ESL TEACHER (EXPAT ONLY) in Ho Chi Minh City

Key Responsibilities
1. Engaging Lesson Delivery
+ Deliver energetic, student-centered lessons that maximize Student Talk Time (STT) and active participation.
+ Utilize total physical response (TPR), games, communicative activities, and multimedia to keep students motivated and focused.
+ Adapt teaching styles to suit different learning paces, maintaining an enthusiastic and supportive classroom atmosphere.
+ Foster an encouraging environment where Vietnamese students feel comfortable making mistakes and speaking up.

2. Focus on Speaking & Conversational Skills
+ Lead interactive speaking activities, role-plays, debates, and group discussions to improve natural fluency.
+ Target key pronunciation challenges (e.g., ending sounds, sentence stress, intonation, and phonics).
+ Help students overcome shyness and build practical, real-world conversational skills.
+ Provide dynamic, real-time feedback on speaking accuracy and vocabulary usage.

3. Lesson Preparation & Planning
+ Prepare structured, goal-oriented lesson plans aligned with provided curricula and textbook series.
+ Create supplementary teaching materials (flashcards, slide decks, visual aids, interactive worksheets).
+ Integrate modern educational tools and technology to enhance learning outcomes.
+ Collaborate with local Teaching Assistants (TAs) to ensure smooth classroom flow and clear instructions.

4. Assessment & Administrative Tasks
+ Track student progress and evaluate speaking/listening performance periodically.
+ Provide constructive written or verbal feedback for student reports and parent updates.
+ Maintain classroom management and a safe, clean, and positive learning space.

Requirements & Qualifications
+ Native or Native-Level English Speaker with clear pronunciation and natural phrasing.
+ Education: Bachelor’s Degree in any field (required for Vietnam work permit processing).
+ Certification: TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA (120-hour minimum, in-person or recognized online program).
+ Background Check: Clear national police check / criminal background check from your home country (issued within the last 6 months).
+ Attributes: High energy, cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and a strong passion for teaching in an international environment.
+ Prior teaching experience or experience living in Asia is a plus, but entry-level teachers with strong interpersonal skills are welcome to apply.

Benefits & What We Offer:
+ Competitive Compensation: Up to 55.000.000 VND/month
+ Work Permit Support: Assistance with legal document legalization, work permit applications, and residency cards in Vietnam.
+ Classroom Support: Dedicated local Teaching Assistants in young learner classes.
+ Professional Growth: Onboarding training, workshops, and ongoing academic support.
+ Cultural Experience: Opportunities to explore Vietnam’s rich culture, cuisine, and vibrant community.