Early Childhood Development Coordinator (Remote)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup allowance

Flexible working hours

Professional development & online cert

Competitive salary & incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Development Coordinator to design and oversee remote learning programs for young children. You will leverage digital tools to connect educators, parents, and communities, delivering high-quality curricula and virtual support.

You will lead curriculum development, mentor remote teams, monitor outcomes with online assessments, and stay current with best practices in ECD and digital learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in ECD with curriculum development and program management.
• Experience delivering content online via remote platforms.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and curate engaging, age-appropriate early learning curriculum and activities suitable for remote delivery.
• Provide virtual support, training, and mentorship to childcare providers and educators implementing the curriculum.
• Monitor program effectiveness through online assessments, feedback collection, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to promote home-based learning initiatives and child development strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in early childhood education and digital learning technologies.
• Organize and facilitate virtual workshops and parent engagement sessions.

Skills

5+ years in ECE

Curriculum development

Program management

Remote/online education delivery

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Digital collaboration software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Development Coordinator to join their innovative team, operating entirely remotely. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and overseeing early learning programs that foster the holistic development of young children. You will leverage digital tools and platforms to connect with educators, parents, and community stakeholders, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, developmentally appropriate curricula. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of early education from the comfort of your own home, making a tangible impact on children's learning journeys across various communities, all within a supportive and forward-thinking virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and curate engaging, age-appropriate early learning curriculum and activities suitable for remote delivery.
• Provide virtual support, training, and mentorship to childcare providers and educators implementing the curriculum.
• Monitor program effectiveness through online assessments, feedback collection, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to promote home-based learning initiatives and child development strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in early childhood education and digital learning technologies.
• Organize and facilitate virtual workshops and parent engagement sessions.

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 and program management.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering educational content through online platforms or virtual settings.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to manage remote teams and projects effectively.
• Proficiency in using video conferencing tools , learning management systems (LMS), and other digital collaboration software.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive remote work setup allowance.
• Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and online certification courses.
• A collaborative and inclusive virtual team culture committed to child development.