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TEFL Recruitment Program: Boost Your TEFL & Get Hired to Teach

TEFL Recruitment Program: Boost Your TEFL & Get Hired to Teach

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Destination TEFL
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Destination TEFL

 5 · 117 reviews
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Location
Multiple Locations +2
  • Cambodia
    • Siem Reap
  • Indonesia
    • Bali
Length
40 hours
Training Type
Classroom

Program Details

Teaching Practicum
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Certifications
TEFL TESOL
Weekly Classroom Hours
6
Housing
Hotel
Age Min.
18

Pricing

$825
Price Details
Program Fee: $825 USD (excluding accommodation)
Accommodation: From $150 for 3 weeks (private room with Wi-Fi and A/C)
Includes: 3-week in-person practicum, 6+ hours of observed teaching, daily workshops, certificate of completion, lifetime job placement support, CV/interview guidance, visa assistance (Cambodia), and access to our alumni network.
Job placement support offered in Cambodia (no degree required) and Indonesia (degree required).
50% deposit required to secure your place; final payment due at least 30 days before arrival.
What's Included
Some Activities Airport Transfers Transportation Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

Cultural tour and social dinner

What's Not Included
Accommodation Airfare Domestic Airfare Meals SIM cards Travel Insurance Visa
Jun 26, 2025
Jul 31, 2019
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12 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Already TEFL certified but lacking real classroom experience? Destination TEFL’s 3-week Recruitment Program in Cambodia bridges the gap between theory and practice, giving you the in-person training and job support you need to confidently teach abroad. Based in Siem Reap, you’ll complete 6+ hours of observed teaching practice, attend daily workshops, and receive expert coaching.

After the program, we assist you with job placement in Cambodia or Indonesia—both vibrant destinations where English teachers are in high demand. Cambodia is ideal for non-degree holders, while Indonesia offers great packages for those with a degree. With lifetime job support, visa guidance, and affordable accommodation options, this program is perfect for TEFL grads ready to take the next step. Join us to gain real skills, explore Southeast Asia, and make a meaningful difference.

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Program Highlights

  • Teacher pracs in a real classroom environment
  • Located in Siem Reap, the tourist city with Angkor Wat in our backyard
  • Highly qualified trainers
  • Enjoy a cultural tour and other activities
  • Great accommodation choices nearby across all budgets

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  • Benefits 4.95
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.45
  • Facilities 4.85
  • Safety 5
  • Instruction 5
  • Support 4.95
  • Value 4.85
  • Academic Rigor 4.2
  • Job Assistance 4.85
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Molly
51
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Samui TEFL was the right choice for me!

Oct 20, 2014

I looked at a lot of different TEFL courses and I couldn't be happier with my decision. This course fully prepares you for your future as a teacher in Thailand or elsewhere. Though the class is intense, if you use your time wisely there is plenty of time to roam around the island and enjoy yourself. Rosanne is very helpful with everything you need before, during, and after the course. Kathryn is an amazing instructor and her knowledge of teaching went far beyond my expectations. For anyone interested in TEFL, this is the class for you.

What would you improve about this program?
Nothing.
103 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Molly

Thank you so much for your kind words and great review. You were a pleasure having on the course and I know your classmates enjoyed your sense of humour too!
Enjoy your new teaching career.

Best wishes

Rosanne and Kathryn

By Destination TEFL on October 26, 2014
Kadey
41
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The beginning of a great adventure..

Oct 2, 2014

I absolutely loved the course.. I found it super intense but also exciting and nerve wrecking all at once.. The experience you gain is well needed once you step into the teaching world. I am thankful for the confidence I gained through the tefl course and friends and memories I will cherish for a lifetime!!

What would you improve about this program?
I wish I had known before hand to bring a laptop as we had a few pc issues BUT many hands make light work and we worked together and made it work :)
101 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Kadey
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure having you on the course, and we're pleased you are now enjoying your teaching in Chiang Mai.

Best wishes

Rosanne and Kathryn

By Destination TEFL on October 6, 2014
Charlotte
41
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Choose this course, you won't regret it!

Sep 26, 2014

Before I decided on Samui TEFL I wasn't sure which course to choose or how beneficial a TEFL course could be for a qualified teacher... I was definitely right to choose Samui TEFL and whether you're a teacher or not I highly recommend doing this course before teaching English as a foreign language! When booking onto the course Rosanne is very helpful and responds quickly to all of your questions and our trainer Kathryn was certainly more than what I had hoped for. She is a great trainer and will look after you while you're in Samui.

I hope you make the right decision! :)

What would you improve about this program?
To have more time to learn the grammar and teach more.
104 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Charlotte

Thank you for your wonderful review, and congratulations on securing a job on the island!

We are pleased you enjoyed the course and found it helpful, and we are thankful for your advise too.
Regarding the grammar: As you know, we only have 120hours/4 weeks, so there's only so much grammar revision we can fit in if we are to cover all the theory as well as do practicals at the schools. As native English speakers, the grammar is merely a 'brush up', as it sould have been covered this in your school curriculum. But we do understand your point as for many it's been a while since leaving school. We do have a 'pre-course reading' doc covering the grammar that we do in class and that you are tested on, and we send this to students who request it before they come on the course, if they feel they want to revise before they start with us. We will be sure to let all applicants know that they can request this in case they never saw it on the website.

