Primary & Junior High English Teacher

About the role

The Thai-Japanese Association School, Bangkok Campus, is seeking Primary and Junior High English Teachers for positions beginning April 1, 2026. The school serves nearly 2,500 Japanese students and is the largest Japanese school outside Japan, offering a professional, well-organized and culturally rich environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English instruction through well-structured, engaging and student-centered lessons.
• Design and implement creative learning experiences that integrate speaking, listening, reading and writing skills across different themes and proficiency levels.
• Develop lesson plans and materials aligned with the school’s curriculum and learning objectives.
• Assess and monitor student progress using formal and informal methods and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate academic and attendance records in accordance with school policies.
• Foster a positive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, respect and cooperation.
• Participate actively in school life, including assemblies, cultural events and extracurricular activities.
• Contribute to curriculum review and improvement, offering insights to strengthen the English program.
• Uphold the school’s values and professional standards in communication, punctuality and commitment to student success.

Schedule

• Full-time position starting April 1, 2026.
• Standard weekday schedule (detailed timetable provided upon hiring).
• Includes participation in school events and extracurricular activities as required.

Benefits

• Monthly compensation (salary + allowances): 80,000–90,000 THB, depending on Japanese language proficiency.
• Completion bonus equivalent to 200% of one month’s salary.
• Provident fund with school matching contributions up to 3%, payable upon contract completion.
• 40 days of annual paid vacation, plus Thai national holidays.
• Airfare provided for candidates residing outside Thailand.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Visa and work permit arranged and paid for by the school.

Requirements

• Native English speaker holding a valid passport from the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Ireland.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Education from an accredited university (e.g. B.Ed., PGCE, GDipEd, M.Ed.).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), a valid teaching license from home country or a valid Thai teaching license for the contract term.
• Ability to provide original academic documents (degrees, transcripts, teaching licenses) and a university-issued letter verifying enrollment dates and awarded degrees.
• Clean criminal background check from home country or country of residence.

What to include in your application

• Mention that you found this position on eslephant.
• Formal CV or résumé detailing education and teaching experience.
• Confirmation that you meet all listed qualifications.
• Contact details for communication regarding interview scheduling.

Only candidates who fully meet all listed qualifications will be contacted for interviews. Applicants are requested not to contact the school directly due to the volume of applications.