Bangkok

January 8 - 10, 2027

BANGKOK
THAILAND

Fair Organizers: Nick Kendell, Harry Deelman

Search Associates invites you to the prestigious Bangkok Fair, your one-stop shop for connecting with a diverse range of international schools!

WHY ATTEND?

If you’d like to meet a wide range of international schools and recruiters in one place, we’d love you to join us at the Search Associates Bangkok Job Fair.

The Fair provides valuable opportunities for face-to-face interviews, professional conversations, networking and social events. Meet recruiters, learn first-hand about schools, their communities, cultures and educational philosophies, and explore opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

Meet international school recruiters: Connect with representatives from around 130+ international schools, many from across Asia, recruiting educators across a broad range of subjects, roles and experience levels.

Make meaningful connections: Face-to-face conversations give you the opportunity to introduce yourself beyond your CV, ask questions and gain a better understanding of individual schools and available opportunities.

Access support from our team: The Fair advisors are ready to assist as you participate in the Fair, helping you make informed decisions throughout the recruitment process.

Explore opportunities: Interviews may be arranged during the Fair, and some educators may receive employment offers. Recruitment, selection and appointment decisions remain between educators and individual schools.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Check the fair schedule to find more details, including pre-fair preparation. The Sign-up session late in the afternoon of Friday January 8th is when the majority of interview times will be arranged. If you can't attend then, it will not be worth registering for the fair.

• Connections: Schedule face-to-face interviews and build valuable connections with schools from all corners of the globe.
• Competitive edge: Receive expert advice from your Search Associates advisor to ensure you're a strong contender for the positions available.

WHO IS THE BANGKOK FAIR FOR?

The Fair attracts a diverse group of international educators, including experienced international teachers considering their next move, strong teaching couples and single educators, subject specialists, school leaders and other qualified educators across a range of disciplines.

Attendance is by invitation. Educators are invited where their experience and qualifications are considered relevant to the anticipated recruitment needs of schools attending the Fair, giving both educators and recruiters meaningful opportunities to connect.

Some schools will be looking to employ educators who have IB experience. Check the list of registered schools in October and do your homework beforehand. You may stand out more at a smaller fair, (as these fairs usually attract local teachers many of whom do not have international experience).

HOW TO APPLY

RECRUITERS

If your school is interested in attending this fair, please contact Nick Kendell 

There may be a wait-list established as space is limited.

EDUCATORS

• Educators who are new to Search Associates and wish to attend the Bangkok Fair look first at the region in which you live and register with the associate responsible for the region. If you are international (living outside of the US, UK, Canada, Australia/New Zealand), you may register with either Nick Kendell or Harry Deelman.
• Already registered? Email your Search Associate: Discuss your career aspirations and determine if the Bangkok Fair aligns with your goals.
• Request your invitation: Registered educators can request an invitation through their Search Associates dashboard from August 16th, 2026. 
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From September/ October, click on the tab, 'Schools Attending' on this page, for an up-to-date record of registered schools. This list will grow as schools finalise their hiring needs. Check back frequently to see the school list which will automatically update as schools register to attend, and/or cancel their attendance.

Contact us now to learn more and secure your spot.  

Please read the (FAQs) about "Job Fairs" if you have any questions.

Venue: Marriott Marquis Queens Park, 199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Klong Ton, Klong Toey, Bangkok  10110 Thailand.

Phone: +66 2 059 5555      Fax: +66 2 059 5888

Arrival: Thursday 7th January (evening) recommended.

Registration: Friday 8th January, from 08:00 - 12:00. 

Departure: Best planned after 17:00 Sunday evening, January 10th.

Candidate experience: Internationally experienced educators with a variety of curricula and subject area experience.

Hotel Bookings: We have made arrangements to block rooms, at a discounted rate, for attendees. 

Please do not call the hotel directly or use a travel agent to make your reservation, as this will not allow you to get the discounted hotel rate. You can find the link in your Fair Invitation or on your fair dashboard. There are a limited number of rooms at the discounted rate -  book early to avoid disappointment.

Equipment: Paper documents are not issued at this fair. Bring your laptop with you. A self-print print facility is available in the lobby for limited copies.

The fair schedule and other important information, will be updated on the Bangkok Fair page in the coming months. We strongly encourage you to log on and check this page frequently to see any information that may have been posted about the fair.

IMPORTANT DATES

• On January 1: The Fair Portal opens and educators can research attending schools, etc. Online orientation at 13:00 Bangkok time.

In the months leading up to the fair, you’ll receive 4–5 emails with important information to help you prepare and get the most out of your experience.
Each message will cover something different, so please be sure to read them all carefully as they’re designed to support you every step of the way.

We are very happy to help if you have any special requests or questions. Please contact Harry Deelman. 

Kind regards (from the joint fair organisers),

Nick and Paula Kendell

Harry and Margaret Deelman

Fair Location: Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

(not the similarly named Bangkok Marriott Hotel, Sukhumvit!)

Address: 199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Klongton, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110 Thailand: +662 059 5555

How to get to the hotel

Suvarnabhumi (Sah-var-nah-boom) International Airport handles international flights. (IF ARRIVING FROM WITHIN THAILAND, YOUR FLIGHT MAY USE DON MUEANG AIRPORT). 

Change money at the airport bank stalls; be sure to get a few Baht 20 and Baht 50 bills. 

