Online Course Facilitator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Professional development

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Online Course Facilitator to guide students through their learning journeys in a remote setting, fostering an interactive online learning community and ensuring learners stay engaged and motivated.

You will moderate discussions, provide timely feedback on assignments and participation, respond to student inquiries, monitor progress, and collaborate with instructors to enhance the learning experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Experience in online teaching or facilitation or student support.
• Strong understanding of online learning platforms and tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage learners in a virtual environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate online learning activities, including discussion forums, live sessions, and group projects.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student assignments and participation.
• Respond to student inquiries and provide support for course-related issues.
• Monitor student progress and engagement, proactively identifying and addressing potential challenges.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative online learning community.
• Collaborate with instructors and instructional designers to enhance the learning experience.

Skills

Online teaching

Facilitation

Student support

Communication

Organizational skills

Patience & empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Online learning platforms

Learning management systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and supportive Online Course Facilitator to guide students through their learning journeys in a remote setting. This role is crucial for fostering an interactive and positive online learning community, ensuring students remain engaged and motivated. You will be responsible for moderating discussions, answering student queries, providing feedback on assignments, and generally supporting the learning process. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about education and adept at virtual communication to make a direct impact on student success within a flexible, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate online learning activities, including discussion forums, live sessions, and group projects.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student assignments and participation.
• Respond to student inquiries and provide support for course-related issues.
• Monitor student progress and engagement, proactively identifying and addressing potential challenges.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative online learning community.
• Collaborate with instructors and instructional designers to enhance the learning experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, a relevant academic discipline, or a related field.
• Experience in online teaching, facilitation, or student support roles.
• Strong understanding of online learning platforms and tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage learners in a virtual environment.
• Patience, empathy, and a commitment to student success.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work position with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in online education.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on student outcomes.