Remote Early Childhood Program Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation with bonuses

Fully remote with flexible schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and parental leave

Opportunities for leadership

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Early Childhood Program Manager to lead and scale our online childcare solutions from Sandton. You will own the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of all online early learning programs, managing a distributed team and reporting to senior leadership.

The role requires a Master's degree, 10+ years in early childhood education with 5+ in leadership, and a proven track record in online program delivery.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in early childhood education, with 5+ years in a management role.
• Experience leading online or remote education programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for all online early childhood education programs.
• Manage a remote team of educators, curriculum developers, and support staff.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of high-quality, engaging, and developmentally appropriate digital learning content.
• Ensure program compliance with educational standards, licensing requirements, and best practices in online learning.
• Monitor program performance, analyze key metrics, and report on progress to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Stakeholder management

Instructional design

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

LMS (Learning Management System)

Instructional design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary and results-oriented Remote Early Childhood Program Manager to lead their innovative online childcare solutions, operating from the dynamic hub of Sandton . This is a fully remote position focused on the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of all online early learning programs. You will manage a distributed team, set program goals, ensure quality and compliance, and work closely with stakeholders to drive growth and engagement. This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of remote early childhood education and make a significant impact on a global scale, leveraging technology to deliver exceptional learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for all online early childhood education programs.
• Manage a remote team of educators, curriculum developers, and support staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of high-quality, engaging, and developmentally appropriate digital learning content.
• Ensure program compliance with educational standards, licensing requirements, and best practices in online learning.
• Monitor program performance, analyze key metrics, and report on progress to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in early childhood education, with at least 5 years in a management or leadership role, preferably in an online or remote setting.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and scaling educational programs.
• Strong understanding of online learning technologies, instructional design principles, and child development.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with extensive experience managing remote teams.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including salary and significant performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with a flexible schedule.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies.
• Opportunities for professional advancement and leadership in a cutting-edge industry.