Teach English in Vietnam

Teach English in Vietnam and enjoy vibrant cities, incredible food, and a strong teaching demand. You’ll be placed at one of our trusted partner schools, gaining real classroom experience while living somewhere that makes it easy to save and explore.

Salary details
Teachers typically earn $1,400–$1,600 USD per month, paid locally.

The school you’ll be placed at
You’ll be placed at a partner school in Vietnam with support from our team. Placements are designed to provide a clear teaching schedule and a supportive setting to build confidence quickly.

Contract length
Most contracts are 9 or 12 months.

Potential savings
Many teachers save around $300–$800 USD per month, depending on lifestyle and location.

Download the brochure
Full details here.

Typically you’ll need:

• Passport: UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand
• Bachelor’s degree in any field
• Native English speaker
• 100% clear criminal record
• Good physical and mental health
• No communicable diseases
• No visible tattoos (face/neck/hands)
• Age 21–55

Your total program cost depends on the option you choose (see the pricing table above).

• In-Class TEFL & Placement
  • Best if you want training + practice before you teach
• Placement Only
  • Perfect if you’re already TEFL/TESOL qualified and want placement + guidance

Discounts & payment flexibility

• Save 10% on the displayed prices when you pay the full program fee upfront at enrollment.
• Prefer to split the cost? Klarna (buy-now-pay-later) is available so you can spread payments over time.

TravelBud is built for people who want more than just a trip abroad - you want it to mean something.

We help you teach, travel, and immerse yourself in a new culture in a way that’s structured, supported, and genuinely impactful. From your first inquiry to your final day in the classroom, you’re never doing this alone.

What You Get With TravelBud

1. Ethical, vetted placements
We partner with trusted schools and organizations that value their teachers and follow fair, sustainable practices. You’re not just thrown into any classroom - your placement is carefully matched and checked.

2. Support from day one (before you even book flights)
You get step-by-step guidance on visas, documents, flights, and what to expect, plus honest advice about whether a program is the right fit for you and your goals.

3. In-country orientation & ongoing help
When you land, you’re welcomed by a team who has been in your shoes. You’ll settle in, learn about the culture, make friends, and know exactly who to call if you need help throughout your stay.

4. Quality teacher training options
Whether you’re brand new to teaching or already certified, there’s a path for you. You can complete an Online TEFL, join in-class training, or use your existing qualifications and go straight into placement.

5. Real cultural immersion, not just surface-level travel
You’ll live like a local, build relationships at your school, and experience daily life in your host country in a way that short trips or tours can’t offer.

6. A community that has your back
From fellow teachers to our support team and alumni network, you’re joining a global community of people who’ve taken the same leap and are ready to share advice, stories, and encouragement.

You bring the curiosity and courage - we’ll bring the structure, guidance, and support to make it all possible.