Things to bring when applying as a teacher in Thailand

Anyone who wants to apply for a teaching job in Thailand need to prepare their cover letter and resume.

Those who have no teaching degree can still apply for part time teaching post but would be required to have a TEFL certificate or TOEIC certificate.

TEFL and TOEIC are fairly easy and they can be taken in Thailand for a price range of 1,000 baht or more.

What to prepare:

At least 10 copies of 2x2 I.D, 1x1 I.D and a passport size I.D

( Almost every office here in Thailand including the immigration office would be asking for an I.D picture) Although there are some picture booths here in Thailand they will take some time to find and will usually cost 100 baht or 140 pesos for 4 copies only.

Clear folder to place documents as well as folders

( Everything is sold for wholesale in Thailand, it would be hard to find a store that only sells one or two folders, you would have to buy the entire set of clear folders that contains 10 or more and this could be costly. 

In order to avoid this bring your own folders, make sure that they are strong enough and waterproof to protect your files.

 At least 10 photocopies of your diploma certificate

There are photo copy centers here in Thailand but most of them are located near schools.

The cost is from 50 cents to 1 baht, they are usually very hard to find.

It would be better to arrive in Thailand with all of yoour documents photocopied already.

Photocopy:
Resume

Diploma

Any certificate you have including that of any paper that would attest your clearance from any office from your country of origin.

Photocopy of your passport ( Prepare at least as well for various purposes)

10 copies of your Transcript of record

Teacher's licence photocopy if there are any.

Cover letter sample:

July 18, 2013

Dear Mr. /Ms.

I am interested in the part time teaching position being offered.

I believe I am qualified for the English teaching position.

I am a graduate of Philosophy and Social studies teaching in the Philippines.

 I have also passed my licensure exam for teachers.

Apart from that I have also tried tutoring Korean students in English grammar usage and discussions.

I also have extensive knowledge with regards to creative writing; business writing and can also adjust my abilities to suit the needs of students from different ages and backgrounds.

I can adjust my teaching skills for younger students if needed but I can also handle older students.

I love the Thai culture and have patience when it comes to understanding the needs of students.

 I am well equipped with creation of lesson plans and would also be able to teach students in conversations and improving their confidence in speaking the English language.

I am currently doing some part time work for Kindergarten students in Phaya Thai School but I have free time during Wednesday to Friday.

To further acquaint you with the specifics of my background I am enclosing my resume.

I hope you will consider me for this position. I look forward to meeting with you and discussing my qualifications in more detail.

Sincerely,

Christel Pay Seng

Contact no. 66867591121

CHRISTEL GESELL PAY SENG

Christel_montes@yahoo.com

Contact #66867591121

Objective: Professional Educator (English, Philosophy, Business and Creative writing, Child Psychology and Social Studies)

Personal Statement: A teacher's purpose is not to create students in his own image, but to develop students who can create their own image.

It is leaving a remnant   of oneself in the development of another. 

Teaching is an art and I want to create a masterpiece together with my students.

 I want to be given a chance to share what I have learned; to be as creative as possible, to continue reinventing the education process by using philosophy, psychology and creative writing.

Education:

2009, Bachelor of Philosophy

2010, Bachelor of Secondary Education (Social Studies)

Licensure Exam for Teachers Board Passer (September 2010)

Positions Held:

2004, Literary Contributor, Lorma Insights

(Official Publication of the Lorma Colleges Special Science High School)

2007, Editor-in-Chief, Hotspring

(Official Student Council Publication of Saint Louis University, Baguio City)

2009, Associate Editor, Gasera

(Official Publication of the College of Human Sciences, Saint Louis University, Baguio City)

2009, Neolophis Member

(New Louisian Philosophical Society)

Korean Private Tutor (home based tutorial) 2010

Call Center Agent (Aegis People Support) 2010

Animal Kingdom Foundation (Local affiliate of the International Wildlife Coalition Trust in the United Kingdom), (Public Lecturer) 2012

Web content writer (www.iwriter.com) 2010- June 2013

Published Works:

“Kung Paano Naging Dinosaur ang Isang Louisian, Kwaderno, 2008

( White & Blue, Official Publication of Saint Louis University, Baguio City)

“ Papel sa Hangin”, Kwaderno 6, 2007

Theodore Adorno: Culture Industry Research: Effects of Mass Media to the Philippine Culture Revolution

Commentary Regarding Tuition Fee Hike, 2007

(Midland Courier, Baguio City)

A Journey to see Dancing men (Baguio Chronicle, 2012)

Baguio Artist Forest Park ( Baguio Chronicle- Weekly Newspaper- May 2013)

Conference Representations

 August 2009, Poetry Reading (Sponsored by the College of Human Sciences: English Department)

 July 2006, Luzonwide Journalism and Arts Workshop 14^th CEGP-NCR

(Student Leadership Conference)

March 2009, 3^rd Lambakan Press Conference- A Cultural and Journalism Gathering, Baguio City

August 23, 2009 1^st Baguio wide Internet Writer’s Training, University of the Philippines, Baguio City

February 2009 Fund Raising Masquerade Theme Concert (Organizer) Teachers Camp, Baguio City

 April 9, 2010 Lecture Forum on Teaching Creative Nonfiction and the Novel

(College of Arts Communication TV Lab, University of the Philippines, Baguio City)

GreenPeace Philippines (Seminar-Workshop Training 2012)

July 2013 Substitute teacher Phya Thai School ( Central Bangkok)

Additional Courses taken:

     Women Studies

Oriental and Eastern Philosophy

Philosophy of Religion

Philosophies of Ancient Times

     Social and Political Philosophy (Philippines and Asia)

Philosophy of Language

Child and Adolescent Development

Educational Technology

Developmental Reading

Principles of Teaching

Modern World History

Ancient History

Scientific Reasoning and Critical Thinking

Hobbies and Interests:

     When I am not working in education I am an active blogger regarding creative writing, sustainable development, arts and crafts as well as travel blogging.

 I frequent art museums and have travelled extensively in the Philippines.

I am also very fond of tree planting projects and have participated with several of them in the Philippines together with Non-profit Organizations.

I also love organizing parties (fund raising) encouraging my friends to join competitions that would showcase their talents

The energy of the people around me motivates me to do more.

"The basic idea behind teaching is to teach people what they need to know." - Carl Rogers

Additional Skills:

Evaluation and Editing of Lesson Plans

Well versed in English discussions and conversation

Patient and willing to learn more about Thai culture and Thai Educational system

Recommended by:

George Salvador Laguing

English Teacher (Ramkhamhaeng-Nonthaburi English Teachers' Project)

Contact no. 

Resumes and cover letters can be passed online, Go to www. ajarn.com, 

http://th.jobrapido.com, http://www.teachingthailand.com/jobs-in/bangkok/

There is a higher chance of getting hired if you are already in Thailand, you have to state that you are currently living in here.

There are very few chances for those who are still applying while they are outside Thailand.