Remote Early Childhood Development Specialist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Childhood Development Specialist to join a global virtual team as an independent contractor. You will design digital curriculum modules, provide expert remote consultation to educators and parents, and help shape digital learning resources for young learners worldwide.

The ideal candidate holds a advanced degree in ECD or related field, brings 7+ years of experience in digital/remote education, and excels in virtual collaboration and communication across

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in early childhood education, curriculum development, or instructional design with digital/remote learning focus.
• Proven ability to create engaging educational content for young children.
• Expertise in child development theory, pedagogy, and assessment.
• Strong proficiency with virtual collaboration tools and LMS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for virtual settings.
• Experience in conducting virtual training/workshops.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage workload remotely.
• Ability to work in a distributed team and remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine early childhood curriculum modules for digital delivery.
• Provide remote expert consultation and training to parents, educators, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with product development to create interactive online learning tools.
• Research emerging trends to inform content development.
• Analyze user feedback and performance data to improve content and strategies.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and webinars for professional development.
• Ensure content aligns with educational standards and holistic development.
• Maintain professional communication with clients and internal teams online.
• Contribute to strategic planning for early learning initiatives.
• Stay updated on technologies relevant to remote education and e-learning.

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Early Childhood Education / related field

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Slack

LMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking educational organization, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Remote Early Childhood Development Specialist to join their virtual team. This is a fully remote, contractor position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to influence early learning strategies on a broad scale. The specialist will be responsible for developing innovative curriculum content, providing expert consultation to educators and parents remotely, and contributing to the design of digital learning resources. This role requires a deep understanding of child psychology, developmental milestones, and effective pedagogical approaches for young learners. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, particularly in virtual settings, and be adept at utilizing online collaboration tools. Based anywhere within reach of **Port Elizabeth**, this role is for an independent, self-motivated professional who thrives in a remote-first work environment and is passionate about advancing early childhood education through digital platforms. Your expertise will guide the creation of engaging and impactful learning experiences for children globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine early childhood curriculum modules and learning materials for digital delivery.
• Provide remote expert consultation and training to parents, educators, and caregivers on early childhood development best practices.
• Collaborate with the product development team to conceptualize and create interactive online learning tools and resources.
• Conduct research on emerging trends and best practices in early childhood education to inform content development.
• Analyze user feedback and performance data to continuously improve educational content and strategies.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and webinars for professional development and parent engagement.
• Ensure all developed content aligns with educational standards and promotes holistic child development.
• Maintain a high level of engagement and professional communication with clients and internal teams via various digital channels.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and vision for the organization's early learning initiatives.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to remote education and e-learning.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in early childhood education, curriculum development, or instructional design, with a significant portion focused on digital or remote learning.
• Proven ability to create engaging and effective educational content for young children.
• Expertise in child development theory, pedagogy, and assessment.
• Strong proficiency with virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack) and learning management systems (LMS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely in a virtual setting.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting virtual training or workshops.
• Self‑motivated, highly organized, and capable of managing workload independently in a remote setting.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a distributed team.
• A passion for innovation in early childhood education and a commitment to child‑centered learning.
• Must be eligible to work as a contractor.

Benefits

This fully remote Contractor position offers a highly competitive annual salary commensurate with extensive experience and advanced qualifications. As a remote role, it provides unparalleled flexibility in terms of working hours and location. Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture, offering opportunities to shape the future of early childhood education globally. You will have the autonomy to manage your workload and contribute significantly to impactful projects. While traditional benefits like health insurance are not provided for contractors, the compensation package is designed to reflect this. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional seeking a challenging and rewarding remote career.