Teaching in Thailand 2026
Official Legal Pathways
Family-run agency in Sukhothai placing paid teachers since 2009. 30,000β36,000 THB/month. $0 placement fee. We handle the visa paperwork and send your profile to partner schools.
What KET Files For Every Paid Teacher
Included on paid KET contracts: We file and manage your Non-B visa, teacher's licence (Khurusapha), e-work permit, Thai bank account support, and Non-B extension support while you stay. We also provide full support to close out and cancel those documents when your contract ends.
Teach English in Thailand 2026 β Quick Answers
Kids English Thailand places paid teachers in Thai schools with Non-B visa support and $0 placement fees. Standard paid roles pay 30,000β36,000 THB net per month. A bachelorβs degree is required for paid legal jobs. Non-native speakers with strong English can apply. October 2026 Bangkok pickups: 10, 17 and 24 October. School term starts 2 November 2026.
π΅ How much do teachers earn?
30,000β36,000 THB net per month for standard paid KET roles. Private large-city roles start from 40,000 THB net. Typical living costs in the North range from 15,000β21,000 THB/month, leaving about 9,000 THB leftover each month. Housing is usually a school allowance or an AC studio apartment we help you find during orientation (typical rent 3,000β8,000 THB).
See paid jobs βπ Do I need a degree?
Yes for paid legal jobs. Thailand requires a bachelorβs degree in any field for the Non-B visa and work permit. No degree? Use the volunteer residency or summer internship instead.
Check which path fits βπ Can non-native speakers apply?
Yes. You need a bachelorβs degree and strong English, typically IELTS 6.5+ or TOEIC 860+. Teachers from the Philippines, India, South Africa and Europe are regularly placed.
Non-native requirements βπ What does KET file for teachers?
Non-B, licence, e-work permit & document close-out. We handle your Non-B e-Visa, Khurusapha licence waiver, e-work permit, Thai bank account setup, extensions while you stay, and document cancellation when your contract ends. $0 placement fee.
Visa guide βπ How do I apply?
Use the 2-minute form. We reply within 24β72 hours. October 2026 has three Bangkok pickups: 10, 17 and 24 October.
Apply now βStay One Semester
4β5 months. Same monthly KET pay as a year. $0 placement fee.
October 2026 β March 2027
- Pickups: 10, 17, 24 October 2026
- Classes: 2 November 2026
- Ends: End of March 2027
May β September 2027
- First Pickup: 17 April 2027 (further dates may open)
- Classes: May / June 2027
- Ends: End of September 2027
First-timers: $400 six-night Sukhothai orientation week. Taught in Thailand before: test at HQ (pass and go straight to your apartment).
Payday is the 10th. First October-intake salary is paid on 10 December. Typical leftover is about 9,000 THB/month.
How Placement Works
You apply once. We build a teacher profile, send it to partner schools, and handle the offer, visa, and move if a school selects you.
You apply
2-minute form. We reply within 24β72 hours and tell you which path fits: paid job, TEFL + job, volunteer, or internship.
We build your profile
CV, photos, and a short intro video. This is what Thai schools review first. We tell you exactly how to film the video if you donβt have one.
Schools review you
Your profile goes to partner schools in our network. You are not cold-emailing 50 schools yourself.
You get a written offer
If a school selects you, we send a clear offer: salary, location, hours, housing help, start date. You accept before anything is filed.
We run the paperwork
Non-B e-Visa, digital work permit, Khurusapha registration, background-check instructions, and document checklist. No placement fee.
You arrive and we place you
Bangkok pickup, Sukhothai orientation, school move-in, SIM, photos, apartment check. Support stays on after you start teaching.
β What KET does for a paid teacher
- β Job match with partner schools
- β Teacher profile and intro-video guidance
- β Written school offer before you fly
- β Non-B visa support
- β Digital work permit support
- β License / Khurusapha paperwork
- β Document checklist and background-check guidance
- β Bangkok pickup to Sukhothai
- β Orientation and basic classroom prep
- β Help finding an AC apartment
- β School escort / move-in
- β Line/WhatsApp support after you start
π What you still do
- π Send a real CV and degree
- π Film a short intro video
- π Get a clean police check from your home country
- π Legalize/authenticate your degree when required
- π Show up on the pickup date
Explore K.E.T. Specialized Sub-Hubs.
Select the exact pathway tailored to your credentials, visa status, or institutional goals.
πΌ Verified Paid Jobs
30,000 β 36,000 THB Net Salary1-Year full-time salaried placements with Non-B e-Visa sponsorship, $0 placement fees, and private AC studio housing.
