At VUS we have TEFL jobs available throughout Vietnam. For example, one of our more peaceful locations is the city of Vung Tau in southern Vietnam.
The City of Vung Tau
Vung Tau is located in the south of Vietnam, situated at the tip of a small peninsula, and is home to over 350,000 people. It is a 2 hour journey south-east from Ho Chi Minh City which can be made by public transport, motorbike or hydrofoil (around 120min). It has traditionally been a significant port, particularly during Vietnam’s period of French rule. Today, the city’s importance as a shipping port has diminished, but it still plays a significant role in Vietnam’s offshore oil and tourism industry.
Local Attractions
Vung Tau has over 20km of beaches, including Back Beach (Bai Sau) and Front Beach (Bai Truoc), which are a favorite location for both tourists and locals where it is possible to view the sunrise and sunset. The city also provides historical and cultural appeal with sites such as Thich Ca Phat Dai, a religious pagoda located on the Big Mountain, the Statue of Jesus Christ, located on Small Mountain, and the Robert Taylor Museum of Worldwide Arms.
Local Cuisine
It’s easy to imagine a coastal city being well known for fresh and delicious seafood, but Vung Tau is also home to many traditional food specialties such as Banh Khot, a small crispy pancake cooked with flour and coconut milk, Stingray Hot Pot, Lobster Blood, Oyster Porridge, and Vu Nang Snails to name a few. Vung Tau also has a night market that is considered a real “seafood kingdom” because it is easy to find anything you want, including quite rare species.
Between the sound of waves and the rhythm of the classroom, life here flows with a calm yet vibrant energy. Each lesson and each stroll by the beach remind you that teaching abroad is as much about discovery as it is about growth.
With nearly 30 years of experience in English education in Vietnam, VUS has grown its network to 73 campuses and more than 2,700 qualified teaching staff nationwide.
VUS is proud to be recognized with two awards at the Vietnam Technology Excellence Awards 2025, honored as an Inspirational Brand at APEA for two consecutive years, and acknowledged through various national and international awards.
VUS offers an exciting opportunity for expatriate teachers to grow professionally while discovering the beauty of life and culture in Vietnam. With strong support and international standards, your journey here is more than just teaching — it’s about learning, connecting, and thriving.
- Competitive salary: Rewards that match your talent and contribution.
- Professional growth: Enhance your teaching skills with ongoing training and development.
- Cultural immersion: Experience daily life in Vietnam and build meaningful local connections.
- International-standard environment: Teach with modern facilities, updated resources, and proven methodologies.
- Full integration support: Assistance with administrative paperwork and a dedicated Buddy Program to help you adapt to local culture, especially at provincial campuses.
- Free Vietnamese classes: free for all VUS expat teachers (even during probation), taught by qualified Vietnamese teachers with proven expertise, and built on a tailored curriculum that meets expats’ daily needs.
Start your teaching journey with VUS today!
