Teach For
Thailand
A unique opportunity to change the lives
of hundreds of children through our 2-year
fellowship program.
Teach For
Thailand
A unique opportunity to change the lives
of hundreds of children through our 2-year
fellowship program.
Teach For
Thailand
A unique opportunity to change the lives of hundreds of children through our 2-year fellowship program.
Challenges
The education system in Thailand faces many complex and interrelated challenges, including the socio-economic status of students, the public’s understanding of educational inequity, the effectiveness of education management and policies, and the lack of community engagement in children’s education. The result of this is that many Thai children lack access to the education they need to reach their full potential and create a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
"A considerable number of Thai children have lower skills than the country average of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) member countries in all subjects (from PISA 2018)."
"In 2021, there were approximately 1.9 million children living in poverty and extreme poverty in Thailand. This represents a significant portion of the total population of compulsory school-age children, which is estimated to be around 9 million."
56% of elementary classrooms have an average of less than one teacher per classroom. This places a heavy burden on individual teachers, who must shoulder the responsibility of teaching multiple subjects in a single classroom.
"Students' performance from standardized test is accounted for only 10 percent, or only 3.3 percent of the total score, in the evalution for teacher's promotion or increase of their academic standing renumeration."
Why You Should Teach For Thailand?
Our Principles
Addressing the challenges in Thailand’s education system cannot be sustainably achieved by a single individual. It requires the involvement and support of a network of leaders from various sectors, including educational policy developers, social enterprise entrepreneurs, teachers, and school principals. These stakeholders share experiences of real problems and have a common goal of promoting equitable education. With these cooperations, we can help children in Thailand determine a brighter future for themselves and their communities. Imagine how far Thailand can advance in this scenario.
Our Principles
Addressing the challenges in Thailand’s education system cannot be sustainably achieved by a single individual. It requires the involvement and support of a network of leaders from various sectors, including educational policy developers, social enterprise entrepreneurs, teachers, and school principals. These stakeholders share experiences of real problems and have a common goal of promoting equitable education. With these cooperations, we can help children in Thailand determine a brighter future for themselves and their communities. Imagine how far Thailand can advance in this scenario.
Our Principles
Addressing the challenges in Thailand’s education system cannot be sustainably achieved by a single individual. It requires the involvement and support of a network of leaders from various sectors, including educational policy developers, social enterprise entrepreneurs, teachers, and school principals. These stakeholders share experiences of real problems and have a common goal of promoting equitable education. With these cooperations, we can help children in Thailand determine a brighter future for themselves and their communities. Imagine how far Thailand can advance in this scenario.
Our Approach
"Nurturing Leaders Through Teaching"
At Teach For Thailand, we believe that achieving our mission of promoting equitable education for all Thai children requires the development of a network of leaders.
Teach For Thailand recruits and develops talented individuals to become 'fellows' in high-need schools for a period of 2 years.
After completing a 2-year journey,
Join us in shaping the future of Thai children.
Join the Program
Create meaningful change and make a difference by joining our 2-year Fellowship program.
Work with Us
If you believe in your own potential and want to make a difference, join us in one of these roles and let's drive the change together.
Ways to Support Us
Everyone's support will be an important driver in improving education in Thailand through our Fellowship Program and ensuring that the change continues.
Contact Us
Contact us for more information at info@teachforthailand.org , or support Teach For Thailand through the following channels:
Join us in shaping the future of Thai children.
Join the Program
Create meaningful change and make a difference by joining our 2-year Fellowship program.
Work with Us
If you believe in your own potential and want to make a difference, join us in one of these roles and let's drive the change together.
Ways to Support Us
Everyone's support will be an important driver in improving education in Thailand through our Fellowship Program and ensuring that the change continues.
Contact Us
Contact us for more information at info@teachforthailand.org , or support Teach For Thailand through the following channels:
Join us in shaping the future of Thai children.
Join the Program
Create meaningful change and make a difference by joining our 2-year Fellowship program.
Work with Us
If you believe in your own potential and want to make a difference, join us in one of these roles and let's drive the change together.
Ways to Support Us
Everyone's support will be an important driver in improving education in Thailand through our Fellowship Program and ensuring that the change continues.
Contact Us
Contact us for more information at info@teachforthailand.org , or support Teach For Thailand through the following channels:
Building
'Leadership'
through Teaching
We believe that the improvement of education in Thailand requires not only efforts at the classroom, school, and community levels, but also a network of leaders who have a deep understanding of the issues and are committed to finding effective solutions.
Building
'Leadership'
through Teaching
We believe that the improvement of education in Thailand requires not only efforts at the classroom, school, and community levels, but also a network of leaders who have a deep understanding of the issues and are committed to finding effective solutions.
Building
'Leadership'
through Teaching
We believe that the improvement of education in Thailand requires not only efforts at the classroom, school, and community levels, but also a network of leaders who have a deep understanding of the issues and are committed to finding effective solutions.
