FAQs About Becoming a Teaching in South Africa

Questions like;

  • What Qualifications Do I Need to Become a Teacher in South Africa?
  • How Many Years to Study Teaching in South Africa?
  • How Do I Register as A Teacher in South Africa?
  • Can Foreign Teachers Teach in South Africa?
  • How Can a Foreigner Become a Teacher in South Africa?
  • How Much Does a Qualified Teacher Earn in South Africa?

BeraPortal will answer these questions first then move forward to tell you everything you need to know about “How to Become a Teacher in South Africa”. So, brace yourself for a long story time.

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What Qualifications Do I Need to Become a Teacher in South Africa?

  • Bachelor of Education (BEd): This is a four-year degree program that specifically prepares you for a teaching career. It covers both the subject area you want to teach and the pedagogy (teaching methods) required to be effective in the classroom.
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE): If you already have a bachelor’s degree in another subject, you can take this one-year program to qualify for teaching. This route totals four years of study just like the BEd.

How Many Years to Study Teaching in South Africa?

FOUR-YEAR.

The Bachelor of Education degree (BEd) is a four-year, full-time degree that qualifies you to practise as a teacher within South Africa. Upon qualification, your BEd degree allows you to register as a professional educator with the South African Council for Educators (SACE).

How Do I Register as A Teacher in South Africa?

Complete the application form and submit it to SACE with the following documents:

  • Certified copies of your professional diploma(s) and/or degree certificate(s)
  • Certified copy of your identity document.
  • Pay the registration fee.

Can Foreign Teachers Teach in South Africa?

YES! Understand that registration with the SACE (South African Council for Educators) is a prerequisite. “No foreign educator may be appointed permanently unless such an educator obtains permanent residency”, in terms of the Immigration Act.

How Can a Foreigner Become a Teacher in South Africa?

Your qualification must be recognised for employment in education before you register with SACE.

If your application is successful, SACE will register and issue you with a registration certificate. Find out more about registering as a teacher with the: South African Council for Educators (SACE) – https://www.sace.org.za/

How Much Does a Qualified Teacher Earn in South Africa?

  • The average teacher salary in South Africa is R 252 000 per year and R 129 per hour.
  • Entry-level positions start at R 168 000 per year
  • Most experienced workers make up to R 540 006 per year.

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