Early Childhood Educator and Play Facilitator

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 6,000 - 8,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Generous annual leave and sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks an energetic Early Childhood Educator and Play Facilitator to lead engaging, play-based sessions for young children. This hybrid role blends in-person activities with potential online interaction, shaping cognitive, social and emotional development through supportive, creative learning experiences.

You will plan activities, assess progress, and collaborate with parents while thriving in a forward-thinking team that values flexibility, development opportunities,

Qualifications

• Experience with play-based learning approaches.
• Understanding of child development milestones.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality play-based learning experiences for young children.
• Observe and assess children's progress and document development.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment that encourages exploration.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about learning progress, including digital channels.

Skills

Play-based learning

Child development

Facilitation

Communication

Education

Early Childhood Education (related field)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator and Play Facilitator to join their supportive team in East London . This hybrid role involves leading engaging play-based learning sessions for young children, both in person and potentially through online interactive platforms. You will be responsible for designing stimulating activities that foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator passionate about the power of play to make a meaningful impact on children's learning journey, working within a forward-thinking organization that values innovative approaches to early childhood education in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, play-based learning experiences for young children.
• Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their development and achievements.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment that encourages exploration and creativity.
• Facilitate positive social interactions and emotional development among children.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about their child's learning and development, potentially through digital channels.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Strong understanding of child development and play-based learning methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
• Adaptability to a hybrid work model, comfortable with both in-person and remote interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in early childhood education.
• Generous annual leave and sick leave benefits.
• A positive and collaborative work culture within a supportive team.