My experience with media kids and working under media kids has been exceptional, they are such a professional, kind and extremely helpful agency from the moment you meet your recruiter over email and video chat (Jinky).

From the start off the online orientation with us in all our various countries before arrival right until we all arrived and had our orientation in thailand and meet face to face with everyone and until we got placed in our areas with the media kids team (Tae, Mani, Jay, Kevin, Skye/Marian). They always assist from start to finish each semester with our visas, School curriculum, regular check ups with great advice and feedback and reminders when deadlines are for school.

Media Kids has been a joyful and amazing to work under during my 1 and half semesters so far and I'm enjoying every second.

Teaching in Thailand’s Isaan (Northeastern) region is a unique and deeply enriching experience that differs significantly from teaching in more tourist-oriented areas like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or the southern islands. Isaan is often considered the cultural heartland of Thailand, and working there offers teachers an authentic glimpse into rural Thai life, strong community values, and a slower, more grounded pace of living.

One of the most striking aspects of teaching in Isaan is the warmth and hospitality of the local people. Teachers are often treated with genuine respect and curiosity, particularly in smaller towns and villages where foreign teachers are still relatively uncommon. Colleagues frequently go out of their way to help with daily life, from translating at markets to inviting teachers to family events, weddings, or temple ceremonies. This sense of belonging can be incredibly rewarding and helps foreign teachers integrate more deeply into the community.

In the classroom, teaching can be both challenging and fulfilling. Many students come from farming or low-income backgrounds, and their exposure to English outside of school is limited. As a result, English proficiency levels are often lower than in urban areas. However, students are generally polite, enthusiastic, and eager to learn, especially when lessons are interactive and fun. Games, songs, and conversational activities tend to work far better than rigid textbook-based instruction. Teachers who are flexible, patient, and creative usually find great success and satisfaction in seeing their students’ gradual progress.

The teaching environment itself varies widely. Some schools are well-resourced, while others may lack basic materials, reliable technology, or air-conditioned classrooms. This can be an adjustment for teachers used to more structured systems. Lesson planning expectations are sometimes unclear, and administrative organization may feel relaxed or inconsistent. However, this also allows teachers a great deal of freedom to design their own lessons and teaching style without excessive pressure or micromanagement.

Life outside the classroom is another major draw of Isaan. The cost of living is low, allowing teachers to save money despite modest salaries. Local food is delicious, inexpensive, and distinct, with famous dishes like som tam (papaya salad) and larb originating from the region. While nightlife and entertainment options are limited compared to major cities, many teachers come to appreciate the quieter lifestyle, strong sense of community, and easy access to nature, rice fields, and nearby Laos or Cambodia.

That said, Isaan is not for everyone. Teachers who rely heavily on Western conveniences, active nightlife, or frequent travel may feel isolated. Language barriers can be more pronounced, as English is less commonly spoken outside of schools. Adaptability and cultural sensitivity are essential for a positive experience.

Overall, teaching in Thailand is best suited for those seeking meaningful cultural immersion rather than a glamorous expat lifestyle. It offers the chance to make a real impact, build lasting relationships, and experience a side of Thailand that many visitors never see. For teachers with an open mind and a sense of adventure, this can be an unforgettable and life-changing place to teach.

Enjoy working with this agency. From the very beginning, I felt a high level of professionalism and genuine care from the team. The managers are extremely supportive, well-organized, and always stay in touch. Whenever I had a question or faced a difficulty, I received a quick and clear response, which was especially important for me as I was moving to another country for the first time. Their constant communication made the whole process much less stressful and gave me confidence at every stage.

The agency provided full and reliable support with visa documentation and accommodation issues. All procedures were clearly explained, deadlines were well structured, and I always knew what steps to take next. This level of guidance helped me avoid many potential problems and saved a lot of time and anxiety. It was clear that the agency has strong experience in international recruitment and understands the real challenges teachers face when relocating abroad.

