Early Childhood Development Facilitator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible remote work

Professional development

Impact on families

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Early Childhood Development Facilitator to support families remotely across Gauteng and beyond. You will design and deliver online workshops, coach families, and develop activities to promote healthy child development.

The role emphasizes empathy, strong communication, and proficiency with virtual platforms to reach parents at home. Flexible remote working and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Early Childhood Development, Psychology, Social Work or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in early childhood education or family support.
• Proven experience facilitating workshops or training sessions, preferably online.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and empathetic listening skills.
• Proficiency in using virtual meeting platforms and digital communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging online workshops and information sessions for parents and caregivers on child development topics.
• Provide personalized coaching and support to families to enhance their capacity to support their children's learning and well-being.
• Develop and curate age-appropriate resources and activities for early childhood learning.
• Assess family needs and recommend appropriate interventions and support strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of participant engagement and program outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Remote facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Education

ECD qualification

Psychology

Social Work

Related field

Tools

Video conferencing

Online collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a nurturing and experienced Early Childhood Development Facilitator to join their dedicated team, serving families remotely. This role is focused on guiding and supporting parents and caregivers in fostering optimal development in young children through evidence-based practices and resources. You will design and deliver engaging virtual workshops and provide personalized guidance to promote a stimulating home learning environment. This is a key position for someone passionate about early childhood education and skilled in remote engagement, making a difference across Gauteng and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging online workshops and information sessions for parents and caregivers on child development topics.
• Provide personalized coaching and support to families to enhance their capacity to support their children's learning and well-being.
• Develop and curate age-appropriate resources and activities for early childhood learning.
• Assess family needs and recommend appropriate interventions and support strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of participant engagement and program outcomes.

Requirements

• A qualification in Early Childhood Development, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in early childhood education or family support.
• Proven experience in facilitating workshops or training sessions, preferably online.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and empathetic listening skills.
• Proficiency in using virtual meeting platforms and digital communication tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on early childhood development from home.
• Access to professional development in early childhood best practices.
• Contribute to strengthening families in the Gauteng community through innovative remote support.