Full-Time Early Learning Specialist & Curriculum Designer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Our client, a progressive educational organization in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a creative and dedicated Full-Time Early Learning Specialist and Curriculum Designer. The role centers on developing innovative play-based and inquiry-driven curricula for young children and supporting educators in implementation.

The position offers a hybrid work model with on-site collaboration in Sandton and remote work for curriculum research, development, and administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education with a strong focus on curriculum development and instructional design.
• Proven ability to create engaging and effective learning materials for young children.
• Excellent understanding of child development theories and pedagogical approaches.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for curriculum creation and online collaboration, with the ability to work in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive, age-appropriate curricula for early learning programs.
• Create engaging and innovative learning materials, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
• Conduct research on best practices and emerging trends in early childhood education.
• Collaborate with educators to provide training and support in curriculum implementation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of curricula and make necessary revisions.
• Ensure alignment of curriculum with developmental milestones and educational standards.
• Contribute to the development of educational technology tools and resources.
• Maintain a portfolio of creative teaching strategies and resources.
• Work with the team to organize and deliver professional development workshops, some of which may be virtual.
• Ensure a stimulating and nurturing learning environment across all programs in Sandton.

Skills

Curriculum design

Early childhood education

Instructional design

Research skills

Digital tools

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in ECE or Curriculum Design

Tools

Google Suite

LMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive educational organization located in Sandton , Gauteng, is looking for a creative and dedicated Full-Time Early Learning Specialist and Curriculum Designer. This role is central to developing innovative and effective learning programs for young children, focusing on play-based and inquiry-driven approaches. You will design engaging curricula, create educational materials, and support educators in implementing these programs. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for essential on-site collaboration and program delivery in Sandton , alongside remote work for curriculum development, research, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of child development, a passion for creative learning, and the ability to translate pedagogical research into practical, exciting educational experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive, age-appropriate curricula for early learning programs.


• Create engaging and innovative learning materials, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.


• Conduct research on best practices and emerging trends in early childhood education.


• Collaborate with educators to provide training and support in curriculum implementation.


• Evaluate the effectiveness of curricula and make necessary revisions.


• Ensure alignment of curriculum with developmental milestones and educational standards.


• Contribute to the development of educational technology tools and resources.


• Maintain a portfolio of creative teaching strategies and resources.


• Work with the team to organize and deliver professional development workshops, some of which may be virtual.


• Ensure a stimulating and nurturing learning environment is fostered across all programs in Sandton .

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Design, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with a strong focus on curriculum development and instructional design.


• Proven ability to create engaging and effective learning materials for young children.


• Excellent understanding of child development theories and pedagogical approaches.


• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficiency in using digital tools for curriculum creation and online collaboration.Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site and remote responsibilities.


• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.


• Experience with diverse learning needs is an advantage.

Benefits

This Hybrid role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to innovate within the field of early learning in Sandton . You will contribute to developing impactful educational programs and have access to professional development opportunities. The hybrid nature of the role provides a good work-life balance, combining focused remote work with vital on-site engagement and collaboration within the Sandton area.