Educational Program Developer - Early Childhood Focus

Placements24; Randburg; Híbrido; ZAR 360 000 - 540 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive contract rate

Hybrid working arrangements

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an Educational Program Developer specializing in early childhood education to design innovative curricula for childcare settings and create engaging learning content for educators and children. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with occasional on-site collaboration in Gauteng.

The ideal candidate has an advanced degree in Education, 5+ years in program development, and proven skills in curriculum design, research, and creating practical teaching

Qualificações

• Advanced degree in Education or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in developing educational programs, with a strong focus on early childhood.
• Experience in curriculum design, instructional design principles, and learning theories.
• Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in creating diverse educational content (lesson plans, activities, digital resources).
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and refine early childhood educational programs and curricula.
• Conduct research on current trends, best practices, and developmental theories in early childhood education.
• Create engaging learning materials, lesson plans, and activities for various age groups.
• Ensure all programs are aligned with national and international educational standards and frameworks.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and stakeholders to ensure program relevance and effectiveness.
• Develop assessment tools and strategies to measure program outcomes.
• Prepare training materials and facilitate workshops for educators implementing the programs.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively.
• Write clear, concise, and compelling program documentation.
• Adapt and update programs based on feedback and evaluation results.

Conhecimentos

Research skills

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Independent work

Formação académica

Advanced degree in Education

Curriculum design

Early childhood development

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking educational consultancy based in Randburg , is seeking a skilled Educational Program Developer specializing in early childhood education. This role involves designing innovative and effective learning programs and curricula for various childcare settings. The developer will research best practices, align programs with developmental frameworks, and create engaging content for educators and children. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote flexibility with occasional on-site collaboration in Gauteng . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood pedagogy and curriculum design.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine early childhood educational programs and curricula.
• Conduct research on current trends, best practices, and developmental theories in early childhood education.
• Create engaging learning materials, lesson plans, and activities for various age groups.
• Ensure all programs are aligned with national and international educational standards and frameworks.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and stakeholders to ensure program relevance and effectiveness.
• Develop assessment tools and strategies to measure program outcomes.
• Prepare training materials and facilitate workshops for educators implementing the programs.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively.
• Write clear, concise, and compelling program documentation.
• Adapt and update programs based on feedback and evaluation results.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Education, Early Childhood Development, Curriculum Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing educational programs, with a strong focus on early childhood.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum design, instructional design principles, and learning theories.
• Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in creating diverse educational content (e.g., lesson plans, activities, digital resources).
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.
• Familiarity with various educational technologies and platforms.
• Must be based in or able to commute to Randburg , Gauteng for necessary meetings and collaborations.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive contract rate, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and the opportunity to shape the future of early childhood education through innovative program design. You will work on impactful projects for a dynamic client in Randburg . Enjoy the autonomy of remote work combined with collaborative opportunities. This position provides significant professional satisfaction and exposure to cutting-edge educational practices in the Gauteng region.