Online English Tutor | Work Remotely Anywhere in South Africa

The Faculty

Cape Town

Remote

ZAR 167,400 - 279,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and practical support
Flexible setup with part-time and full-time options

Job summary

The Faculty is looking for Online English Tutors who can teach remotely from South Africa. Ideal candidates will enjoy delivering engaging English lessons to a diverse international student body using established teaching methods. Key responsibilities include maintaining a professional classroom environment and adapting teaching styles. Required qualifications include a completed matric certificate, a TEFL/TESOL certificate, and strong communication skills. Flexible working hours and ongoing support are offered in this role.

Qualifications

  • A completed matric certificate is required.
  • A bachelor's degree is a plus.
  • A 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate is needed.
  • Excellent spoken and written English with a neutral accent is required.
  • Confidence using Zoom and other basic tech tools is necessary.
  • Strong online classroom presence and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging, interactive lessons using a structured teaching framework.
  • Work with learners from different cultures and levels.
  • Maintain a professional and positive virtual classroom environment.
  • Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Excellent spoken and written English with a neutral accent
Confidence using Zoom and basic tech tools
Strong online classroom presence
Communication skills

Education

Completed matric certificate
Bachelor's degree
120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate

Job description

Online English Tutor | Work Remotely Anywhere in South Africa

If you’re looking for a flexible teaching role that fits around your schedule, without sacrificing structure or support, this could be worth exploring.

We’re expanding our remote teaching team and are looking for reliable, engaging Online English Tutors to work with students across the globe. Whether you’re early in your career or already experienced, the focus here is simple: consistent delivery, strong learner engagement, and steady progress over time.

What this role involves

You’ll be teaching live, online English lessons using a structured approach designed to keep sessions focused and interactive. Students come from a range of backgrounds, so part of the role is adapting your delivery style while maintaining a clear, professional classroom environment.

There’s no need to build lessons from scratch; the methodology and material is already in place. Your role is to deliver it effectively, keep learners engaged, and guide them through each session with confidence.

What you can expect
  • A flexible setup with part-time and full-time options
  • Ongoing training and practical support as you settle in
  • A teaching platform designed to keep lessons structured and easy to follow
  • Continuous feedback to help you refine your delivery
  • Exposure to a diverse, international student base
Key responsibilities
  • Deliver engaging, interactive lessons using the structured teaching framework
  • Work with learners from different cultures, levels, and learning styles
  • Maintain a professional and positive virtual classroom environment
  • Monitor learner progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
Required Qualifications & Experience
  • A completed matric certificate is required.
  • A bachelor’s degree is a plus
  • A 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate
  • Excellent spoken and written English with a neutral accent
  • Confidence using Zoom and other basic tech tools
  • Strong online classroom presence and communication skills
Equipment & Infrastructure:
  • Laptop/PC with Quad Core i5/Ryzen5/Apple M1 processor or higher and 8GB RAM
  • Stable fibre internet with 25 Mbps download/upload minimum (LAN cable connection only)
  • Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) that provides 4–5 hours of backup power
  • Separate mini-UPS to keep your fibre router powered during outages
  • Noise-cancelling headset, HD webcam, and a quiet, professional workspace
Applying

If you’re comfortable working online, enjoy structured teaching, and want a role that offers flexibility without being unstructured, you’re welcome to apply.

We receive a high volume of applications, so please allow up to three weeks for feedback. If you haven’t heard back within that time, your application has likely not moved forward.

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