Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work from anywhere

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design engaging content for an online platform. You will create a comprehensive curriculum framework, lesson plans, and interactive activities for children aged 3-6, delivered remotely as a contract role.

You will collaborate with instructional designers, align with best practices, and develop assessment tools to measure learning outcomes, shaping the educational journey for young learners from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Proven experience in curriculum design for early years, preferably with digital components.
• Strong understanding of child development theories.
• Excellent writing and content creation for educational materials.
• Experience with digital content tools and LMS.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop age-appropriate curriculum for early years education.
• Create digital learning modules including activities, videos, and printable resources.
• Ensure content aligns with current educational standards.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to refine materials.
• Develop assessment tools to track progress on the digital platform.

Skills

Curriculum design

Content creation

LMS proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design and create engaging educational content for their online learning platform. This role requires a deep understanding of early childhood development principles and a flair for creating digital learning experiences. You will be responsible for developing a comprehensive curriculum framework, lesson plans, and interactive activities for children aged 3-6, all delivered remotely. This is a contract position offering flexibility and the chance to shape the educational journey of young learners from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop a comprehensive, age-appropriate curriculum for early years education, focusing on foundational literacy, numeracy, and socio-emotional skills.
• Create engaging digital learning modules, including interactive activities, videos, and printable resources.
• Ensure all curriculum content aligns with current educational best practices and relevant learning standards.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to refine and enhance learning materials.
• Conduct research on emerging trends and technologies in early childhood education for curriculum innovation.
• Develop assessment tools to track children's progress and learning outcomes within the digital platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in curriculum design and development for the early years sector, preferably with digital components.
• Strong understanding of child development stages and learning theories.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills for educational materials.
• Proficiency with digital content creation tools and learning management systems (LMS).
• Ability to work independently, manage project timelines, and deliver high-quality work remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rates, negotiable based on experience and project scope.
• Flexible work hours and the ability to work from any location.
• Opportunity to create impactful educational content for a growing online platform.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for feedback and professional growth.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.