Childcare Development Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development funds

Leadership opportunities

Salary with benefits

Stellenbosch community

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a dedicated Childcare Development Specialist to elevate early learning programs. The role blends curriculum design, staff mentorship, and parent engagement to foster holistic growth in young children.

You will lead training for childcare staff, assess development, collaborate with families, and drive data-informed improvements while navigating a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Child Development, Education, or a related field.
• Significant experience in a senior role within childcare or early education settings.
• Proven expertise in curriculum design and staff training.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with hybrid work models and remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive early learning curricula focused on holistic child development.
• Provide training and ongoing support to childcare staff, ensuring best practices are consistently applied.
• Conduct assessments of children's developmental progress and recommend appropriate interventions or enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians, offering guidance and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of childcare programs, making data-driven adjustments as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Education

Master's degree in Child Development or Education

Tools

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a dedicated Childcare Development Specialist to enhance their early learning programs in Stellenbosch . This hybrid role involves developing and implementing innovative educational strategies, providing mentorship to childcare staff, and engaging with parents to foster a supportive learning ecosystem. You will play a key role in ensuring that the curriculum meets the highest standards of early childhood development, adapting programs to meet the evolving needs of young children. We are seeking a proactive individual with a strong background in education and a passion for creating enriching environments that promote holistic growth, contributing to the excellence of childcare services in the renowned Stellenbosch region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive early learning curricula focused on holistic child development.
• Provide training and ongoing support to childcare staff, ensuring best practices are consistently applied.
• Conduct assessments of children's developmental progress and recommend appropriate interventions or enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians, offering guidance and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of childcare programs, making data-driven adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Child Development , Education, or a related field.
• Significant experience in a senior role within childcare or early education settings.
• Proven expertise in curriculum design and staff training.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with hybrid work models and remote collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for leadership and professional advancement.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge educational resources and professional development funds.
• Contribute to shaping the future of childcare in the vibrant community of Stellenbosch .