BIG ADVENTURE. REAL CONNECTION.
Teach English
in Taiwan.
Make it your
next chapter.
A classroom to make a difference in. An island to make yourself at home on. Explore teaching at a private cram school in Taiwan, with practical guidance from someone who’s been there.
To apply through Teach in Taiwan, you must hold both a passport and a degree from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Ireland. We cannot accept applications through this service if either your passport or your degree is from a country outside this list.
Free for teachers · No obligation · A personal conversation
01 / LIFE BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Come for the teaching.
Stay curious about everything.
Teaching abroad is about more than the school day. In Taiwan, your new routine might include breakfast from a neighbourhood stall, Mandarin practice on the way home, and a weekend spent following a mountain trail.
Everyday life worth exploring
Night markets, little tea shops and streets lined with temples give you plenty of reasons to take the long way home. Build a life here at your own pace.
Room for a new perspective
Practise Mandarin in real conversations, learn from your students and discover how much a familiar routine can change in a new place.
An island beyond your city
Coastlines, forested hills and lively cities offer very different ways to spend your time off. Choose a school and schedule that leave space for the life you want.
02 / FIND YOUR CLASSROOM
Private cram school jobs in Taiwan:
a fresh start, with support.
You don’t need teaching experience to get started. We work with private cram schools that provide training, with visa and housing support to help you make the move—and the opportunity to build your savings along the way.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Your first classroom.
All training provided.
You don’t need to have taught before. All training is provided to help you prepare for the classroom and start your new role with confidence. You’ll still need to meet our passport and degree requirements.
Check who can apply ↓THE OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE
Enjoy life in Taiwan.
Put something aside.
Teaching at a private cram school can give you the opportunity to enjoy life in Taiwan while building your savings. What you save will depend on your pay, rent and lifestyle—we’ll help you consider the whole picture.
Explore living costs ↓VISA & HOUSING SUPPORT
A new country.
Help getting settled.
Visa and housing support is provided as part of your move. Get help with the practical steps, from preparing your visa application to finding a place to live, so you don’t have to work it all out alone.
Talk to us about your move ↗03 / YOUR TAIWAN FIELD GUIDE
A big move.
Let’s make the details clearer.
Start with the questions that matter: whether you can apply through us, what a private cram school contract really pays and what everyday life could cost. These overviews connect you to our existing guides for a deeper read.
Who can apply
through Teach in Taiwan?
To apply through Teach in Taiwan, you must hold both a passport and a degree from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Ireland. We cannot accept applications through this service if either your passport or your degree is from a country outside this list.
Our service is for private cram school placements. Meeting our application criteria lets us review your enquiry; it does not guarantee a job or immigration approval. Have your CV, degree details and any teaching certificates ready. Individual schools and the relevant authorities may require additional documents.
Read more about teaching requirements ↗We’ll take care of the visa process.
If you meet our basic requirements, you won’t have to navigate the visa process on your own. We’ll work with your school to arrange your work permit and teaching visa, explain exactly which documents you need to provide, and support you through each step.
You can focus on preparing for your new life in Taiwan—we’ll take care of coordinating the paperwork.
See how the visa process works ↗What can you earn?
Our private cram school roles start from NT$600 per teaching hour, with 20 teaching hours per week guaranteed. That is roughly NT$52,000 gross per month averaged across a year. Compare the full offer, including preparation time, holidays, deductions and any allowances.
Explore teaching salaries in Taiwan ↗Build a budget for your life.
Start with rent and your commute, then add food, utilities, phone costs, insurance, travel and a buffer. Keep arrival costs—flights, a rental deposit and document fees—separate from your monthly budget.
Compare neighbourhoods as well as cities. The right budget is one that works with your actual contract and the way you want to live.
Plan with the cost of living guide ↗Our updated guide includes worked monthly budgets and a separate arrival checklist. Adapt the examples to your actual offer and housing options.
04 / FIND YOUR CORNER OF THE ISLAND
Where will you
feel at home?
Big city energy or a slower daily rhythm? Choose a location around your school, commute and interests, then explore the neighbourhood before committing to a place.
Compare the best cities for teaching ↗Taipei
For a city routine built around cafés, cultural venues and exploring by metro. Check how your preferred neighbourhood fits your housing budget.
