Hire ESL & English Teachers | The International ESL Job Board

ESLGorilla is the dedicated international ESL job board connecting schools, recruitment agencies, language centres, universities, and online platforms with active ESL and English teachers worldwide. Over 14,000 candidates browse the platform every week — searching for positions in China, South Korea, Japan, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and online. Post your vacancy from $39 and receive direct applications to your inbox.

Why Schools & Recruiters Choose ESLGorilla

Hire ESL Teachers in 4 Steps

  1. Create a free school account — takes under 2 minutes
  2. Describe your role or use the AI listing builder to format it instantly
  3. Choose a plan from $39 and publish — your listing goes live immediately
  4. Receive direct applications from qualified ESL and English teachers to your inbox

Hire ESL Teachers — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I hire ESL teachers for my school?
Post a job listing on ESLGorilla with your salary, visa sponsorship details, and required qualifications. ESL and English teacher candidates apply directly to your inbox — often within hours of posting.
How much does it cost to hire ESL teachers without an agency?
ESLGorilla charges a flat listing fee — Starter $39 (14 days), Standard $59 (30 days), or Unlimited from $149/month. No placement fees, no commission — compare to agency fees of 10–20% of first-year salary ($3,000–$8,000 per hire).
How quickly can I hire an ESL or English teacher?
Most listings receive applications within hours. Hire timelines: online roles 1–2 weeks; Korea (E-2 visa) 6–10 weeks; China (Z-visa) 10–16 weeks; UAE/Saudi Arabia 8–12 weeks. Post at least 3 months ahead for international hires requiring visa sponsorship.
What types of schools hire ESL teachers on ESLGorilla?
Kindergartens, international K-12 schools, hagwons, language training centres, universities, government programs (EPIK, JET), corporate English training providers, and online ESL platforms all hire through ESLGorilla worldwide.
Where can I hire English teachers internationally?
ESLGorilla is one of the most effective places to hire English teachers for international positions. The platform reaches candidates actively searching for English teaching roles across Asia, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and online — covering markets where demand for qualified English teachers is highest. Post your vacancy and receive direct applications from candidates who are already researching your destination.
How do I recruit ESL teachers for my school or program?
Post your vacancy on ESLGorilla with a clear salary range, start date, required qualifications, and visa sponsorship details. The AI listing builder formats your post in under 5 minutes. Applications arrive directly to your inbox from ESL and English teacher candidates who match your market — schools and recruitment agencies both use this process to build candidate pipelines quickly.