At a Glance: Teaching English in Vietnam
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At a Glance: Teaching English in Vietnam

ESL teachers who come to Vietnam may never want to leave. From the watery green rice fields and sleepy villages of the Mekong Delta, to the floating markets and French colonial architecture of busy Hanoi, this country is a unique and varied paradise.

Monthly Salary*:
27.5 - 68 million VND
1,580 - 3,910 CAD (May 22, 2023)
Private Tutoring per Hour:
300,000 - 500,000 VND
17.25 - 28.75 CAD (May 22, 2023)
Income Tax††: 20 - 25%
Ability to Save per year: 5,300 - 17,300 CAD
Airfare: Rarely included
Accommodations: Sometimes included or allowance may be given
Health Care: Rarely included
Holidays: Paid
Teaching Hours per Week: 15 - 30
Typical Contract Length: One year preferred; short-term may be available
Typical Start Month(s): Year round
Application Timeline: 1 - 4 months
Work Visa: Employer sponsors
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate

Other East Asia / Southeast Asia Countries:

Cambodia ~ China ~ Hong Kong ~ India ~ Indonesia ~ Japan ~ Korea ~ Kyrgyzstan ~ Laos ~ Malaysia ~ Nepal ~ Taiwan ~ Thailand ~ Vietnam

A gastronomic Asian paradise, Vietnam offers cuisine influenced by Thailand, Japan, China, and France. Teachers here will also enjoy several distinct climate zones and a more stable economy than in neighbouring developing countries.

The combination of Oxford Seminars' internationally recognized TESOL/TESL Certification and our Job Placement Service included with the course makes teaching English abroad a reality. Learn more about teaching English in Vietnam and other opportunities teaching English abroad by calling 1-888-227-6755, or by attending an upcoming free Information Session in your area.

* Wages vary depending on the economy of the country.
Exchange rates are subject to change. Check www.xe.com for current rates.
†† You will be paying income tax while teaching abroad, and the tax rate can change depending on how much money you earn.

Oxford Seminars makes every effort to keep our information as up-to-date and accurate as possible. However, individual teaching positions and experiences may vary with job market conditions. Specific information listed cannot be guaranteed to be applicable when you are seeking employment teaching ESL in a specific country.

Note that certain positions require additional qualifications and credentials that are not negotiable due to specific country legislation.