Online Educator for Early Learners

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 123,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time salary

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking an Online Educator for Early Learners to deliver vibrant lessons for children aged 3-6 in a structured, playful setting.

You will develop engaging plans to boost literacy, numeracy and social-emotional skills, maintain a safe inclusive space, and communicate with parents to support student progress.

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience with young children in educational settings is required.
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning approaches.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging programs for children aged 3-6 years.
• Develop and implement lesson plans focusing on early literacy, numeracy and life skills.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Manage classroom activities, group dynamics and individual attention.
• Assess progress and provide feedback to parents.
• Ensure well-being and safety of children in care.
• Prepare educational materials for daily activities.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development.
• Communicate effectively with parents and build home-school partnerships.
• Maintain a clean and organized learning space.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Creative teaching methods

Patience

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Online Educator for Early Learners to join their team serving families in Soweto, Gauteng . This position focuses on delivering vibrant and interactive educational experiences to young children in a structured, yet playful, environment. While the role requires the educator to be physically present to conduct sessions, there may be opportunities for remote preparation and follow-up work. You will be responsible for developing and implementing engaging lesson plans that foster foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, creative, patient, and adept at creating a positive learning atmosphere. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of young children in the Soweto community, preparing them for their formal schooling journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and educational programs for children aged 3-6 years.
• Develop and implement creative lesson plans focusing on early literacy, numeracy, and life skills.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Manage classroom activities, group dynamics, and individual attention.
• Assess children's progress and provide regular feedback to parents.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of all children under your care.
• Prepare educational materials and resources for daily activities.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development among children.
• Communicate effectively with parents, building strong home-school partnerships.
• Maintain a clean and organized learning space.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Previous experience working with young children in an educational setting is required.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and age-appropriate learning methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.
• Creative, patient, and nurturing approach to teaching young children.
• Ability to plan and execute engaging learning activities.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
• Residency or ability to reliably commute to Soweto, Gauteng .
• First Aid and CPR certification is a significant advantage.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and provide excellent references.

Benefits

• Competitive part-time salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work closely with children and contribute to their development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Professional development opportunities within the education sector.
• A fulfilling role making a positive difference in the community.