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A TEFL certificate can help you apply for English teaching jobs in language schools, public school programmes, private academies, summer camps, international schools, and online teaching platforms. Requirements vary by country and employer, so always check visa rules, degree requirements, contract terms, salary details, and working conditions before accepting a role.
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China TEFL jobs and recruiters
English 1
Large training centre network across China offering structured curriculum, onboarding assistance, and teacher training.
Visit siteChina By Teaching
Recruitment platform connecting teachers with kindergartens, public schools, international schools, and training centres across China.
Browse jobsGold Star TEFL Recruitment
Long-running China recruiter placing teachers in public schools, kindergartens, and language centres.
View jobsDave's ESL Cafe China
Established ESL job board with regularly updated China listings from schools and recruiters.
Visit siteTeast China jobs
Modern ESL job board featuring China teaching positions including public schools, kindergartens, and training centres.
Visit siteChina Teach Jobs
Specialised China job board listing English teaching positions across school types and provinces.
Visit siteThailand TEFL jobs and recruiters
Ajarn.com
Thailand-focused ESL job board with listings from government schools, international schools, and language centres.
View jobsTeast Thailand
Thailand job board featuring roles in government schools, international schools, and language centres.
Browse jobsBFITS Thailand
Recruitment agency placing teachers in Thai government schools and bilingual programmes.
Visit siteKru Teacher
Thailand-specific job board listing English teaching positions across school types and regions.
Visit siteMediaKids Academy
Government school placement agency placing teachers across Thailand.
Visit siteJapan English teaching jobs
AEON
Large English conversation school chain offering structured training, benefits, and recruitment for Japan placements.
Visit siteInterac
ALT provider placing teachers in Japanese public schools with training and in-country support.
Apply nowJET Programme
Japanese government programme placing teachers in public schools nationwide.
Visit siteSouth Korea TEFL jobs and recruiters
Korvia Consulting
Korea-focused recruiter placing teachers in public and private schools with placement and visa support.
Visit siteDave's ESL Cafe Korea
Active Korea job board listing private academy and public school positions.
Visit siteTeast South Korea
Modern job board with Korean teaching positions and detailed job descriptions.
View jobsVietnam TEFL jobs and recruiters
Vietnam Teaching Jobs
Dedicated Vietnam job board with positions in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and more.
Search jobsTeast Vietnam
Job board listing Vietnam teaching positions with employer contact and job details.
Visit siteILA Vietnam
Major English centre chain hiring ESL teachers across Vietnam.
Visit siteTaiwan TEFL jobs and recruiters
Taiwan FETP
Official government programme recruiting foreign English teachers for public schools nationwide.
Visit siteTeast Taiwan
Job board listing Taiwan teaching roles including bilingual schools, language centres, and public school programmes.
Visit siteHess Educational Organization
Large private school network across Taiwan hiring foreign English teachers year-round.
Visit siteHong Kong English teaching jobs
Hong Kong NET Scheme
Official Education Bureau recruitment programme placing Native English Teachers in Hong Kong public schools.
Visit siteJobsDB Hong Kong
Major Hong Kong job platform with English teaching positions across schools, language centres, and tutoring companies.
Visit siteIndonesia English teaching jobs
English 1 Indonesia
Training centre network across Indonesian cities offering structured curriculum and onboarding.
Visit siteEF Indonesia
Franchise network hiring teachers in Jakarta, Bali, and major cities.
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Spain TEFL jobs and programmes
Spainwise
Spain-focused recruiter offering job fairs, school connections, and teacher support.
Visit siteConversaSpain
Language assistant programme placing teachers in Spanish public schools.
Visit siteMeddeas
Spanish education recruitment agency placing language assistants in private and charter schools.
Visit siteMulti-country Europe recruiters
English Recruitment Solutions
European-focused recruiter placing teachers in Spain, Italy, Germany, and wider Europe.
Visit siteInternational House World
Global network of language schools hiring teachers across Europe and worldwide.
BrowseBritish Council Teaching Jobs
British Council teaching vacancies across Europe and worldwide.
View jobsMiddle East teaching job boards and recruiters
Bayt.com
Major Middle East job platform operating across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the wider MENA region.
Visit siteSA-Recruitment
Recruitment agency placing teachers in Gulf states and international schools.
Visit siteFlyTeachers
International recruiter placing teachers in leadership and ESL roles across Middle East international schools.
Visit siteLatin America teaching recruiters
AMISA Recruitment
Recruitment service connecting teachers to American international schools across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Visit siteMiss Berni Recruitment
Recruitment agency connecting teachers with schools and international opportunities.
Visit siteAfrica teaching recruiters and school groups
Afriteach
Recruitment platform connecting vetted African educators with schools locally and internationally.
Visit siteBraeburn Schools Group
British-curriculum international school network operating across Kenya and Tanzania.
View vacanciesGlobal TEFL job boards
TeachAway
International recruitment platform connecting teachers with ESL, public school, and international school jobs worldwide.
Visit siteTeaching Nomad
Recruitment agency placing teachers in Asia, the Middle East, the US, and online roles.
View jobsTeacher Horizons
International school recruitment agency connecting qualified teachers to schools globally.
Visit siteTES International Jobs
Large education job board with international school listings worldwide.
Search jobsOnline English teaching platforms
Cambly
Flexible online English tutoring platform focused on conversational English.
Visit sitePreply
Global tutoring marketplace where teachers set their own rates and build a student base.
Visit siteiTalki
Language-learning platform offering tutor opportunities when applications are open.
Visit siteEngoo
Online ESL company offering structured conversational lessons.
Visit siteIntrepidTEFL provides these links as a starting point for research. Job availability, salaries, visas, and requirements can change. Always verify details directly with the employer, recruiter, school, platform, embassy, or immigration authority before making travel or employment decisions.
Helpful questions
TEFL job search FAQs
Do I need a TEFL certificate to apply for TEFL jobs?
Many schools and online platforms prefer or require a TEFL certificate, especially for entry-level English teaching roles. A 120-hour TEFL certificate is commonly requested, although requirements vary by country, school, and visa category.
Can I teach English abroad without a degree?
Some countries and employers require a degree for visa or school approval, while others may accept applicants without one. Cambodia, Vietnam, parts of Latin America, and some online platforms may offer more flexible routes, but requirements can change.
Where are the most popular TEFL jobs?
Popular TEFL destinations include South Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Spain, Italy, the UAE, Turkey, and parts of Latin America. Online teaching is also popular for teachers who want location flexibility.
How should I choose a TEFL recruiter?
Look for clear contract details, transparent salary information, realistic benefits, visa guidance, teacher reviews, and responsive communication. Avoid recruiters who pressure you, request suspicious fees, or refuse to answer practical questions.
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