How much does a special needs teacher make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 15,430 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $11,250
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 2.8 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $102,600 |
| 2. Luxembourg estimate | $84,190 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $73,360 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $11,670 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $11,250 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $10,890 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $368 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Education officerR 182,400
- Esol teacherR 156,800
- Music teacherR 162,100
- Dance teacherR 101,400
- IT trainerR 178,300
- Prison teacherR 165,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special needs teacher make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 15,430 a month, R 185,100 a year.
How much does a special needs teacher make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 162,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 221,100.
Which country pays a special needs teacher the most?
United States, with a median of $68,620 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a special needs teacher make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $68,620 a year against $11,250 in South Africa, 6.1 times more.
Who makes more, a special needs teacher or an esol teacher?
A special needs teacher: R 185,100 a year against R 156,800 for an esol teacher, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate