Remote Early Years Learning Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Ed-tech tools

Professional development

Equipment provided

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Early Years Learning Specialist to design and deliver engaging online content for children aged 3-5. This fully remote role offers flexibility and the opportunity to influence early childhood education through technology.

You will collaborate with curriculum developers and digital artists, implement innovative online pedagogy, monitor progress, and support families with home learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced pedagogy and leadership.
• Minimum 5 years of experience teaching preschool-aged children (3–5).
• Proven experience delivering online or remote content.
• Strong understanding of child development and digital environments.
• Excellent digital literacy across platforms and tools (Zoom, Classroom).

Responsibilities

• Design interactive online learning modules and activities for preschoolers.
• Deliver engaging virtual lessons tailored to early years development.
• Create multimedia content (videos, games, digital books).
• Monitor and assess children's progress on online platforms and share feedback with parents.
• Collaborate with curriculum developers and instructional designers for quality content.
• Facilitate online parent-teacher interactions and home-learning support sessions.
• Stay updated on trends in remote early childhood education and tech.
• Troubleshoot issues on the online learning platform.
• Foster a positive, inclusive online learning community.

Skills

Online pedagogy

Content creation

Video editing

Digital literacy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Zoom

Google Classroom

Interactive whiteboards

Job description

About the Role

Our client is revolutionizing early childhood education through innovative remote learning solutions and is seeking a dedicated Remote Early Years Learning Specialist to join their dynamic team. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing and delivering engaging online educational content for children aged 3-5. The core mission is to provide high-quality, accessible early learning experiences that foster cognitive, social, and emotional development in young learners. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of online pedagogy for early years, exceptional creativity in developing digital resources, and a passion for making learning fun and effective through technology. You will collaborate with a team of curriculum developers and digital artists to create a truly immersive and impactful learning journey for children across various locations. This role is perfect for an experienced early childhood educator who is adept at leveraging technology to connect with and inspire young minds. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of remote early childhood education. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, demanding innovation and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop interactive online learning modules and activities for preschoolers.
• Deliver engaging virtual lessons and educational sessions tailored to early years development.
• Create multimedia content, including videos, interactive games, and digital storybooks.
• Monitor and assess children's progress through online platforms and provide constructive feedback to parents.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to ensure curriculum quality and alignment with developmental goals.
• Facilitate online parent-teacher interactions and workshops to support home learning.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in remote early childhood education.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to the online learning platform.
• Foster a positive and supportive online learning community for children and their families.
• Adapt teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Pedagogy, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching young children (ages 3-5) in an early years setting.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering online or remote educational content.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and age-appropriate learning strategies for digital environments.
• Excellent digital literacy and proficiency with various online learning platforms and tools (e.g., Zoom, Google Classroom, interactive whiteboards).
• Exceptional content creation skills (video editing, graphic design basics).
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect effectively with young children and parents virtually.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and pedagogical approaches.
• A creative mindset and a passion for innovative education.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of digital early childhood education.
• Access to cutting-edge educational technology and resources.
• Professional development opportunities focused on online pedagogy and ed-tech.
• Collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Contribution to a global mission of making quality early education accessible.
• Company-provided equipment and software.