Teach English in Cambodia
One of the most welcoming classrooms you'll ever walk into.
Change your life — and others' — through teaching abroad.
Bring meaning and fulfilment by developing your leadership, teaching, and organisation skills. Let others be grateful for your contribution, while you grow in ways you never expected.
"I went to Thailand chasing a girl. Seventeen years later, we're married with five kids and we've helped over 3,000 teachers do what I did. Teaching abroad doesn't just change your year — it changes your life."
What's included in the Cambodia program
Everything you need to land safely in a paid teaching role — handled personally by our team.
Accredited TEFL Course
Full in-person TEFL certification to prepare you for your first classroom.
Guaranteed Paid Placement
Paid placements in Phnom Penh and beyond, handled by our in-country team.
Open Entry Requirements
One of the most accessible destinations for new TEFL teachers.
A Culture Full of Warmth
The reason so many of our teachers stay longer than they planned.
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Why Cambodia
Cambodia is a gateway into Southeast Asia that opens doors other countries can't. The hiring process is straightforward, the people are genuinely warm, and you'll teach in a culture that values every hour you spend in their classroom.
What teaching in Cambodia is really like
Cambodia has one of the most accessible entry points into teaching English in Asia. The hiring process is straightforward, the documentation simpler than most other destinations, and schools are keen to take on foreign teachers who show up with a proper TEFL certification and a willingness to teach.
TEFL Heaven placements are mainly in private language schools and international schools in Phnom Penh, with some posts in Siem Reap. Class sizes are manageable, students are enthusiastic, and the teaching culture is calm and respectful.
Cambodia is also one of the few Asian countries that is more flexible on the degree requirement — enquire to find out what's possible for your specific situation.
Cities we place teachers in
Placements happen across Cambodia. Here's a taste of the cities our teachers live and work in.
Khmer culture meets a growing international city. Riverfront cafés, French colonial architecture, and the largest teaching market in the country.
A smaller city built around one of the world's great archaeological sites. Growing international school scene.
Beach towns and islands for weekend trips from any of the main cities.
This could be you in a few months.
Enquire now — the this country team will walk you through every step.
What it really costs to live in Cambodia
Honest numbers on what teachers spend and what they save. We never share fees on our website — enquire to get the program pricing directly.
Modern apartments in Phnom Penh; even cheaper outside the capital.
Khmer food is underrated and cheap. Fresh markets, street BBQ, and some of the best fish amok in the world.
Tuk-tuks, motorbikes, and the most affordable petrol in the region.
Cambodia's dollar-based economy makes budgeting simple — most teachers save a portion every month.
What life is really like as a teacher in Cambodia
Cambodia is a country where your time and your presence actually matter to the people around you. Our graduates talk about Cambodia as the posting that changed them — not because it was the biggest or the loudest, but because the relationships felt real.
Weekends are for Angkor temples, Otres beach, or a short hop into Vietnam or Thailand. Expat communities in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap are tight, welcoming, and mostly made up of teachers, NGO workers and long-term travellers.
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Thousands of people sent abroad
Here are some of their stories — straight from teachers who lived it.
FAQ
What's the difference between Cambodia's two programs?
The TEFL Course + Placement Program is for teachers who need certification — you train in-person and then move into a paid placement. The Placement Program is for teachers who are already TEFL/TESOL certified and ready to start teaching.
Do I need a degree to teach English in Cambodia?
Cambodia has more flexibility than most destinations for non-degree holders. Enquire and our team will confirm which placements are available for your background.
How long does it take to get placed?
Placement happens immediately after your TEFL course — you're introduced to schools before you even graduate.
The Cambodia Full Program PDF
When you enquire, we'll send you the full Cambodia program PDF — start dates, what's included, arrival logistics, visa checklist, monthly salary + cost breakdown, and a sample week in the classroom. All the detail we can't put on a public page, sent straight to your inbox.
Send me the PDF →Let's get you teaching in Cambodia.
Enquire now and one of our team will walk you through the next steps — including everything you need to know about the tefl course + placement program / placement program.
No pressure, no commitment — we'll just answer your questions.