Thailand TEFL Program - No Experience Needed

I joined The Fewer Things (TFT) to teach in Thailand in October 2024, and I cannot recommend this programme enough for new teachers! TFT was incredibly supportive throughout the entire process, from assisting with the required documents for working in Thailand and offering packing advice to providing regular communication and promptly responding to any queries during my placement.

I was incredibly fortunate to be placed in Pattaya, which offered a perfect balance of city and beach life. This location also provided many opportunities to travel around Thailand during the length of my contract. While teaching in Thailand was sometimes chaotic and challenging—especially when adapting to a new culture—it was an incredibly rewarding experience, and I have loved getting to know and learning from the students over the semester.

I’ve had an incredible time teaching in Thailand, during which I’ve gained lifelong friends and created unforgettable memories that I will cherish forever. I am so grateful for this opportunity and look forward to working with TFT as I explore new destinations once my contract ends!

When I first moved to my placement in Thailand, from the outside, it looked like nothing much was going on. It's a small farm town with little going on, which made me wonder if I should be here. But as time went on, I am very grateful and lucky to be able to be placed where I am. I was able to build many incredible friendships with coworkers who are from Thailand. By having those relationships, I have been able to have so many incredible experiences and special moments. I also really enjoyed the school I'm working at the teachers and the students are all so kind and supportive. I have been able to be a part of a welcoming and kind community that I'm so grateful to have.

Anytime I needed help with anything, at least one person would come up and ask to help me because they were just so kind. It's all thanks to TFT for assisting and helping me to be able to be where I am today. I am also grateful for TFT because they have helped me from the very beginning of this journey of finding a job in Thailand to getting settled into my new home. They help you with any question you have, so if you need assistance navigating Teaching English Abroad, I recommend The Fewer Things :)

Coming to teach in Thailand is honestly one of the best decisions of my life. Right before flying over, I admit I got cold feet. I was about to be on a continent I had never been before, away from everything and everyone I knew. But it has been nothing but amazing.

The TFT team has been so incredibly supportive. Moving to a different country can be incredibly confusing, especially if you don’t speak the language, and while there may be points of frustration, you’re never alone. All the visa, work permit, and any other such processes are handled for you by very capable hands, and the team is always just a text away.

When you first arrive, you have a whole group of people waiting to help introduce you to what life in Thailand is going to be like. And it only gets better from there. The school environment is great and everybody is very friendly - we just had a huge Christmas celebration, which was a nice reminder of home. There’s also so much opportunity to travel and experience amazing new things that you will not want to leave.

If you’ve stumbled upon the TFT page and are thinking about doing a program, you’re on the site for a reason.

I have loved my time teaching in Thailand!! The lifestyle and culture have my heart. The kids are wholesome and respectful and the co-teachers are filled with kindness . It's been a warm and inviting environment from the day I arrived in Thailand from the companies and locals. I also enjoyed orientation because it allowed me to make friends outside of my placement school. It's great because I have friends in other cities giving me a big excuse to go see them and explore different places.

If you're thinking about teaching in Thailand, do it!!! It's an experience of a lifetime.

I am so glad I chose to go through The Fewer Things programme to teach abroad in Asia. Before I even arrived I felt reassured as I was able to talk to Will and Molly from the team if I had any problems or questions. The group chat and orientation was a great opportunity to meet teachers before starting work and I couldn't have imagined moving abroad without the company of other teachers in the same boat.

I am living in a small city called Chachoengsao in Thailand and it has been nothing but an authentic experience of living amongst locals, eating Thai food and (trying) to learn the language. Before arriving here I didn't quite believe in the 'mai-pen-rai' way of life in Thailand, which means 'no worries' but my experience has been both adventurous and laid back. I am only an hour away from Bangkok and Pattaya in either direction, if I want to go to the city or the beach.

Overall, taking that first step of signing up to The Fewer Things from my laptop led to my whole life changing a few months later. Now I don't think there is any better feeling than the sun shining as you finish work on a Friday and feeling like you have a made a difference through teaching English, no matter how small.

I discovered TFT through word of mouth and was delighted with the support I received. Moving to Thailand to teach was a daunting thought, and the help from TFT made it seem so much easier. The group chat was exceptionally helpful, and I have met a best friend through there! The orientation was a great way to meet people and gather some essential skills for when beginning teaching, especially if have not had any teaching experience before. Ultimately, it is possible to sort a teaching position yourself, but the positives attained from the wealth of knowledge that TFT boasts is so desirable, and you will benefit by being placed in the right school and area for you.

I am almost mid-way through my teaching placement in Pattaya, Thailand and I am having the most amazing experience. I teach kids from ages 9 to 12 and my students have made my experience, they are the funniest children and I feel excited every morning to wake up, go to school, and teach! The work/life balance I have here is the best I have ever experienced, Thailand has many public holidays so even during term time I have been able to travel! Overall I am having a blast thanks to The Fewer Things!

I was super nervous to embark on my adventure in Thailand as it was my first solo trip; after thorough research, I discovered the reputable company 'The Fewer Things' and have not been disappointed. The Fewer Things has been there every step of the way, before my departure to Thailand, during and after! I feel delighted with the support I have received from this company. We had several webinars, the group chat was constantly filled with helpful information, links and general chit-chat and advice. Once I landed in Thailand, I met up with several people from the programme, I even met someone from the company on my flight! We enjoyed several adventures exploring Thailand before our placements began, so Thailand was already off to a great start! We had a teaching orientation, and The Fewer Things planned social events each night during the orientation course, so after the training, you had something to look forward to and further opportunities to make friends! I have felt immensely supported every step of the way; coming from someone very nervous about whether this was the right decision, I can confirm that choosing to kickstart my journey with The Fewer Things 100% was! I will be returning to them for my future teaching and travel adventures! Can't fault the company :)