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Online English Teacher - Young Learners | Remote | South Africa

The Really Great Teacher Company
6 days ago
Part-time
Remote

Introduction

You did the work. The diploma, the TEFL, the real hours in front of real learners. So why does teaching still mean long commutes, overcrowded classrooms, and a paycheck that never quite reflects the effort?

Here's a different version of the job. Same skills, same passion — but now from your own home, on a schedule you build yourself, earning in US dollars.

The Really Great Teacher Company is looking for qualified, South Africa-based English teachers to teach young learners online. If you're energetic, love working with young learners, and want your qualifications to finally count for something — keep reading.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Start Date: Immediate, upon completion of recruitment and onboarding
  • Location: 100% remote — must be based in South Africa
  • Students: Young learners aged 4–16, based in China, proficiency A1–C1
  • Class Type: One-on-one and one-on-two (max two learners per class)
  • Language of Instruction: English
  • Platform: ClassIn
  • Rate: US$6.50 per hour
  • Class Duration: 25 minutes (regular); 21–25 minutes (demo)
  • Contract Type: Independent Contractor (remote)
  • Hours: Minimum 14 hours per week, within the teaching window of 12:00–15:30 SAST (18:00–21:30 BJT),Monday to Sunday. You decide how to spread your hours — up to a maximum of six days a week.
  • Bookings: Hours run on student bookings rather than fixed guaranteed hours. Reliable teachers with regular students tend to build steady, recurring schedules.

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Completed National Diploma (tertiary) in any field
  • Accredited 120-hour TEFL, TESOL, CELTA or equivalent certification
  • Minimum 1 year of teaching experience
  • Clear, effective spoken English
  • A consistent weekly availability you can genuinely commit to — this client values a stable schedule, not week-to-week chopping and changing

 

Tech Requirements:

  • Computer: Intel® Core™ i5 or higher, 8GB RAM minimum
  • Internet: Fibre connection, 20 Mbps up/down via LAN cable
  • Backup Power: UPS with 4–5 hours battery life
  • Audio/Video: Noise-cancelling headset and HD webcam

Interested?