FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

To obtain a work permit in Vietnam, foreign employees must:
• Hold a bachelor’s degree (can be in any majors)
• Hold an English teaching certificate such as TEFL, TESOL, CELTA, and DELTA, especially if the bachelor’s degree doesn’t have a major in English teaching/education/pedagogy.
• A health check, which must be done in Vietnam. Washington English will arrange this for you by sending you to our preferred healthcare provider. This ensures that all necessary medical examinations are conducted in accordance with Vietnamese regulations. Health checks performed outside of Vietnam are not accepted. The health check includes the following tests: blood, urine, vision, hearing, teeth, an ultrasound, and a chest x-ray.
• Police background check: The check must be valid within 06 months of your work permit application date. The foreign employee must not have any criminal record or be undergoing criminal prosecution in accordance with Vietnamese or foreign law. The police background check is preferred to be done from your home country, but a Vietnamese one is also acceptable.
• 02 passport photos (4cm x 6cm) with a white background, wearing formal clothes and showing your frontal view, without any head covering or colored glasses. The photos must be taken within 06 months of the application date.
• Notarized copy of your valid passport A copy of all pages of your passport.
• For any document to be used in Vietnam, it must be legalized if it was not issued by an organization that the Vietnamese government recognizes.

Yes, we do. At Washington English, we understand the complexities of navigating the visa and work permit process in Vietnam. That’s why we provide comprehensive guidance and support to all foreign employees, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience. We sponsor the visa and work permit. However, there are certain aspects, such as document legalization, that you will need to handle independently. Rest assured, we’ll be with you every step of the way to provide detailed instructions and assistance whenever needed.

The salary varies among departments and is determined based on the most updated pay structure as well as your relevant qualifications, experiences and their suitability for the position. Generally, here is how the hourly teaching rate looks like:

• Public School Teaching: Up to 600,000 VND/teaching hour (Gross)
• IELTS Teaching: Up to 650,000 VND/teaching hour (Gross)

After each contract is completed, we will conduct performance reviews and offer annual pay increases depending on the teacher’s actual performance. The rates are gross and will be taxed in accordance with the Vietnamese Tax Law.

A teaching schedule varies by department and is established by its demands and requirements.
• Public School Teaching: Monday- Friday. Classes are scheduled between 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM (morning sessions) and 12:45 PM – 5:45 PM (afternoon sessions). Full-time teachers are expected to have approximately 70-75  teaching hours on average per month.
• Language Center Teaching: Classes are scheduled between 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM on weekday evenings and between 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM on weekends

Education Training and Consulting Company (ETC) was established in 1998 and is one of the first companies operating in Vietnam in the field of Study Abroad Consulting. In 2007, ETC Company decided to establish Washington English Center, introducing American teaching methods to teach in Vietnam and has achieved success with the number of students at the Center increasing rapidly from 100 students in 2007 to 600 students in 2008.
If you’re looking for a rewarding teaching position with ample support and opportunities for growth, Washington English is the right choice for you. Here are a few reasons why you should consider joining our team:

• Competitive Compensation: Washington English provides a competitive hourly teaching rate, along with various allowances and bonuses that reward your performance and commitment.
• Professional Development: We offer ongoing training, workshops, and professional development opportunities to help you enhance your teaching skills and advance your career.
• Career Growth: Washington English promotes internal advancement, giving you the opportunity to progress within our Academic Management team.
• Supportive Work Environment: Our team is dedicated to creating a positive and collaborative work environment where your efforts are recognized and valued.
• Visa and Work Permit Sponsorship: We assist with obtaining the necessary work permits and visas, ensuring a smooth transition to working in Vietnam.
• Authentic Cultural Immersion: Working in local public schools allows you to truly immerse yourself in the vibrant Vietnamese culture. You will have the unique and deeply rewarding opportunity to collaborate closely with Vietnamese teachers and form meaningful connections with local students, making a lasting impact through education.

At Washington English, we cater to a diverse range of students starting from the age of 4 and above.
• Language Center Teaching at the headquarters focuses on Primary (6-10 years old) and Secondary (11-14 years old) education, providing a strong academic foundation for younger learners.
• Public School Teaching offer classes for all ages and levels, making education accessible to everyone in the public school systems of Primary School Level (5 to 11 years old), Secondary School Level (12 to 15 years old), High School Level (15 to 18 years old).

Class sizes at Washington English can vary depending on the program.
• Language Center Teaching has a maximum of 15 students per class. and Public Centre: classes typically have a maximum size of 26 students.
• Public School Teaching has a larger class size up to 45 students per class, depending on the partner public school setting.
• IELTS Teaching has a minimum of 10 students and maximum of 25 students per class.

Yes, Washington English is committed to providing the necessary support to create a collaborative and highly effective learning environment. In every single class, you will be supported by either one of our highly trained Teaching Assistants (TAs) or the local Vietnamese English Teacher at our partner public school.

Contract duration differs depending on which program you are going to work with:
• Public School Teaching: Typically, the contract duration spans over 9 months, starting in September and finishing in May, in line with the academic year in Vietnam. Should you join in the middle of the school year, the contract length will be prorated based on your start month until May.
• Language Center Teaching: The contract duration is 12 months as per company regulations and policies.
• IELTS Teaching: The contract duration is usually 24 months in accordance to the program curriculum.

Unfortunately, we do not provide accommodation. However, we can assist you in finding a suitable place to stay by recommending some reliable agencies.