Secondary Science (Chemistry) A Level Teacher - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - August 2026

Country:
Vietnam
Region:
School - South and Southeast Asia
Curriculum:
United Kingdom
Level:
Secondary/ Middle(12-15), Secondary/High(16-18)
Start Date:
01 August 2026
Initial Contract Length:
2 year, renewable
Curriculum Experience Required:
Yes - not flexible
- Secondary Chemistry A Level Teacher
- UK Curriculum school
- Ho Chi Minh City
- August 2026 start
- Competitive salary from about USD3,840 per month upwards depending on qualifications and experience
- Benefits package that includes housing, medical insurance, annual flights

An established international school in Ho Chi Minh City is seeking an experienced Secondary A Level Chemistry Teacher to join them for an August 2026 start. This is a thriving, popular and well respected learning community in one of Asia’s most rapidly developing and exciting cities. They offer the British Curriculum to very academic and well-motivated International students. The school is very proud of its well-qualified and experienced teaching faculty and they are keen to recruit ambitious individuals who feel able and ready to assume higher levels of responsibility.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following criteria:
A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, M.Ed.)
A minimum of three years’ teaching experience
Experience teaching the English National Curriculum
Experience teaching GCSEs & A-Levels

Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant and dynamic hub that offers an exciting mix of modern conveniences and rich cultural experiences. The cost of living is relatively low, with affordable housing, great food, and a strong café culture. The city has a growing expat community, especially in districts like Thao Dien and District 7, and English is widely spoken in professional and social settings. With easy travel access across Southeast Asia, Ho Chi Minh City balances work and lifestyle well for adventurous expats.

For further information contact your Edvectus advisor today for an opportunity of a lifetime.
Number Of Students:
770
Student Make Up:
37 different nationalities (mostly Vietnamese, South Korean, British)
Regional Info:
Ho Chi Minh City ( formerly Saigon) is the largest city in Vietnam and with a population of about 9 million people it is the most populated metropolitan are in Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City is located in the southeastern region of Vietnam and just over 1000 miles south of Hanoi. The city has a tropical wet and dry climate with the wet season usually running between May and late November and the dry season running from December until April. The average temperature is 27 °C (81 °F) though temperatures often reach the high 30s. Ho Chi Minh city is a lively, vibrant city with plenty to see and do from visiting historical or religious sites such as the Reunification Palace or the Notre Dame Cathedral to the market stalls, parks, shops and numerous bars and restaurants. https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/comparison/london/ho-chi-minh-city
Tax Rate:
Taxes typically 15% or less
Housing:
1 bedroom apartment, 2 bedroom
Benefits:
Flights -yearly, Gratuity or end of service bonus, Housing - provided, Housing- allowance, Medical or Health insurance, Tuition - free for dependants
Suited To:
Climate - warmer, Dependent children - more suitable, Holiday destination - yes typical, Infrastructure - Highly developed, Unmarried partners - not suitable, Urban, Westernised - highly, Women - not restrictive
Minimum Years Experience:
3.0
Curriculum Experience Required:
Yes - not flexible
Will Accept Newly Qualified Teachers:
N
Visa Restriction:
3 years post qualification teaching exp required, Younger than 60
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