Vietnam Teaching Jobs - VTJ Education Service Inc Reviews 

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have contacted Vietnam Teaching Jobs to see if they can maybe find me a part-time teaching job during this heavy lockdown here in Vietnam since beginning of June 2021 until now. Jessi contacted me... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trina was fantastic throughout the entire process. I was currently living in the uk and had previous experiences living and working in Vietnam. She made the move and getting back into the swing of thi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This platform is very useful for people like me who seek teaching job opportunities. Through this, I met Miss Daisy. She has been very helpful since day one. Her support and encouragement have helped... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I don’t particularly like using middle-men as I would rather just deal with schools directly. However, once you’ve registered and signed up here, the application process becomes quicker. It’s not perf... See more

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  1. Career and Education Provider
  2. Career Coach
  3. Career Guidance Service
  4. Employment Agency
  5. Resume Service

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Vietnam Teaching Jobs (was founded May 23th 2012) is a well-established platform for Expat in Vietnam to find their dream job in Vietnam. Covering the entirety of the country, we have successfully paired thousands of happy foreigners and employers, which is our number one priority. Since 2012, VTJ has the main focus of being the first choice process for Expat (who live and work in Vietnam and international visitors who travel to Vietnam for business and leisure purposes) looking to find work, encompassing candidates’ desires to marry them up with the most suited role for the individual. We offer competitive salaries that are always open to be raised for good performance and occasionally bonus schemes. In addition to this, VISA extensions and work permits are absorbed through the company. As a growing company, we are receiving more job roles that need fulfilling in a variety of locations, learning levels and age that opens a world of opportunity to those registering and applying. We want to continue the high success rate of placements by tailoring candidates to specific job roles and provide support where possible. With an expanding company, we are always seeking to improve; taking onboard both positive and negative feedback to improve our business. We offer full aftercare to teachers who have any issues after the role commences. Our upgraded website offers more content, advice and information for first time teachers, or those unfamiliar with Vietnam, so that we appeal to teachers of all types. All of these improvements are to better the experience for the teachers. Be part of the thousands of happy Expats working in Vietnam, register and apply for your dream job today!


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a wonderful experience with…

I had a wonderful experience with Vietnam Teaching Jobs website. They helped me find teaching opporunties in natural sciences to apply for. Just submitted two applications and looking forward to receiving positive outcome

June 23, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

APPRECIATION

In this platform, I get to see schools that are looking for teachers who can teach specified subjects. There is no trouble applying to think that even the CV format is provided. I am looking forward to a message that can change my life.

May 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vietnam Teaching Jobs is wonderful

Vietnam Teaching Jobs is wonderful. They provide incredible services and their support staff are extremely knowledgeable. There are opportunities in every major city in Vietnam and their services are very helpful in getting you started teaching in Vietnam. AbsoluteLY WONDERFUL ..!4!

May 14, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easiest way to get legitimate work in VN

I would give 3 stars for the website because there are a lot of internal advertisements and promotions that interrupt your job search, and old job postings disguised as new postings.
I give 4 stars for the experience from start to finish. They apply pressure to get you into a job quickly with their preferred partners, so you might earn less than you could have or with a subpar employer. However, they hold your hand through everything and make the process of getting a job, relocating, legal paperwork, and everything else VERY simple and straightforward. My advice is to do independent research and sign a short employment contract if it's your first time. VTJ will not walk away if you push back against their recommendations, and employers will not walk away if you want to renew your contract later. So try to ignore any pressure.
But definitely 5 stars for my VTJ assistant, Uyen Nguyen, I know that I was a difficult case for her because I backed out of several job offers that she got me to interview for, I pushed back against several of her suggestions, and my plans changed a few times. Nevertheless, Uyen helped me in whatever way I let her. She researched external job offers that I got to ensure I wasn't getting scammed. She got my paperwork legalized and processed, quickly and digitally (which can turn into a very complicated and stressful process if you try to do it on your own). So thank you, Uyen Nguyen and VTJ, for helping me start my life in Vietnam!

December 4, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I was also contacted by this 'Sophie'…

I was also contacted by this 'Sophie' lady, who has been mentioned as scamming people in other posts. She contacted me directly without even looking at my CV or being aware that I had registered on the platform. Then she offered me a job for $2000 a month but said that I should just 'come to Vietnam.' When I told her that I had already worked in Vietnam for another company for two years and that I would not go there without a formal contract signed and stamped by the Ministry of Education, she immediately disappeared from the conversation. I've been teaching for eighteen years. Any employer that is willing to hire you will not expect you to just go to their country without even having an interview with you. I assume it is an attempt to generate tourism revenue, and I consider it an afront to Vietnam, which I have always found to operate honestly, transparently, and take care of paperwork at the government level with precision and attention to detail.

December 1, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best oppertunity

I personally recommend VTJ as more than 100 teachers as per my knowledge from Pakistan have reached to Vietnam and have become a part of education department there.
Salary , accomodations never become challenging there.

