Online Curriculum Developer - Early Childhood

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 335,000 - 614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Online Curriculum Developer specializing in Early Childhood education for a fully remote contract role. You will design engaging digital learning content for young children, drawing on pedagogy and instructional design to create modules, lessons, and activities for online platforms.

Responsibilities include creating age-appropriate content, aligning with standards, collaborating with experts, and researching trends to inform design.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in curriculum development for early childhood education.
• Strong understanding of online instructional design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop age-appropriate online curriculum for ages 3-6.
• Create engaging digital content including lessons, activities, videos, and assessments.
• Ensure alignment with early learning standards and pedagogical best practices.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to refine digital materials.
• Research trends in online education to inform curriculum design.
• Test and evaluate modules for usability and engagement.

Skills

Curriculum development

Early childhood education

Instructional design

Online content creation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Online Curriculum Developer specializing in Early Childhood education to join their team on a contract basis. This fully remote role involves designing and creating engaging, high-quality digital learning content for young children. You will leverage your expertise in early childhood pedagogy and instructional design to develop interactive modules, lesson plans, and activities that can be delivered effectively through online platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative educational solutions from anywhere, shaping the digital learning experiences for children worldwide, and working with a forward-thinking organization dedicated to accessible early education.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive, age-appropriate online curriculum for early childhood learners (ages 3-6).
• Create engaging digital content, including interactive lessons, activities, videos, and assessments, tailored for online delivery.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with recognized early learning standards and pedagogical best practices.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to refine and enhance digital learning materials.
• Conduct research on emerging trends in online education and child development to inform curriculum design.
• Test and evaluate digital learning modules for usability, effectiveness, and engagement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in curriculum development, specifically for early childhood education.
• Strong understanding of online instructional design principles and e-learning tools.
• Experience creating digital content for children, utilizing multimedia and interactive elements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A portfolio showcasing previous online curriculum or educational content development work is highly recommended.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate based on experience and project scope.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on impactful educational projects and innovate in ed-tech.
• Flexible working hours, allowing for a good work-life balance.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on digital learning excellence.