Thanks again for your review, and good luck with your teaching job on Samui

By Destination TEFL on September 28, 2014
Amanda
41
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Decision We Ever Made!

Sep 25, 2014

Myself and my boyfriend researched and pondered over many courses throughout South East Asia. We were very apprehensive about choosing a course. Now we are over the moon we chose Samui Tefl. I don't think there could be a better course out there. You will not be disappointed!

Rosanne is an amazing course coordinator and will be there for you before, during, and after the course for anything you need. Kathryn, the course trainer was just terrific! She has a wealth of teaching ideas, making sure each lesson is filled with fun activities! She can solve any solution with all her creative ideas! Kathryn will answer your questions anytime of the day.

On this course you will have a perfect balance of fun and learning. The course is intense but there is plenty of time to relax, explore the island and spend time with your new friends!

I can't fault this course in any way! It was one of the best decisions we ever made as a couple! Now we have a world of opportunities awaiting us, very exciting! Thanks Samui Tefl! :)

108 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Amanda and Cormac

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are so pleased you decided to join us, and you contributed a lot to the group. We wish you every success with your teaching careers in SE Asia.

Kind regards

Rosanne and Kathryn

By Destination TEFL on September 25, 2014
Katy
33
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

It's worth the risk!

Sep 21, 2014

Choosing a program was the hardest steps of this journey so far. I read all of these reviews and contacted many different companies before settling on Samui TEFL. I wanted a course that was engaging and fun yet pushed me and enabled me to feel comfortable in the classroom. This course did all of that and more. Kathryn is an amazing trainer with so much knowledge and patience and Rosanne answered all of my annoying questions before I arrived. I don't have anything to compare the course too, but I don't need to. This experience will be on of the best experiences of your life and if you choose Samui TEFL you can be assured that your first month here will be everything you need it to be.

If you are still unsure, take a look at the facebook page where you can see pictures from teacher practices to graduation.

What would you improve about this program?
Nothing.
94 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Katy

Thank you for your lovely review. You were a pleasure to have on the course, and we wish you the best of luck with your teaching career. We're pleased you found the course both fun and challenging, as that is our aim.

Kind regards

Rosanne and Kathryn

By Destination TEFL on September 22, 2014
Sutiva
41
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great decision to join Samui TEFL!

Jul 14, 2014

I was checking for some TEFL school on the Island and finally I made decision to join Samui TEFL. I felt I could get what I expected since the first few days until the end of the course. Love to join their class and love teaching practice. They really help to guide you what will you meet when you out to the real world of teaching. Join them and you won't be dissapointed!

98 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Joy
Thank you so much for your lovely review. You were a pleasure to have on the course, and you worked very hard. We are so pleased you enjoyed the course and made new friends.

Kind regards

Rosanne and Kathryn

By Destination TEFL on September 18, 2014
Marcello
33
Male
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The only TEFL school to consider in Thailand

Jul 5, 2014

Samui Tefl is the best choice any future teacher can make on their journey to Thailand. I will be forever grateful for the opportunity that Rosanne and Kathryn gave myself and a friend when we were stuck, as our original plans to study at a TEFL school in Bangkok fell through. We contacted Rosanne on the Saturday morning asking her if there might be any possibility for us to join the March course as we've already started arranging everything and an unfortunate event might end our dream. Rosanne spoke to Kathryn and made additional space for us to be able to join the course and get all the needed experience. Kathryn is by far the most dynamic teacher I have ever had and I never knew it would be possible for anyone to teach that much in a month. Rosanne assisted us with well needed guidance on what the right choices would be and how we would go about starting a teaching career. I met some of the most awesome people on the course that I will call friends forever. The course is not easy and you should not expect a walk in the park, but all the hard work does pay off. You will leave Samui TEFL as a changed person.

100 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Marcello

Thank you so much for your positive feedback and kind words. We are pleased that you found Kathryn's teaching to be dynamic, and as with everything in life you also get out what you put in, so thank you for your efforts too.

Kind regards

Rosanne and Kathryn.

By Destination TEFL on September 18, 2014
Tina
51
Female
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Look no further!

Jun 24, 2014

If you're looking for a TEFL course anywhere in the World - stop here and sign up! It took me 3 days to get on board and I've had no regrets since. The course was intense and took us out of our comfort zones, but we did well, proving so much to ourselves. I still use the A/B cards that I'd made while doing the course in March 2013!

The "after course" support is what overwhelmed me the most - although they don't guarantee you a job, they won't rest until you get one - they made sure I got one! :)

90 people found this review helpful.
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Response from Destination TEFL

Dear Tina

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear that you are using the methods and materials learnt during the course. You are a wonderful teacher, and your students are lucky to have you.

Kind regards

Rosanne and Kathryn

By Destination TEFL on September 18, 2014

Questions & Answers

What is the experience for more mature people - early 50s?