November 27, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

A Bittersweet Experience: Great Offers, Questionable Practices

The website offers a fantastic selection of teaching positions, especially in smaller cities across Vietnam. It's a valuable resource for those seeking international teaching opportunities. However, I had a concerning experience after applying for a position through the platform. A representative named Sophie contacted me and, after reviewing my qualifications, requested a fee to be considered for a job offer. This is highly unusual and unprofessional behavior. It's important to be cautious when dealing with such requests, as they may be indicative of fraudulent activity. This kind of conduct can tarnish the reputation of Vietnam as a desirable place to work and teach. I hope the website's administrators will take steps to address such issues and ensure a positive experience for all job seekers.

November 12, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It is not appropriate to pay an agent…

It is not appropriate to pay an agent for a job that you did not approach.

It has come to my attention that one of your agents, Uyen Nguyen, has informed me that I am not eligible to receive the standard industry rate for teaching, despite my educational background and experience. This information was conveyed to me after my holiday in Vietnam was disrupted by an invitation to an interview for a position I did not apply for.

I recently registered on their website and promptly received an unexpected phone call offering me a job, even though I hadn't formally applied for any positions. The urgency they displayed in wanting me to commence work immediately raised some concerns. Nevertheless, considering the value of gaining international experience for my dissertation, I was inclined to accept the offer.

I explained to the agent that I was touring Vietnam with my family, but she insisted that I travel to Thanh Hoa as the school was in dire need of a teacher. Within 30 minutes, I had an interview with the school and was promised accommodation and a low salary of $800, which I didn't mind since they were offering me a place to stay. So I traveled halfway across the country using my own money, bought food, and paid for my hotel stay, all from my pocket. When I arrived, I was unpleasantly surprised to learn that the so-called accommodation was a dormitory and that my family would not be able to live with me. Had I been informed of this beforehand, I would have declined the offer.

A reasonable solution would be to revise the remuneration, as the amount would now be insufficient to cover basic living and sustanance. However, I was met with racial slurs and discrimination. I was referred to as "you people," and they explicitly stated, "No Black person gets paid above $900 here." My race should not matter, as I am qualified for the role. Their response was that only White native teachers get paid $2,000–$5,000. So, because I am Black, according to the school, my worth suddenly drops. I do not support any form of discrimination.

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During my conversation with the agent, I clarified that I do not require visa sponsorship as I am currently residing in Vietnam. My family will maintain tourist visas while I transition my visa status from tourist to business. While I appreciate the apology offered, I must emphasize that the cost of living in Thanh Hoa significantly exceeds that of Da Nang, as I previously explained. Therefore, the proposed compensation should be adjusted to ensure I can cover basic living expenses. Regrettably, the agent disregarded my concerns and resorted to using racially insensitive language.

November 4, 2024
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Reply from Vietnam Teaching Jobs - VTJ Education Service Inc

Thank you for your feedback. We have checked with our team consultant and noted your case.

First of all, VTJ would like to apologize for the inconvenience you experienced while trying to get a job in Vietnam. We’re also sorry for the discrimination you encountered with the employer (as you mentioned). We have communicated with the consultant to carefully investigate this and discuss the matter with the employer.

We would like to clarify a few points regarding your situation:

- **Teaching Rate:** It depends on the market and living costs. Based on your application and our secured jobs on the current job list, our consultant can only refer you to jobs in medium-sized cities, which offer lower pay than those in larger cities (naturally, the living costs in medium-sized cities are lower than in larger ones).

- **Misunderstanding of Information on the Phone:** This was a significant mistake regarding the information delivered, which should not have occurred. In this situation, there was a misunderstanding between you and our consultant, who was unaware that your family would be accompanying you to Vietnam for the job. Our consultant clarified the situation after you traveled to Thanh Hoa and encountered a visa issue with the employer (who sponsored your visa and supported an E-visa for your wife and child for each visa run).

The consultant attempted to resolve the issue by providing some options (staying in Thanh Hoa or moving to Hanoi), but it seems these options did not work.

Additionally, VTJ would like to provide more information to help you understand the job market in Vietnam:

- **Peak Time for Recruiting Teachers:** The new school year runs from July to September (the school year starts in July, but the recruitment process usually begins 1-2 months earlier). Therefore, this period is quite challenging for VTJ’s consultant to negotiate higher benefits, as most employers are not ready to open more job vacancies with a high pay range; there are also very few offers to start at this time.

- **High-Paid Jobs at Private Schools:** These positions are open to all nationalities, provided they meet high standards for documentation and have years of teaching experience. The required documents depend on the type of school; therefore, some teachers with years of experience may still be ineligible. We would be happy to send more information regarding the requirements for applying to private schools if you are interested.

From your case, we understand that our consultant made some mistakes in the process, and we need to improve our job consulting process, including delivering information and job packages more carefully after the work agreement (such as accommodation photos). We will also strive to better understand candidates' situations and expectations to find suitable jobs. Once again, we apologize for this unexpected experience.

We would love to support you further in your job placement if you wish (of course, without any VTJ service fee).

Thank you so much,

Vietnam Teaching Jobs

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