
Lauren Borrelli
Projects Abroad
AlumniI wanted to see a different part of the world. Coming from a privileged family in the United States, I wanted to know what it was like to live in thir...
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International TEFL Academy
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Want to get paid to live in the heart of Southeast Asia? By earning your accredited TEFL certification with International TEFL Academy, you can teach English in Cambodia or 80+ countries worldwide. Known for its scenic beauty, rich history, and lively cities, Cambodia is one of few Asian nations w
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No teaching experience or degree is needed for this program; full TEFL training is included! After the airport pick-up, you'll have a one-week jam-packed orientation that includes a cycling Temple Tour and a trip to the floating market at Tonle Sap Lake, plus some teaching practice at local NGOs to
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservatio
myTEFL
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With a booming economy and breathtaking scenery, there's every reason to teach in Cambodia! Join our Teach in Cambodia Program, offering comprehensive assistance throughout your ESL journey. From the initial click on the enroll button to contract completion, we're here for you. The journey begins
TravelBud
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Are you seeking meaningful travel? Cambodia offers incredible authenticity and unparalleled experiences. You can delve into the ancient world of temples, the tropical paradise on the coastline, or the bustling, arty capital. Cambodia is one of the only countries in Asia where you can legally teach w
TEFL Heaven
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TEFL Heaven offers you a chance to teach in Cambodia, one of the most exciting teaching destinations globally. With its rapid economic growth, the country's demand for English teachers has been on the rise, which also comes with competitive salaries for our teachers. Thus, we provide guaranteed job
FutureSense Foundation
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Length: 4-6 months | Intakes: January Join the Global Leadership Programme, designed to provide you with hands-on experience supporting the work of an international development charity. We are looking for passionate graduates, who are keen to learn about global challenges, work with youth and defin
Teaching in Cambodia is rewarding and eye-opening, but success begins with clear goals, defining your purpose, expectations, and what you hope to gain.
Living and teaching in Cambodia is an adventure that expands your worldview and transforms your perspective.
Before departure, keep a few practical tips in mind to arrive prepared and confident for your teaching job in Cambodia.
Cambodia offers diverse teaching environments, from lively cities to tranquil countryside towns. Each destination offers its own pace, personality, and perks for international educators.
Phnom Penh, the energetic capital, is the heart of Cambodia’s education scene. The city offers countless teaching jobs abroad, a vibrant expat community, and a rich history—balancing French architecture, Buddhist temples, and a modern café culture.
Siem Reap is Cambodia’s cultural gem and gateway to Angkor Wat. Teachers here enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, affordable living, and a strong sense of community, surrounded by ancient ruins and vibrant street markets.
Battambang is Cambodia’s artistic heart, known for its laid-back charm, colonial architecture, and growing creative community. Teaching in Battambang offers a quieter lifestyle and meaningful cultural immersion, where educators can engage with local students, support community projects, and experience authentic Cambodian daily life away from the tourist crowds.
Your journey begins with finding the right match, getting certified, and preparing to relocate. Here’s how to make your teaching adventure in Cambodia a reality.
Use GoAbroad’s Online Advisor to get paired with teaching jobs in Cambodia that fit your experience, interests, and goals. It’s the easiest way to discover schools and programs tailored to you.
Sign up for MyGoAbroad to compare different teaching opportunities and read reviews from other teachers. You’ll get a clearer picture of what to expect from each program before applying.
Cambodia offers flexible contracts for teachers at every stage of life.
Finances shouldn’t be a barrier. Try creating a campaign on FundMyTravel to reach friends, family, and supporters who can help you fund your Cambodian adventure.
Head to your chosen program’s page on GoAbroad and click “Apply Now” to start your journey. Submit your documents, prepare for your interview, and get ready to teach in one of Southeast Asia’s friendliest countries.
Check your visa and passport, book your flight, secure travel insurance, and sort out your accommodation details. Once your essentials are in order, you’re ready to begin your unforgettable teaching journey in Cambodia!
Get answers to the questions travelers ask most
Foreign teachers in Cambodia typically earn a monthly salary ranging from $800 to $2,000, depending on factors such as qualifications, experience, and the institution.
Teaching English in Cambodia can be worth it for the cultural experience and relatively low cost of living, but salaries vary, and it's essential to research schools and consider personal preferences.
Cambodia is generally considered safe for tourists; however, like in any country, it's advisable to take standard safety precautions and stay informed about local conditions.
Yes, you need a visa to teach in Cambodia. Typically, teachers obtain an Ordinary Visa (E-type visa) or a Business Visa (E-type visa) to work legally in the country.
To find a teaching job in Cambodia, check online job boards, contact language schools directly, use networking opportunities, and explore websites like GoAbroad.com for job listings.
