Thailand 101

Settling in as an English teacher - the journey and expenses

In my short time in Thailand I have learned so much already. The journey here has already opened me up to alternative experiences. Meeting individuals from across the globe has taught me that it is alright to be different.


How far does a 40K salary go in Bangkok?

Will you be living well - or simply surviving?

Is it possible to live in Bangkok on a 30,000 baht teacher salary? OK, let's really drill down those numbers.


My take on agencies

Postbox letter from Chuck, Bangkok

A lot of people want to know what it would be like to work in Thailand. After having been here for 8 years I will tell you.


The long way home

Thoughts on the annual trip back to see the family

This is the time of year when my thoughts turn to that place I called home for 26 years - good old England. Yes, it's almost time to make my annual trip back to Blighty.


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Featured Jobs

Part-time Teachers for Weekends

฿330+ / hour

Bangkok


Native English-Speaking Nursery Teacher

฿60,000+ / month

Bangkok


Native English-Speaking Kindergarten Teacher

฿60,000+ / month

Bangkok


NES Teachers

฿50,000+ / month

Pathum Thani


Preschool and Primary English Language Teachers

฿40,000+ / month

Myanmar


NES English Teacher for Grade 7

฿59,000+ / month

Bangkok


Featured Teachers

  • Catherine


    Filipino, 29 years old. Currently living in Philippines

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    Russian, 33 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Diana


    Russian, 36 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Alexis


    Filipino, 32 years old. Currently living in Thailand

  • Chandrashekar


    Indian, 60 years old. Currently living in India

  • Muvhango


    South African, 44 years old. Currently living in South Africa

The Hot Spot


Need Thailand insurance?

Need Thailand insurance?

Have a question about health or travel insurance in Thailand? Ricky Batten from Pacific Prime is Ajarn's resident expert.


The Region Guides

The Region Guides

Fancy working in Thailand but not in Bangkok? Our region guides are written by teachers who actually live and work in the provinces.


Air your views

Air your views

Got something to say on the topic of teaching, working or living in Thailand? The Ajarn Postbox is the place. Send us your letters!


The cost of living

The cost of living

How much money does a teacher need to earn in order to survive in Thailand? We analyze the facts.


Will I find work in Thailand?

Will I find work in Thailand?

It's one of the most common questions we get e-mailed to us. So find out exactly where you stand.


Contributions welcome

Contributions welcome

If you like visiting ajarn.com and reading the content, why not get involved yourself and keep us up to date?


Teacher mistakes

Teacher mistakes

What are the most common mistakes that teachers make when they are about to embark on a teaching career in Thailand? We've got them all covered.


The dreaded demo

The dreaded demo

Many schools ask for demo lessons before they hire. What should you the teacher be aware of?