Teach Cambodia

Position

Teach Cambodia

Description

Status : Program Open
Embassy : Open
Vaccination Required : Yes
PCR Required to Enter : No

Cambodia has one of the richest cultures in Asia. Once the seat to Asia’s largest empire Angkor Wat, Cambodia is an upcoming country in the region with a rich history and cultural traditions. The population is known to be kind and friendly.

Over the past two decades, Cambodia has grown fast, with an increasing demand for English language education. This has lead to an influx of English teachers, good teaching salaries, and high quality of life. It is also a very safe environment for foreigners and there is a large expat population.

For these reasons, Cambodia is a great country in which to teach English.

Teaching English abroad is an excellent alternative to the traditional post-graduate employment path. It also serves as a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while experiencing the rich culture of the East.

Teaching in Cambodia can be the beginning of a rewarding career path, not to mention a chance to gain a one-of-a-kind international experience. You  will be provided with an excellent orientation, placement, and teacher assistance and support to help you make a smooth transition.

Highlights:
- Airport Pick up / Arrival assistance
- Shared accommodation for orientation - $8 per night, private $25 private room
- Comprehensive job placement
- Full background checks on employing schools
- Extensive post-placement support
- Documentation guidance
- Visa support
- Lifetime placement guarantee for degree holders

Benefits:
- Salaries from USD$700 (non-degree) - USD$1000 (degree)
- Degree holders can make up to $1800 per month
- Contracts from 6 months to 1 year - extendable

Top Placement Areas and Types:
1. Phnom Penh
2. Siem Reap
3. Krong Poi Pet
4. Battambang
5. Serei Saophoan

Cultural immersion
Many of the issues and challenges that one faces when teaching in a foreign country are rooted in cultural differences and language barriers. Gaining a thorough understanding of language, history and culture is imperative to making a success of teaching in Cambodia. Preparing to teach abroad with this mindset results in a smoother cultural integration, making the experience more enjoyable and enlightening.

Our cultural immersion course delves into the heart of Cambodian culture and values through in-class instruction. It also includes active-learning cultural excursions to various sites of cultural and historical significance. The in-country orientation is punctuated by in-class language lessons to build a strong foundation in Khmer language as you look ahead to settling in at placement.

Examples of Excursions:
- Cambodian cooking class
- Visit to the Killing Fields and Museum to learn about Cambodia’s past
- Market trip
- Visit to Buddhist Temple to learn about religion in Cambodia
- Cambodian language
- Cambodian history, culture, geography and society
- Working with schools and agents
- Adjusting to working in a local school workshop
- Visa and work permit presentation
- Overcoming culture shock

Eligibility

- Any Bachelor’s degree from a South African institution or non-degree holders
- 120 Hour TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate
- Age 21 - 40. Applicants younger and older will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
- Minimum of 12-month commitment
- Native English speakers
- Good mental and physical health
- No criminal history
- South African passport only - other African passport holders on a case-by-case basis (US, Canada, NZ, Australian, Irish or British passports accepted too)

Application

Application Time:
Average of 4 - 6 months from the initial application until arrival in Cambodia

Application Process:
Contact OVC today to begin the process. You will need to meet the requirements listed in the eligibility section. OVC will give a full checklist of documents to obtain to begin the placement process.

Working hand-in-hand with our partners you will be placed, attend an online and in-country arrival orientation and move smoothly on to your placement to begin your Cambodian adventure!

More Info

Additional costs for Documentation Budget:
- Visa - USD$450 - for full 1-year work permit - extension in country
- SAPS Clearance - R160
- Bank Account Setup - USD$15
- Medication Shots/Vaccination - COVID Vaccine required
- Refundable house deposit - USD$150-USD$300