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It was very easy to go through the application process, complete all the steps, and be ready to volunteer in Costa Rica. All the support we received throughout the process made sure that we felt safe, prepared, and were making an impact on the local community. I would highly recommend IVHQ, and hope to do future volunteer missions with them.
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
I had an amazing experience with International Volunteer HQ in Ecuador. Everything was well organized from the beginning, and I felt supported throughout the entire program. The local team was welcoming, helpful, and always available when needed. I especially appreciated the opportunity to immerse myself in the local culture, meet wonderful people, and contribute through volunteering. It was an unforgettable experience, and I would definitely recommend IVHQ to anyone looking for a meaningful experience abroad.
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
My experience in Hua Hin teaching children was truly amazing. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and supported by a wonderful team. Special thanks to Hannah Yule, Tukkie Khudseesai, and Noah, the coordinator of my teaching team, who made the experience even more enjoyable and well organized. Teaching the children was incredibly rewarding, and the environment was positive, friendly, and motivating every day. The accommodation provided was very comfortable, and the food was also excellent throughout my stay. Overall, this was a memorable and enriching experience that I would highly recommend to anyone interested in volunteering and teaching in Hua Hin.
Program: Train & Teach in Cambodia
Promising and when given an opportunity, with my interpersonal skills, adoptability, accountability and time management am sure Cambodian children are to get what they need in education for an effect.
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
I spent three weeks volunteering at Salariin Kampuchea Learning Center in Siem Reap, where I helped teach English to younger students and supported the development of their social media presence. It was one of the most enriching experiences I’ve ever had. Some days were more challenging than others—adapting to a new environment and finding ways to communicate across cultures. But what I’ll carry with me, more than anything, is the deep sense of connection I felt with the people. I can confidently say I’ve grown and learned so much, and that’s something I’ll always be grateful for. Living and working within the local community gave me a complete perspective shift. I was struck by their warmth and generosity, and the quiet strength with which they face life. From the very beginning, I felt welcomed. The children, the staff, and my host family made me feel included from the start, making it easy to feel at home throughout my time there
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
The programme insured that whilst getting my teaching experience, I learnt loads about the history of the children in this area. It has been the most eye opening experience and I am so grateful to have been part of it, I will be back!! The team were super supportive and ensured we were safe at all times. This was my first time solo travelling and I felt confident to flourish and be adventurous in the beautiful South Africa!

As fresh graduate I taught for 4 months in Mama dhai intermediate schoolin 2023.However in 2024 I taught for 8months in private teaching center in my town, currently I teach students in my private teaching class.

Program: Accredited Level 5 TEFL Course Online | Teach Worldwide
Since I have just started the course, I cannot really give a complete review yet. So far it's been quite challenging, but in a good way. Lessons are clear and have options for all types of learners. Instructions are thorough and easy to understand. During assessments there are question amplifiers which are a great help in answering the questions. It is easy to focus since you can do it at any time that is convenient for you. I just wish that there were more options for people living in different countries in terms of the time schedules of the Zoom meetings. I live in Asia, and the time schedule of the Zoom meeting are at around 2am in my time, so it will be impossible for me to attend since I also have a full time day job. Other than that, great course! I am excited to continue and get to my goal!
Program: Accredited Level 5 TEFL Course Online | Teach Worldwide
I did the 180 hour TEFL course and a few other little important courses with the TEFL Institute before going on my very interesting internship in Spain. The experience of these courses and the Volunteering contract in a Spanish school was an amazing opportunity and a great experience for me. Since doing these courses, I would like to thank the TEFL team for their serious attitude and professionalism during the course and program. I can only be positif and advise people to use this TEFL Institute to do their work placements or interships or even doing any type of course that they may need for their future. It was amazing, thank you again. I would recommend you anytime to anybody.
Program: Accredited Level 5 TEFL Course Online | Teach Worldwide
Taking the decision to enroll in the TEFL level 5 course with the TEFL Institute was one of the best decisions to take because it not only provided me with the knowledge that I needed but also enabled me to get that knowledge at my own pace while being supported and assisted by the team throughout the course and after it. What I appreciate the most about the TEFL Institute how responsive and supportive the team is; even though my course ended, I still have all my questions answered in no time. Thank you for existing!
