Remote Childcare Program Coordinator

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Travel opportunities for occasional (f

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Childcare Program Coordinator to manage online and virtual childcare support services from anywhere in South Africa. You will coordinate virtual activities, liaise with remote educators and parents, and oversee online learning platforms to ensure enriching educational experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Education/Child Development and 3+ years of remote program coordination experience.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Education, Child Development, Early Childhood Studies or a related field.
• 3+ years of program coordination experience, preferably in remote/online settings.
• Strong knowledge of virtual learning platforms and digital communication tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of remote childcare programs, including virtual activity planning and scheduling.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for remote educators, parents, and guardians via virtual channels.
• Oversee the use and troubleshooting of online learning platforms and communication tools.
• Develop and disseminate digital educational resources and activity guides for children and parents.
• Monitor engagement and gather feedback to improve virtual service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety, privacy, and educational standards.
• Maintain accurate records of participant information, activities, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote remote childcare services and attract participants.
• Conduct virtual training sessions for remote educators on best practices for online engagement.

Skills

Remote program coordination

Virtual learning platforms

Excellent communication

Time management

Independent remote work

Early childhood education knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Child Development

Tools

Zoom

Google Meet

LMS systems

Digital collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and dedicated Remote Childcare Program Coordinator to manage and enhance our online and virtual childcare support services. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in the seamless execution of our digital childcare programs, ensuring children continue to receive enriching educational experiences despite geographical distances. You will be responsible for coordinating virtual activities, liaising with remote educators and parents, and overseeing the technological aspects of our online learning platforms. We are looking for a proactive individual with a strong understanding of virtual learning environments and a passion for innovative childcare solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of remote childcare programs, including virtual activity planning and scheduling.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for remote educators, parents, and guardians, providing support and guidance through virtual channels.
• Oversee the effective use and troubleshooting of online learning platforms and communication tools.
• Develop and disseminate digital educational resources and activity guides for children and parents.
• Monitor program engagement and gather feedback to continuously improve virtual service delivery.
• Ensure all virtual program activities comply with safety, privacy, and educational standards.
• Maintain accurate records of participant information, program activities, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote remote childcare services and attract new participants.
• Conduct virtual training sessions for remote educators on best practices for online engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Early Childhood Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in program coordination, preferably within a remote or online educational setting.
• Excellent understanding of virtual learning platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet, LMS systems) and digital communication tools.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect effectively with diverse audiences virtually.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively in a remote work environment.
• Familiarity with early childhood education principles and digital content delivery.
• High-speed internet connection and a dedicated home office space are required for this Yes remote role.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technological requirements and online methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work fully remotely, offering significant work-life balance.
• Contribute to the future of online childcare education.
• Professional development opportunities in digital learning technologies.
• Flexible working hours within agreed-upon coordination windows.
• Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking organization.
• Travel opportunities for occasional team meetings if required (fully reimbursed).