What is the Fellowship Program?
The Fellowship Program aims to foster leaders by placing them in a highly challenging environment: teaching full-time for two years in high-need schools.
Develop work and leadership skills over the duration of the program.
Fellow = Teacher
The role of a teacher is central to both education and society. Teaching is a profession that cultivates leadership, as an effective teacher or leader must truly understand problems and needs, have the ability to ‘reach’ those who play a role in change, and be an advocate for the maximum benefit of students’ better future.
Empower and inspire students to learn by being a teacher. Through creative and innovative ideas, unleash both their potential and yours.
Learn and collaborate with school personnel, including teachers and administrators, to gain insights into the challenges and find effective ways to create a high-quality classroom environment
The sustainable development of education cannot solely happen within schools, as it also requires the engagement of local community members, including parents and others in the community, to work collaboratively to foster the development of students.
What you will gain from the Program?
Two years of real-life, hands-on experience as a Fellow. It will be your first step towards solving real-world problems, as well as becoming part of a network of educational and social leaders who are all dedicated to the development of Thai children.
The Fellowship Program is a paid, full-time job with salary and benefits, not a volunteer job.
The role of a teacher is a profession that allows you to develop a comprehensive set of professional and personal skills. These skills include communication, creativity, teamwork, and analytical thinking, which are all essential qualities for future leaders.
Work that goes beyond yourself; the future lives of hundreds of students will change because of your efforts.
The Scale Team has partnered with Teach For All to develop a talent acquisition model that will effectively screen applicants who are willing to take on the challenging task of educating students in low-income environments and have the potential to create real change and empower their students. We have identified a list of 8 attributes that we seek in successful candidates for the Fellowship Program.
Training for teaching preparation in the first year, activities to promote additional skill development, teaching in the second year, and developing teachers into leaders for their career path.
Teach in network schools, with support and consultation from leadership development officers from the Teach For Thailand Foundation, in-school mentors, and school directors. Participate in the Leadership Development Conference (LDC) and learning circles organized and supported by the Fellowship Program throughout the work process.
The Fellows will continuously receive additional classroom leadership skills training with Teach For Thailand and partner organizations, to enhance and strengthen the necessary skills after gaining experience in actual teaching situations.
In the second year of the Fellowship Program, the Fellows will engage with the local communities, fostering collaboration to drive simultaneous changes in their classrooms. They will receive guidance from expert teams and representatives from partner organizations within the network to facilitate and promote fundamental changes.
Participate in the Summer Internship Program with Teach For Thailand or other leading partner companies and organizations. This is an opportunity to develop leadership skills through careers, gain diverse work experiences in various sectors and prepare to contribute to future systemic change after completing the Fellowship Program.
The 2-Year Journey of a Fellow
Post 2-Year Journey
Fellows who successfully complete the “Fellowship Program” and meet its requirements will be inducted as an Alumnus of Teach For Thailand, which showcases their preparedness to actively drive and create positive changes in society.
In addition to the status and certificates that demonstrate completion of the ‘Fellowship Program,’ alumni will be invited to participate in various activities, including leadership development and networking events, and will also have access to exclusive privileges offered by partner organizations to the alumni network.
Teach For Thailand is committed to building a network of next-generation changemakers who will be able to apply the skills and knowledge gained during the two years of participating in the Program to drive systemic impact in the field that they are interested in.
Imagine a
network of
leaders
each with unique experiences and a shared goal
of driving equitable education for Thai children.
With this kind of collaboration and dedication,
how far can our country go?
Imagine a
network of
leaders
each with unique experiences and a shared goal
of driving equitable education for Thai children.
With this kind of collaboration and dedication,
how far can our country go?
Imagine a
network of
leaders
each with unique experiences and a shared goal
of driving equitable education for Thai children.
With this kind of collaboration and dedication,
how far can our country go?
"The Fellows who complete the program become a valuable part of the Alumni Network, sharing the goal of eradicating inequity in education and society. Equipped with leadership skills and an in-depth understanding of social challenges, our Alumni are poised to become powerful transformative leaders in a variety of career paths. The Alumni Network is a dedicated community of leaders who are passionate about the vision of the Teach For Thailand Foundation and are working towards enhancing the quality of education in Thailand through their various careers. To date, there are 7 cohorts of impactful alumni, numbering a total of 251 individuals."
Total number of alumni: 251
Receiving a good
education should not
depend on luck.
Many Thai children do not have access to quality education because of their disadvantaged family background. They may not even believe that they have the power to shape their own future and the future of those around them.
Receiving a good
education should not
depend on luck.
Many Thai children do not have access to quality education because of their disadvantaged family background. They may not even believe that they have the power to shape their own future and the future of those around them.
Receiving a good
education should not
depend on luck.
Many Thai children do not have access to quality education because of their disadvantaged family background. They may not even believe that they have the power to shape their own future and the future of those around them.
