Early Childhood Development Specialist

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Early Childhood Development Specialist for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will design and deliver online curricula, support educators and parents remotely, and monitor child progress through virtual assessments.

The position emphasizes innovative pedagogy and digital tools to broaden access to high-quality early learning. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in ECE or Psychology, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and strong communication and LMS skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in early childhood education or curriculum development.
• Proven ability to design engaging content for virtual learning environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills for online interactions.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools and learning management systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine early childhood education curricula and learning materials for online delivery.
• Provide remote guidance and support to childcare providers and parents on implementing educational activities.
• Conduct virtual assessments and progress monitoring for children participating in the programs.
• Research and integrate the latest pedagogical approaches and technological tools into program delivery.
• Facilitate online workshops and training sessions for educators and caregivers.

Skills

Curriculum design for virtual learning

Online communication

Digital collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and innovative Early Childhood Development Specialist to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This role is crucial in developing and implementing engaging educational programs for young children, focusing on fostering cognitive, social, and emotional growth. You will leverage digital tools and platforms to connect with educators, parents, and children, ensuring high-quality learning experiences are accessible regardless of geographical location. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on early learning strategies and contribute to shaping the future of childcare from the comfort of your home office, working within a collaborative and supportive online environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine early childhood education curricula and learning materials for online delivery.
• Provide remote guidance and support to childcare providers and parents on implementing educational activities.
• Conduct virtual assessments and progress monitoring for children participating in the programs.
• Research and integrate the latest pedagogical approaches and technological tools into program delivery.
• Facilitate online workshops and training sessions for educators and caregivers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in early childhood education or curriculum development.
• Proven ability to design engaging content for virtual learning environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills for online interactions.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools and learning management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.