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TEFL Jobs in Asia: 45 Recruiters and Job Boards (2026)

45 recruiters and job boards: updated October 2026

TEFL jobs in Asia

The recruiters and job boards our graduates use to find teaching jobs in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Thailand and Vietnam, plus 6 online teaching companies. Pick a country to compare pay and requirements, then apply directly.

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TEFL jobs in China

The world's largest TEFL market, with jobs from kindergartens to universities. Most roles are at private language schools teaching children, and schools usually sponsor your work visa.

Read our China guide
  • Pay$1,300 to $2,600 a month
  • You needDegree, 120-hour TEFL, clean record
  • VisaZ work visa
  • Often includedHousing or allowance, flights
TC

Teast China

Job board

An Asia-focused job board (the name blends "Teaching" and "East") with roles posted by schools and recruiters.

Apply
KC

Korvia China

Recruiter

A long-running Asia recruiter that places teachers in vetted schools and helps with the visa process.

Apply
CT

China Teach Jobs

Job board

A frequently updated list of English teaching jobs across China, from young learners to adults.

Apply
DS

Dave's ESL Cafe China

Job board

Running since 1995, Dave's ESL Cafe is a classic jobs board and resource site for ESL teachers.

Apply
GS

Gold Star Teachers

Recruiter

Hand-picked schools they've worked with for over 10 years, all with clear contracts and legal work visas.

Apply
CB

China By Teaching

Job board

Kindergarten to adult teaching jobs across China, with plenty of choice.

Apply
EC

eChinaCities

Job board

One of China's largest English-language sites for expats, with thousands of jobs for foreigners.

Apply
E1

English 1

School chain

A language school group with schools across China and Indonesia, running for over 30 years.

Apply
TE

Teach English in China

Placement program

A UK-based organizer of school and family placements since 2005, with over 1,500 people placed.

Apply

TEFL jobs in Taiwan

Steady work in cram schools (buxiban), kindergartens and public schools, in a safe and friendly place to live.

  • PayAbout NT$55,000 to NT$70,000 a month
  • You needUsually a degree, TEFL preferred
  • VisaWork permit and resident card
  • Often includedHelp finding housing
KT

Korvia Taiwan

Recruiter

A long-running Asia recruiter placing teachers in vetted schools across Taiwan.

Apply
TE

TEALIT

Job board

Everything for teaching English in Taiwan: jobs, housing and advice, from kindergarten to adults.

Apply
TT

Teast Taiwan

Job board

Teast's Taiwan job board, with roles posted by schools and recruiters.

Apply
TF

Taiwan Foreign English Teacher Program

Government program

The Ministry of Education's program placing foreign English teachers and teaching assistants in public schools.

Apply

TEFL jobs in Hong Kong

The highest pay in the region, but also high rent. Many roles suit teachers with some experience.

  • PayAbout HK$20,000 to HK$40,000+ a month
  • You needDegree, plus teacher training for the NET Scheme
  • VisaEmployment visa
  • Good to knowRent is high, so check the package
NS

NET Scheme (Education Bureau)

Government program

The government's Native-speaking English Teacher Scheme for public primary and secondary schools, recruited every year.

Apply
HK

Hong Kong Teaching Jobs

Job board

Teaching jobs gathered from Times Education and TES. Best for teachers with some experience.

Apply
JH

JobsDB Hong Kong

Job board

Hong Kong's big general jobs site, with a search for English teacher roles.

Apply

TEFL jobs in Japan

Assistant language teacher (ALT) roles in public schools, plus English conversation schools (eikaiwa) and kindergartens. Students are often shy at first and stronger at reading than speaking.

Read our Japan guide
  • PayAbout ¥250,000 to ¥300,000 a month
  • You needDegree, 120-hour TEFL
  • VisaInstructor or Specialist in Humanities visa
  • Good to knowSchool year starts in April
AE

AEON

School chain

A large English conversation school chain. You need a bachelor's degree and a strong command of English.

Apply
TT

Tamaki TEFL Recruitment

Recruiter

Founded in 2015 by Tomoko Tamaki, placing hundreds of teachers in Japan, China, Taiwan and Saudi Arabia.

Apply
In

Interac

Recruiter

Founded in 1972, Japan's largest private provider of assistant language teachers to public schools.

Apply
GJ

GaijinPot Jobs

Job board

The go-to site for living and working in Japan, with teaching jobs for all ages updated regularly.

Apply
Ga

Gaba

School chain

Japan's leading provider of one-to-one English lessons, with a flexible schedule system.

Apply
YJ

YOLO JAPAN

Job board

A job site for non-Japanese job seekers, searchable by location and type of job.

Apply
NO

NOVA

School chain

Schools all over Japan, from Hokkaido to Okinawa, with training plus housing and visa support.

Apply
EC

ECC

School chain

A major school chain with training, a competitive package and its own curriculum and materials.

Apply
HC

Heart Corporation

Recruiter

Places teachers in schools across Japan, with support for life in Japan.

Apply

TEFL jobs in South Korea

Great for saving money, with free housing and flights common. Choose public schools for shorter hours or private academies (hagwons) for more choice.

