Remote Early Years Program Coordinator

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Home office setup allowance

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Early Years Program Coordinator to manage and enhance our early childhood initiatives from anywhere in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. You will oversee curriculum development, teacher training, and quality assurance of remote programs, guiding implementation through virtual channels.

This role requires a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education (or Educational Leadership), 5+ years of leadership in early childhood settings, and strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Educational Leadership.
• At least 5+ years managing early childhood programs.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine the curriculum framework for early years programs.
• Provide virtual training, coaching, and ongoing support to educators.
• Conduct remote QA assessments of program delivery and child engagement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with standards and best practices.
• Analyze program data to identify improvements and develop action plans.
• Manage resources and coordinate activities for remote programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Remote management

Curriculum design

Educational standards

Data analysis

Digital collaboration tools

Education

Master's in Early Childhood Education

Educational Leadership

Tools

LMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Remote Early Years Program Coordinator to manage and enhance their early childhood programs from anywhere in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This role involves overseeing the curriculum development, teacher training, and quality assurance of our client's early learning initiatives, all conducted remotely. You will play a crucial part in ensuring consistent, high-quality educational experiences for children across different locations by supporting educators and guiding program implementation through virtual channels. This is a unique opportunity for a leader in early childhood education to shape program strategy and impact on a larger scale, supported by a flexible, remote work setup and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine the curriculum framework for early years programs.
• Provide virtual training, coaching, and ongoing support to early childhood educators.
• Conduct remote quality assurance assessments of program delivery and child engagement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure program alignment with educational standards and best practices.
• Analyze program data to identify areas for improvement and develop strategic action plans.
• Manage resources and coordinate activities to ensure the smooth operation of remote educational programs.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in managing early childhood education programs.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a remote or distributed environment.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum design, instructional strategies, and quality standards in early years.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools and learning management systems.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Significant opportunities for leadership and professional advancement.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• A chance to influence educational quality for a growing organization.