97 English Teacher jobs in South Africa

Yearning for adventure beyond the ordinary? Craving vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and meaningful connections? Colombia is calling!

Our English Ambassadors Program isn't just a teaching job; it's a passport to an extraordinary experience where exploration and personal growth go hand-in-hand.

Picture this:

• Salsa dancing under the stars in Cali
• Sipping coffee amidst lush green plantations
• Hiking to ancient ruins shrouded in mist
• Making a genuine difference in the lives of eager students

This is your chance to:

• Immerse yourself in Colombia's rich culture: From bustling cities to tranquil beaches, this diverse country will captivate your senses.
• Turn your passion for travel into purpose: Empower Colombian students with the gift of English, opening doors to their future.
• Build a global network: Connect with fellow adventurers and educators, forging lifelong friendships.
• Rediscover yourself: Embrace challenges, step outside your comfort zone, and return home with a renewed sense of confidence and purpose.

We've got you covered:

• Competitive salary: Live comfortably and explore to your heart's content.
• Full visa sponsorship: We handle the logistics so you can focus on the journey.
• Health insurance & accommodation support: Peace of mind and a comfortable home base.
• Professional development: Grow as an educator and unlock new opportunities.

Ready to Answer the Call?

If you're a fluent English speaker with a TEFL/TESOL/CELTA or a Bachelor's degree, and a thirst for adventure, your Colombian odyssey awaits!

Apply today and let's make some magic happen!

Visit our website for more details and to start your application.

Treverton aims to appoint an experienced and dynamic individual to the position of

Starting October 2025 or January 2026

Treverton is an independent evangelical Christian school, situated on a unique 270-hectare campus in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Treverton caters for boys and girls from Grades 000 to 12 and strives to provide a balanced, quality education based on a strong Christian foundation.

The requirements for this position are:

• The candidate shall be a Christian and an active member of his/her local church.
• Proof of registration with SACE.
• A suitable teaching qualification with the ability to teach English First Language up to Grade 12 level.
• Experience in the independent school sector and IEB teaching experience will be a distinct advantage.
• A willingness to participate in the broader life of the school is a pre-requisite. The ability to coach sport and be actively involved in outdoor adventure activities will be a distinct advantage.

Accommodation on campus can be negotiated as part of the package.

Send your CV with a covering letter, the names of three contactable referees, and a letter of reference from your church pastor to with the subject line “English Teacher”.

Applications received without a letter of reference from your church pastor/leadership will not be considered.

If you do not receive a response from us within two weeks of the application deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Treverton College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognizing and accepting this disclaimer.

Treverton reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date for applications if a suitable candidate is found.

Closing date for applications: 22 August 2025.

Do you want to work with international students in a multi-cultural environment? Do you enjoy planning and executing fun activities and volunteering opportunities for visitors in Cape Town? Are you looking for a customer-facing position with entrepreneurial aspects and responsibilities? This position is ideal for graduate students with passion and energy, who would like to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, showcasing the best that Cape Town has to offer. ESL Teacher : What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate, based on experience and qualifications
• 13–33 teaching hours per week (depending on availability)
• Up to 10 hours of admin duties per month
• Quarterly bonus, based on student course extensions
• Full access to Microsoft Office and a global library of teaching resources from EF campuses worldwide
• Professional growth and development opportunities, including :
• Ongoing training, feedback, and support from both local and international management
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Internal and external CPD (Continuous Professional Development) options
• Career progression opportunities within EF Cape Town
• A vibrant, international work environment :
• Central Cape Town location with Table Mountain views
• Fully equipped classrooms, a dedicated teacher lounge, staff kitchen, and on-site cafeteria
• Free coffee, tea, and water; discounted staff meals
• A diverse student body from over 40 countries
• Friendly, collaborative team atmosphere and regular staff events

ESL Teacher : Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver scheduled contact hours as assigned by the academic office
• Provide engaging, high-quality lessons using EF’s blended learning approach
• Prepare relevant class materials, including syllabi for special interest classes, handouts, quizzes, and assignments
• Complete all required admin tasks accurately and on time
• Support students by answering questions and coordinating with other departments as needed
• Attend and participate in teacher meetings, training sessions, and development activities
• Take part in classroom observations and feedback sessions
• Develop and use supplementary materials in line with EF guidelines to meet learner needs
• Collaborate with academic and support staff to monitor and enhance student progress
• Student- and customer-oriented mindset
• Collaborative and team-focused attitude
• Adaptability, creativity, and a passion for teaching
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues

Requirements

• Matric certificate (high school completion)
• Bachelor’s Degree (any field)
• A minimum 160-hour TEFL (including 6 hours observed teaching) certificate with 1–3 years of teaching experience
• CELTA or CertTESOL qualifications are advantageous but not required. We welcome applications from all qualified TEFL holders.

