Life as an International Teacher

See the work. Feel the community. Imagine your life here.

Teaching in Indonesia is more than a classroom role. It is a chance to bring your perspective to young learners, grow with a supportive team, and build a daily life in a new culture.

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Jacob, an international English teacher in Indonesia

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More than a job

Bring your practice into a new community.

At English Academy by Ruangguru, international teachers are part of a wider learning team. You will have structure for the work, space to make the classroom your own, and support as you settle into Indonesia.

The best stories are found in the everyday moments: a student speaking up for the first time, a colleague sharing a new idea, or a weekend spent discovering somewhere new.

A closer look

The moments that make the role feel real.

From your first class to the routines you build after work, here is a glimpse of the experience you could create in Indonesia.

Judith, an international English teacher at English Academy

In the classroom

Bring your teaching style to the room.

Lead engaging lessons, build confidence, and make each class feel like a place where students want to participate.

Jacob, an international English teacher at English Academy

With the team

Grow with people around you.

You will work with academic and centre teams who understand the realities of teaching in a new country.

International English teacher at English Academy

In the moment

Make every class your own.

Bring energy, curiosity, and your own perspective into the everyday moments that help students grow.

Make it yours

Build a life with room to explore.

Share your perspective, discover local culture, and create routines that feel personal while you teach abroad.

Beyond the role

Teach, travel, and belong.

Indonesia gives you space to connect with communities, explore new places, and collect stories outside work.

Video stories

See the energy behind the role.

Watch a real teacher moment, then explore more classroom activities and community updates from English Academy on Instagram.

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A day in the life

A teaching week with room to be human.

There is a rhythm to the role, but no two teachers build exactly the same experience.

Before class

Prepare with a clear curriculum, lesson goals, and support from your academic team.

In the room

Create an active, welcoming classroom where learners can practise English with confidence.

With the team

Share ideas, receive feedback, and keep developing through training and collaboration.

After class

Step into your city, meet local communities, and make the most of life in Indonesia.

Your next chapter

Could you see yourself teaching here?

Bring your experience, curiosity, and point of view to English Academy by Ruangguru.

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