For English Classroom Teachers

ClassForward connects qualified foreign teachers with government, private, and international schools across Thailand, with a strong focus on the North East region. Schools hire teachers directly under the school’s contract, and ClassForward supports you through recruitment, arrival, and your first year on the job.

We were created as an alternative to “send-and-forget” agencies. Our approach is selective, transparent, and built by educators who understand real classrooms.

We recruit full-time roles based on partner school needs, including:

• Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary teaching roles

• Homeroom, subject teaching, and English programme positions (varies by school)

• Placements in Thai government schools, private schools, and international schools

Availability depends on school demand, your qualifications, and your teaching profile.

North East Thailand offers a lifestyle many teachers prefer long-term:

• Lower cost of living than major tourist cities

• Friendly, community-based culture

• Less congestion and a calmer daily routine

• Easier saving potential compared to high-expense locations

• Access to local travel, food culture, and authentic Thailand

If you want a stable teaching experience rather than a tourist lifestyle, the North East is often the best fit.

The services below reflect what is formally covered in the ClassForward Teacher Service & Representation Agreement.

Pre-Employment and Recruitment Support

• Screening and matching with partner schools

• CV review and consultation

• Interview coordination and preparation

• Document verification (degrees, transcripts, police checks, references)

Legal and Document Guidance

• Guidance on documents required for visa and work permit processing

• Collection and verification support for submissions

• Instructions for legalization, translations, and compliance procedures

• Coordination support (note: the employer school submits documents to the Ministry of Labor)

Arrival and Onboarding Support

• Airport pickup upon arrival in Thailand

• Transportation to temporary or assigned accommodation

• Assistance locating suitable long-term housing near the school

• Assistance setting up a SIM card/mobile service

• Assistance opening a Thai bank account 

• Local orientation (transportation, shopping, safety, community norms)

Ongoing Professional Support

• Year-round advisory support for minor personal, cultural, and workplace issues

• Mediation between teacher and school when appropriate

• One formal lesson observation per academic year by Master’s-degree-qualified educators

• Written feedback and growth planning

• Access to training, professional development, and teaching resources

• Emergency or welfare support when reasonably required

To protect schools, students, and your professional standing, teachers placed through ClassForward must meet basic compliance and professional expectations, including:

• Provide authentic, verifiable documents (degrees, transcripts, references, police clearances, identification)

• Comply with Thai laws (immigration, labor, child protection regulations)

• Follow professional standards required by the partner school

• Maintain professional conduct and appropriate behaviour

• Respect Thai culture and school norms

• Avoid illegal substances and misconduct

• Maintain modest and professional social media behaviour

• Uphold child protection standards

Visa, Work Permit, and Legal Requirements:

• The hiring school is legally responsible for work permit and visa sponsorship

• Teachers are responsible for completing required background checks

• Teachers are responsible for obtaining necessary authentications before arrival

• Teachers are responsible for paying government fees unless the school states otherwise

• ClassForward’s role is limited to guidance, document preparation support, and coordination