Remote Early Childhood Learning Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,477,000 - 1,969,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Childhood Learning Specialist to drive curriculum design and digital content development for ages 0–5. You will guide product and engineering teams with deep knowledge of child development and best practices in pedagogy.

This fully remote role offers flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to globally impactful education initiatives. Strong research orientation and collaboration in a remote team are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Early Childhood Education, Developmental Psychology, or related field.
• Proven ability to design curricula and digital learning content for ages 0–5.
• Strong analytical, research, and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine curriculum frameworks for early childhood learning programs.
• Create engaging digital learning content, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
• Provide expert guidance on child development (ages 0–5) to product and development teams.
• Research and recommend innovative teaching methodologies and technologies for early learners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align learning objectives with digital products.
• Review and evaluate educational content for effectiveness and alignment with best practices.
• Stay updated on current research in early childhood education and educational technology.
• Contribute to development of assessment tools and strategies for young learners.
• Train and support internal teams on early childhood learning principles.
• Advocate for the needs of young children within the product development lifecycle.

Skills

Curriculum development

Pedagogical guidance

Research skills

Remote collaboration

Digital content creation

Education

Master's/PhD in ECE

Tools

LMS platforms

Educational technology tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a dynamic and rapidly growing EdTech company dedicated to transforming early childhood education through innovative digital platforms. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Remote Early Childhood Learning Specialist to join our fully remote team. This critical role involves contributing to the design, development, and enhancement of our early learning curriculum and digital content. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of child development from birth to age five, a strong grasp of pedagogical best practices, and the ability to translate complex learning concepts into engaging, accessible digital experiences. You will collaborate closely with product managers, instructional designers, and software engineers to create high-quality learning solutions that foster cognitive, social, and emotional growth in young children. This position offers the ultimate flexibility of working from anywhere, contributing to a globally impactful mission. We are looking for a proactive, research-oriented individual who is committed to excellence in early childhood education and is adept at working in a collaborative, remote-first environment. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the future of online early learning. The successful candidate will champion the needs of young learners in all aspects of product development and content creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine curriculum frameworks for early childhood learning programs.
• Create engaging and developmentally appropriate digital learning content, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
• Provide expert pedagogical guidance on child development (ages 0-5) to the product and development teams.
• Research and recommend innovative teaching methodologies and technologies for early learners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure learning objectives are met through digital products.
• Review and evaluate existing educational content for effectiveness and alignment with best practices.
• Stay abreast of current research and trends in early childhood education and educational technology.
• Contribute to the development of assessment tools and strategies for young learners.
• Assist in training and supporting internal teams on early childhood learning principles.
• Advocate for the needs of young children within the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Early Childhood Education, Developmental Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in early childhood education, curriculum development, or instructional design.
• Extensive knowledge of child development theories and practices for ages 0-5.
• Demonstrated experience in creating educational content or curricula, preferably in a digital format.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and digital educational tools is advantageous.
• A passion for leveraging technology to enhance early learning outcomes.
• Experience working remotely in a professional capacity is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, reflecting advanced qualifications and expertise.
• Fully remote work opportunity, providing exceptional work-life balance and location independence.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and conference attendance.
• Contribution to a retirement savings plan.
• Chance to significantly impact early childhood education on a global scale.