Remote Childcare Program Coordinator

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Fully remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Childcare Program Coordinator to manage and enhance online childcare services. You will oversee curriculum, coordinate remote educators, and support parent engagement from anywhere.

The role emphasizes leadership, written and verbal communication, and proficiency with digital learning platforms to ensure high-quality early childhood education remotely.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Significant experience in childcare program management or administration, with a focus on virtual or online operations.
• Proven leadership and remote team coordination.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with curriculum development and quality assurance in education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of virtual curricula.
• Coordinate remote childcare educators and support staff.
• Manage parent communication platforms and disseminate program information.
• Develop and maintain program policies and procedures for online delivery.
• Monitor program quality, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Track program milestones and deliverables using project management tools.

Skills

Remote leadership

Curriculum development

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

LMS

Collaboration tools

Project management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and experienced Remote Childcare Program Coordinator to manage and enhance their innovative childcare services delivered entirely online. This role is central to ensuring the smooth operation and quality of their virtual childcare programs, from curriculum oversight to parent engagement. You will be responsible for coordinating educational content, managing communication channels, and supporting remote educators. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to lead a virtual team and contribute to the expansion of accessible, high-quality early childhood education, working from a location of your choice.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of virtual childcare curricula.
• Coordinate the work of remote childcare educators and support staff.
• Manage parent communication platforms and ensure timely dissemination of program information.
• Develop and maintain program policies and procedures for online service delivery.
• Monitor program quality, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Utilize project management tools to track program milestones and deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Significant experience in childcare program management or administration, with a focus on virtual or online operations.
• Proven leadership and team coordination skills, particularly with remote teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using various digital tools, learning management systems, and communication platforms.
• Experience in curriculum development and quality assurance in an educational context.

Benefits

• Generous annual salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position, offering unparalleled work flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development in the online education sector.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Contribution to making quality childcare accessible to more families.