Remote English Teacher - South Africa

Work from home as an Online English Teacher for adult students worldwide. This role offers guaranteed up to 30 hours weekly with a base rate of $6 USD per hour. Perfect for recent South African graduates looking to build a stable career in education while working remotely.

• Deliver engaging English lessons to adult students, create interactive learning environments, facilitate one-on-one and group instruction, lead discussions, assess student performance, and provide constructive feedback.

• Bachelor's degree in any field
• Accredited 120+ hour TEFL, TESOL or CELTA certification
• Minimum 6 months teaching or tutoring experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Punctuality and precise timekeeping

• Computer with Intel i5 processor or better @ 2.0 GHz, 4 Cores/8 CPUs, 8GB RAM minimum
• Stable fiber internet (20+ Mbps upload/download)
• UPS backup power solution
• Noise-cancelling headset and HD webcam
• Quiet, well-lit teaching environment

• Guaranteed teaching hours
• Professional development opportunities
• Dedicated support team with all materials provided
• Future career advancement possibilities
• Wellness and community programs

Do you want to work with international students in a multi-cultural environment? Do you enjoy planning and executing fun activities and volunteering opportunities for visitors in Cape Town? Are you looking for a customer-facing position with entrepreneurial aspects and responsibilities? This position is ideal for graduate students with passion and energy, who would like to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, showcasing the best that Cape Town has to offer.

ESL Teacher: What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate, based on experience and qualifications
• 13–33 teaching hours per week (depending on availability)
• Up to 10 hours of admin duties per month
• Quarterly bonus, based on student course extensions
• Full access to Microsoft Office and a global library of teaching resources from EF campuses worldwide
• Professional growth and development opportunities, including:
• Ongoing training, feedback, and support from both local and international management
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Internal and external CPD (Continuous Professional Development) options
• Career progression opportunities within EF Cape Town
• A vibrant, international work environment:
• Central Cape Town location with Table Mountain views
• Fully equipped classrooms, a dedicated teacher lounge, staff kitchen, and on-site cafeteria
• Free coffee, tea, and water; discounted staff meals
• A diverse student body from over 40 countries
• Friendly, collaborative team atmosphere and regular staff events

• Deliver scheduled contact hours as assigned by the academic office
• Provide engaging, high-quality lessons using EF’s blended learning approach
• Prepare relevant class materials, including syllabi for special interest classes, handouts, quizzes, and assignments
• Complete all required admin tasks accurately and on time
• Support students by answering questions and coordinating with other departments as needed
• Attend and participate in teacher meetings, training sessions, and development activities
• Take part in classroom observations and feedback sessions
• Develop and use supplementary materials in line with EF guidelines to meet learner needs
• Collaborate with academic and support staff to monitor and enhance student progress
• Student- and customer-oriented mindset
• Collaborative and team-focused attitude
• Adaptability, creativity, and a passion for teaching
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues

• Matric certificate (high school completion)
• Bachelor’s Degree (any field)
• A minimum 160-hour TEFL (including 6 hours observed teaching) certificate with 1–3 years of teaching experience
• CELTA or CertTESOL qualifications are advantageous but not required. We welcome applications from all qualified TEFL holders.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than hundreds of schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.

Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, São Paulo, Tokyo, Zürich, and more. Learn more at .

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.

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Do you want to work with international students in a multi-cultural environment? Do you enjoy planning and executing fun activities and volunteering opportunities for visitors in Cape Town? Are you looking for a customer-facing position with entrepreneurial aspects and responsibilities? This position is ideal for graduate students with passion and energy, who would like to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, showcasing the best that Cape Town has to offer.

ESL Teacher: What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate, based on experience and qualifications
• Workload:
• 13–33 teaching hours per week (depending on availability)
• Up to 10 hours of admin duties per month
• Quarterly bonus, based on student course extensions
• Full access to Microsoft Office and a global library of teaching resources from EF campuses worldwide
• Professional growth and development opportunities, including:
• Ongoing training, feedback, and support from both local and international management
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Internal and external CPD (Continuous Professional Development) options
• Career progression opportunities within EF Cape Town
• A vibrant, international work environment:
• Central Cape Town location with Table Mountain views
• Fully equipped classrooms, a dedicated teacher lounge, staff kitchen, and on-site cafeteria
• Free coffee, tea, and water; discounted staff meals
• A diverse student body from over 40 countries
• Friendly, collaborative team atmosphere and regular staff events
  

