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How to Begin Teaching in Cambodia

The kingdom of wonder

Sandwiched between Laos, Thailand and Vietnam, Cambodia is a place to visit for those who want to experience a slower pace of life. Home to the centre of the ancient Khmer empire, which ruled these four neighbours, the ancient city Angkor Wat is a reminder of Cambodia’s former importance in the region. Phnom Penh is the capital city, and indigenous and French architectural influences can still be seen throughout the city. Over two million people live here. The country’s recent economic boom is largely responsible for this. Emerging from great hardship, the people of Cambodia will amaze you with their determination, optimism and friendliness, as well as their work ethic.

 

Teaching Opportunities

This new emerging economy means that there is a demand and need for English. Cambodia in the last couple of years has also attracted attention from some of the larger EFL publishers, who are now sponsoring conferences in the country and investing in the EFL market.

In the past, TEFL was a volunteer industry. However, the current investment climate highlights a more commercial turn in EFL provision. This means that while volunteer positions still exist, it is also possible to find paid work.

In Cambodia, having a degree is not a requirement to secure employment, but a Level 5 TEFL certificate is becoming more of a necessity for the good jobs both in state and private institutions. Teaching hours, generally, range from approximately 25 to 35 hours per week depending on the institution. You are usually only paid for teaching hours and not for preparation time. The majority of TEFL jobs are still in Phnom Penh, where a large expat community resides. It is also possible to find work in the surrounding areas.

Teaching Requirements

  • Degree Requirement
    BA/BS required
  • Typical Contract Length
    6 - 12 months
  • Peak Hiring Seasons
    All year round
  • Visa Info
    Tourist visa converted to work visa
  • Typical Students
    Business professionals, children
  • Average Monthly Cost of Living in Local Currency
    1,836,854 - 3,673,709 KHR
  • Average Monthly Salary in Local Currency
    1,572,431 - 5,253,642 KHR

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