Hybrid Early Learning Designer and Curriculum Innovator

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

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.