Explore Paid Roles β
β±οΈ One Semester Contract
4β5 Month Paid TermTeach for one term (MayβSep or NovβMar). Same monthly pay rate as a year, $0 placement fee, visa handled, extend if it fits.
One Semester Details β
π Hybrid TEFL Practicum
UK-Accredited CertificationCombine flexible online theory with a 2-week hands-on teaching practicum at our Sukhothai HQ prior to school deployment.
View TEFL Program β
π Non-Native Teachers
C1+ Proficiency PathwayLegal placement for educators from the Philippines, India, South Africa, and Europe holding a Bachelor degree and C1+ English.
Non-Native Requirements β
π€ Volunteer Residency
No Degree RequiredGrassroots community impact roles for gap-year travelers and career-breakers on a legal Non-Immigrant ED Visa pathway.
Volunteer Pathway β
πΈ Summer Internships
Academic University Credit4 to 6-week cultural teaching residencies during peak camp seasons with structured practicum hours and university references.
Explore Internships βOctober 2026 3-Rotation Schedule
To accommodate staggered departure timelines and embassy appointments, K.E.T. operates 3 dedicated October arrival rotations leading up to the November 2, 2026 term commencement.
Bangkok Pickup: Oct 10, 2026
VIP van pick-up from Bangkok's Mochit 2 Terminal on October 10th. Complete Sukhothai orientation and relocate to your permanent AC apartment by October 15, 2026.
Bangkok Pickup: Oct 17, 2026
VIP van pick-up from Bangkok's Mochit 2 Terminal on October 17th. Complete Sukhothai orientation and relocate to your permanent AC apartment by October 22, 2026.
Bangkok Pickup: Oct 24, 2026
VIP van pick-up from Bangkok's Mochit 2 Terminal on October 24th. Complete Sukhothai orientation and relocate to your permanent AC apartment by October 29, 2026.
ποΈ May Term 1 Reference: First pickup on 17 April 2027 (further dates may open). Classes start May/June 2027.
Why Degree Holders
Partner With K.E.T.
Navigate the 2026 e-Visa transition with confidence. We manage the mandatory WP3 pre-approvals, Biometric Iris Scan scheduling, and ThaID app verification required by the Department of Employment for a legal teaching deployment.
Quantitative Savings
Placements in high-affordability Northern provinces allow for leftover income of about 9,000 THB each month after living costs. Your contract is backed by a verified network and 80% renewal rate.
2026 Digital Transition
K.E.T. provides physical provincial escorts to manage your Section 60 Digital Work Permit. We ensure your ThaID app setup and Biometric Iris Scan are successful, avoiding the common pitfalls of the legacy system.
Heartland Affordability
Relocate to authentic Northern Thailand where living costs range from 15,000 to 21,000 THB monthly. This high-affordability lifestyle in provinces like Phetchabun ensures a superior work-life balance.
Stickerless Non-B e-Visa
Our legal team manages 100% of your stickerless e-Visa application and Khurusapha license waivers. We handle the digital paperwork so you can focus on your cultural immersion and classroom deployment.
Essential Candidate App Toolkit
Set up your digital utilities before landing. Connect directly with K.E.T. coordinators and streamline your relocation FX transfers.
The K.E.T. Soft-Landing.
Orientation at our Sukhothai base is the defining K.E.T. experience. We provide a cultural and logistical safety net from BKK to your new home province.
5G Connectivity
Permanent Thai SIM + 1 month internet provided on Day 0.
Pro Studio Photos
Organized sessions for visa, work permit, and license specs.
Dietary Meals
Personalized lunch & dinner based on your dietary requirements.
VIP Hub Pick-up
Private van from BKK Mochit 2 terminal to Sukhothai HQ.
Provincial Move-in
Personal escort on Day 6 to check utilities, Wi-Fi, and keys.
24/7 Guidance
Direct access to 20+ year veterans for system & culture advice.
Educator
Success Stories.
Direct experiences from our verified educators living and teaching across Northern Thailand.
"The K.E.T. team are very thoughtful, approachable, and always ready to assist. They ensure we are properly taken care of by our employers."
"Teaching with K.E.T. is an incredible experience. The support is invaluable, and the cultural immersion allows me to experience traditions firsthand."
"I love exploring small cities where living costs are low. Having a reliable team handle my visa and housing made all the difference!"
Teaching Beyond the
Tourism Centers.
Choosing the Northern Heartland over tourism centers maximizes your financial and cultural gain. Northern winters drop to 5Β°C, requiring tactical wardrobe adjustments for mountain commutes.
Phetchabun
Experience mountain living in the cloud forests of Phu Thap Boek.
Tak
A peaceful border province famous for national parks and trekking.
Phitsanulok
The academic heart of the North near Riverside night markets.