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
I volunteered along with my girlfriend to teach English at Emerging Voices in Cartagena, Colombia from Nov-Dec of 2019. The experience overall was amazing. We got to work with lots of different groups of people, from young children living in a poor neighborhood to teenagers learning skills related to the hospitality industry, to adults whose English was very good, but they just lacked the confidence to use it. I also enjoyed the ability to visit other projects at Emerging Voices such as the project to feed and spend time with the homeless and the sports development project that worked with kids living in a Drug Rehabilitation Centre. One of the highlights was definitely meeting all of the other volunteers. Programs like these bring out great people and we had a ton of fun hanging out with people coming from all over North America. My other highlight was definitely the food! Sophie was our local Colombian chef and she made the most amazing meals every day. I was always excited for mealtime! She also kept the house impeccably clean and even made our beds every day; what an amazing lady! I also enjoyed working with Monica who is the program owner. She is a very inspiring woman and a kind soul. We happened to be there during a transitional time for Emerging Voice so that meant we had lots of different volunteers, but also lots of different coordinators. We had three different teaching coordinators during our 4-week stay. One consistent throughout though was Lao. He worked with the childcare program, but he was the only constant in the volunteer house for the entire time that we were there and he made our experience that much better with his kindness and light-hearted nature. The last thing that I really enjoyed was the location of the volunteer house. It was located in the safe neighborhood of Crespo; it was only a 5-minute walk to the beach and only a 10-minute cab to downtown so it was truly perfect! All in it was an amazing experience and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking to give back and also push themselves a little out of their comfort zone!


Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
I volunteered in the Teaching Program with IVHQ in Muizenberg, Cape Town, South Africa for 2 weeks with my girlfriend. For the accommodation, I was placed with 4 other boys in the room where I had my own bed and closet space. A girls room was next to us and each of the boys and girls had separate bathrooms. Also a kitchen and common living room were available. On the weekdays, we were given 3 meals per day from breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The food was carbohydrate heavy and sufficient for the stay as enough food was available for everyone with specific diet requirements cooked accordingly upon request. The housekeeper was very polite as well. For a volunteering program, it was really more than you need and a great place to stay. For the volunteering program, we were placed in Steenberg Primary School assisting a teacher with 30 Grade R kids. The kids were very cute and super fun as they are hyper all the time. We would help them with the class assignment, play with them in the playground, and assess them basic color matching and mathematics numbering exercises. The classroom had the basic amenities needed for the school year. We even left our mark with a painting on the classroom wall! It was an amazing experience and one that we will definitely go through again. A driver from the program picked us up and dropped us off back to the accommodation every school day. He was usually always on time. For the city, there are abundant activities to choose from. We were lucky to have done shark cage diving, a safari, and skydiving as main attractions. Other activities were hiking Table Mountain through the Skeleton Gorge trail, visiting the beautiful city of Cape Town and exploring it, surfing, visiting Boulders Beach where penguins are found and the most South Western point of the African continent in Cape of Good Hope as well as many other activities. This experience is truly one that will be missed and I hope to have a similar one next time!
Hi Ralph, it is great to hear from you and that you really enjoyed your time in South Africa. It is always pleasing to hear that you got along with the children so well and took part on some awesome tourist activities! Thanks for volunteering with IVHQ! Acacia - IVHQ Program Manager.
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
I've had an amazing time volunteering with IVHQ (and the green lion) for two weeks in the Philippines. The location is remote (2h from Puerto Princess City), but that adds to the experience of disconnecting completely and helping the local community of Tigman Village. There are a few different programs, and therefore quite some other volunteers - nice to meet people for sure. I've taught English, Maths and Science at the local school in Tigman Village, at grades between 2 - 6. The kids are great; they love your attention and are eager to learn.
Hey Colin, thanks for taking the time to provide your review of the Philippines program. It's awesome to hear you embraced the remoteness of the program and enjoyed disconnecting from the world. I hope you can volunteer with IVHQ again in the future. Sean - IVHQ Program Manager.
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
I was super nervous before going on my solo adventure to Antigua, Guatemala. However, as soon as I arrived I felt anxiously excited and yet still very peaceful. Everyone involved in the program was nice and welcoming. They set me up in a great home with great people and I really enjoyed my project. I learned so much about myself and really grew as an independent person. I can't wait to go on another trip with IVHQ!



We very much appreciate you sharing this review about your time in Guatemala. It was nice to read that you felt so welcomed on your solo adventure and that you were set up in a great homestay with friendly people! Also, thank you for your suggestions on how we could improve the program, we certainly do our best but love volunteer's insights as this helps us make our programs even better! Once again thank you for the awesome review and just as you can't wait to go on another IVHQ volunteer trip, we can't wait to have you join us again! ^Aydan - IVHQ Guatemala Program Manager
Program: Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
I can not say enough about this experience. The Green Lion organization that I worked with through IVHQ were incredible. The placement was great, small village that was very accepting of foreigners, students that were hard to leave, and our residence was relaxing with incredible food. I would highly recommend both IVHQ and The Green Lion!
Hi Karin, it's great to hear you enjoyed your time in Laos and the true Laotian experience you receive there! We're looking forward to having you return to Laos or maybe one of our other destinations! ^Will - IVHQ Laos Program Manager
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