Remote Early Literacy Specialist & Program Architect

Placements24; East London; Hybride; ZAR 240 000 - 480 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Early Literacy Specialist to design and implement evidence-based literacy programs for young learners, delivered remotely. You will create engaging, age-appropriate resources and train educators, parents, and community members in effective literacy strategies.

The role emphasizes curriculum development, collaboration with partners, and ongoing program evaluation in a remote setting to improve literacy outcomes across communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education, Literacy Studies, Education, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in early literacy instruction, program development, or related areas.
• In-depth knowledge of child development, reading science, and effective literacy instruction methods for young children.
• Proven experience in developing curriculum or educational materials.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with experience in training adults.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Design and develop evidence-based early literacy programs and resources for young learners.
• Create engaging and age-appropriate materials that promote phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.
• Provide training and professional development to educators, parents, and community members on effective early literacy strategies.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify literacy challenges and tailor interventions accordingly.
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of literacy programs, collecting data and providing reports.
• Research and stay updated on the latest advancements and best practices in early literacy development.
• Collaborate with other team members, educational institutions, and non-profit partners to advance literacy initiatives.
• Develop online resources and virtual workshops to support early literacy development remotely.
• Advocate for the importance of early literacy and support the foundation's mission.
• Assist in the evaluation of learning materials and program outcomes.

Connaissances

Early literacy instruction

Curriculum development

Adult training / facilitation

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education or related field

Outils

Content creation tools

Online delivery platforms

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Early Literacy Specialist to design and implement evidence-based literacy programs for young learners, delivered remotely. You will create engaging, age-appropriate resources and train educators, parents, and community members in effective literacy strategies.

The role emphasizes curriculum development, collaboration with partners, and ongoing program evaluation in a remote setting to improve literacy outcomes across communities.