Country Guides: South Africa

Over the past decade, South Africa has become firmly positioned on the tourist radar following the end of apartheid and its concentrated effort toward a more harmonious future. Visitors have been making the most of its safaris, exotic beaches and vibrant cities, and discovering a land that is vastly multicultural with 11 official languages. As the continent’s most developed economy, it is equipped with the amenities and transport links to help travellers get the most out of the country. Its development, however, is still a work in progress with stark disparities between white and non-whites, and rich and poor.

Demand For Teachers

Moderate

Main TEFL Regions

Cape Town, Johannesburg

Main Types of Teacing

• Private Language Schools: General English
• State Primary & Secondary Schools: General English, English for Younger Learners

Busiest Periods

February-December

Salary

• US$5-$18 per hour
• Pay is commensurate with a teacher's qualifications and experience.

Tax

25%

Contracts

3 months - 2 years

Visa Requirements

All nationalities require a work visa. Applications must include employment offer.

Requirements

• TEFL qualification
• English speaker