One of the most valuable parts of my experience was the training before starting work. I had no prior teaching experience, so I was worried about whether I would be ready for the classroom. The training was very practical, professional, and well designed. It covered lesson planning, classroom management, communication with students, and cultural aspects of teaching in a new country. The trainers explained everything in a clear and supportive way and were always open to questions. Thanks to this preparation, I felt much more confident and motivated when I started teaching.

Overall, this agency combines professionalism, responsibility, and real human support. I felt guided, prepared, and valued as a teacher. I am very grateful for their help and would confidently recommend this agency to my friends and anyone looking for a reliable and supportive teaching placement abroad.

First of all, the fact that this scandalous agency has hidden my Google review says more than enough. the following is what I had posted.

In the most simple, basic terms, do not ever go through MediaKids, contact a school directly. Do not go through this agency. They will exploit you, take half of your salary (or more), gaslight you into thinking their faults are your own, and not return you the money they take for 'tax', despite promising that if you only work for one semester, you do not pay taxes.

The pay is the lowest in all Thailand. They try to make as much money as they can from you and don't take good care of you. Even if I loved the school I was working in, I would never ever work for Mediakids again.
They don't inform you well about the place where you are going and they can change their minds about your destination whenever they feel like it.
If you are not a native speaker you are worth nothing to them and they will despise you as well as pay you much less than to native speakers, even if you have a masters and teaching experience.
During orientation we weren't told much and when they say they will reimburse you for your visa that's just not true. They give you back 3'000 Baht when just the trip there and getting your visa will cost you over 10'000 plus a visa extension that is another 2'000 so they are not paying for much.
They place you in the accommodation that they want and then you cannot leave it or you would have to pay an entire month's rent as a fee to leave the place.
Once you are in it's difficult to get out so don't do it.
Simply awful.

I've only had good experiences with MediaKids.

They have taken care of everything I've needed since my arrival here in Thailand.
From opening a bank account, purchasing a Thai sim card to the full visa and work permit process.

I was put up in a hotel for orientation. Many cultural norms and etiquette was discussed during the orientation and I found that very helpful. i was taught some basic Thai greetings and given tips on being polite and friendly the Thai way; which is really important when you are a guest in a foreign country.

The first school I was placed at had quite a few teachers from different parts of the world teaching for MediaKids. It was an eye-opener and lovely to be exposed to citizens of even more countries. Lasting friendships were forged and I am grateful for that.

A full curriculum is provided for you, with help at any stage of the game literally a phone call away. Flashcards and test are available to download and print.

The ongoing support from the MediaKids consultants has helped me to grow as a teacher.
I feel confident moving to a new province and teaching and living there knowing that I am supported by the MediaKids staff members.

Media kids has got to be the worst agency that I've ever worked with. Unprofessional, corrupt, and the communication sucks. They do what they want when they want with very little notice to us. And it doesn't matter what your contract says. You get paid once a month at night! I had a good experience in Thailand as I made the best out of my situation. However, the company is very corrupt I highly recommend you run when you see them coming. From the consultants with the strong accents and you trying to make out their words. To expensive paperwork that you need to complete each month. Your promised a reimbursement by the end of the month and then surprise they say oh we'll pay you end of this semester!! They are full of terrible surprises. Say no to media kids.

Hello guys I'm Teacher Nhel and I'm proud to be part of Mediakids Academy. One of the best happened to me here in Thailand is to be an ESL Teacher. Life is really amazing when you're working with great people. I love Thai culture the way they respect teachers. When you love to discover new culture and to travel at the same time mediakids is one of the best company here in Thailand. I've been working with Mediakids for almost four years now and it's really a great experience. Once you're a Teacher you'll never stop sharing your knowledge and you'll never stop learning at the same time. We have different consultants who always there to guide us with our visas, work permit and including our safe accomodation. It's not all about the salary all the time but it's all about how will they treat you in one company. I love Mediakids as it's best. They changed my life to better . I really enjoy working abroad with Mediakids. Life is really amazing to work here in Thailand with Mediakids. I will definitely recommend Mediakids because I've been part of the company since 2015.

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