Country guide
Teach English in Taiwan
Buxiban (cram school) work plus growing public school programs.
Taiwan combines a stable contract market with high quality of life. Buxibans (cram schools) hire year-round and pay hourly. The Foreign English Teachers in Taiwan program places teachers in public schools with government backing. Healthcare is excellent and inexpensive.
Open positions in Taiwan
4 active listings mentioning Taiwan.
Cram School English Teacher (Buxiban)
Taipei Star English · Taipei, Taiwan · Full-time
English Teacher - Taiwan
HESS · Various · Full-time
There is still time to teach in Taiwan in 2026!
HESS Education · Various · Contract
Now Hiring: English Teachers in Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Genius English School · Kaohsiung city, Taiwan · Part-time
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Salary
Buxibans: 600 to 750 NTD per hour, with most teachers working 20 to 30 hours per week. Public schools (FET): 60k to 75k NTD per month. International schools: 80k to 130k NTD per month.
Visa
Work permit through the employer, then ARC (Alien Resident Certificate). Bachelor's required, 120-hour TEFL strongly preferred. Native English speaker preference for most roles.
Best for
Teachers who want urban Asia with cleaner air than mainland China, excellent food, and a culture that respects educators.
Common questions about teaching in Taiwan
Is Taiwan safer than Hong Kong or mainland China for foreigners?
Most teachers report Taiwan as one of the safest places they have lived. Crime against foreigners is rare and the legal system is straightforward.
Can I save money teaching in Taiwan?
Buxiban teachers commonly save 30k to 50k NTD per month. Public school teachers save less but have more vacation.
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