Be Like Chris: Maximize Your BFITS Experience Beyond Teaching in Thailand
“The worst of all deception is self-deception.” – Plato I have been teaching in Thailand and with BFITS for over 3 years now. I started teaching at Buriram Pitthayakhom (BP) School as a Math teacher in the English Program on August 9th, 2021, and, except for a brief and disastrous sojourn in Vietnam, I have been in […]
Be Like Greg: Exploring Opportunities and Embracing My New Teaching Role in Thailand
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At 28, as I sat in the dreary office in Manchester, the city that had been my home for the previous four years, I felt my twenties slowly but surely slipping away from me. Having had friends travel around Southeast Asia before, and as many deadlines for work I no longer enjoyed loomed, I found […]
Be Like Millie: Sharing My Essential Tips as an English Teacher Expat in Thailand
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I’ve been living in Bangkok, Thailand, for over two and a half years as of writing this. While I’m not an expert on every aspect of expat life, I’d like to share some essential tips. As an English teacher in Thailand, my main advice is to embrace the go-with-the-flow mindset, both at work and in […]
Be Like Chris: Embrace the Adventure of Teaching in Thailand as an Irishman
“There’s nothing worse in life than getting up in the morning and hating what you do.” I can attribute that quote to Mr. Moran, my 3rd-year secondary school (high school) metalwork teacher from almost 25 years ago now. I wasn’t a particularly studious or even interested student in his class, but that message from him […]
Be like Salia: Break Barriers, Unlock Your Potential, and Teach in Thailand
One of my favorite quotes that has inspired me throughout my journey of life is: “Do not allow those with limits to limit you.” I found this quote to be a necessary part of my everyday strength when I decided to leave the U.S. and begin a teaching career in Thailand. Most people encouraged me […]
Be like Millie: Coping with Homesickness and Finding Comfort in Thailand’s Warmth
Moving to a new country like Thailand can be exciting but also challenging, especially when homesickness kicks in. For those of us teaching in Thailand, finding small comforts and building connections can help make the transition smoother. Let me share with you how I found my sense of home in Thailand. Turning Strangers into Lifelong […]
Be Like Chris: Forging Positive Relationships With Fellow Teachers and Students in Thailand
Forging meaningful connections with both students and colleagues plays a huge role in making teaching in Thailand an enriching experience. Building these relationships not only creates a more engaging learning environment but also enhances our personal growth as educators. Today, let me share how I’ve cultivated positive connections in and out of the classroom. Inspiration […]
Be Like Vic: Sharing Essential Tips for Newcomers to Bangkok and Teaching in Thailand
Brosé here with some info, opinions, and suggestions! Sorry, it’s Teacher Vic while I’m at school. Yeah, I’m writing this on my break, on a Friday (TGIF!), ready for the weekend! 😎 Welcome to teaching in Thailand, and welcome to Bangkok, the city with everything you can imagine and don’t wanna imagine (take my word […]
Be like Jaime: Becoming a BFITS Teacher in Thailand is Simply the Best!
The path to teaching in Thailand is one filled with excitement, discovery, and moments of profound impact. It’s a journey where educators shape futures and grow alongside their students. The Journey to Becoming a Teacher in Thailand Becoming a teacher in Thailand is an experience in itself. It’s rewarding and unique, and it’s more than […]
Be like Chris: Shape a Brighter 2025 as a BFITS Teacher in Buriram, Thailand
“The beginning is the most important part of the work.” And so here we are. 2025 kind of crept up on me there a little bit. I started back for the new school year at Buriram Pitthayakhom (BP) School in April; I was diligently doing my duty as always in July, attending Loy Krathong festivities in November, celebrating […]
