What are the requirements for teaching English in Vietnam?
daniel10492003 asked:
I might be able to move to Vietnam. I am getting a degree in computer information systems with an emphasis in security, but I believe I can teach English also. What are the requirements for teaching English in Vietnam?
I am a native speaker in English and lived in the USA all my life.
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I might be able to move to Vietnam. I am getting a degree in computer information systems with an emphasis in security, but I believe I can teach English also. What are the requirements for teaching English in Vietnam?
I am a native speaker in English and lived in the USA all my life.
August 2nd, 2009 at 1:20 am
Native speaker?!
and a knowledge of the Vietnamese language!
August 2nd, 2009 at 9:18 am
Job requirements in well established English language schools in Ho Chi Minh usually are:
- Native English speaker
- BA or MA (a degree essential for Work Permit requirements, but not always required by employers)
- TESL/TEFL Certificate
With this requirements you are looking at a potential salary of 1160 USD - 1500 USD per month for 21-23 hours per week + medical insurance allowance, flight allowance, end of year bonus + 20 working days paid annual leave and an additional 8 paid days off for national holidays.
In order to work legally in Vietnam you will need a visa + a work permit. Schools will often help their teachers with their visas application process and might even cover costs for both visa and work permit.
Although a degree is listed amongst the basic requirements for entry level teaching positions, Vietnam is reported to be one of those few countries where you can still be employed without a degree. However this will largely depend on the employer and their specific job requirements.