Types of teaching jobs in Vietnam
If you wonder where to work and how much money you may make there, there are the most popular available positions for ESL teachers in Vietnam. They are different in terms of conditions, workload, and requirements. Inspite of existence of the Internet, most employers in Vietnam prefer to interview candidates in person rather than online. And thanks to tourist visa, you have a chance to find a job on the spot as soon as you have arrived in Vietnam. Almost all institutions hire staff all year-round, it is a good news, because you don't have to wait for appropriate time to apply for. Educators' duties differ depending on a workplace. If a school provides lesson materials, check them twice whether they really satisfy your students' level and lesson topic. Some teachers, who work in Vietnam for long time, claim that course books and teaching materials aren't suitable. Don't hesitate to adapt activities and content to a class's preferences and level.
Public Schools
Having international certification, enough experience, and education, you may consider work at a public school. You will work from August till June, five days a week from 9 to 5. Fortunately, there are some benefits, which may attract thoughtful people, such as paid sick leave, retirement, paid hoildays, satisfying amount of working hours. The salary is quite high about $1,600-1,900 a month. Taking into account all requirements, only qualified ESL teachers can make such dough. Before saying yes, take into account an average size of a class, usually it has 40-60 students. It is unlikely to set bonds with most of the students at a high school. In other words, there are about 1,000 students you will teach for a week.
Language Schools
They are always in need of native English speakers to teach adolescents and adults. As Vietnam is a sough-after destination to learn English, you may find many appropriate work places around every corner. Such a job provides so many benefits such as convenient schedule, lesson resources and materials, trainings. When it comes to money, language schools offer $1,200-1,600 a month with opportunities to get paid overtime. There is no need to spend much time on lesson preparation as all neccessary things are provided. Most grown-ups prefer to study in the evenings, so you have free time in the afternoon to discover new places in Vietnam.
International Schools
Affluent outskirts and wealthy neighbourhoods always look for high-qualified professionals. Parents are paying well to make their children educated in such schools, so expectations for tutors are very high. Sometimes, even TEFL/TESOL certification isn't enough to prove your competence, it is better, if you also have a degree in linguistics or education. Busy schedule allows you to earn more money having some perks as tuition at a discount for your kids, paid holidays, overtime payment. However, it is likely you will be in charge of making lesson plans, searching materials, and creating curriculum. Fortunately, average salary is about $2,000-2,400 a month.
Universities
Usually, it requires master's degree to teach at university. Needless to say that you must be qualified and experienced enough. So, TEFL/TESOL certification is a minimum to impress a potential employer. Here you can realize your professional potential and develop teaching skills. There are quite decent stipulations in terms of salary $1,700-2,000 a month, paid hoildays, prepared materials, and curriculum. However, be ready to work overtime. There is fat chance to handle all work on time.
Living in Vietnam and Teaching Online
If you are used to working remotely, it's not necessary to apply for a job on the spot. There are many online schools around the world where you can get international experience having private lessons. Setting your own price and schedule you may travel around and discover Vietnam as a real tourist. Unfortunately, it is unlikely to get benefits from online employer, so be ready to pay for your flight tickets, housing, and essensial expenses till you get the first payment. The good news is such online schools and platforms offer pretty flexible conditions not only to experienced professionals, but also to new brand teachers. That's a chance to realize your professional potential having a classroom with a certain type of students you want.