We have had many 'mature' trainees on the course. In fact if you read through our reviews, you'll see one of the latest ones is from Richard, who is in the age bracket you mentioned. You can also watch this video testimonial from a mature trainee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzT6MO2Qzyo&t=11s As long as you are young at heart and keen to learn, we are happy to have you on the course!

By Destination TEFL on January 16, 2017

Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Maggie Gelon

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Why did you choose this program?

I chose SamuiTEFL because of the consistent and positive reviews. The quality of the program and the teaching was raved about, and my experience confirmed the high praise. Plus, how can you beat going to school next to gorgeous beaches? I knew early on that the people running the program were committed to answering questions and providing resources, and, as a newbie to traveling, that was just what I needed.

What did your program provider assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

SamuiTEFL helped to organize our living accommodations and pick-up from the airport. They were continuously helpful with explaining visa policies and procurement. The program guided me through the job placement process after earning the TEFL certificate as well. Travel plans were independently organized.

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

I would advise that you go into an overseas program with an open mind, and that you give yourself time to adjust. You may not acclimate overnight and that's okay. Know that simple things, like finding a bank or a good cup of coffee, are sometimes the challenge of the day. Keep water, patience and some flexibility on you wherever you go, and you'll be soaring.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

Monday - Friday you will be in class from about 8-4, and then evenings and weekends are yours. There may be some times when you'll be prepping outside of class, but you will have more than enough time to enjoy the island as well. In class, there is so much to soak up, so keep yourself rested and ready to learn.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

I think one of my biggest fears was navigating the language barriers. I have been lucky in that, everywhere I have been, English has been quite commonly used (at least a little). However, good manners and smiles are universal and knowing just a little useful language can get you very far. Many people are very gracious to travelers and understand that you are a fish out of water. I'm so grateful for them!

What did you like most in the program?

Travel is very humbling and not nearly as glamorous as you might think. I have sweat stains in 80 percent of my travel photos. The littlest things become the biggest victories. Finding my way from point A to point B is something to celebrate. For as much as a challenge as travel can be, it is rewarding and invigorating to know you can navigate new experiences.

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Jane Openshaw

Program
TEFL Recruitment Program: Boost Your TEFL & Get Hired to Teach
Job Title
Office Manager
Jane started her TEFL career teaching in an English Program in Thailand. After this, Jane taught and managed for TEFL schools and language schools in both the UK and Thailand.

Jane loves to advise and assist new teachers starting out in their EFL careers. She observes lessons and assists Samui TEFL trainees with job placement.
Jane Openshaw

What is your favorite travel memory?

My favourite memory was a road trip with friends to visit Laos.

Firstly, I was surprised to see the French influence after living in a Southern city in Thailand for 3 years. I indulged on the wine and baguettes!

Travelling through the mountains and visiting all the rural villages on the roadside was a real eye-opener and inspired me to continue to teach and educate children in my future career.

We finished our journey in the town of Luang Prabang, with its serene nature surroundings and outstanding views. Here, we enjoyed some westernized facilities and restaurants for us to indulge in after a week on the road! It was a holiday I will never forget.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

Working with Samui TEFL company means that I meet people from all walks of life who bring with them many different views of the world we live in. This teaches me to open up my mindset and increases my desire to learn, not only for teaching purposes but also for communication in all aspects of my life.

I thoroughly enjoy being able to guide new teachers and share the knowledge I have gained throughout my teaching career in order to help new teachers find their way in the teaching field.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

Most trainees on the TEFL Program have great teaching careers in Asia and worldwide for many years. I am most happy when ex graduates tell me their stories to want to further their skills and take on a teaching degree or educational course to expand their knowledge.

I have seen teachers become complacent with their work and eventually go back to their home countries after a few years. However, it is those teachers who start giving back to communities and take part in amazing volunteer work who inspire me the most!

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I would choose Samui TEFL Program because the course is educational and challenging, but involves a lot of fun and games!

During the TEFL course, we visit schools around the beautiful Thai island of Koh Samui and volunteer teach at temple schools. The children at these schools are very excited to have Western teachers in the classroom and give you immense pleasure and job satisfaction when they show you their beaming smiles!

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

The company is unique in that trainees on the program get hands-on teaching experience in Thai classrooms. The course content is up to date and encompasses all elements of modern-day teaching - from the use of technology in the classroom to online teaching.

I am always very proud of the team, who work together to give trainees the experience of a lifetime with full support - from the sign up day to get a job after the course. I am always impressed by the care and thoughtfulness of the owners and trainers -as well as the support staff- who work together and take care of one another like an extended family.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

I believe that for any company to be successful, there needs to be a wide spectrum within a working team. Destination TEFL (Samui TEFL) has team members from different parts of the world, each person bringing their own working ethics, educational background and expertise to ensure trainees on each course are given full support and guidance for their future careers depending on their own personal needs.

About Destination TEFL

Destination TEFL, Koh Samui opened in 2011 as Samui TEFL, on the beautiful tropical island of Koh Samui, Thailand. The company has since expanded to other bucket list destinations. Choose from: Siem Reap, Cambodia – a land where ancient and modern worlds collide to create a unique destination, just a short distance to the UNESCO World Heritage Site...

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