Curriculum Developer - Early Childhood Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Curriculum Developer specializing in Early Childhood Education to design and refine age-appropriate curricula that promote holistic development in Centurion. You will collaborate with educational specialists to create engaging materials and frameworks aligned with modern pedagogical principles.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in ECE or related field and 7+ years in curriculum development, with strong knowledge of child development theories and both digital

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in ECE or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in curriculum development or instructional design focused on ECE.
• Strong knowledge of child development theories and learning frameworks.
• Experience creating digital and print educational materials.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative curricula for early childhood education programs, targeting specific age groups.
• Create engaging learning activities, lesson plans, and educational resources for educators and children.
• Ensure curriculum content is developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and aligned with best practices in ECE.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate and revise existing curricula based on feedback, research, and educational outcomes.
• Develop training materials and provide guidance to educators on curriculum implementation.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Curriculum Developer with a specialization in Early Childhood Education to contribute to educational innovation in Centurion. This role focuses on designing, developing, and refining age-appropriate curricula that foster holistic child development, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. You will work with a team of educational specialists to create engaging learning materials and frameworks that align with modern pedagogical principles and developmental psychology. This position is ideal for an individual passionate about shaping the foundational years of learning and making a tangible impact on early childhood education practices within the Centurion region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative curricula for early childhood education programs, targeting specific age groups.
• Create engaging learning activities, lesson plans, and educational resources for educators and children.
• Ensure curriculum content is developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and aligned with best practices in ECE.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate and revise existing curricula based on feedback, research, and educational outcomes.
• Develop training materials and provide guidance to educators on curriculum implementation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in curriculum development or instructional design, with a focus on ECE.
• In-depth knowledge of child development theories and early learning frameworks.
• Experience in creating digital and print-based educational materials.
• Strong research, analytical, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Flexible working hours and remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to influence educational standards.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Project completion bonuses.