Early Childhood Curriculum Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work schedule

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Educational innovation

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an experienced Early Childhood Curriculum Specialist to develop and implement a cutting-edge curriculum for young learners.

You will collaborate with educators and management, provide training, and ensure alignment with developmental milestones. The role offers hybrid work, competitive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to educational innovation in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in early childhood education with curriculum design.
• Strong knowledge of child development theories.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience training/mentoring educators.
• Hybrid work and edtech experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and update curriculum frameworks and learning materials.
• Research current trends and best practices to inform curriculum development.
• Provide training and professional development to teaching staff.
• Evaluate curriculum effectiveness and revise as needed.
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and administrators for curriculum buy-in.
• Ensure alignment with developmental milestones and standards.

Skills

Curriculum design

Curriculum development

Training and mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly skilled Early Childhood Curriculum Specialist to join their innovative team in Sandton . This role involves developing, refining, and implementing a cutting-edge early childhood education curriculum that supports the holistic development of young children. You will work closely with educators and management to ensure the curriculum is engaging, effective, and aligned with current pedagogical research and best practices. This position offers a dynamic hybrid work arrangement, allowing for collaboration both on-site and remotely, and is key to elevating the educational standards within their organization in the prestigious Sandton area, Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and update early childhood curriculum frameworks and learning materials.
• Conduct research on current trends and best practices in early childhood education to inform curriculum development.
• Provide training and professional development to teaching staff on curriculum implementation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum and make necessary revisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including educators, parents, and administrators, to ensure curriculum relevance and buy-in.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with developmental milestones and educational standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in early childhood education, with a focus on curriculum design and implementation.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and diverse learning needs.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Proven ability to train and mentor educators.
• Experience with hybrid work models and educational technology is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule combining on-site and remote work.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and contribution to educational innovation.
• Access to resources and a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence.
• Play a key role in shaping the educational experiences of young children in Sandton .