I came across this web site http://www.ideasworld.org/education/  and there are all kinds of jobs listed. I then cut and pasted this statement about ideas. I do not know anything about them. If you have worked or volunteered for them please write in and describe your experience.  It looks like a great starting point to work overseas!

In 1997, IDEAS was founded by a group of innovators who wanted to change the face of traditional cross-cultural work. The vision was to bring more authenticity, creativity and professionalism to the scene. As time went on, more like-minded professionals joined us.Today, IDEAS has many skilled Christian professionals working in a variety of exciting fields! Our projects and programs are located in countries around the world. We offer volunteer and paid positions, both in short-term and long-term opportunities. And we are growing!

We love what we do and we invite you to learn more about IDEAS and how you can join us. You can continue to work in the profession in which you have been educated and trained. Whether you are just starting to explore this big world of ours and seek a brief experience, or you are ready to live the rest of your life overseas, we have a program for you.

YOU can be a part of IDEAS global community of professionals leveraging our skills to restore hope! We invite you to take a small step forward and try our fun, interactive Where in the World Do I Belong? Quiz, or if you are ready to begin the adventure of your life-time, GET STARTED today.



Our Mission: To demonstrate love – serving forgotten and overlooked people by meeting their social, intellectual, physical and spiritual needs.

Our Vision: To see transformed lives in communities of contagious hope.

Our Values:

• Community formed by intentional relationships is the context in which we collaborate, help, serve and care for others in an environment of grace, love and forgiveness.
• Authenticity in our identity, professional skills and roles gives us freedom to serve others with credibility and have transformational impact.
• Partnerships reflect our belief in the value of connectedness, community and combining resources to better serve others.
• Personal Character drives us to demonstrate uncompromising integrity and wise financial stewardship in all of our organizational activities and in the locations of our Associates where dependability, courage and perseverance are paramount.
• Cultural Respect is demonstrated by entering as sensitive and respectful learners of both local languages and customs.
• Creativity and Innovation allows us to be nimble and adaptive to changing situations and opportunities.
• Life-long Learning considers each person’s skills and development from initial endorsement through their time with the IDEAS. Every person is encouraged to continue to learn and grow through academics, training, and developmental activities.

Our methodology centers on assessing community and professional opportunities and creating transformational projects and businesses which meet tangible needs. These projects allow IDEAS Associates to integrate their faith in their lives and work. It is our intent and hope that the relationships formed between our Associates and the communities they serve will lead to life transformations.

Our methodology is a proven and powerful approach which responds to human need with innovation and compassion. This multi-step process has been successfully launched within communities in more than 13 countries:

1. Assess needs in partnership with local community.
2. Develop projects which are valued by local community.
3. Implement projects and build on relationships.
4. Serve and work with excellence, allowing individual lives and communities to be transformed socially, intellectually, physically and spiritually.

Our methodology is applied to five project categories: Agriculture, Business and IT, Community Development, Education, and Healthcare and Wellness.

http://asiasociety.org/
This is a great site because it deals with all of the critical issues that are important to westerners who are considering teaching in Asia.  The site consists of video, blog entries, all kinds of neat educational stuff and virtually all of the historical, political, and social information you need to make informed decisions. 

If you go to the bottom of any page on the blog and if you are a western teacher reading this site, I highly recommend you click on education and careers. There are some neat internship opportunities as well as full time jobs. I think you will be stimulated by the video below which has to stimulate your desire to teach in Asia.

If you wish to make a difference then do try to get in touch with Robert and volunteer whenever it suits your schedule. I say so because I have taught at these schools and when you see kids eager to learn but the school can not afford a qualified English teacher due to lack of funding, it does touch you within. I personally hope to volunteer more often, finding a balance between my job and volunteering is what am working on."

Above from portion of Farzaan Merchant Blog
http://traintillyoudrop.jukaado.com/2014/01/jukaado-is-martial-art-but-jukaado-is.html#comment-form

I got this letter to-day from Robert and I would like to share it with you because it gives you details about how you can volunteer in Thailand. I have lived and worked in Thailand for at least three years and I know it is a great country. If you write me I can give you lots of reasons to work or volunteer in Thailand . Here is Robert's letter verbatim. If you have questions or want to volunteer please talk to Robert directly since I  do not know him


 Dear Mr. Charles,

I see you put together first class trips where teachers stay in higher end hotels.

As you have been to Thailand you understand the respect elders are given here and the
need for English teaching in the less fortunate areas of Thailand.

Please consider visiting us on your next trip to view our facility. 


Would like to offer you the ability to contact us directly in the event any teacher, student or group
would be interested to spend time in Thailand.

We have been recognized by our Provincial Education Department
 http://www.secondary5.obec.go.th/sec5/show_news.php?article_id=85

We are looking for people who truly want to share the gift of their time and talent. 

As a Community based operation (CBO) we save volunteers agency commissions, program 
administration and other service fees allowing more Volunteers’ to live the experience.

Volunteer programs need people with the desire of sharing their ideas knowledge and personal 
experiences with others while discovering the world we all share.

http://volunteeralliance.org/users/thailand-teach

Volunteer programs and accommodation affordability explained:

- Direct communication to the people interested in volunteering
- No agency commission, administration or service fees
- Word of mouth advertising and referrals
- Searching out quality low cost services and free programs
- Operating a 100% volunteer based, family run venture
- Assistance from teachers, students and local families 
- International airfare, Visa, travel insurance is not included
- Travel and tours not listed paid by the volunteers
- Visiting volunteers assistance in daily upkeep activities (optional)
- Fundraising and donations contribute to advertised promotions 


Fees include air-conditioned room with raised bed, internet access, TV, bi-weekly room cleaning, 
private/shared kitchen & washrooms, volunteer placement, two daily meals, transportation 
to volunteer site, security deposits, processing and registration. 

Hoping you will let us know if there are any charges from your side for people who are interested 
in volunteerism overseas. 

Running promotions in the hope people with limited resources also have the opportunity
to volunteer.

http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280819069334&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT

We look to be as reasonable as possible in support of volunteers in Thailand while providing high quality
western style accommodations. 



All the best, Robert and Pooh Newton Thailand Teach / Volunteer Inn 68 M. 10 T. Phochonkai A. Bang Rachan J. Singburi Thailand 16130 Tel# 66 084 996 8617 - Thailand Tel# 416 410 2345 - CANADA robert@volunteerinn.net facebook.com/pages/Thailand-Teach/289975994428274 volunteeralliance.org/users/thailand-teach