Explore Taipei ↗Taichung
For urban life with a different rhythm. Look closely at the distance between your home, school and the places you’ll spend your free time.
Explore Taichung ↗Kaohsiung
For harbour walks, arts spaces and a base in southern Taiwan. Explore districts and transport options alongside the teaching opportunities.
Explore Kaohsiung ↗Tainan
For temple streets, local food and historic neighbourhoods. Think about how you’ll get around and the kind of school community you want.
Explore Tainan ↗05 / FROM “WHAT IF?” TO YOUR NEXT STEP
You don’t need all the answers.
Start with a conversation.
Tell us about yourself
First, check that both your passport and your degree are from one of our six accepted countries. Then share your qualifications, preferred start date and what you’re hoping to find in Taiwan.
Talk through your options
We’ll discuss your goals and background in an online conversation, then explore whether the private cram schools we work with could be a fit.
Meet potential schools
Where suitable options are available, speak with schools and compare the role, contract and location. Ask the questions that matter to you.
Prepare for your move
If you accept an offer, confirm the required approvals and paperwork with the school. Build your travel plans around verified requirements.
EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TALK TO
20years living in Taiwan
06 / A PERSONAL START
Guidance from
a life lived here.
Teach in Taiwan grew out of Dylan Porter’s own experience of teaching and living on the island. Having taught there for eight years and lived there for twenty, he brings a personal perspective to the questions behind a move abroad.
Our role is to help eligible applicants explore suitable private cram schools and make an informed choice. Tell us what matters to you, from the classroom setting to the life you want outside it.
No recruitment fee for using our matching service.
A conversation is a chance to explore, with no obligation to accept a role.
07 / GOOD QUESTIONS
A few things
you might be wondering.
Still weighing it up? Bring your questions to the first conversation.
Ask us about your situation ↗Which passports and degrees do you accept?
To apply through Teach in Taiwan, you must hold both a passport and a degree from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Ireland. We cannot accept applications through this service if either your passport or your degree is from a country outside this list. These are our service’s application criteria. They are not a statement of every possible immigration route in Taiwan.
Do you place teachers in public schools?
Our matching service focuses on private cram schools (buxibans). Please apply through us only if you are interested in a private cram school role and meet our passport and degree requirements.
Can I teach in Taiwan without experience?
Yes—no teaching experience is required at all for the private cram school roles we arrange. All training is provided, so you can start from scratch. As long as you meet our passport and degree requirements, we’d love to hear from you.
Do I need a degree or a TEFL certificate?
You need a degree, but no TEFL certificate is required at all for the roles we arrange. All training is provided. To apply through us, both your passport and your degree must be from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Ireland.
How much can I save teaching in Taiwan?
There is room to save when your take-home pay is comfortably above your spending. Our roles start from NT$600 per teaching hour with 20 hours a week guaranteed. The salary and living cost guides show how to compare your pay with rent, everyday costs and a realistic savings target.
Do I need to speak Mandarin?
No—you don’t need to speak any Mandarin to teach English in the schools we work with. Learning a little will make everyday life easier, from ordering food to getting around, but you can arrive without knowing a word and learn as you go.
When should I apply?
Start a conversation once you have a rough idea of your availability. Timing depends on suitable openings and the paperwork needed for your circumstances. Confirm any proposed start date before booking travel.
Is your service free for teachers?
Yes. Teach in Taiwan’s teacher matching service is free and carries no obligation to accept a role. Personal expenses such as travel, document preparation and relocation are separate; ask what a school’s offer includes.
Can you guarantee a job or visa?
No. A suitable opening depends on your profile, school requirements and availability. Schools make hiring decisions, and the relevant authorities decide applications for permits and immigration status.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS WITH HELLO
Ready to see
where Taiwan
could take you?
Interested in a private cram school role? If you meet the requirements below, start with a free, no-obligation conversation about teaching English in Taiwan.
You don’t need a perfect plan.
Just a little curiosity about what comes next.
Let’s get to know you.
To apply through Teach in Taiwan, you must hold both a passport and a degree from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Ireland. We cannot accept applications through this service if either your passport or your degree is from a country outside this list.
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