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PART-TIME ESL ENGLISH TUTOR WANTED

wordsmith academy

Cape Town, Western Cape

Salary not listedPart-time · Posted 5 days ago

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This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, teaching roles in South Africa typically pay R12 000 to R35 000 a month (indicative).

Job description

PART-TIME ESL ENGLISH TUTOR WANTED

The Wordsmith Academy is seeking a passionate, professional, and student-focused English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor to join our growing team in Cape Town City Centre.

Position

Part-Time ESL English Tutor

Salary & Benefits

  • R12,000 per month
  • Additional performance-based bonuses awarded for professionalism, reliability, initiative, student satisfaction, and overall contribution to the academy.
  • No weekend work.
  • No public holiday work.

Working Hours

  • Maximum of 4 teaching hours per day
  • Flexible part-time schedule

About The Role

The Wordsmith Academy specializes in helping English language learners improve their fluency, confidence, and communication skills in a supportive and engaging environment.

As an ESL Tutor, you will be responsible for facilitating small-group classes of approximately four students per class. Lessons are primarily conversational in nature and focus on helping students develop practical English communication skills through guided speaking activities, discussions, role-plays, and fluency-building exercises.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Facilitate and manage small classes of approximately four students.
  • Conduct conversational English lessons designed to improve fluency and confidence.
  • Lead speaking activities, discussions, role-plays, and interactive exercises.
  • Encourage student participation and maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
  • Ensure students remain engaged and motivated throughout lessons.
  • Maintain professionalism and uphold the standards of The Wordsmith Academy.
  • Complete basic lesson preparation and administrative tasks when required.

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 1.5–2 years of experience teaching or tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL).
  • A Diploma or higher qualification in:
  • Linguistics
  • Education/Teaching
  • English Language Studies
  • TESOL/TEFL
  • Applied Linguistics
  • Or a related field.
  • Excellent spoken and written English.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to confidently manage small-group classes.
  • Passion for language education and student development.
  • Professional, punctual, and dependable.

Location

Cape Town City Centre

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

  • A detailed CV
  • A Motivation Letter

Application deadline closes by the 1st of July

Email: [email protected]

Enquiries: 068 527 9161

About Us

The Wordsmith Academy is an English language academy dedicated to helping non-native speakers develop real-world communication skills through engaging, student-centred learning experiences. We are committed to creating confident English speakers through practical, interactive instruction.

Pay: R12 100,00 per month

Work Location: In person

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