Remote Early Years Educator & Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible remote work

Professional growth opportunities

Health insurance

Regular virtual team meetings

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Early Years Educator & Curriculum Developer to design and implement engaging online learning programs for 2- to 5-year-olds. This fully remote role supports children nationwide from Polokwane, Limpopo, leveraging a mix of lesson plans, videos, and interactive content.

You will collaborate with educators and designers, align with developmental milestones, and lead virtual workshops for parents while advancing remote education best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in early childhood education and curriculum development.
• Experience creating digital educational content and online learning programs.
• Proficiency with LMS and multimedia tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Access to reliable internet and a suitable home office.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop online curriculum for early years (2-5) with play-based learning.
• Create lesson plans, activities, videos, and interactive content.
• Use educational tech platforms to deliver virtual learning.
• Align curriculum with standards and developmental milestones.
• Develop remote assessment strategies to track progress.
• Collaborate with educators and designers to refine offerings.
• Provide resources for parents supporting remote learning.
• Stay updated on best practices in early childhood and remote learning.
• Lead virtual workshops for parents or remote caregivers.
• Adapt content based on feedback and data performance.

Skills

Remote work capability

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Pedagogy or related field

Tools

LMS

Multimedia tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is pioneering innovative remote childcare solutions and is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Early Years Educator & Curriculum Developer to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing engaging, age-appropriate online learning programs for young children. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of early childhood education principles and a proven ability to translate them into effective digital content. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of remote early learning, creating a stimulating and educational experience for children from anywhere. This is a unique opportunity to contribute remotely to a growing field, impacting young minds nationwide from Polokwane, Limpopo (though the role is remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive online curriculum for early years (ages 2-5), focusing on play-based learning.
• Create engaging digital learning materials, including lesson plans, activities, videos, and interactive content.
• Utilize educational technology tools and platforms to deliver virtual learning experiences.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with early childhood education standards and developmental milestones.
• Develop assessment strategies to track children's progress remotely.
• Collaborate with a team of educators and designers to refine and enhance program offerings.
• Provide guidance and resources for parents supporting their children's remote learning.
• Stay updated on best practices in early childhood education and remote learning.
• Lead virtual workshops or training sessions for parents or remote caregivers.
• Adapt content and delivery methods based on feedback and performance data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Pedagogy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with a strong curriculum development background.
• Proven experience in creating digital educational content and online learning programs.
• Proficiency with educational technology, learning management systems (LMS), and multimedia tools.
• Excellent understanding of child development, learning theories, and pedagogy for young children.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Ability to work independently, manage projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Must be based anywhere and comfortable working remotely.
• A creative and innovative mindset towards digital education.
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package for this fully remote position.
• Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working from home, with no commute required.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in the rapidly expanding field of online education.
• Contribute to a forward-thinking company shaping the future of childcare.
• Regular virtual team meetings and collaborative online environments.
• Health insurance and other standard benefits will be provided.

This is a unique chance to leverage your expertise in early childhood education in a dynamic, remote-first role, regardless of your physical location in relation to Polokwane.