March 26, 2025 | Posted by Team SchooPed.png)
As of March 26, 2025, Thailand’s teaching job market continues to flourish, driven by a rising demand for bilingual and international education. At Schooped, we’ve analyzed approximately 560 teaching positions across Thailand to bring you the latest trends, from in-demand subjects to salary insights. Whether you’re an educator seeking your next role or simply curious about opportunities, Schooped’s deep dive into this vibrant market offers actionable insights for March 2025.
The preference for Native English Speakers (NES) remains a cornerstone of Thailand’s teaching market, with over 70% of the 560 jobs either preferring or strictly requiring NES candidates. Roles like "English Teacher" and "Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher" are ubiquitous, with institutions such as Chulalongkorn University Demonstration Secondary School (THB 71,000/month) and Assumption College English Program, Rama 2 (THB 70,000/month) offering competitive pay. However, about 25% of listings, including positions at St. Andrews International School Sukhumvit 107 and Bangkok Prep International School, accept fully qualified teachers (QTS), both NES and Non-Native English Speakers (NNES), signaling a shift toward valuing teaching quality and fluency over nationality alone.
The dataset reveals a clear hierarchy of subjects in demand, reflecting both Thailand’s educational priorities and the needs of international schools:
1. English: The most sought-after subject, appearing in over 50% of listings. Roles range from general "English Teacher" positions to specialized ones like "Secondary English as a Second Language Teacher". English dominates due to its role as a global language and the backbone of international curricula.
2. Mathematics: A growing demand, particularly at the secondary level, with positions like "Mathematics Teacher to IGCSE and A-Level" and "High School Mathematics Teacher". About 10% of jobs focus on math, reflecting a push for STEM education.
3. Science: Encompassing biology, chemistry, and physics, science roles account for roughly 8–10% of listings. Examples include "Secondary Science Teacher (KS4 and KS5 Biology)" at Southern International School Hat Yai (THB 70,000/month) and Physics Teacher at Thai Singapore International School (THB 58,000/month).
4. Modern Foreign Languages (MFL): Spanish, French, and Mandarin are increasingly popular, with roles like "Whole School Spanish Teacher" at Heathfield International School and MFL: Teacher of Mandarin at Garden International School – Bangkok requiring native speakers of these foreign languages. These account for about 5% of positions.
5. Physical Education (PE) and Arts : PE roles, such as "Teacher of Physical Education (Primary)" at Shrewsbury International School Bangkok Riverside, and creative subjects like "Secondary Drama Teacher" at Bangkok Patana School, each represent 3–5% of listings, highlighting a holistic approach to education.
Other niche subjects, such as business studies (Secondary Business Studies/Economics Teacher at PanyaDee – The British School of Samui), ICT (ICT IGCSE and BTEC Level 3 IT Teacher at HeadStart International School Phuket), and psychology, also appear, catering to specialized curricula like IB and A-Level.
The 560 jobs span various teaching levels, each with distinct demands and opportunities:
1. Early Years (EYFS) and Kindergarten: Approximately 25% of positions target this level, with roles like Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher and Early Years Teacher. These roles often prioritize NES candidates and focus heavily on English language immersion.
2. Primary (Key Stage 1 and 2): Accounting for about 30% of listings, primary roles include Primary Homeroom Teacher and Key Stage 2 Teacher. Subjects like English, math, and science dominate, with a mix of NES and NNES preferences.
3. Secondary (Key Stage 3–5): Roughly 35% of jobs fall here, covering grades 6–12 and often aligning with international exams (IGCSE, IB, A-Level). Examples include Secondary Mathematics Teacher and Teacher of Chemistry, Biology and/or Physics. This level sees the highest demand for subject specialists.
4.Leadership and Support Roles: Around 10% of positions, such as Head of Secondary and Whole-School Inclusion Coordinator span multiple levels and require 3–5 years of experience.
Salaries vary by level and subject, with a median range of THB 40,000–50,000/month:
Early Years/Kindergarten : THB 25,000–60,000/month (e.g., Kindergarten Teacher at RoongAroon School, THB 50,000/month).
Primary: THB 30,000–70,000/month (e.g., Primary English Teacher at Spartan Kids Thailand, THB 70,000–72,000/month).
Secondary: THB 35,000–80,000/month (e.g., Secondary Teachers (English, History, Economics) at Montessori Academy Bangkok, THB 80,000/month).
Leadership: Often "competitive" or undisclosed, with top roles like Head of Early Years at Norwich International School Bangkok (Rama 2) reaching THB 125,000/month.
Part-time roles, such as Part-Time English Teacher ranging between (THB 400 - 600/hour), offer flexibility, particularly at lower levels.
Bangkok hosts about 60% of the 560 jobs, with high-paying roles at schools like Bangkok Patana School and Shrewsbury International School Bangkok Riverside. Provinces like Chiang Mai (e.g., Varee Chiangmai School, THB 60,000/month), Phuket (e.g., HeadStart International School Phuket), and Chon Buri (e.g., Rugby School Thailand) each contribute 5–10%, while smaller areas like Lampang and Surat Thani offer lower salaries (THB 20,000–35,000/month).
Over 80% of jobs prefer a B.Ed., PGCE, or iPGCE, though it’s rarely mandatory. Experience requirements are:
Early Years/Kindergarten: 1–2 years.
Primary: 2 years typical.
Secondary: 2–3 years, with subject expertise.
Leadership: 3–5 years.
A small but distinct subset of jobs specifically targets Filipino teachers, often for kindergarten or English roles. Examples include Filipino Kindergarten Teacher at Na Daroon School (THB 28,000/month) and Filipino English Teachers at Teerawat Bampen Primary School (THB 22,000/month). This trend likely stems from cost considerations, Filipino teachers often command lower salaries than Western NES counterparts combined with their reputation for strong English skills and teaching proficiency.
With 560 openings in March 2025, Thailand’s teaching job market, as tracked by Schooped, is ripe with potential. English leads, but STEM and MFL gain traction, spanning Early Years to Secondary levels. Whether in Bangkok or beyond, Schooped empowers educators to navigate this evolving landscape with confidence.