Cost of living
A practical monthly budget varies by lifestyle, rental choice, and transport needs. As a planning guide, allow around IDR 7–12 million (roughly USD 450–750) per month.
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Teach English in Eastern Sumatera.
Riau, Jambi, and the Riau Islands: trade hubs, ports, and quiet river towns.
11 branches
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Eastern Sumatera
11branches
Intercitytransportation sponsorship
Privatehealthcare insurance
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English Academy branches
Branch names available in this city. Final placement depends on centre availability and hiring needs.
- Pangkal Pinang - Depati Hamza PlusJl. Depati Hamzah No. 3, Kecamatan Bukitintan, Kota Pangkal Pinang, Kepulauan Bangka Belitung 33684.
- Jambi - Thehok PlusJl. Jend. Sudirman No.27-28, Tambak Sari, Kec. Jambi Sel., Kota Jambi, Jambi 36122
- Jambi - BungoJl. Diponegoro, Kelurahan Pasir Putih, Kecamatan Rimbo Tengah, Kabupaten Muara Bungo, Jambi 37215
- Pekanbaru - Ahmad Yani PlusJl. Jend. Ahmad Yani No.109, Kota Baru, Kec. Pekanbaru Kota, Kota Pekanbaru, Riau 28114
- Pangkalan Kerinci - Maharaja IndraJl. Maharaja Indra No. 24, RT 02/RW 01 , Kel. Pangkalan Kerinci Kota, Kec. Pangkalan Kerinci, Kabupaten Pelalawan, Riau 28654
- Duri - HangtuahJl. Hangtuah no.1 Akasia, Kelurahan Duri Barat, Kecamatan Mandau, Kabupaten Bengkalis, Riau 28784
- Dumai - Jendral SudirmanJl. Jendral Sudirman. 391. Kel. Dumai Timur, Kec. Dumai Kota, Kota Dumai
- Pekanbaru - PanamJl. HR. Soebrantas RT 001/RW 001 Kel. Simpang Baru Kec. Binawidya Kota Pekanbaru Prov. Riau 28291
- Batam - Batam Center PlusKomplek GRAPHIKA COMMERCIAL PARK BLOK A NO 3, Jl. Bakal, Taman Kota Baloi, Kec. Batam Kota, Kota Batam, Kepulauan Riau 29444
- Tanjung Pinang - Engku Putri PlusJl. Engku Putri No 3-A, Kelurahan Tanjung Ayun Sakti, Kecamatan Bukit Bestari, Kota Tanjungpinang, Kepulauan Riau 29124.
- Tanjung Balai Karimun - Batu LipaiRuko Telaga Harapan Blok 3B (Batu Lipai) Jl. Telaga Harapan RT 003/RW 002, Sungai Lakam Barat, Karimun, Kabupaten Karimun, Riau 29661
Living in Eastern Sumatera
Eastern Sumatera spans busy trade cities like Pekanbaru, Jambi, and Batam alongside smaller oil-palm and port towns. Teachers can experience strong Malay and Minangkabau food traditions, riverfront markets, and quick ferry access to Singapore and Malaysia from Batam. It offers a practical, grounded lifestyle with regional travel options and a mix of modern malls and traditional neighbourhoods.
Weather
Warm tropical weather year-round. Expect a wetter season and a drier season, with local variation.
Expat community
New teachers can connect through local international communities, language exchanges, and city-based social groups.
Neighbourhood tips
Teachers arrange their own place to live. Start with a short stay near your centre, then compare rental options and neighbourhoods that suit your commute and routine.
Why teach here with English Academy
English Academy combines city placement opportunities with Ruangguru's education ecosystem, structured teaching support, working permit and visa sponsorship, private healthcare insurance, intercity transportation sponsorship, and arrival sponsorship.
Regional edtech scaleBe part of Southeast Asia's largest education-focused technology company.
Relocation supportVisa sponsorship, arrival sponsorship, and intercity transport support.
Teaching growthBuild international experience with a trusted Indonesian education brand.