Kids-English Thailand

I was super fortunate with my placement, the school, my co-teacher and generally all the other expats in the city was super great. I gained life-long friends and adapted so well. Working with these people and living in Lampang has been the best 1.5 years of my life so far. I fell in love with Thailand and ended my contract to seek higher salary and new experiences, it’s very hit and miss whether you’ll settle in well or not, but i was lucky and will be forever grateful.

Teaching in Thailand for the past eight months has been an incredible experience. The students are eager to learn, respectful, and full of energy, making each day in the classroom truly enjoyable. Their curiosity and enthusiasm for education are infectious, creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment. The Thai culture, with its emphasis on kindness and respect, shines through in the students' attitudes and interactions. They are not only diligent but also warm-hearted, often going out of their way to make me feel welcome. Watching their progress over these months has been deeply fulfilling, and knowing that I’ve played a role in their growth is a privilege I’ll always cherish. Beyond the classroom, the support from colleagues, KET staff, and the local community has been exceptional. Teaching in Thailand has not only allowed me to share knowledge but also to grow personally and professionally. It’s an experience I’ll treasure forever!

I was approached for this opportunity through an agency in my home country, before being directed to Matthew and the KET Team. Throughout the onboarding experience they gave me a comprehensive understanding of what I could expect for the first few weeks of my time in Thailand. While at the KET offices in Sukhothai my needs were met, and the staff went beyond my expectations by recovering some laundry I had left behind in Bangkok on accident. (Blaming Jet Lag for that one!) Once my week's worth of training had passed, I was escorted to my school in Lamphun where the majority of my time was to be for the following seven months. If you are thinking that teaching in rural Thailand will be easy; you will be in for a rude awakening. While the staff at my school were receptive to my needs, I had to reach out for everything that I needed while on the job; you will get very few handouts without asking for assistance. English proficiency amongst the average Thai student and person will not be high for the vast majority, so expect to use a translation app to smooth over conversations where you have to in order to get by. Make sure to embrace Thai culture, and volunteer yourself for help where you are able so you can better get to know the people who can make your experiences either heaven or hell while you are there. It is an experience I would recommend only to those with an open mind and a spirit for adventure. If you are thinking you can coast by on ChatGPT generated PowerPoints while exploring, you won't last long. If you have a hard working spirit, an aim of getting into education as a full-time career, and boundless curiosity about foreign cultures I would give my full endorsement for working with Kids English Thailand as a Teacher. Good luck!