• Deliver scheduled contact hours as assigned by the academic office
• Provide engaging, high-quality lessons using EF’s blended learning approach
• Prepare relevant class materials, including syllabi for special interest classes, handouts, quizzes, and assignments
• Complete all required admin tasks accurately and on time
• Support students by answering questions and coordinating with other departments as needed
• Attend and participate in teacher meetings, training sessions, and development activities
• Take part in classroom observations and feedback sessions
• Develop and use supplementary materials in line with EF guidelines to meet learner needs
• Collaborate with academic and support staff to monitor and enhance student progress
  
  

• Student- and customer-oriented mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Collaborative and team-focused attitude
• Adaptability, creativity, and a passion for teaching
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
  
  

• Matric certificate (high school completion)
• Bachelor’s Degree (any field)
• A minimum 160-hour TEFL (including 6 hours observed teaching) certificate with 1–3 years of teaching experience
• CELTA or CertTESOL qualifications are advantageous but not required. We welcome applications from all qualified TEFL holders.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Training, Education, and Other
• Industries Education Administration Programs

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Join to apply for the Online English Teacher role at COREnglish .

We are looking for responsible, committed, and available teachers who are interested in a long-term position. Teachers will work with students over the years to share their love of e-learning and the English language, especially during students' impressionable years.

Teaching experience is very important, and it is mandatory to have a TEFL qualification to teach online.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Regular students each week (stable monthly income)
• Pay rate of 6 USD per hour
• Reliable classes
• Quickly fill your schedule
• Fast hiring process (less than 1 week)
• Active support from experienced teachers and administrative staff

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field; preference for degrees in Language and Education, or related teaching certificates (Required)
• TEFL or TESOL certification (Required)
• Availability to teach part-time or full-time, mainly from 4 pm to 11 pm Beijing time
• Reliable computer (desktop or laptop; Chromebooks not accepted)
• Wired internet connection preferred
• Commitment to teaching at least one semester (6 months)
• Punctuality, responsibility, and a positive attitude

Preferred qualifications:

• Additional TESOL/TESL/TEFL or IELTS certifications
• Experience teaching ESOL or English to young learners
• At least 1 year of online teaching experience

Additional info:

• Lesson plans are provided
• Payments are made monthly, between the 10th and 15th, via bank transfer
• Lessons are 25 minutes long
• Full support provided

Position details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

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Join to apply for the Online English Teacher role at COREnglish .

We are looking for responsible, committed, and available teachers who are interested in long-term engagement. Teachers will work with students for years, sharing their love of e-learning and the English language during students' formative years.

Teaching experience is essential, and a TEFL certification is mandatory for online teaching.

Benefits include:

• Regular students each week (stable monthly income)
• $6 USD per hour
• Reliable classes
• Quickly fill your schedule
• Fast hiring process (less than 1 week)
• Support from experienced teachers and administrative staff

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field (preferably in Language or Education) or related teaching certificates
• TEFL or TESOL certification
• Availability to teach part-time or full-time (afternoons to evenings Beijing time, 4 pm - 11 pm BJT)
• Reliable computer (desktop or laptop; Chromebooks not accepted)
• Wired internet connection preferred
• Commitment to a minimum of one semester (6 months)
• Punctuality and responsibility
• Positive attitude

Preferred qualifications:

• Additional TESOL/TESL/TEFL/IELTS certifications
• Experience teaching ESOL or young learners
• At least 1 year of online teaching experience

Additional info:

• Lesson plans provided
• Monthly payments via bank transfer, between the 10th and 15th
• 25-minute lessons
• Full support provided

*It is important that you can work part-time or full-time.*

Job code: tr24

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Education

• Education Administration Programs

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COREnglish stands at the forefront of global online education and serves as a prominent resource for recruiting educators for schools across Asia.

There are many benefits to working with our team, but here are the main ones:

• Guaranteed hours! Schedule build-up***
• Hours are assigned as soon as you finish your training, no need to wait weeks to get hours assigned.
• Regular Students every week (stable monthly income) Guaranteed*
• Part time - You can manage your schedule and weekly teaching
  hours.
• Active support from a team of awesome veteran teachers and kind Administrative
  Staffers.
• Kids already know a bit of English.
• Teach from wherever you have a stable internet connection.
• 6 USD per hour (fixed)***

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any field – Preference given to degrees in Language and
  Education. (Mandatory)***
• Any related teaching certificate (TESOL, TEFL, etc.) (Mandatory)***
• Able to work at least 20 hours per week anytime within this timeframe (5 PM
  Beijing Time - 11 PM Beijing Time - Monday - Friday) You choose your hours
  within the given timeframe. (Hours & days may vary)***
• Reliable Computer (Desktop or Laptop) Our Software does not accept Chromebooks
• Internet access (Wired connection using cable)
• Commitment to teaching a minimum of one complete semester (6 months)
• Punctual and responsible work ethic.
• A positive attitude.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching English to young learners.

Appreciate your interest in working with us!