88% of K.E.T. educators are successfully placed in their first-choice province.
Check 2026 Availability π
K.E.T. Family Legacy,
Local Authority.
Led by the K.E.T. Family (Mum and Matthew John), we are a family-run agency in Sukhothai with roots in Ban Lum since 1945. We have successfully placed over 1,500 teachers into verified academic roles since our agency was founded in 2009.
The K.E.T. Expert Collective
The K.E.T. Family has led education in Sukhothai for generations. Our collective team manages every aspect of your deployment: from legal e-filing to local provincial integration.
K.E.T. Family Roots
RECRUITING SINCE 2009We bridge community trust in Ban Lum since 1945 with modern 2026 digital standards to ensure your placement is legally secure.
Mum
A Ban Lum native for 80+ years. Mum ensures our verified family values remain the cornerstone of our provincial network.
Matthew John
A 20 year veteran providing 24/7 direct guidance to every educator on Thai culture, system navigation, and professional growth.
Miss Lukpaa
Expert in Section 60 compliance. Lukpaa manages Non-B e-Visas and Khurusapha OnePlatform registration cycles.
Miss Kee
Manager of the Provident Fund model. Kee ensures full financial security and local banking ground support for all teachers.
Miss Mai
Expert in Active Learning pedagogy. Mai leads training for the 7-module curriculum and basic Thai language immersion.
The Educator Knowledge Hub.
As an open-source information hub, K.E.T. provides the exact legal foundation needed to thrive in the 2026 digital-first landscape.
Open-Source
Relocation Intel.
Every educator has free access to our definitive online guide: a total immersion manual for a seamless transition into the Kingdom.
- β DIY Visa Run Update (2026)
- β Digital Arrival Card Walkthrough
- β Local Banking & 5G SIM Setup
2026 Source of Truth FAQs.
Clear, transparent answers regarding legal compliance, salaries, and October 2026 orientation schedules.
Is a degree mandatory for 2026?
Yes. A Bachelor Degree is strictly mandatory for the 2026 TCT P-License foundation. This credential allows K.E.T. to register you on the Khurusapha OnePlatform for the mandatory 7-module professional training. Without a verified degree, a legal Non-B e-Visa and Biometric Digital Work Permit cannot be issued under current mandates.
What does KET file for teachers on paid contracts?
On paid KET contracts, we file and coordinate your Non-B visa, teacher's licence waiver (Khurusapha), e-work permit, Thai bank account setup, Non-B extension support during your stay, and full support to close out and cancel those documents when your contract ends.
Can I teach for just one semester?
Yes. We offer paid 4β5 month one-semester contracts for MayβSeptember or NovemberβMarch terms. You earn the same monthly KET salary rate as a full year, with $0 placement fees and full visa support. Read complete details on our One Semester Page.
What are the October 2026 orientation pickup dates?
For the October 2026 intake, K.E.T. operates 3 staggered Bangkok Mochit 2 terminal pickups: Rotation 1 on Oct 10, Rotation 2 on Oct 17, and Rotation 3 on Oct 24. All rotations allow teachers to move into their permanent AC studio housing prior to the November 2, 2026 school term start.
Can I apply if I am already abroad?
Absolutely. If you are already working abroad or traveling, you do not need to return to your home country to process your 2026 deployment. Most educators can execute a regional mission to Laos for their Non-B e-Visa. However, restricted nationalities are legally required to return to their home country for embassy processing.
How does the Visa Run to Laos work?
The regional deployment strategy often involves landing on a Visa Exemption and then traveling to Vientiane or Savannakhet for your official Non-B stamp. K.E.T. provides a specific 2026 roadmap for this mission. You can find our complete protocol in the DIY Laos Visa Run Guide.
What is the realistic monthly leftover income?
On a standard KET public school salary of 30,000β36,000 THB net, typical living expenses in the Northern Heartland range from 15,000β21,000 THB/month. This leaves about 9,000 THB leftover each month after rent, utilities, and daily dining.
Do I need a TEFL certification?
A 120-hour TEFL is not a legal requirement, but it is a significant advantage for your 2026 deployment. Having one allows the K.E.T. team to build upon your foundation more effectively during orientation rather than starting from zero. We focus on real-world practicums in authentic communities to ensure your professional confidence.
What is the TDAC Digital Mandate?
The paper TM6 is obsolete. Every educator flying into Thailand must register for the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) between 48 to 72 hours before their flight. For a detailed walkthrough of the new biometric registration system, visit our Official TDAC Guide.
How does the K.E.T. Family support me?
You are not a number; you are family. We provide direct support: if you encounter logistical friction, the management team is available via Line for immediate guidance. We personally escort you to your provincial labor office and settle you into your studio apartment.
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