Read our South Korea guide
  • Pay$1,670 to $2,000 a month
  • You needDegree, passport from an English-speaking country
  • VisaE-2 visa
  • Often includedFree housing, flights, health insurance
KK

Korvia Korea

Recruiter

A long-running Asia recruiter placing teachers in public schools and academies across Korea.

Apply
DS

Dave's ESL Cafe Korea

Job board

The classic ESL jobs board, with a busy section for Korea.

Apply
TK

Teast Korea

Job board

Teast's South Korea job board, with roles posted by schools and recruiters.

Apply
OR

OK Recruiting

Recruiter

19 years of placing English teachers across Korea, with full E-2 visa and relocation support.

Apply
ET

ESL Teaching Job in Asia

Recruiter

Connects teachers with top-rated schools in Korea and China.

Apply
ER

ESL ROK

Recruiter

A recruiter for English teaching jobs in Korea.

Apply
Go

Gone2Korea

Recruiter

Places degree holders from the UK, US, Canada, Ireland, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, with or without experience.

Apply
TE

TEIK

Recruiter

Places college graduates in public elementary schools and private schools with a record of honoring their contracts.

Apply
PE

Planet ESL

Recruiter

Over 15 years of placements, working with approved schools only.

Apply
KH

Korean Horizons

Recruiter

An official EPIK recruiter that also recruits for the Gyeongnam and Chungnam education offices, all year round.

Apply
PE

Park English

Recruiter

A recruiter that guides you through every step of moving to Korea.

Apply
Wo

WorknPlay

Job board

Regularly updated jobs across Korea, including Seoul and Busan.

Apply

TEFL jobs in Thailand

English Programs in Thai schools, language schools and international schools, in one of the friendliest places to start teaching.

Read our Thailand guide
  • Pay30,000 to 50,000 baht ($900 to $1,500)
  • You needDegree for the work visa, 120-hour TEFL
  • VisaNon-Immigrant B visa
  • Good to knowLow cost of living
TT

Teast Thailand

Job board

Teast's Thailand job board, with roles posted by schools and recruiters.

Apply
BF

BFITS

Recruiter

Placing teachers in more than 25 private and government schools across Thailand since 2002.

Apply
Aj

Ajarn

Job board

Running since 1999 and one of the biggest job boards for teachers in Thailand.

Apply
KT

Kru Teacher

Job board

A large jobs site for foreign teachers in Thailand, with visa advice and blogs.

Apply

TEFL jobs in Vietnam

A booming market with jobs all year in language centers and schools. Job hunting in person often works better than applying online.

  • Pay$1,200 to $2,000 a month
  • You needDegree, 120-hour TEFL, background check
  • VisaWork permit
  • Good to knowLow costs and great street food
CP

Career Plus

Recruiter

Started in 2017 as a charity giving free English lessons to children in Hanoi, and now hires teachers.

Apply
VT

Vietnam Teaching Jobs

Job board

A job board for expats, with jobs from kindergarten to adults.

Apply
TV

Teast Vietnam

Job board

Teast's Vietnam job board, with roles posted by schools and recruiters.

Apply
Li

LinkedIn

Job board

Plenty of Vietnam ESL posts, many from recruiters. Check who's posting before you apply.

Apply

Online TEFL jobs

Not ready to move abroad, or don't have a degree yet? Teach students in Asia from home. You don't need a work visa, but always check the rules for where you live.

PE

Polly English

Online company

Online lessons for students aged 3 to 18 in Asia.

Apply
Pr

Preply

Online company

Set your own price and timetable. Best if you're happy to market yourself.

Apply
Li

Lingora

Online company

Video and audio lessons with Korean students.

Apply
NC

Native Camp

Online company

Japan-based, teaching students of all ages in short lessons.

Apply
RG

Really Great Teachers

Online company

Recruits home-based teachers for online language schools.

Apply
En

Engoo

Online company

One-to-one lessons with students in Japan and Taiwan.

Apply

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FAQ

Teaching English in Asia: your questions

Where in Asia can I teach English?

The biggest markets are China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Vietnam and Thailand, with Hong Kong for more experienced teachers. This page lists 45 recruiters and job boards across all seven, plus 6 online teaching companies.

Which country in Asia pays English teachers the most?

Hong Kong usually pays the most, but rent is high. South Korea and China are often the best for saving, because many jobs include free housing or a housing allowance and flights.

Do I need a degree to teach English in Asia?

For a work visa, almost always. China, South Korea, Japan, Thailand and Vietnam all ask for a bachelor's degree, and Taiwan usually does. Without a degree, online teaching is the easiest place to start.

Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach in Asia?

Most schools and recruiters ask for a 120-hour TEFL certificate, and China and Vietnam generally need one for the work visa. It also helps you stand out and get ready for your first classes.

Do recruiters charge teachers a fee?

Reputable recruiters are usually free for teachers, because schools pay them. Be careful with any recruiter that asks you to pay a placement fee.

When should I apply for teaching jobs in Asia?

Private schools and language centers hire all year. Japan's school year starts in April, South Korea's public school intakes are in spring and fall, and China's semesters start around September and February, so apply two to four months before.

Is the TEFLmasters certificate accepted in Asia?

Yes. Our courses are accredited by OTCAC, and graduates have used their certificates for teaching visas in South Korea, China, Vietnam, Thailand and Taiwan. Certificates can be notarized and apostilled.

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