Remote Child Development Specialist — Flexible Hours

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 357,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Fully remote position

Research opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Child Development Specialist to provide expert guidance to families and educators via telehealth. You will conduct virtual assessments, develop resources, and support early childhood professionals from a remote location near Polokwane.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration with other specialists, and ongoing professional development to advance child well-being globally. Flexible hours and remote work are key benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Child Development, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in child development, early childhood education, or a clinical setting working with children.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct assessments and provide consultations remotely.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in utilizing telehealth and digital collaboration tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to child development issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual developmental assessments and consultations for children and families.
• Develop and deliver workshops and training materials on child development topics for parents and educators.
• Provide guidance on age-appropriate activities, behavior management, and learning strategies.
• Create evidence-based resources and articles on child development for online dissemination.
• Collaborate with other specialists and organizations to support holistic child development.
• Stay current with research and best practices in child development and early learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Remote consultation

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Child Development / related field

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Video conferencing

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Child Development Specialist to provide expert guidance to families and educators via telehealth. You will conduct virtual assessments, develop resources, and support early childhood professionals from a remote location near Polokwane.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration with other specialists, and ongoing professional development to advance child well-being globally. Flexible hours and remote work are key benefits.