Remote ECD Curriculum Designer for Preschool (3-5)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive contract rate

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape seeks an experienced ECD Facilitator to design play-based, holistic development activities for children aged 3-5. This remote role focuses on curriculum development and resource creation while supporting on-site teachers as needed.

You will plan engaging activities, develop assessment tools, and stay current with SA ECD curriculum guidelines, contributing to safe, nurturing learning environments within the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Early Childhood Development (NQF 4/5) or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years’ direct ECD experience with preschoolers.
• Ability to design engaging, play-based learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop play-based activities and lesson plans for 3–5 year olds.
• Create age-appropriate educational resources for early learning settings.
• Research best practices in ECD to enhance curriculum.
• Guide educators on effective pedagogical approaches for young children.
• Develop tools to assess developmental progress and identify gaps.
• Contribute to policies ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.
• Collaborate remotely with management and stakeholders.
• Stay updated on current trends in early childhood education.

Skills

ECD pedagogy

Curriculum development

Remote collaboration

Planning & organization

Digital tools

Education

ECD qualification (NQF 4/5)

Tools

Curriculum design software

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape seeks an experienced ECD Facilitator to design play-based, holistic development activities for children aged 3-5. This remote role focuses on curriculum development and resource creation while supporting on-site teachers as needed.

You will plan engaging activities, develop assessment tools, and stay current with SA ECD curriculum guidelines, contributing to safe, nurturing learning environments within the Western Cape.