ECD Coordinator: Lead Curriculum & Team in Vereeniging

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Paid time off

In-service training

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks an experienced ECD Coordinator to oversee curriculum, staff management, and parent liaison, ensuring high-quality early childhood education for children from birth to five years. The role emphasizes compliance with ECD standards and quality assurance in daily operations.

The successful candidate will lead curriculum planning, supervise practitioners, coordinate parent workshops, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining a safe, stimulating

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an ECD setting with supervisory/coordination responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of the ECD curriculum ensuring age-appropriate, developmentally sound practices.
• Supervise and mentor ECD practitioners, providing ongoing training and support.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment for all children.
• Conduct regular observations and assessments of children's development and progress.
• Manage daily centre operations, including scheduling, attendance, and resources.
• Serve as primary point of contact for parents, fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with national and provincial ECD regulations and quality standards.
• Organize parent workshops and community engagement activities.
• Manage admissions and maintain accurate student records.
• Collaborate with management on strategic planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Staff management

Curriculum management

Centre operations

Education

ECD qualification or related field

First Aid certification

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks an experienced ECD Coordinator to oversee curriculum, staff management, and parent liaison, ensuring high-quality early childhood education for children from birth to five years. The role emphasizes compliance with ECD standards and quality assurance in daily operations.

The successful candidate will lead curriculum planning, supervise practitioners, coordinate parent workshops, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining a safe, stimulating