Tag: teaching in Asia

Be Like Greg: Exploring Opportunities and Embracing My New Teaching Role in Thailand

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

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 Vic: Stay Ahead of School Deadlines in Thailand with a Homemade Gnocchi Break

It’s January 22nd and you have to get all of your collective scores in by January 24th. Half of your students will not submit 60% of the work they were assigned until January 23rd. If you teach in Thailand long enough, you know this season. The late submissions. The grading marathons. The digital zombie feeling […]

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 […]

BFITS | The Future is Yours: Expert Insights on Your Career with Suthichai Yoon

On 15 January 2025 (Wednesday), BFITS Thailand officially kicked off the highly anticipated BrightMinds featuring The Future is Yours Webinar Series of 2025. This initiative has been designed to guide students, parents, and educators through the shifting world of career development and help create a vision for future skills. The series aims to lead and […]

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 […]