Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 575,000 - 920,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible working hours

Competitive contractor rate

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design innovative, play-based curricula for children aged 0-6. You will craft lessons, digital resources, and assessments, ensuring alignment with established standards while collaborating with a remote team.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in early years curriculum design, expertise in Montessori/Reggio Emilia, and strong instructional design skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in curriculum design for early years (0-6).
• Experience designing age-appropriate learning content and materials.
• Familiarity with Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or similar frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop play-based curriculum frameworks and lesson plans for ages 0-6.
• Create engaging learning materials, including digital resources and assessments.
• Ensure alignment with national educational standards and best practices.

Skills

Curriculum design

Play-based learning

Educational content creation

Instructional design

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Master's degree in Curriculum Development

Tools

LMS

Content creation software

Job description

About the Role Our client is a forward-thinking educational organization seeking a talented Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design innovative and engaging learning programs for children aged 0-6. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to shaping the future of early childhood education. The ideal candidate will have a passion for child development, a creative mindset, and extensive experience in curriculum design for young learners. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and refining educational materials that are both fun and foundational, ensuring they meet the developmental needs of early years children. This role demands a high degree of self-motivation, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a remote team. Join us in creating impactful learning experiences for children worldwide from the comfort of your own home.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive, play-based curriculum frameworks and lesson plans for early years education (ages 0-6).
• Create engaging and interactive learning materials, including digital resources, activity guides, and assessments.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with national educational standards and best practices in early childhood development.
• Conduct research on current trends and methodologies in early childhood education to inform curriculum development.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and project managers to refine content.
• Pilot and evaluate curriculum effectiveness, making necessary revisions based on feedback and data.
• Develop assessment tools to measure children's progress and learning outcomes.
• Create clear and concise documentation for curriculum implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design specifically for early years (0-6 years).
• Proven track record of developing engaging, age-appropriate educational content and materials.
• Strong understanding of child development theories, pedagogy, and learning frameworks (e.g., Montessori, Reggio Emilia).
• Excellent writing, editing, and instructional design skills.
• Proficiency with digital learning tools and content creation software.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive contractor rate.
• Opportunity to significantly influence early childhood education programs.
• Collaborate with a dynamic and dedicated team of education professionals.
• Flexible working hours.