Are you looking to work in a beautiful and unique destination with history, culture, exotic wildlife and beautiful beaches? Apply to teach in South Africa! There are paid jobs and voluntary positions available all year round.
TEFL Jobs in South Africa
For paid TEFL jobs in South Africa salaries vary depending on the employer but expect around $1000 per month. Some companies will pay for accommodation and flight, but this is rare, especially compared to teaching jobs in Asia and the Middle East. Most jobs can be found in places like Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and Pretoria.
Voluntary Teaching Jobs in South Africa
If you want to give back, a lot of townships and communities don’t get much help from the government and need help to develop.
International teachers in South Africa have the opportunity to participate on community projects in a township and then assisting in schools in a ‘coloured’ township.
Teachers have the opportunity to be involved in a range of academic and extracurricular activities, from English and math tutoring to debate club and excursions. Apply to join if you are looking for an incredible experience to see South Africa’s incredible evolution as a country!
Your placement in South Africa will usually begin with a week of orientation. This training includes both formal and informal sessions such as an introduction to the culture and development of South Africa, visits to the schools and communities where volunteers work, and information on health and safety issues.
Employers will usually also address the history of race relations, the impact of HIV/AIDS on the country, and other contemporary social issues. During orientation, teachers stay together at a camp or retreat center.