Remote Early Childhood Development (Ecd) Curriculum Specialist

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health benefits

Home office stipend

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Early Childhood Development (ECD) Curriculum Specialist to design, develop, and refine high-quality curricula for children aged 0-6 from a fully remote setting in South Africa.

You will collaborate with educators, researchers, and program managers to ensure engaging resources that support cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development across diverse contexts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development for early childhood education programs.
• Proven expertise in child development theories and pedagogical approaches (e.g., play-based learning, Reggio Emilia).
• Strong understanding of assessment strategies for young children.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote team environment across time zones.
• Proficiency in creating engaging digital learning materials and resources.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for virtual interaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive ECD curricula aligned with best practices and local contexts.
• Design age-appropriate learning activities, lesson plans, and educational materials.
• Conduct research on current trends to inform curriculum development.
• Collaborate with staff and partners to adapt curricula for diverse learning environments.
• Develop training materials and provide remote support to educators.
• Ensure curricula are inclusive and promote equity for all children.
• Contribute to development of assessment tools to measure outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Write reports, proposals, and other curriculum-related documentation.

Skills

Curriculum design

Remote collaboration

Digital learning materials

Research & writing

Play-based learning

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Digital learning platforms

Educational technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading international non-profit organization dedicated to improving early childhood education globally, is seeking a passionate and innovative Remote Early Childhood Development (ECD) Curriculum Specialist. This fully remote position allows you to contribute your expertise from **Johannesburg, Gauteng**, or any location within **South Africa**. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and refining engaging and effective ECD curricula that meet the developmental needs of young children, ages 0-6. This role requires a deep understanding of child development theory, pedagogical best practices, and innovative learning methodologies. You will collaborate with a diverse team of educators, researchers, and program managers to create high-quality educational resources that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in young learners. This is a chance to make a profound impact on foundational education worldwide, all from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive ECD curricula aligned with international best practices and local context requirements.
• Design age-appropriate learning activities, lesson plans, and educational materials for various developmental domains.
• Conduct research on current trends and research in early childhood education to inform curriculum development.
• Collaborate with program staff and local partners to adapt curricula for diverse learning environments and cultural contexts.
• Develop training materials and provide remote support and guidance to educators and facilitators implementing the curriculum.
• Ensure that curricula are inclusive, promote equity, and address the diverse needs of all children.
• Contribute to the development of assessment tools to measure learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Write reports, proposals, and other documentation related to curriculum development and implementation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development for early childhood education programs.
• Proven expertise in child development theories and pedagogical approaches (e.g., play-based learning, Reggio Emilia).
• Strong understanding of assessment strategies for young children.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote team environment, collaborating across different time zones.
• Proficiency in creating engaging digital learning materials and resources.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, adapted for virtual interaction.
• Must be legally authorized to work in **South Africa** and possess a reliable internet connection.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflective of experience and expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and engagement with a global network of ECD professionals.
• Contribution to impactful educational initiatives with a worldwide reach.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Home office stipend to support a productive remote work setup.