Remote Early Years Specialist & Curriculum Designer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Professional growth

EdTech innovation

Global team

Online learning resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled remote Early Years Specialist & Curriculum Designer in South Africa. You will develop innovative curriculum for ages 0-6, create digital learning resources, and design assessment tools, collaborating with a remote team to deliver high-quality content.

The ideal candidate holds a Masters in ECE or related field with 7+ years of curriculum design experience, LMS proficiency, and strong writing skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Educational Psychology, or related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in early childhood education with curriculum development and design.
• Experience creating digital educational content and using LMS.
• Strong understanding of child development from birth to six years.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple remote projects.
• Proficiency in digital design tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a comprehensive early childhood curriculum for ages 0-6.
• Create digital learning materials including modules, videos, printables, and activities.
• Develop assessment tools to monitor progress and learning outcomes.
• Research and apply latest trends in early childhood education and digital learning.
• Collaborate with a remote team of educators, designers, and developers.
• Develop training materials and online professional development sessions.
• Ensure content is culturally sensitive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate.
• Maintain an organized digital repository of resources and documentation.

Skills

Curriculum design

Content creation

Remote work

Educational psychology

LMS proficiency

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

LMS

Design software

Job description

About the Role Our client, a forward-thinking organization specializing in early childhood education services, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Early Years Specialist & Curriculum Designer. This position is fully remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa. The role focuses on developing innovative and engaging educational content and strategies for young learners, ensuring they meet developmental milestones and foster a love for learning. You will be instrumental in creating digital learning resources, training materials for educators, and assessment frameworks. This is a unique chance to leverage your expertise in early childhood development and digital content creation to impact a wide audience of children and educators, all from the convenience of your home office. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, highly organized, and possess exceptional creative and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop a comprehensive, engaging, and evidence-based early childhood curriculum for various age groups (0-6 years).
• Create digital learning materials, including interactive modules, videos, printables, and online activities.
• Develop assessment tools and strategies to monitor children's progress and learning outcomes.
• Research and integrate the latest trends and best practices in early childhood education and digital learning.
• Collaborate with a remote team of educators, designers, and developers to refine curriculum content and delivery methods.
• Develop training materials and conduct online professional development sessions for early years practitioners.
• Ensure all curriculum content is culturally sensitive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate.
• Maintain an organized digital repository of all created resources and documentation.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in early childhood education, with a significant focus on curriculum development and design.
• Proven experience in creating digital educational content and utilizing learning management systems (LMS).
• Strong understanding of child development from birth to six years.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in digital design tools and software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fully remote capacity.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, providing excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for significant professional growth and innovation in educational technology.
• Contribute to shaping the future of early childhood education across various platforms.
• Access to online learning resources and professional development opportunities.
• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking global team.
• Work with cutting-edge tools and technologies in the EdTech space.