TEACH ABROAD PROGRAM IN VIETNAM 
with Guaranteed Job Placement ✅

Job Security & Peace of Mind

• Our Guarantee to You:  You will receive a placement in a teaching position at a school in Vietnam that has been carefully vetted and is guided by your individual preferences. (Note that preferences cannot be guaranteed.)
• Removing the Stress of Searching for a Job in a Foreign Country: You can have peace of mind knowing that we'll handle the job search process for you, from prepping your resume to reviewing contract offers, to ensure you receive a fair contract with the best possible salary and benefits.
• The Best Working Conditions: We vet our schools carefully and ensure they are accountable for providing the best working conditions for our teachers. Otherwise, we won't work for them.
• Cultural immersion: Through our culture and language training and excursions, you'll be able to fast-track and more effectively assimilate to the cultural nuances of life in Vietnam - both at work and in your day-to-day personal life and travels.
  
  
• Simplified Pre-arrival logistics: Preparing to move to Vietnam to teach English can be lengthy and complex when it comes to the visa process, collecting and legalizing documents, and so on. We're here to guide and support you through this.
  
  
• We Work for You! Unlike many recruiters and agencies, we don't receive a commission from schools we work with, so we're 100% accountable to you and will stand up for you accordingly.
• Post Placement Support:  Our team of experienced experts is on-hand 24/7, even after you begin your teaching job. You can count on our support to resolve any issues that arise after your placement, including any issues with your employer, visa matters, or if you have personal issues with culture shock or homesickness.

Pre-departure Support

• Hands-on guidance in collecting all the documents you will need for your visa and work permit, including:

- Bachelor’s degree
- Academic transcripts
- Criminal background check

• Packing and budget guide
• A dedicated staff member will provide one-on-one support and answer all of your questions as you prepare to move to Thailand.

In-country Support & Features

• Airport pickup
• Accommodation assistance
• Welcome dinner
• Cultural orientation, excursions, and language lessons
• 24-hour emergency in-country support team and hotline
• In-country team on call to assist with managing issues like culture shock & homesickness, 
• Regular social meetup events with fellow teachers in your town and surrounding areas.

Job Placement Process & Timeline

Online & In-Country TEFL Certification

An accredited TEFL certification is required to participate in this placement program. 

If you still need to be TEFL certified, ITA offers award-winning TEFL classes that will best prepare you for success teaching English in Vietnam. We strongly recommend these options for participating in this Teach English in Vietnam Program.

Hot Tip! Save up to $400 when you bundle and sign up for your TEFL class and Teach English in Vietnam Program!

ITA Online TEFL Course Options

• 4-Week Full-Time & 11-Week Part-Time options
• Study From Home or From Anywhere
• OFQUAL Level 5 Accreditation From TQUK
• University-Level Instructors
• 10 to 20 Hours of Live Practice Teaching
• Most cost-effective option - Payment Plan Options Available
• Hot tip! If you're looking to get certified while working or going to school, the 11-week part-time choice is ideal!

Check out Your Online Course Options here!

In-person TEFL Course in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

• 4-Week intensive course in Vietnam
• Location in the heart of Vietnam's largest and most vibrant city
• Internationally accredited & taught by highly experienced instructors
• Get acclimated to Vietnam, see the country, and make some friends before your teaching placement.

Learn more about the Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam TEFL Course here!

Are you already TEFL certified?

If you hold an internationally accredited TEFL certification which is at least 120 hours through one of our approved TEFL providers, you will qualify for our TEFL Jobs Programs in Vietnam. Please note that ITA’s alumni network and lifetime job search guidance are only available to graduates of our standard online and in-person TEFL courses. Please call International TEFL Academy at 773-634-9900 to talk to an experienced advisor about your options. 

Cultural Orientation

To help you get the most out of your experience in Vietnam, both in and out of the classroom, we provide 40 hours of online learning on Vietnamese culture, society, history, politics, and language. In addition, your orientation in Vietnam includes a variety of cultural activities & excursions. This is completed over 5 days in Ho Chi Minh City after which you will start your job placement!

Cultural Excursions & Activities Include:

• Cultural Workshops: Engage in workshops that introduce you to Vietnam's history, customs, traditions, and etiquette. Learn about local festivals, practices, and social norms to better understand and respect the local culture.
• Language Training: Acquire basic language skills to help you communicate with locals and enhance your classroom experience. Learning some local phrases can create rapport and ease interactions.
• Classroom Techniques: Receive training on effective teaching methods tailored to the Vietnam context. Learn strategies for engaging students, managing diverse classrooms, and adapting to different learning styles.
• Teaching Practicum: Gain preparation and confidence through practice teaching Vietnam students in a controlled setting with support and feedback from experienced English teachers.
• Cultural Excursions: Participate in guided visits to historical sites, markets, and local communities to immerse yourself in the daily life and traditions of Vietnam.
• Safety and Logistics: Receive information on safety protocols, transportation, and emergency contacts to ensure you're well-prepared for any situation.
• Support Network: Meet fellow program participants, mentors, and coordinators who will be your support network throughout your teaching journey.
• Q&A Sessions: Engage in open discussions and Q&A sessions to address any concerns, clarify expectations, and share experiences with program staff and fellow participants.

Extended Social Network & Alumni Community

Even for experienced travelers, moving abroad can be challenging and even lonely. As an English teacher in Vietnam, you will have plenty of opportunities to make relationships and friends to last a lifetime.

Still, we do everything we can to ensure you have access to the support you need and opportunities to meet others like yourself who are going through the adventure of living and teaching English in Vietnam.

• Full-time access to our support team who can assist in managing issues like homesickness & culture shock,
• Regular social events & meet-ups for English teachers in your area of Thailand,
• Group excursions and meals during your orientation,
• Remember! Your placement will be based on your preferences, so if you feel more comfortable teaching in a school or a location where there are more other English teachers, we will accommodate you!

ITA Alumni Community

Note: This feature is only available to those who enroll in one of ITA’s online or in-person courses.

Those who take their TEFL certification course through International TEFL Academy can take advantage of ITA's worldwide alumni network of 40,000+ graduates teaching English in 80 countries.

• Join up to 100 exclusive Facebook groups - including one just for Vietnam! - where you can network, meet folks, share job tips, and more.
• Virtual and in-person meet-ups are arranged in select locations worldwide.
• Expand your knowledge by tuning into exclusive webinars, panel discussions and podcasts.
• Make extra $$$ participating in ITA's alumni referral program.
• Tell your story - we publish hundreds of alumni videos, articles, and Q&As on our website.

Lifetime Job Search Guidance

Whether you take your TEFL course through ITA or another organization,  you can join Job Placement Programs for South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Myanmar, and Cambodia free of further charges or payments once you've successfully completed your first school contract. NOTE:  You will also need to meet the eligibility requirements for the desired country/program. Costa Rica is not included in this extension option.

International TEFL Academy Lifetime Job Search Guidance

Note: This feature is only available to those who enroll in one of ITA’s online or in-person courses.

Not only will we guarantee you a job in Vietnam, but you will also receive access to ITA’s exclusive Job Search Guidance Manual and Student Affairs team to help you find teaching jobs in over 80+ countries at any point in the future.

• Personal guidance from an experienced Job Search Advisor
• Detailed video webinars on the job process
• 450-page ESL job search manual
• ESL worldwide school directory listing more than 20,000 schools
• Referrals to preferred recruiters, placement agencies, online teaching companies, and language schools