Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer - WhatJobs Direct

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 344,000 - 689,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Global team collaboration

Potential for ongoing projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer to design and refine engaging online modules for ages 2-6. This contract role offers full remote work, collaboration with a global team of educators and designers, and the opportunity to shape a groundbreaking digital learning platform.

You will create lesson plans, activities, and multimedia content, ensure alignment with EYFS/Montessori/Reggio references, and develop assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education or closely related field is required.
• 4+ years in curriculum development, instructional design, or early years teaching are required.
• Experience in designing digital/online learning content is required.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and early learning frameworks (EYFS, Montessori, Reggio Emilia).
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration is required.

Responsibilities

• Design age-appropriate curriculum frameworks for ages 2-6.
• Create digital learning materials including lesson plans, activities, interactive exercises, and multimedia content.
• Align curriculum with recognized early learning standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, graphic artists, and SMEs to produce high-quality resources.
• Develop assessment tools and strategies to track children's learning progress.
• Research innovative pedagogical approaches and technologies for the curriculum.
• Review and revise modules based on feedback and performance data.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables in a remote setting.
• Contribute to the overall strategy and vision for the digital learning platform.
• Stay abreast of trends and research in early childhood education and digital learning.

Skills

Curriculum design

Instructional design

Remote collaboration

Digital learning

Gamification

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is embarking on an exciting initiative to create cutting-edge digital early years educational content and requires a talented Remote Early Years Curriculum Developer. This is a fully remote, contract-based position designed for an innovative professional passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and refining engaging, interactive, and developmentally appropriate curriculum modules for online delivery to young learners. This role demands creativity, a deep understanding of pedagogical principles for children aged 2-6, and the ability to translate these into compelling digital learning experiences. You will work independently, collaborate virtually with a team of educators and designers, and leverage your expertise to ensure the curriculum is both educational and fun.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive, age-appropriate curriculum frameworks for early childhood education (ages 2-6).
• Create engaging digital learning materials, including lesson plans, activities, interactive exercises, and multimedia content.
• Ensure curriculum content aligns with recognized early learning standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, graphic artists, and subject matter experts to produce high-quality educational resources.
• Develop assessment tools and strategies to track children's learning progress.
• Research and integrate innovative pedagogical approaches and technologies into the curriculum.
• Review and revise existing curriculum modules based on feedback and performance data.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum development projects in a remote setting.
• Contribute to the overall strategy and vision for the digital learning platform.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and research in early childhood education and digital learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Pedagogy, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching in an early years setting.
• Proven experience in designing digital or online learning content.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and early learning frameworks (e.g., EYFS, Montessori, Reggio Emilia).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency with relevant software and online collaboration tools.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects effectively from a remote location.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with gamification or interactive learning design is a significant advantage.
• A portfolio showcasing previous curriculum development work is required.

Benefits

• Highly competitive contractor rate, reflecting expertise and remote work flexibility.
• Flexible working hours, allowing for autonomous schedule management.
• Opportunity to be a key contributor to a groundbreaking educational platform.
• Work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection.
• Collaborate with a global team of professionals.
• Potential for ongoing projects and long-term engagement based on performance and business needs.