Theory of Problem
The education problem is complex and multifaceted, with various factors contributing to significant inequity in the education system. This leads to Thai children not receiving a high-quality education. Teach For Thailand breaks down this issue into four distinct aspects.
Delivery of education
such as resources, school personnel, and teaching quality
External factors
that affect education such as technology, infrastructure, and learning environment
Administration or government
such as general management and educational policy
Collaboration from network
of parents and people in the community
However, the root cause of the cycle of problems is deeper and more complex.
such as poverty, limited changes in social status, and political and historical structures, among others, pose major obstacles in the lives of school children and the majority of people in Thai society.
The education system in Thailand was not designed to provide equal access to quality education for all students, nor do schools possess the ability to shape and develop students' attitudes towards their future.
Many people do not believe that the problems in Thai education can be fixed, or that equity in education is possible. This lack of belief stems from various factors, including the idea that one's life is predetermined from birth, and a lack of awareness about the severity of the problem. Also, there is a view that inequity is simply a normal aspect of life.
Our Vision
Our Vision
Our Mission
We are dedicated to eliminating educational inequity in Thailand through the establishment of a "Leadership Network" that bring about positive change in the classroom, schools, and various segments of society.
Theory of Change
Teach For Thailand is the driving force behind the network of leaders working to create equal education for all Thai children. Our goal is to achieve this mission by recruiting and developing talented fellows who lead change in under-resourced schools and work with schools and communities for two years to ensure students receive quality education. This will empower them to shape a better future for themselves and those around them. Upon completion of the two-year project, our Alumni Network or Leadership Network will continue to strive towards creating educational equity in the long term through ongoing work in various sectors of society.
Teach For All Network
Teach For All is a network of non-profit organizations with a shared vision: 'One day all children will have equal access to quality education.' The network was established through a partnership between Teach For America (in the US) and Teach First (in the UK), which initiated the fellowship programs. Both organizations are currently ranked highly among young people's desired employers.
Our
Supporters
Because education affects every member of
society, creating change requires cooperation
from all sectors.
Our
Supporters
Because education affects every member of
society, creating change requires cooperation
from all sectors.
Our
Supporters
Because education affects every member of
society, creating change requires cooperation
from all sectors.
We believe in creating equitable opportunities for access to quality education, which requires stable and sustainable cooperation from all sectors of society.
Partner Organisations
If you are interested in becoming our supporter, contact us at partnerships@teachforthailand.org
Supporter in Other Areas
Your support will play a crucial role in advancing the education
and ongoing efforts of our fellows who lead change.
Cooperation between Organisations
Partner organisations can organize cooperative activities in various forms to promote the development of students' potential and sustainably improve the quality of Thai education.
Volunteer Teacher
Share your expertise and experiences in fields such as banking and finance, public relations, skill development, etc. with students in schools participating in the Fellowship Program. Your contributions will educate children and provide them with inspiration and a glimpse into potential future career paths.
Study Visit Workshop
Give students participating in the fellowship program the opportunity to learn about the real-world of work at your organisation and understand the significance of 21st-century skills.
Honorary Advisor
Contribute to the development of our fellows by serving as an “”honorary advisor””. Sharing your experiences and expertise will help equip the future leaders of the country with knowledge, skills, leadership and integrity.
Other Activities
Get involved in designing activities that are tailored to your organization, such as sending inspiration through letter writing (Pen Pal), etc.
Every child
deserves the
chance to shape
their future.
Quality education starts with strong leaders in
the classroom. You can help make a brighter
future for Thailand by supporting
Teach For Thailand Foundation today.
Every child
deserves the
chance to shape
their future.
Quality education starts with strong leaders in
the classroom. You can help make a brighter
future for Thailand by supporting
Teach For Thailand Foundation today.
Every child
deserves the
chance to shape
their future.
Quality education starts with strong leaders in
the classroom. You can help make a brighter
future for Thailand by supporting
Teach For Thailand Foundation today.
Big change
Starts from connecting small dots
Donation Channel Through Socialgiver
You can make a donation to Teach For Thailand Foundation directly through Socialgiverby using your credit card or PromptPay.
Send an email with proof of your donation, along with your name, surname, address, and national ID number, to donation@teachforthailand.org in order to receive a receipt for tax deduction.
Donation Channel Via bank
Bank of Ayudhya, account number 311-1-69640-8
Account Name: Yuvabadhana Foundation for Teach For Thailand Program
Send an email with proof of your donation, along with your name, surname, address, and national ID number, to donation@teachforthailand.org in order to receive a receipt for tax deduction.
Donation Channel Via Paypal
Use your email address access to your Paypal account to donate to Account Name: Yuvabadhana Foundation for Teach For Thailand Program
Send an email with proof of your donation, along with your name, surname, address, and national ID number, to donation@teachforthailand.org in order to receive a receipt for tax deduction.
Donation Channel Via K Plus Application
K Points in Kasikorn Bank credit cards can be converted into donations via the K Plus application
