ENGLISH TEACHING
Teaching English Program – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Teach English & Make a Lasting Impact
English proficiency is highly valued in Vietnam, providing students with greater access to higher education and career opportunities. As a Teaching English volunteer, you will help young people develop practical English skills while gaining valuable teaching experience in a supportive learning environment.
You will teach students aged 16–25 at a local college. Most students have an intermediate level of English and are eager to improve their communication skills.
Depending on the school's needs, you may either lead a class independently or assist a local English teacher. Lessons follow a structured Business Communication syllabus, allowing volunteers to contribute confidently regardless of previous teaching experience.
Your Role
As a volunteer, your responsibilities may include:
Teaching conversational English
Improving vocabulary
Teaching grammar and spelling
Developing reading comprehension
Practising pronunciation
Improving word usage
Supporting classroom activities
Encouraging confidence in speaking English
Why Join This Program?
By volunteering as an English teacher, you will:
Improve access to quality English education
Help students gain confidence in speaking English
Gain practical teaching experience
Develop leadership and communication skills
Experience Vietnamese culture first-hand
Explore the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh
Volunteer Requirements
To participate in this program, volunteers must:
Be fluent in English.
Have adequate travel insurance.
Provide a criminal background check before departure.
Volunteers under 18
Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Volunteers aged 16–18 must provide parental consent and may be required to submit additional documentation.
If a criminal background check is unavailable, two character reference letters may be accepted instead.
Program Fees:
Registration Fee USD 120
Program Fee (Sunday – Saturday):
1 Week: USD 360 (approximately USD 50/day)
2 Weeks: USD 560 (approximately USD 40/day)
3 Weeks: USD 840 (approximately USD 40/day)
4 Weeks: USD 980 (approximately USD 35/day)
5 Weeks: USD 1,225 (approximately USD 35/day)
6 Weeks: USD 1,470 (approximately USD 35/day)
8 Weeks: USD 1,680 (approximately USD 30/day)
The longer you stay, the lower your average daily program cost
Accommodation
Volunteers stay in a shared dormitory at a local tourism college, approximately 30 minutes from Ho Chi Minh City's tourist centre.
Accommodation includes
Shared rooms with 5–7 volunteers
Bunk beds
Shared bathrooms
Air conditioning
Cold-water showers
Free Wi-Fi (connection may occasionally be slow)
We recommend bringing an unlocked mobile phone so you can purchase a local SIM card during orientation. Our local team will be happy to assist.
Transportation
Some placements are within walking distance, while others require a 30–40-minute journey by public bus. If required, a member of the local team will accompany you during your first trip to your placement.
Meals
Volunteers receive:
Monday – Friday
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast usually includes toast, cereal, fresh fruit, tea and coffee.
Lunch and dinner feature traditional Vietnamese cuisine, including rice, noodles, soups, fresh vegetables, meats and herbs.
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch
Dinner
If you have dietary requirements or food allergies, please let us know before your arrival so suitable arrangements can be made where possible.
What's Included:
✔ Volunteer accommodation
✔ Three meals per day on weekdays, plus brunch and dinner on weekends
✔ Airport pick-up for arrivals on Sunday between 6:00 AM and 9:30 PM. Arrivals outside these hours or on other days will incur an additional airport transfer fee and/or an extra night's accommodation charge.
✔ Comprehensive in-country orientation
✔ 24/7 local support throughout your stay
✔ Pre-departure support
✔ Personalized preparation tools, guides and checklists
✔ Certificate of Volunteer Service upon successful completion of the program
A Typical Volunteer Schedule:
Morning:
07:00 Breakfast
08:00–11:30 Teaching placement
12:00 Lunch
Afternoon
Teaching placement or lesson preparation
Evening
Dinner and free time
Please note that schedules vary depending on the placement and local holidays.
Location:
Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's largest and most dynamic city, blending modern development with rich history and culture. Outside of your volunteer placement, you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore bustling markets, historic landmarks, local cafés, museums and vibrant street food scenes.
Whether you're looking to gain teaching experience, contribute to a local community, or immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture, this program offers a rewarding and memorable volunteer experience.