Early Years Foundation Stage Coordinator (Remote)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced EYFS Coordinator to lead the virtual early learning program from anywhere in South Africa. You will oversee development, implementation, and quality assurance of the EYFS curriculum delivered through our online platform, guiding a remote team of educators and ensuring high-quality, developmentally appropriate experiences for young learners.

The role requires deep EYFS knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to drive curriculum in a fully remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Extensive experience implementing the EYFS framework.
• 6+ years in early childhood education, with 3+ years in leadership/coordination.
• Experience developing/adapting curriculum for online/blended learning.
• Strong leadership, communication and remote team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development and refinement of the EYFS curriculum for online delivery.
• Ensure online EYFS programs align with statutory framework and best practices.
• Provide guidance and professional development to a remote team of EYFS educators.
• Monitor teaching quality with virtual observations and feedback sessions.
• Develop and implement assessment strategies suitable for remote learning.
• Collaborate with tech and curriculum teams to enhance digital learning.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about progress and engagement.
• Oversee safeguarding policies in remote learning context.
• Manage operational aspects of the online EYFS program.
• Stay updated on innovations in early childhood education and remote learning technologies.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Curriculum leadership

Remote team leadership

Assessment strategies

Child development understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Digital collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering online educational institution, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Coordinator to lead their virtual early learning program. This is a fully remote role, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and quality assurance of the EYFS curriculum delivered through our innovative online platform. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the EYFS framework, a passion for early childhood development, and exceptional leadership skills to guide a remote team of educators. This position is critical in ensuring our youngest learners receive a rich, engaging, and developmentally appropriate online educational experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and ongoing refinement of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for online delivery.
• Ensure all online EYFS programs align with the statutory framework and best practices in early childhood education.
• Provide guidance, support, and professional development to a remote team of Early Years educators.
• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning across the online EYFS program, conducting virtual observations and feedback sessions.
• Develop and implement assessment strategies suitable for a remote learning environment.
• Collaborate with technology and curriculum design teams to enhance the digital learning experience.
• Maintain effective communication channels with parents and guardians, providing insights into their child's progress and engagement.
• Oversee adherence to safeguarding policies and procedures within the remote learning context.
• Manage the operational aspects of the online EYFS program, ensuring smooth delivery.
• Stay abreast of innovations and research in early childhood education and remote learning technologies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is essential.
• A recognised qualification and extensive experience in implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in early childhood education, including at least 3 years in a leadership or coordination role.
• Demonstrated experience in developing or adapting curriculum for online or blended learning environments.
• Strong understanding of child development, pedagogy, and assessment in the early years.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a remote team.
• Proficiency in utilising digital collaboration tools and learning management systems.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A passion for leveraging technology to enhance early childhood education.
• Must have reliable internet connectivity and a suitable home office environment.

Benefits

• This role offers the significant advantage of being fully remote, providing unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• You will receive a competitive salary commensurate with your experience and expertise.
• Our client invests in its employees, offering continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to work with innovative educational technologies.
• As a leader in online education, you will be at the forefront of shaping future learning experiences for young children.
• This is a rewarding opportunity to make a substantial impact on a global scale, working with a dedicated and forward-thinking team from the comfort of your home.