Remote Educational Play Facilitator

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Flexible hours

Remote work

Curriculum support

Digital resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Educational Play Facilitator to design and deliver engaging, play-based online sessions for young learners from home. You will foster early childhood development using digital tools and create a safe, fun virtual environment.

The role emphasizes clear communication with parents, flexibility, and the ability to tailor activities to diverse learning needs within the Sandton, Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education
• Demonstrated ability to engage young children in a virtual or remote setting
• Solid understanding of play-based learning principles and child development
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and patient demeanor
• Proficiency with video conferencing software and digital learning tools
• A dedicated, quiet workspace with reliable high-speed internet is mandatory
• Ability to work independently and manage your schedule effectively
• Context-aware support to families in the Sandton, Gauteng region

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, play-based educational activities through virtual platforms.
• Facilitate interactive online sessions that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Create a fun, safe, and encouraging virtual environment for children aged (Specify Age Range, e.g., 2-5).
• Monitor children's participation and progress, providing constructive feedback to parents.
• Adapt activities to cater to diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians via video calls, email, and messaging.
• Utilize a variety of digital tools and resources to enhance learning experiences.
• Manage your time efficiently to plan and execute virtual sessions effectively.

Skills

Early childhood education

Virtual teaching

Child development

Parent communication

Digital tools

Tools

Zoom

Skype

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative provider of virtual education services, is seeking a creative and engaging Remote Educational Play Facilitator . This position is fully remote and specifically targets supporting young learners within the Sandton, Gauteng, ZA area. You will be responsible for designing and leading interactive play-based learning sessions online, focusing on early childhood development and cognitive skills. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, possesses excellent communication abilities, and has a strong foundation in early childhood education principles, adapted for a digital environment. This role offers significant flexibility and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on children's learning and development from home. We are committed to leveraging technology to deliver exceptional educational experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, play-based educational activities through virtual platforms.
• Facilitate interactive online sessions that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Create a fun, safe, and encouraging virtual environment for children aged (Specify Age Range, e.g., 2-5).
• Monitor children's participation and progress, providing constructive feedback to parents.
• Adapt activities to cater to diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians via video calls, email, and messaging.
• Utilize a variety of digital tools and resources to enhance learning experiences.
• Manage your time efficiently to plan and execute virtual sessions effectively.

Requirements

• Experience in early childhood education, childcare, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to engage young children in a virtual or remote setting.
• Solid understanding of play-based learning principles and child development.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and patient demeanor.
• Proficiency with video conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Skype) and digital learning tools.
• A dedicated, quiet workspace with a reliable high-speed internet connection is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and manage your schedule effectively.
• Must be able to provide context-aware support to families in the Sandton, Gauteng, ZA region.
• Background check will be required.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate for remote services.
• Flexible working hours, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work remotely and gain experience in virtual education.
• Be part of a pioneering team focused on innovative childcare solutions.
• Directly contribute to the positive development and learning of children.
• Access to digital resources and curriculum support.