Teach in Cambodia

Teaching in Cambodia – Hiring

Hiring for ESL and English teaching jobs in Cambodia takes place year-round for teaching positions in public schools and private international schools. Many schools will conduct in-person interviews with ex-pat teachers looking for English teaching jobs in Cambodia.

Qualifications to teach in Cambodia

A Bachelor’s degree is required to teach abroad in Cambodia, as well, teachers must be fluent English speakers and hold a recognized teaching certificate such as a TEFL certificate. The University of Toronto’s TEFL Online Certification can equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to land a job teaching English in Cambodia. Additional teaching experience may be required depending on the specific school and job requirements.

Visas for teachers in Cambodia

Teachers coming to teach abroad in Cambodia will be able to obtain their working visa upon arrival in Cambodia. Teachers will also be reimbursed for any costs associated with obtaining their visa upon the completion of their job contract.

The majority of teachers in Cambodia will live in the cities of Phnom Penh or Siem Reap. While these larger cities are more expensive than Cambodia’s rural areas, the cost of living is still very low. Though the official Cambodian currency is the Riel, most prices are listed in US dollars.

Teachers who opt for a more relaxed lifestyle will enjoy learning to cook at home, or eating from the many cheap inexpensive options on the street. Those looking for more excitement can find plenty in Cambodia’s larger cities, which offer a variety of options for food and entertainment. Cambodia gives teachers the opportunity to explore its beautiful surroundings and historical sites, the most famous of which is the ancient and beautiful Angkor Wat.

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