Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive contract rate

Long-term engagement

Professional development resources

Global collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design and refine curricula for ages 3-5 across South Africa. You will create age-appropriate, developmentally sound content for digital and print formats, aligning with national frameworks.

The role requires independent work, strong pedagogy, and collaboration with a distributed team of educators and designers. The ideal candidate holds a Master's in a related field, 5+ years in curriculum design for early years, and proven

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• At least 5 years in curriculum design for early years.
• Experience with digital learning platforms and multimedia content.
• Strong writing and communication skills; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive early years curricula with objectives, activities, and assessments.
• Create engaging digital and printable learning content.
• Align curriculum with developmental milestones and frameworks.
• Collaborate with SMEs and instructional designers to enhance materials.
• Research best practices in early childhood education for curriculum design.
• Adapt curricula for diverse learners and contexts.
• Develop assessment tools to track progress.
• Provide guidelines for educators and parents implementing the curriculum.
• Review content based on feedback and evaluation results.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum projects.

Skills

Curriculum design

Educational content development

Pedagogy knowledge

Writing and editing

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Virtual collaboration software

Digital learning platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design and refine educational programs for children aged 3-5. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for creating engaging, age-appropriate, and developmentally sound curricula that align with modern educational philosophies and national learning frameworks. This role requires a deep understanding of early childhood pedagogy, creativity in content development, and the ability to translate educational theories into practical learning experiences. You will collaborate with a distributed team of educators, designers, and subject matter experts to produce high-quality digital and print learning materials. The goal is to create a flexible and adaptable curriculum that can be utilized across various learning environments, supporting both home-based and formal educational settings. Your expertise will directly shape the learning journey of young children, making this a highly impactful role. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who can manage their time effectively and deliver exceptional results independently. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative educational solutions from the comfort of your home.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive early years curricula, including learning objectives, activities, and assessment strategies.
• Create engaging and interactive learning content for digital platforms and printable resources.
• Ensure curriculum content is aligned with developmental milestones and learning frameworks.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to enhance learning materials.
• Research and integrate best practices in early childhood education into curriculum design.
• Adapt existing curriculum frameworks to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Develop assessment tools and methods to track children's progress effectively.
• Provide guidelines and support materials for educators and parents implementing the curriculum.
• Review and revise curriculum content based on feedback and evaluation results.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum development projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development, specifically for early years.
• Proven track record of creating successful educational programs and materials.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development theories and pedagogy.
• Experience with digital learning platforms and multimedia content creation.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with an ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Proficiency in project management tools and virtual collaboration software.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities remotely.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovative thinking in educational content development.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate collaborative needs across different time zones.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge educational projects.
• Collaborate with a dynamic and international team.
• Contribution to shaping the future of early childhood education.
• Access to professional development resources.
• Potential for long-term engagement and repeat projects.
• Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking organization.
• Gain exposure to diverse educational approaches.
• Direct impact on the learning outcomes of young children globally.