Early Years Educator & Play Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time remote work

Flexible schedule

Global platform impact

Experience in educational technology

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Early Years Educator & Play Specialist for a part-time, fully remote role. You will design engaging digital play-based learning experiences for 3-5 year-olds, produce video content, and craft clear instructions for families.

The position emphasizes creativity, pedagogy, and collaboration with design teams, enabling education access on a global scale. You will develop interactive activities, align content with early learning frameworks, and stay current with

Qualifications

• Qualification in Early Childhood Education, Pedagogy, or related field.
• Proven experience in early years education and curriculum development.
• Strong understanding of play-based learning theories.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging digital activities and games for preschool children (3-5).
• Create interactive story times, virtual crafts, and movement activities for online platform.
• Develop content aligned with early learning frameworks to promote holistic development.
• Produce video content demonstrating play-based learning and pedagogical approaches.
• Write clear instructions for parents and children participating online activities.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to realize digital learning experiences.
• Stay updated on trends in online education and early childhood development.
• Provide feedback on user engagement and suggest improvements to platform content.
• Maintain a consistent content delivery schedule and host virtual sessions.

Skills

Play-based learning

Digital content creation

Curriculum development

Video editing

Remote work

Communication

Education

Early Childhood Education

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative online learning platform focused on early childhood development, is seeking a creative and experienced Early Years Educator & Play Specialist. This is a part-time, fully remote position, perfect for educators looking to leverage their skills in designing engaging digital play-based learning experiences. You will be responsible for developing interactive content, virtual activities, and pedagogical strategies that promote holistic child development for children aged 3-5. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of play-based learning, child psychology, and digital content creation. This role offers the flexibility to work from home while contributing to a global mission of making quality early education accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging, age-appropriate digital activities and games for preschool-aged children (3-5 years).
• Create interactive story times, virtual craft sessions, and movement activities suitable for an online platform.
• Develop educational content that aligns with early learning frameworks and promotes cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Create video content demonstrating play-based learning activities and pedagogical approaches.
• Write clear and concise instructions for parents and children participating in online activities.
• Collaborate with graphic designers and developers to bring digital learning experiences to life.
• Stay updated on trends in online education and early childhood development.
• Provide feedback on user engagement and suggest improvements for the platform's content.
• Maintain a consistent schedule for content delivery and virtual session hosting.
• Ensure all content is safe, inclusive, and promotes positive learning outcomes.

Requirements

• A qualification in Early Childhood Education, Pedagogy, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an early years educator, preferably with experience in curriculum development.
• Strong understanding of play-based learning theories and their application in early childhood.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging and interactive content for young children.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable and proficient in using digital tools and platforms for content creation and delivery.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with video recording and editing is a significant advantage.
• A passion for making early childhood education accessible and engaging online.

Benefits

• This is a part-time, remote position offering excellent flexibility to work from home.
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of digital early childhood education.
• Contribute to a platform impacting children globally.
• Gain experience in educational technology and content creation.
• Be part of an innovative and supportive virtual team.
• Enjoy a role that allows you to combine your passion for teaching with creative digital design.
• This position offers a flexible schedule and rewarding creative work.