Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Contract work

Professional development

EdTech projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design and build engaging learning experiences for children aged 2-6. You will create interactive digital content, align with standards, and collaborate with a distributed team to deliver high-quality materials.

The role requires 5+ years in curriculum development for early childhood, strong writing skills, and proficiency with LMS and content authoring tools. Fully remote with flexible project-based engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Early Childhood Education or Curriculum Development.
• +5 years of curriculum development experience in early childhood.
• Experience designing digital learning content.
• Strong writing and communication skills for educational content.
• Familiarity with LMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging curriculum frameworks and lesson plans for ages 2-6.
• Create interactive digital content—activities, stories, games, assessments.
• Align content with early childhood standards and research-based practices.
• Collaborate remotely with instructional designers, artists, SMEs.
• Research trends in early childhood education and edtech.
• Develop clear learning objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Provide feedback and revisions based on reviews and testing.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables in a remote setting.

Skills

Curriculum design

Digital content creation

Editing & writing

Remote collaboration

Project management tools

Education

ECE/Curriculum degree

Tools

LMS

Content authoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering educational technology company, is seeking a highly creative and experienced Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to conceptualize and build innovative learning experiences for young children. This fully remote position requires a deep understanding of early childhood pedagogy, digital learning, and engaging content creation. You will be instrumental in designing curricula that are not only educationally sound but also fun and interactive, leveraging technology to enhance learning outcomes. This role is perfect for an individual passionate about shaping the future of early education and comfortable working in a distributed team environment. Your work will directly influence how children learn and grow through our digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging, age-appropriate curriculum frameworks and lesson plans for early years (ages 2-6).
• Create interactive digital content, including activities, stories, games, and assessments, optimized for online platforms.
• Ensure all curriculum content aligns with recognized early childhood education standards and research-based practices.
• Collaborate remotely with instructional designers, graphic artists, and subject matter experts to produce high-quality learning materials.
• Conduct thorough research on emerging trends and best practices in early childhood education and educational technology.
• Develop clear learning objectives and measurable outcomes for all curriculum modules.
• Provide feedback and revisions on curriculum content based on internal reviews and potential user testing.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively within a remote setting.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, specifically within the early childhood education sector.
• Proven expertise in designing digital learning content and interactive educational activities.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and learning theories for young children.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, tailored for creating clear and engaging educational content.
• Proficiency with online collaboration tools and project management software.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) is a plus.

Benefits

• Attractive contractor rate translating to an annual equivalent of R .
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing exceptional flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge educational technology projects.
• Professional development and learning opportunities in the EdTech space.
• Direct impact on early childhood education through innovative digital tools.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse remote team from various locations.
• Flexible project-based engagement with potential for long-term involvement.