and help you make friends during your time abroad.
Private online community for connecting with Ninja Teacher alumni around the world.
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* Waitlists are available for fully booked programs.
Waitlisted individuals will be notified if a space becomes available.
✅ Visa support & pre-arrival help: Ensure a seamless transition to life in Vietnam.
✅ Orientation & city tour: Meet the community from day one and explore your new home.
✅ 4-week in-class training: Learn from experts and build practical skills.
✅ 12-hour teaching practicum with real students: hone your abilities in real classes.
✅150-hour TEFL certificate: Graduate with an internationally accredited certification.
✅ Full in-country support: Our experienced team is here to help.
✅ Make lifelong friends: Join a group of like-minded trainees.
✅ Exclusive community access: Stay connected with ongoing events.
✅ Guaranteed job placement: Secure a teaching job within 30 days of graduating.-
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Already Completed A TEFL Certification?
We offer a discounted rate on our Vietnam TEFL Program if you've already completed an online TEFL course or in-class TEFL course through a reputable provider.*
You'll receive everything in our Vietnam TEFL program including in-country orientation, in-class practical training, teaching practicum with real ESL learners and guaranteed job placement.
*The discounted rate will be offered after we've assessed whether your TEFL meets certain criteria.
1) A Bachelor's degree in any subject is required by the Vietnamese government. The degree can be of any major as long as it's a full Bachelor's degree from an English speaking university / college.
2) Native English speaker with a passport from either the United States of America, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, Australia or New Zealand. Due to visa, government, and employer requirements, we can only accept those with a passport from these countries on our Vietnam TEFL Program at this time.
3) Be fit and healthy, as a basic health screening is required to secure a work permit.
Any pre-existing physical or mental health conditions should be cleared with our Enrollment Manager.
4) Able to obtain a clean criminal background check from home country (some exceptions may apply).
"I cannot recommend it more because it helped me with literally everything. It teaches you how to be a teacher really even if you've never done it before. All that nervous energy of being in the classroom with foreign students was just completely swept away after doing this course. I met some great friends and all the staff have been so helpful... If you want to be an EFL teacher in Vietnam I think Ninja Teacher is the best way to start!"
- Ruby, Australia
"I did the Ninja Teacher course in May. I'm now working and I love Vietnam! It's really nice and the people are amazing here. I love working and teaching English. I would recommend it for everyone who wants to come here to just do it and not think about it too much because there is a lot of support if you do this course."
- Ari, Scotland
"I did the April TESOL program with Ninja Teacher and I graduated in May. I now have a job and really loving Vietnam! I would say Ninja Teacher was very helpful to me because it taught me all the bases I needed as an ESL teacher, as well as provided a community that was really helpful in starting out living my life here in Vietnam so if you're thinking about coming here definitely check it out!"
- Anna, Canada
"Ninja Teacher was the way to go! I felt absolutely supported, loved and encouraged. - Anni, USA
Zak Took Our Vietnam TEFL Program And Has Been Teaching in Vietnam For Over A Year
Jon N
ILA HR Manager
If there’s one word you could use to describe your experience with us, what would it be and why?
Wonderful - From a partner standpoint our communication between ILA and Nina Teacher, the coordination of our partner visits and the teacher quality has all been wonderful.
What made our new teachers stand out from other programs?
ILA has welcomed many graduates from Ninja Teacher Academy in 2022 and we look forward to hiring many more in 2023. The feedback we've received has been overwhelmingly positive. The teachers from Ninja Teacher have all been well prepared for the ILA classroom with a deep knowledge of various teaching strategies and activities to really engage and build bonds with their students. Keep up the great work Alex and team!
Peter Waters
Academic Director
If there’s one word you could use to describe your experience with us, what would it be and why?
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What made our new teachers stand out from other programs?
Ninja teachers leave the course ready to thrive in the language teaching environment in Vietnam. The course equips them with the practical knowledge and experience they need to succeed, particularly in a range of young learner classrooms. Other TEFL courses don't have such an overt focus on the unique skills and competencies needed to teach young children English, but we have found Ninja graduates more than ready for this challenge! In addition, without exception we have found Ninja teachers to have an excellent attitude and growth mindset and we are proud to have recruited many to work with us at POLY.