Teach English in Thailand: High School Jobs in Bangkok & Isaan 2027 | ESLstarter
Explore Thailand in 2026 – from tranquil beaches to vibrant Bangkok, your Thailand teaching adventure starts here!💛
Teach English in Thailand
Teach high school English conversation at government schools in Bangkok, Central and Northeast Thailand with SINE Education Service. Lesson plans provided, paid training and year-round start dates, with no placement fee through ESLstarter.
High school teaching jobs in Thailand
SINE Education Service runs English conversation courses for government schools across Thailand, giving TEFL teachers reliable, well-supported roles in Bangkok, Central Thailand and the Northeast.
Every course is specially designed and delivered by SINE-trained teachers. The courses tackle the real challenges of teaching English to large groups while keeping lessons fun and rewarding, for you and your students. All lesson plans are provided, so you can focus on teaching.
Founded in 2010 with just 13 teachers in 3 schools, SINE has grown steadily to a network of 52 partner schools, making it one of the most established TEFL employers in Thailand.
Your Thailand package
An excellent local salary in one of the world's most affordable and welcoming countries.
Monthly salary, depending on location
Paid when you complete your contract
24 lessons a week, Monday to Friday, of 50 or 60 minutes
All lesson plans provided, plus classrooms with multimedia resources
Get ready to teach before your first lesson
Thai public holidays, plus 2 weeks' annual leave in October
Cover through Aetna, plus paid sick leave
A legal work visa and permit provided
Airport pick-up and help finding accommodation
Who can apply?
- A bachelor's degree in any subject
- A native English speaker with a passport from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK or the USA (a visa requirement)
- A TEFL, TESOL or CELTA certificate is preferred
- An outgoing, friendly and cheerful personality
- Enjoys working with young people
- Able to provide references on request
No TEFL yet? SINE prefers TEFL-qualified teachers. Our partner TEFL UK's 120-hour TEFL is internationally recognised, online from just £63 and can be completed in around 3 weeks. Add the 20-hour teaching practicum for real classroom experience that makes your application stand out.
Get TEFL certified from £63You won't be on your own
You'll work alongside other SINE teachers and learn from each other, with paid training before you start and a local team supporting you throughout your contract.
SINE's Program Manager, Jason Murphy, began teaching in Thailand with no experience himself, so the team knows exactly what it's like to start out.
How it works
Apply with ESLstarter
Send the form below. We'll check your eligibility and documents.
Interview
An interview with SINE, with tips from us beforehand.
Offer and contract
Choose one or two semesters and tell us your location preferences.
Visa and travel
Your work permit is provided, and we guide you through the paperwork.
Arrive and train
Airport pick-up, help finding a place to live and paid training before you teach.
Life in Thailand
From the energy of Bangkok to the rice fields and friendly towns of Isaan, Thailand offers an incredible mix of city life, culture and nature, with tropical beaches and islands for your weekends and holidays.
Thailand is affordable by Western standards. A local salary covers rent, food and travel comfortably, especially outside Bangkok. Street food is delicious and cheap, and buses and trains make it easy and inexpensive to explore the country.
Teaching in Thailand: your questions answered
How much do English teachers earn in Thailand?
With SINE Education Service, teachers earn THB 33,000 to 36,500 a month depending on location, plus a completion bonus. Living costs in Thailand are low compared with the UK, so the salary covers a comfortable lifestyle.
Where in Thailand will I teach?
SINE works with 52 government partner schools in Bangkok, Central Thailand and Northeast Thailand (Isaan). You'll teach English conversation to high school students.
When can I start teaching in Thailand?
SINE hires all year round, with contracts of one or two semesters. Paid training is provided before you start teaching.
Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach in Thailand?
A TEFL, TESOL or CELTA certificate is preferred and makes your application stronger. Our 120-hour TEFL course is online, from £63, and can be completed in around 3 weeks.
Which nationalities can apply?
Because of visa requirements, you need to be a native English speaker with a passport from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK or the USA, plus a bachelor's degree in any subject.
What is healthcare like in Thailand?
Healthcare in Bangkok is excellent, and provincial capitals have very good hospitals. In rural areas, it's best to travel to a provincial capital for treatment. SINE provides health insurance through Aetna, and English-speaking doctors and pharmacies are easy to find.
What should I pack for teaching in Thailand?
Smart, conservative work clothes, light summer clothing, an umbrella for the rainy season, sun cream, a hat and mosquito repellent. Leave your winter clothes at home. Anything you forget is easy and cheap to buy in Thailand.
Ready to teach in Thailand?
SINE is hiring year-round. Applying takes five minutes, and our service is free.
