Early Years Educator - Playgroup Facilitator

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Work from home

Autonomy in activity planning

Impact on early learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Educator to lead remote parent-and-toddler playgroup sessions for children aged 1-3, with caregivers. The role focuses on social interaction, sensory exploration, and early language development in a virtual setting.

The position is part-time and remote, offering flexible scheduling and the opportunity to support early childhood development from home. Suitable for someone passionate about online facilitation and child learning.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Early Childhood Development or related field.
• Experience with 0–3 years and parents.
• Proficient with online meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver online activities for toddlers and parents.
• Facilitate sessions that support exploration, creativity, and social skills.
• Provide guidance to parents on early childhood development topics.
• Manage virtual sessions and ensure engagement.
• Maintain communication with participants pre- and post-session.

Skills

Online facilitation

Communication

Group facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma/degree in Early Childhood Development

Tools

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Early Years Educator to facilitate their popular parent-and-toddler playgroup sessions remotely. This role involves designing and leading interactive online activities that promote social interaction, sensory exploration, and early language development for children aged 1-3, alongside their caregivers. You will create a welcoming and stimulating virtual environment, guide parents on supporting their child's learning, and foster a sense of community among participants. This is a part-time, remote position perfect for someone passionate about early childhood development and comfortable with online facilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate online activities for toddlers and parents.
• Facilitate interactive sessions that encourage exploration, creativity, and social skills.
• Provide guidance and support to parents on early childhood development topics.
• Manage the virtual session, ensuring smooth transitions and positive engagement.
• Maintain communication with participants before and after sessions.

Requirements

• Qualification in Early Childhood Development or related field.
• Experience working with young children (0-3 years) and their parents.
• Comfortable and proficient in using online meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and group facilitation skills.
• A positive attitude and ability to create a fun, encouraging atmosphere virtually.

Benefits

• Competitive part-time hourly rate.
• Flexible remote work schedule.
• Opportunity to positively impact early learning experiences.
• Creative role with autonomy in activity planning.
• Work from home, saving commute time and costs.