Early Years Learning Facilitator

Placements24; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 9,600 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Health benefits

Retirement plan options

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Early Years Learning Facilitator to join a progressive childcare center in Welkom, SA. The role focuses on guiding young children's development through a curriculum that encourages exploration, creativity, and critical thinking, both on-site and through hybrid initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have an ECD qualification, strong curriculum design skills, and a collaborative mindset to foster holistic growth within a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating early years learning programs.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and pedagogical approaches.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage classroom dynamics and inspire young learners.
• Proficiency in using educational technology for hybrid learning components is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that caters to the diverse needs of young learners.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Observe and document children's progress, utilizing assessments to inform instructional planning.
• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to support children's learning and development at home.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and team meetings to enhance teaching practices.

Skills

Curriculum design

Classroom management

Observation & assessment

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Early Years Learning Facilitator to join their progressive childcare center in Welkom . This role focuses on guiding and supporting the development of young children through a curriculum that encourages exploration, creativity, and critical thinking. You will be responsible for creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment, both on-site and potentially through hybrid educational initiatives. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, possesses excellent skills in curriculum design and implementation, and is committed to fostering the holistic growth of every child, collaborating with a dedicated team in the Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that caters to the diverse needs of young learners.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Observe and document children's progress, utilizing assessments to inform instructional planning.
• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to support children's learning and development at home.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and team meetings to enhance teaching practices.

Requirements

• Relevant degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating early years learning programs.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and pedagogical approaches.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage classroom dynamics and inspire young learners.
• Proficiency in using educational technology for hybrid learning components is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Hybrid work flexibility, combining on-site and remote responsibilities.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plan options.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive work culture focused on innovation in early education.