XploreAsia Teach Myanmar + In-Country TEFL / TESOL Program

I have been working in Myanmar for 1 year now and I have to say that it has been one of the most thrilling experiences. I am currently in Yangon city and it has everything! From parks, temples and lake to night markets, clubs and shopping malls. It's lively and there are a variety of activities for everyone. The food is fantastic and the people of Myanmar are friendly and sociable. Teaching here has been amazing so far and I have learned a lot in a short time. I recommend Myanmar for anyone that is looking for an exciting experience!

I taught in Myanmar through this programme for two years and now work remotely teaching students from Myanmar. I absolutely loved my experience in Myanmar.
I was nervous going into it as I have a few dietary requirements but I was supported by the local staff to find food I could eat and to learn phrases in Burmese that would help me when ordering.
When I arrived in country I was collected from the airport and taken to my accommodation which was great because it meant that I didn't have to find my own way after a long flight.
My accommodation was provided by the school in my first year and then I chose to move to a new apartment later. I had my own room a shared kitchen and shared bathroom.
Everything had been thought of; from language lessons to cultural experiences and I felt welcomed in to the team immediately!

My name is Luyanda and I am a South African ESL teacher living in Yangon, Myanmar. I moved to Myanmar in October 2022 and since then, it's been a rollercoaster of emotions. The excitement of leaving South Africa was mixed with fear and nervousness when I finally arrived in Myanmar. This was one of the biggest life-changing experiences I've gone through. When I first arrived, I was escorted to the apartment I still live in now. I'm fortunate enough to not pay rent or utilities. (The utilities gets taken off your salary if you choose to stay in accommodation provided by XploreAsia). People are very friendly and are always willing to help. I experienced huge culture shocks when I first arrived in Myanmar. It's way hotter and more humid than a December in Pietermaritzburg. I find myself sleeping with the airconditioning on and waking to terrible sinuses. If you're planning on moving to Myanmar, pack a lot of sunscreen. Another culture shock was not seeing Black people as regularly as I saw them in South Africa. It does get a bit lonely but I've made friends in Myanmar. Working in Myanmar has been great. Teaching is a new career for me. Before I left South Africa, I studied television screenwriting and directing. After years of trying to break into the entertainment industry, I decided that I needed a career change for a couple of years and I chose teaching. I've only taught for a year but it's one of the most fulfilling decisions I've made. It's lovely seeing students improve and get excited about the marks they got after each semester. I teach English to all ages. The best thing about teaching is being able to have friendly relationships with the students. Teaching does get challenging. Sometimes, a lesson doesn't go as planned and you'll have to think of activities on the spot. It happens to many teachers. My advice for moving to a new country is to accept as much help as possible. Ask questions about anything that you need to know. I think Myanmar is a lovely country and I hope more people are able to come.

I've been teaching in Yangon, Myanmar for just under five months now and I have found the experience to be a very interesting and unique one. I enjoy living in Yangon and I enjoy working at NELC-Xplore. The staff and management are very friendly and helpful. Myanmar is a beautiful country with very friendly people who are keen to help you get settled in and familiar with your new surroundings. I would definitely recommend coming to work and live here. The students are really dedicated to studying English.

I started my life here in Myanmar back in 2020. I joined the Tesol course at NELC-Xplore and met some wonderful people. The course was extremely beneficial and I was placed in a great school. Life changed a bit after Covid-19 and the political situation but staying here through all of it was one of the best decisions I ever made. I have a secure job, a great apartment and I have met some amazing people that I consider as my family. I highly recommend choosing Myanmar. It's a very special country!

My experience in Myanmar through this program has been life-changing. What I like the most is how I became fully immersed in the local culture. I've been in Yangon for nearly 7 years now, even though I originally planned to stay for only 9 months. I fell in love with the place. The warm welcome from Cplore and the local community, delicious food, and lively traditional festivals made me feel like a part of this beautiful culture.

The Xplore program staff and the welcoming locals played a huge role in making me feel at home and helping me get on my feet. Their support and friendliness were instrumental in my journey. I wholeheartedly recommend this program to anyone seeking a special ESL teaching experience combined with an incredible cultural adventure.