Remote Early Childhood Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 650,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Contract-based work

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Childhood Curriculum Developer to design and implement a comprehensive online curriculum for ages 3-6. You will craft engaging activities, lesson plans, and digital materials for an online platform, aligning with national early learning standards and best practices in child development.

Collaborating with educators, designers, and multimedia specialists, you will develop assessments, review content for accessibility, and stay current with ed-tech trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 5+ years in curriculum design for early childhood education.
• Experience with digital/online learning content and LMS.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive digital curriculum for ages 3-6.
• Create engaging activities, lesson plans, and materials for online platforms.
• Ensure content aligns with national early learning standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with SMEs and multimedia specialists to develop rich content.
• Develop assessment strategies to track progress in the digital environment.
• Research and integrate innovative teaching methods and technologies.
• Write clear, age-appropriate content for modules and guides.
• Review and revise existing curriculum for accuracy and engagement.
• Ensure content is accessible and user-friendly for children, parents, and educators.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication

Creative thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Master's degree

Tools

LMS

Digital content tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking educational technology company, is seeking a talented and innovative Remote Early Childhood Curriculum Developer. This fully remote position requires a creative professional dedicated to designing engaging and effective online learning experiences for young children (ages 3-6). You will be instrumental in developing a comprehensive digital curriculum that aligns with early learning standards, focusing on play-based learning, cognitive development, and foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of child development, instructional design principles, and experience in creating digital educational content. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will collaborate with a dynamic team of educators, designers, and developers to create a world-class digital learning platform for young learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement a comprehensive digital curriculum for early childhood education (ages 3-6).
• Create engaging learning activities, lesson plans, and educational materials suitable for an online platform.
• Ensure curriculum content aligns with national early learning standards and best practices in child development.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to create rich content.
• Develop assessment strategies to track children's progress within the digital environment.
• Research and integrate innovative teaching methodologies and technologies into the curriculum.
• Write clear, concise, and age-appropriate content for educational modules and user guides.
• Review and revise existing curriculum materials for accuracy, relevance, and engagement.
• Ensure all digital content is accessible and user-friendly for children, parents, and educators.
• Stay current with trends and research in early childhood education and ed-tech.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design, specifically for early childhood education.
• Proven experience in developing digital or online learning content.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and pedagogy for ages 3-6.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital content creation tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Creative thinker with a passion for early childhood education and technology.
• Experience with educational game design or interactive learning modules is advantageous.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace for remote work.

Benefits

This is a contract-based role offering a competitive hourly rate or project-based compensation, aiming for an annual equivalent of approximately ZAR. As a fully remote position, it provides significant flexibility. Our client offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge educational technology projects and collaborate with a diverse, international team. You will play a key role in shaping the future of online early learning.