Remote Child Development Coach - Virtual Family Support

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 344,000 - 551,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Peer support

Impactful organization

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Virtual Child Development Coach to provide remote coaching to families, including Mossel Bay and beyond. You will support child development, address behavioral concerns, and promote positive parenting through expert, empathetic virtual guidance.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Child Psychology or related field, with at least 5 years of experience and strong digital communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct work with children and families.
• Experience in virtual service delivery or online coaching.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual coaching sessions with parents and caregivers to support child development.
• Develop personalized strategies for addressing developmental milestones and behavioral challenges.
• Provide expert advice on age-appropriate learning activities and engagement techniques.
• Educate families on positive parenting practices and effective communication.
• Assess family needs and recommend appropriate resources and interventions.
• Maintain detailed client records and track progress towards goals.
• Collaborate with other specialists as needed to provide comprehensive support.
• Stay current with research and best practices in child development and parenting.
• Deliver workshops and webinars on relevant parenting topics.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethical standards.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Communication skills

Time management

Virtual coaching

Education

Master's degree in Child Psychology / Early Childhood Education / Social Work

Tools

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Virtual Child Development Coach to provide remote coaching to families, including Mossel Bay and beyond. You will support child development, address behavioral concerns, and promote positive parenting through expert, empathetic virtual guidance.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Child Psychology or related field, with at least 5 years of experience and strong digital communication skills.