Be Like Vic: Make a Difference Teaching in Thailand with New School Transfer Opportunities
Teaching in Thailand offers more than just a job—it opens the door to growth, exploration, and unexpected opportunities. Over the past few years, working with BFITS, the journey has become a series of exciting new chapters, each shaped by school transfers, life shifts, and personal transformation. Rethinking What Flexibility Really Means Have you ever gotten […]
Be like Richard: Manage Expectations and Adjust to Realities When Teaching in Bangkok, Thailand
After arriving in Bangkok for the first time a year ago, I carried a bag of assumptions stemming from travel blogs, YouTube videos, and word of mouth. I knew that there would be an intense adjustment period and possibly some culture shock, but what I experienced during my first week of teaching was quite different […]
Be Like Heather: Fall in Love with Teaching in Thailand and Make It Home—How 6 Months Became 3 Years Already
What was intended to be a brief chapter of adventure has turned into something much more meaningful. Thailand feels like home in a way I never thought possible in those initial weeks and months. There are a million and one reasons to love life here. From the kind-hearted people, to the exciting work culture, the […]
Be Like Vic: Experience Life Beyond Teaching with the Best Things to Do in Pakkret
For many expats, teaching in Thailand opens the door to more than just a career—it’s an invitation to explore life from a fresh perspective. While weekdays may be spent shaping young minds, weekends reveal hidden gems like cozy cafés, jazz-filled nights, and unforgettable dining spots. Living in areas like Pakkret shows that teachers in Thailand […]
Be Like Richard: Teach in Thailand While Exploring Culture and Building Meaningful Connections
At the start of 2024, I was at a point where I knew in my heart that it was time for a significant shift in my life’s journey. With five years of teaching experience, I had a great deal of experience in education, but found myself wanting something new; maybe teach in Thailand, an opportunity to […]
Be Like Vic: From Teaching to Hobbies—Find Joy Everywhere in Thailand
Initially, moving to a new country could be an extremely exciting experience. You are in a completely new environment and there is so much to take in at once: the air is different, the people speak in indistinguishable sounds, the aromas wafting past are foreign, and people are driving on the wrong side of the […]
Be Like Jeff: Don’t Let Doubt Hold You Back—Start Teaching in Thailand and Live the BFITS Dream (Part 2)
If you are reading this, please note that this is Part 2 of my two-part series on ‘Don’t Let Doubt Hold You Back—Start Teaching in Thailand and Live the BFITS Dream.’ Please read Part 1 first for important details and back-story. When I left you last, I had informed you that I was working for […]
Be Like Jeff: Don’t Let Doubt Hold You Back—Start Teaching in Thailand and Live the BFITS Dream (Part 1)
Where do I start? Do you think I am referring to this story, this article? I am actually thinking about all those years ago. When I decided to teach in Thailand. I needed to know how to get started. You might be asking yourself the same question. Of course, it begins with research. You are […]
BFITS | The Future is Yours: Tech and AI with Oranuch (Mimee) Lerdsuwankij
On 19 June 2025 (Wednesday), BFITS Thailand continued its inspiring BrightMinds Webinar Series with its second live session, “The Future is Yours: Tech and Artificial Intelligence (AI).” This powerful session featured Ms. Oranuch “Mimee” Lerdsuwankij, Co-founder and CEO of Techsauce, one of Thailand’s leading tech platforms. With decades of experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and the […]
Be like Anthony: Energize Your Classroom with Engaging Resources for the New Term
Preparation is an essential component of success in any endeavor. Whether you’re an athlete training for a competition, a student preparing for exams, a professional gearing up for a major presentation, or a teacher for an interactive lesson, preparation lays the foundation for achieving your goals. It not only builds confidence, reduces anxiety, enhances performance, […]