METERED TAXI

Taxis operate 24 hours a day on Level 1, between Gates 4 and 7. Passengers obtain a queue ticket before proceeding to the allocated taxi. There is a taxi counter with personnel to ensure the driver understands your destination. Have the hotel and its address written on a piece of paper for ease of understanding. It is best to get a metered taxi to your hotel. Tipping is not expected, but appreciated.  

Taxi fares vary depending on traffic, route, tolls and luggage. Allow approximately THB500–700. Tell the taxi:  Marriott Marquis hotel, Sukhumvit Soi 22.

GRAB INFORMATION

Grab has an official pickup point at Level 1, Gate 4 (outer curb) and operates 24 hours

AIRPORT TRANSFER

The Marriott Hotel is located 36 kilometres from the Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Alternate transportation: Bangkok Marriott Marquis Limo Service; fee: THB 2,000 one way or THB 4,000 return; reservation required.

MOBILE PHONES & INTERNET

Free Wi-Fi is available at the hotel. Visitors can also purchase a Thai tourist SIM/eSIM or use their usual mobile provider's international roaming service. Apps such as WhatsApp, FaceTime and Messenger make it easy to stay in contact internationally using Wi-Fi or mobile data.

FAIR HOTEL: Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

Fair attendees are NOT required to stay at the Fair Hotel, but there is a distinct advantage in terms of availability for interviews and "exposure" to the recruiters, all of whom stay at the Marriott Marquis.  A limited number of rooms have been blocked for this event. (There are many inexpensive hotels a short taxi ride or walk away - see below).

Recruiters - please reserve your room at the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park using the link to the hotel’s online reservation system provided in your confirmation email. 

Booking accommodation through this link helps ensure attendees are accommodated together within the same tower of the Marriott where possible. Fair attendees will also have elevator access to these floors during business hours as access will be unlocked where required.   

Note that the hotel could be fully booked by December, so we strongly recommend that reservations be made EARLY (Sept/Oct) and no later than 18th December to receive the preferred rate. Bookings made after 18th December are at the Hotel's discretion and the preferred rate cannot be guaranteed. 

Guest-room rates are subject to 10% service charge and applicable government tax on room rate and service charge, effectively a total of 17.7% in effect at the time of check-out. Rates will be available 3 days prior and 3 days after the fair dates, subject to availability of guest rooms at the time of reservation.

All hotel accommodation is the responsibility of the attendee.

Group name: Search Associates     

Contact person: Nick Kendell

Address: Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, 199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Klong Ton, Klong Toey, Bangkok  10110 Thailand

Phone: +66 2 059 5555      

RATE INCLUSIONS

•   High-speed internet access in guest rooms, and complimentary use of gym facilities.  Buffet breakfast, for both single and double-occupied rooms. Breakfast is available in the "Goji Kitchen". Peak time for breakfast is around 07:00, so please allow for this in your schedule.

The hotel is providing sandwiches, courtesy of Search Associates. The hotel menu will include vegetarian options and gluten free options and fruit each day. If you have other dietary restrictions, please supplement this with your own food.

•    Complimentary parking. See the Help Desk for validation.

Guests should be able to use the WIFI throughout all public areas without disruptions, except in the elevators which do not have coverage.

CANCELLATIONS AND 'NO SHOWS'

Hotel cancellations are the responsibility of the attendee. Cancellations made 21 days before your booking will incur no forfeiture amount.

Any cancellations after this date will incur 100% room charge. NO EXCEPTIONS.

For recruiters:

We encourage recruiters to use the interview locations provided on the 2nd and 5th floors and the mezzanine level. Alternatively, additional interview rooms may be arranged directly with the hotel.

For recruiters choosing to interview in their hotel room - 

• There is limited availability of early morning room cleaning. Please request this if required, when making your booking.
• Two chairs come standard in each room. Request 1 or 2 extra chairs when checking in. (Only applies to rooms with King beds, not twins due to size constraints).

Sending materials to the hotel? Send via D.D.P (delivery duty paid in Thailand).

Attention: Khun TANAPORN TANGSIRIPATHANAWONG (MUI)

DIRECTOR OF EVENT MANAGEMENT   

Tanaporn.Tangsiripathanawong@marriotthotels.com

Search Associates Job Fair

Recruiter name - XXXXX

Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park

199 Sukhumvit Soi22, KlongTon, Klong Toey

Bangkok 10110, Thailand

T: +66 (0)2 059 5555

Here are some affordable hotel options within walking distance or a short BTS/tram ride from the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park in the Sukhumvit area.

• Rezt Bangkok
  Budget-friendly and very close to the Marriott. Popular with travellers wanting simple, clean accommodation near Sukhumvit and Phrom Phong.
• S Box Sukhumvit Hotel
  Compact modern rooms in a great location near restaurants, BTS access, and the fair venue.
• Barn & Bed Hostel
  A social hostel option ideal for teachers wanting very affordable accommodation and a central location.
• Ibis Bangkok Sukhumvit 24
  Reliable international budget hotel brand within easy walking distance of the Marriott.
• Park Plaza Bangkok Soi 18
  Slightly more comfortable mid-range option that is often well-priced for Bangkok standards.
• Holiday Inn Bangkok Sukhumvit by IHG
  Frequently offers competitive rates and is convenient for BTS transport and restaurants.
• USMAN HALAL HOME
  Simple low-cost guesthouse option very close to Sukhumvit 22.
• Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20
  Not ultra-budget, but often good value when sharing rooms with another teacher.

Fair attendees looking to minimise costs often stay around Sukhumvit Soi 18–24 because it is walkable to the fair venue, close to BTS stations, food courts, supermarkets, and inexpensive local restaurants.