Preschool Teacher Salary in South Africa
R 6,803
per month
per year
R 81,600
per year
per month
Preschool Teacher Average Salary
The average salary for a Preschool Teacher in SA is R 6 803 gross per month (R 81 600 gross per year), which is 71% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Preschool Teacher can expect an average starting salary of R 5 716. The highest salaries can exceed R 16 480.
Salary Range: a Preschool Teacher can expect an average starting salary of R 5 716. The highest salaries can exceed R 16 480.
R 5,716
Low
R 6,803
Average salary
R 16,480
High
R 68,600
Low
R 81,600
Average salary
R 197,800
High
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Preschool Teacher Salary Range - South Africa
Among Preschool Teachers in South Africa, Preschool Teacher Assistants tend to have the lowest salaries, while senior/more experienced/highly skilled ---- professionals/workers/positions/roles/Preschool Teachers like Private Preschool Teachers or Nursery School Teachers enjoy the highest salaries.
Preschool Teacher - Salary Differences
| Job | Salary | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery School Teacher | R 9,250/month | +36% |
| Private Preschool Teacher | R 7,620/month | +12% |
| Daycare Teacher | R 4,690/month | -31% |
| Preschool Teacher Assistant | R 2,450/month | -64% |
Preschool Teacher - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Preschool Teacher with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 69 000 gross per year. A mid career Preschool Teacher with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 80 000, while an experienced Preschool Teacher with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 114 000. Preschool Teachers with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 130 000 a year.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Preschool Teacher in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +59% |
| Experienced | ▲ +40% |
| Average Salary | R 81,600/year |
| Mid Career | ▼ -2% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -15% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
83%
83%
Male
17%
17%
Preschool Teacher - Related Salaries
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