Open Book Teachers

Traveling 6,000km and getting dropped in a different part of the world is always risky and scary. But Openbook made efforts to create a safe environment for me, from start till today.

I especially want to say my words of appreciation for the Visa team. They were extremely professional, and despite different hurdles with the documents, they managed to do everything on time, stayed in touch with me, explained things to me, guided me.

I'm loving the experience! And from what I've heard about other agencies, Openbook may probably be the most drama-free, scam-free and fair agency here in Thailand.

There are some things to work on, however. Communication and transparency with employees is one of them. Otherwise, everything is good.

Landed in Thailand (Phuket) on 25th february 2020, my initial plan was to visit the south for a few weeks then fly to Vietnam before heading back to Ireland around april. Then covid hit and despite anyone advice I decided to stay, I just though it would be over within 2-3 months...but.. A few weeks later every country had shut down, I was voluntarily stranded but was not really worry as I had enough funds to live in Thailand . Eventually in june I had to find a job as my funds were gone so ended up teaching english as many other travelers had recommended me, it was basically my only option anyway. I found a great school in a town 2 hours from Bangkok with Openbook where I taugh english until april 2021. It has been a rewarding experience, allowing me to discover a new career in the teaching world which I plan to continue at the end of the year in Vietnam this time.Openbook team organised my placement, my visa, accommodation, my moped and even took the time to cheer me up (especially Jonathon) when I needed a boost at the very beginning while my confidence was near null. I never taugh before so was quite nervous at first but I love teaching now and during these few months I actually learned more than I taught.

I really enjoyed my time in Thailand, thanks to Open Book Teachers team and their support!!! Thailand is such a nice place... People are easy going and very friendly, the cheap food is delicious and landscapes are stunning from North to South.
I recommend to anyone thinking of teaching abroad after the whole covid situation to try Thailand and moreover to teach with Open Book Teachers, I started with a 5-month contract and extended it till March this year, I went back home just in time before the lockdown. They assisted me with everything from day 1: housing, transportation, visa etc.. . and it definitely made my year a lot easier and stress-free. Loved it!

I had the best time there and I can't wait to be able to go back. I was teaching English in a high school in Chonburi city which is located on the coast (1,5 hour from Bangkok), I signed for a 5-month contract (Oct'19-Feb'20) and everything went as expected... I can only recommend this program to anyone thinking of teaching in Thailand, their team is dedicated and friendly and this is a must when you are travelling abroad alone! Unfortunately for me, I had to leave 3 weeks before my contract ended as the COVID 19 outbreak started getting serious in Thailand, but openbook understood totally and told me I could be back whenever I wanted.

Open book team made this journey easier for me, and I can only thanks them for that. Dedicated & genuine people, that's what you need abroad especially as a solo "traveler".
Initially I planned to come teach with my buddy, but ended up by myself with a lot of doubts before leaving home, anyway my flight was paid and non-refundable so let's go..! My first day in Thailand was definitely overwhelming, I was supposed to be with my friend but was just alone, still unsure if it was right or not.. On my 2nd day I met Open book in Bangkok and from there everything seems clearer, no more doubt (almost :)). their team was very welcoming and helpful which was exactly what I needed at that time. They took care of everything for me, visa, accommodation, transportation etc... I just head back to the US last month after teaching for almost a year in Phetchabun + 5 months in Chonburi. It was the greatest experience of my life so far, although I was so happy to get back home, I was also sad to leave Thailand! Guys, if you're thinking to go abroad, then go to Thailand and if you wanna teach english then definitely go with open book!