Online English Teacher - Young Learners | Remote | South Africa at The Really Great Teacher Company

What's In It For You

• US$6.50 per hour, paid in USD — real earning power against the rand
• 100% remote — no commute, no classroom chaos, just you and your laptop
• Regular students — your learners stay with you over time, so you build genuine relationships and actually get to watch them grow
• You own your schedule — distribute your hours however suits your life
• Short, punchy 25-minute classes that keep both you and your young learners switched on
• Free professional development via Inspire Academy, our e-learning platform stacked with certified and non-certified courses for online educators
• Real onboarding and real support — you'll never be thrown in the deep end
• A genuine community through our Evolve Program, built around teacher wellness and connection

Position Details

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed tertiary qualification 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

The Teacher Who Thrives Here

• High-energy, interactive, and brings lessons to life for young learners
• Warm, friendly, and encouraging with a naturally positive attitude
• Patient and empathetic, especially with younger and beginner learners
• A clear communicator who's organised and manages time well
• Adaptable, calm under pressure, and a confident problem-solver

Tech Requirements

• Computer: Intel® Core™ i5 or higher, 8GB RAM minimum
• Internet: Fibre connection, 20 Mbps up/30 Mbps down via LAN cable
• Backup Power: UPS with 4–5 hours battery life
• Audio/Video: Noise-cancelling headset and HD webcam