Remote Early Years Educator and Content Creator

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Flexible hours

Global impact

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Remote Early Years Educator and Content Creator to design, deliver, and improve online learning experiences for children aged 2–5. You will craft videos, activities, and parent resources, collaborating with a distributed team to enhance an online platform.

The role requires a degree in a related field, 4+ years of practice, and strong digital content skills. Flexible hours and a home office setup allowance are offered for a global impact in early education.

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Technology, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience as an early years educator with content creation experience.
• Proficiency in digital content creation tools and LMS.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and pedagogy for young learners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Able to manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce interactive digital content for early years education (videos, animations, games).
• Develop remote-friendly lesson plans and activities for ages 2–5.
• Create resources for parents and caregivers to support home learning.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and multimedia specialists.
• Stay current with trends in early childhood education and digital learning tech.
• Participate in virtual meetings and contribute to strategic online program planning.

Skills

Early childhood development

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Video editing software

Graphic design tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an imaginative and skilled Remote Early Years Educator and Content Creator to develop engaging digital learning experiences for young children. In this fully remote position, you will design, create, and deliver innovative online educational content, leveraging your expertise in early childhood development to foster learning and creativity. You'll collaborate with a distributed team to build a comprehensive online platform that supports children's growth in cognitive, social, and emotional domains, while providing resources for parents and caregivers. This role is perfect for an educator who is adept at digital tools and passionate about making early learning accessible and exciting through technology, contributing to a leader in online childcare solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality, interactive digital content for early years education, including videos, animations, and games.
• Develop engaging lesson plans and learning activities suitable for remote delivery to children aged 2-5.
• Create supplementary resources for parents and caregivers to support home-based learning and child development.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and multimedia specialists to bring educational concepts to life digitally.
• Stay current with trends in early childhood education and digital learning technologies.
• Participate in virtual team meetings, provide feedback, and contribute to strategic planning for online program development.

Requirements

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an early years educator, with a proven track record in content creation.
• Proficiency in digital content creation tools (e.g., video editing software, graphic design tools) and learning management systems.
• Strong understanding of child development theories and pedagogical approaches for young learners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• A dynamic and innovative work culture focused on impacting early education globally.