
Capital city
Phnom Penh
Language
Khmer
Currency
Riel (US Dollar accepted)
Typical TEFL teacher salary
US $ 8 per hour
Major TEFL locations
Phnom Penh
The Country
As Cambodia is a developing nation the majority of English teaching opportunities are volunteer based. However, this is beginning to change as the need for the English language becomes integral to being able to obtain a good job. Opportunities for employment as a TEFL trainer are also increasing as more foreigners enter Cambodia. Salaries are relatively low but so is the cost of living.
There is almost no potential to obtain employment in Cambodia unless you are already there, although you could initially make contact with what schools there are to inform them of your arrival. The best method is to turn up at different schools in person to drop off your curriculum vitae and meet the various members of staff there. Motorbike taxis are the most prevalent, cheap and quick mode of travel and, if you are lucky, your driver will have some advice on local schools in the area. It is important that you are contactable by phone so that they can call you.
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Sample Job offer for Teaching English in Cambodia
"Position for a TEFL qualified professional to teach English in Cambodia. We offer a great local salary of $US 7-10 per hour for delivering 1st class English lessons to adults and teenagers. We have a convenient schedule with class hours grouped together and a flexible working environment. The school is situated in Battambang, Cambodia. TEFL certificate and/or experience required."