Live the Thai Life - Teach English in Thailand Package

  Thailand

Bangkok

Term: Fall, Spring 
Length of Position: 120hrs TESOL/TEFL course + 11 or 5 month contract in Thailand
Dates: Oct 2009, May 2010 or Oct 2010

Description: "Live The Thai Life! Flexible, Well-Paid and Hassle-Free Contracts As Early As October 2009"

Announcing our new Teach English in Thailand Support Package!

Get your all important first job and TEFL/TESOL certification with no hassle and all the support you need during your contract teaching English in Thailand.

Who's it for?

This package is perfect for anyone who is new to working abroad and would value an easy start and friendly guidance overseas!

* Before You Go: We'll help you submit your application and make sure you get an internationally-recognized 120 hour TEFL / TESOL certificate that has been established since 1994 and quality checked by the ODLQC
          - Immediate, 24/7 access to the main 40 hour Online course so that you can study and interact online within minutes of registering
          - Immediate access to the Online 20 hour Grammar study Module
          - Teaching English One-to-One 5 hour Module
          - Using Audio and Video in the classroom 5 hour Module
          - Teaching English to Large Classes 5 hour Module
          - Teach English to Young Learners 5 hour Module
          - Teaching Business English 5 hour Module
          - Teaching with Limited Resources 5 hour Module
          - Cultural Awareness in the Classroom 5 hour Module
          - Teaching pronunciation 5 hour Module
          - A 20 hour weekend TESOL/TEFL training course
          - Experienced, personalized training from highly qualified tutors who have taught TEFL overseas for a minimum of 3 years
          - FREE TEFL/TESOL Course book to accompany the 20 hour Weekend Course
          - Live video tutorials to keep you on your toes during the course
          - FREE lifetime advice on all things TESOL/TEFL from our experienced support helpdesk
          - FREE bonus lesson plans to take away
          - Full technical support for your online course

* When You Arrive In Thailand:
          - Airport pickup and transfer
          - 2-day orientation to help you make the most of your time in Thailand including a tour of Bangkok
          - Thai bank account set-up and SIM card for your telephone
          - A teaching contract in Thailand with a reputable school paying a minimum of 27,500 Thai Baht this is GBP 500 or USD 800* per month. There are 11 and 5 month contracts available
          - Shared accommodation is organised for you to move into, this will cost 5,000 Thai Baht each month, this is about GBP 90 or USD 140*
          - Ongoing support in Thailand with a local team

* Once You Have Completed Your Contract In Thailand
          - You'll get a written reference from your employer
          - You will have the option to extend teaching experience or go seek alternative work
          - FREE access is granted to all of our agents who can help you find work after your Thailand experience
          - FREE access to an 8000 job contacts list that we have created for you to use any time in the future

Please note: This is a real teaching job, i-to-i have no influence over the recruitment process all final decisions are made by the Thai job provider who are a global operation with many contract positions in Thailand.

Highlights: Here's what you'll get:

* Your first job, expect to get paid a minimum of 27,500 Thai Baht, that's GBP 5,400 for an 11 month contract the equivalent salary would be around GBP 22,000 or USD 40,000 in terms of a standard of living comparison to those countries
* This income is easily enough for you to see the country and experience the culture independantly. If you have a PGCE (Post Graduate Certification in Education-in the UK only) expect to earn 20% more!
* We'll organise everything for you starting with a 3-day orientation! And, when you're there you'll have a friendly local contact throughout your contract
* You'll complete 120 hours of TESOL/TEFL certification before you go, we'll get you fully prepared for day 1!
* FREE 20% OFF voucher for any i-to-i travel experience valid for 18 months
* FREE Thailand Lonely Planet guide
* A Thai SIM card for your mobile phone and a top up card allowing you to let your friends know how lucky you are!
* A Thai phrase book to get your language skills started
* A map of Bangkok
* On-going contact and support from our in-country team throughout your 5 or 11 month contract
* All this carries a risk-free guarantee - if you're not happy prior to getting certified, we'll refund you. Plain and simple.

This package will give you vital teaching experience and a life-changing travel opportunity without any of the huge costs associated with gap travel. More importantly you'll get to see Thailand on your terms, and from the inside.

Qualifications: Pre-requisites:

    * You are available to start your contract in Oct 2009, May 2010 or Oct 2010
    * You need to have a passport for a country who's native language is English (for example the UK, USA or Australia)
    * You must have a University degree
   
Here are the key details:

    * You can start your contract in Oct 2009, May 2010 or Oct 2010
    * You need to have a passport for a country who's native language is English (for example the UK, USA or Australia)
    * You must have a University degree
    * No previous teaching experience is necessary!
    * You do not need to be able to speak the Thai language

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: from USD 1,275

* Your first job, expect to get paid a minimum of 27,500 Thai Baht, that's GBP 5,400* for an 11 month contract the equivalent salary would be around GBP 22,000 or USD 40,000* in terms of a standard of living comparison to those countries
* We'll organise EVERYTHING for you starting with a 3-day orientation! And, when you're there you'll have a friendly local contact throughout your contract
* You'll complete 120 hours of TESOL/TEFL certification before you go
* FREE 20% OFF voucher for any i-to-i travel experience valid for 18 months
* FREE Thailand Lonely Planet guide
* All this carries a risk-free guarantee - if you're not happy prior to getting certified, we'll refund you. Plain and simple.

Salary / Pay: Expect to get paid a minimum of 27,500 Thai Baht, that's USD 814 or GBP 5,400 for an 11 month contract.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel to Thailand Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 50,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 400 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.

Year Founded: 1994