Early Childhood Development Coordinator

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office allowance

Professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Early Childhood Development Coordinator for a fully remote role. You will design and implement engaging curriculum for young children from a home office, fostering holistic growth and ensuring activities align with developmental milestones.

You will support remote educators and parents, monitor progress with digital reporting tools, source resources, and deliver virtual workshops.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in early childhood education with curriculum development.
• Experience coordinating educational programs, preferably remote.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and milestones.
• Excellent communication, organization and digital literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and curate age-appropriate curriculum for remote delivery.
• Provide guidance to remote educators and parents on strategies.
• Assess and monitor developmental progress using digital reporting tools.
• Source and recommend educational resources and materials.
• Organize and facilitate virtual workshops for parents and educators.
• Maintain records of progress and program effectiveness.

Skills

Curriculum development

Remote coordination

Communication

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Learning management systems

Video conferencing tools

Digital reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Early Childhood Development Coordinator to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role focuses on developing and implementing engaging educational programs for young children from the comfort of your home office. You will play a crucial part in shaping the foundational learning experiences of children, ensuring they are nurtured and stimulated in a way that promotes holistic growth and development, all while fostering a supportive and collaborative remote work environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on early education.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and curate age-appropriate curriculum and learning activities for early childhood education, suitable for remote delivery.
• Provide guidance and support to remote educators and parents on implementing educational strategies effectively.
• Assess and monitor children's developmental progress through observation and digital reporting tools.
• Source and recommend educational resources, toys, and materials that align with developmental goals.
• Organize and facilitate virtual workshops and training sessions for parents and educators on child development topics.
• Maintain detailed records of children's progress and program effectiveness for reporting purposes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with a focus on curriculum development.
• Proven experience in managing or coordinating educational programs, preferably in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of child psychology, developmental milestones, and learning theories.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and digital literacy skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including mental health support.
• Flexible remote working hours and the ability to work from anywhere within South Africa.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in early childhood education.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and ongoing resource acquisition.