ESL Teaching Pathway in Cambodia

This structured, 9-day, in-country pathway is designed for people who want to move into paid ESL teaching jobs with meaningful support on the ground while reducing the risks of going it alone. It is about turning an existing TESOL, TEFL, or CELTA certification into a paid teaching job in Cambodia.

What's included

Your 9-day pathway is built around real classroom experience in a supportive environment, cultural immersion, and getting established in Cambodia.

Before you arrive

• Guidance on visas, insurance, documentation, and getting set up

During the pathway

• Accommodation for 9 nights: basic private room and private bathroom
• Intensive teaching practicum with an emphasis on actual classroom experience
• 6 hours of real classroom observation
• 6 hours of supervised teaching practice, with feedback on the first 4 hours
• Lesson planning workshops with experienced tutors
• Expert guidance from local trainers and tutors
• Cultural immersion workshop conducted by local staff
• Employment workshop with AVSE's Job Placement Administrator
• Welcome dinner and drinks
• Scenic evening boat cruise on the Tonle Sap River

After the pathway

• Hands-on support transitioning into a paid ESL teaching role
• Guidance on long-term accommodation, career pathways, visa issues, employment contracts, and more

Who this suits

• TESOL / TEFL / CELTA qualified candidates
• Newcomers to teaching English abroad
• Experienced teachers who are new to Cambodia
• Native and non-native English speakers
• People with decent English language skills who are adaptable, culturally sympathetic, and able to commit for 12 months

What you can expect

• Typical starting salaries in Cambodia: USD $800 - $1,200/month
• Around 25 classroom hours per week, Monday to Friday, daytime
• Low cost of living and a relaxed, expat-friendly lifestyle
• Opportunities to extend beyond the initial placement

How it works

This is a supported pathway into paid ESL teaching jobs in Cambodia, designed to help you arrive, get prepared, and move into work with confidence.

A one-off pathway fee of USD $884 applies, covering your 9-day in-country training, accommodation, and structured job placement support.

Full details are provided upfront so you can make an informed decision.

Applications are reviewed, and shortlisted candidates are invited to a Zoom call before enrolment is finalized.

View full details here.

Please apply using the form below.