Early Childhood Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & incentives

Health, dental, vision insurance

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Curriculum Developer to design and refine curriculum materials for children aged 2-6 in a hybrid Benoni role. You will build engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with best practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with educators, integration of educational technologies, and ongoing refinement based on feedback. A Master's degree and 5+ years of curriculum development experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Design, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in early childhood education focusing on curriculum development.
• Ability to create age-appropriate and engaging learning materials.
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital content creation.
• Strong research, writing, and collaboration skills for hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop play-based curriculum frameworks for ages 2-6.
• Create activity guides, worksheets, and digital resources aligned to objectives.
• Research best practices and trends to inform curriculum design.
• Pilot, review, and revise materials based on feedback and evaluation.
• Ensure content is inclusive and culturally responsive.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Design

Tools

Educational technology tools

Digital content creation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and knowledgeable Early Childhood Curriculum Developer to contribute to their innovative educational programs in Benoni. This hybrid role requires a blend of in-person collaboration and remote work, focusing on designing, developing, and refining curriculum materials for young learners. You will play a key role in shaping learning experiences that are developmentally appropriate, engaging, and aligned with educational best practices. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator to leverage their expertise in curriculum design to impact early childhood education positively, working within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive, play-based curriculum frameworks and lesson plans for children aged 2-6.
• Create diverse educational materials, including activity guides, worksheets, and digital resources, that align with learning objectives.
• Research and integrate current best practices and emerging trends in early childhood education into curriculum design.
• Collaborate with educators and stakeholders to pilot, review, and revise curriculum materials based on feedback and evaluation.
• Ensure all curriculum content is inclusive, culturally responsive, and supports the holistic development of young children.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with a strong focus on curriculum development.
• Demonstrated expertise in creating age-appropriate and engaging learning materials.
• Proficiency in educational technology and digital content creation tools.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and collaborative skills, suited for a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work with on-site collaboration.
• Generous opportunities for professional development and attending educational conferences.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation in early childhood education.