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Do Your Homework – Research the teaching market in Vietnam, from schools to language centers and regions. Understand where your skills fit best and what employers are really looking for.
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Have Your Credentials in Order – A degree, TESOL/CELTA, and valid legal documents are must-haves. Employers expect you to be fully prepared on paper before you even step into the classroom.
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Adaptability Is Essential – Success here requires flexibility in many ways: teaching both children and adults, working in different locations, and adjusting to local learning styles. Without adaptability, it’s nearly impossible to thrive.
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Professionalism Sets You Apart – Communicate clearly and respectfully, keep your commitments, and demonstrate reliability in every step of the application and teaching process. What convinces employers is proven results, consistency, and a professional attitude.
Beyond all the tips, what truly matters is understanding what it really means to come to Vietnam to teach. Only with that clarity can you commit and invest your time and effort wholeheartedly.
👉 Have you truly understood what this career choice means for you?
Teaching English in Vietnam comes with many challenges.
The key is to acknowledge them and prepare yourself well.
