Key Facts
Capital: Hanoi
Population: 88.1 million
Government: Republic
Religions: Buddhism
Language: Vietnamese
Currency: Dong
Teaching English in Vietnam
Teaching in Vietnam can be a very rewarding experience as the students are committed and recognize the importance of English as a second language. Dedication, hard work and patience pay tremendous dividends.
Shane English Centre is a great place to work. The atmosphere is warm, friendly and welcoming. The school is well equipped with 6 classrooms and teachers can expect a wide variety of classes and age groups from kindergarten to adult as well as specialized courses such as exam classes and business and hospitality English. 90% of the student-body is young learners, so a love of children is essential.
Teachers typically teach between 20 to 25 hours over a five day week. Everyone works at the weekend as Saturday and Sunday are our busiest days. Teachers usually work between 2 and 9pm on weekdays though there are the occasional morning classes particularly in the summer.
All classes use textbooks and follow course guides. Initial training as well as workshops and regular support for teachers are provided to assist teachers in their development.
As well as being a native English speaker, teachers will need the following authenticated documents:
- A university degree
- A CELTA or Trinity TESOL certificate. (or close equivalent)
- A Police Background Check
Jobs in Vietnam
Vietnam
Salary: $15-$17 per hour
Vietnam is a country filled with captivating natural beauty. With such a rich history and a vibrant lifestyle Vietnam will certainly leave you with lasting memories, from cruising in a junk boat in Ha long bay to break dancing in front of statues in Ho Chi Minh City. There really is something here for everyone.
Our school in the centre of bustling Ho Chi Minh has opportunities for enthusiastic, adventurous teachers who love working with kids and are looking for a new challenge abroad. Positions to start in the latter half of 2012.
Teachers work in kindergartens across the city (30 students to a class) in the earlier part of the day before making their way to the main school to teach smaller groups of all ages. Training is provided on arrival.
Applicants should have a CELTA (or equivalent), university degree and a native level of English. Experience with children is preferred.
The Main School
Located on a busy intersection in District 10, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
6 classrooms, one office, reception area, student waiting area with large TV Vietnamese and English-language channels, two teachers’ preparation rooms, a kitchen
All classrooms have fans and air-conditioning.
The Students
Reflect Vietnam’s relatively young population
80-90% of the students are young learners, most of whom are primary school age
Youngest students are two years old.
Young learners are generally very motivated and respectful of teachers
Young learners tend to continue studying for a long time
Adult learners tend to be university students, older high school students and young professionals
The Staff
Native English teachers from UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa
Managing director (Vietnamese)
Director of Studies (Native English speaker)
School Manager
Vietnamese teaching assistants – tend to be university students who work for the school part-time