Teach English in Indonesia

With the Indonesian government investing in higher-quality education to support economic growth, qualified English teachers are in strong demand across the archipelago. To teach English in Indonesia you'll need to be a fluent English speaker who holds both a Bachelor's degree and a TEFL certificate, and who can commit to one relocation year. If you're outgoing, positive and enjoy working with people from a rich, diverse culture, you can use the latest teaching materials and methodologies to build students' confidence in English.

TEFL jobs in Indonesia put you in front of energised kids and teenagers who are genuinely excited to learn and speak English. You'll contribute to and assess their progress and guide both them and their parents. You can do this across a range of locations, from the ancient temples and beaches of Bali to the fast-modernising cities of Java, where most teaching jobs are based. If you'd prefer the digital-nomad lifestyle, Bali has become one of the world's leading bases for teaching English online.

Teaching jobs in Indonesia offer a monthly salary of IDR 12,000,000 – 15,000,000 (around £625 – £780), depending on your location, qualifications and experience. The package also includes a generous annual holiday allowance plus housing, airfare reimbursement, a sponsored legal KITAS work visa valid for 12 months, health insurance, free Bahasa Indonesia lessons and fully funded professional development. With a low cost of living, you'll keep a good portion of your salary to explore Indonesia's 17,508 islands.

A Bachelor's degree is a visa requirement, so you'll need one to teach in Indonesia, though it can be in any subject. Because the market is competitive, holding the right qualifications, fluent English, a TEFL/ESL/CELTA certificate of at least 120 hours and, ideally, some teaching experience, will help you secure your preferred location. That said, there are plenty of nationwide opportunities for newly qualified teachers, from the cities of Java to the volcanic landscapes of the Pacific Ring of Fire.

You'll change the lives of eager students aged from three to eighteen across public and private schools, while exploring an extraordinary variety of tropical locations and landmarks. Thanks to the job rotation scheme, you can teach in many nationwide locations, and a competitive salary of IDR 12,000,000 – 15,000,000 after tax, plus an annual holiday allowance and a low cost of living, makes it easy to travel, save and adventure throughout your contract.