Remote Educational Program Developer - Early Years

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 482,000 - 758,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote contract

Flexible schedule

Edtech experience

Collaborative team

Cutting-edge tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Remote Educational Program Developer with a focus on early years to design online curricula and interactive activities. You will work independently from a remote location, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality digital learning experiences.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Early Childhood Education or related field, with 5+ years of online program development experience and strong project management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in relevant field (Early Childhood/Education).
• 5+ years of experience developing online educational programs.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development theories.
• Proven ability to create engaging, interactive online learning materials.

Responsibilities

• Design online curriculum content for early years (ages 3-7).
• Develop interactive activities, lesson plans, and multimedia resources for digital delivery.
• Collaborate with designers and animators to produce educational materials.
• Research best practices in early childhood education and edtech.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure learning outcomes online.
• Ensure content aligns with standards and learning objectives.

Skills

Project management

Remote collaboration

English writing

Curriculum design

Educational technology

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Curriculum Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Remote Educational Program Developer specializing in early years to conceptualize and build engaging online curricula. This role focuses on designing innovative learning modules and activities that cater to the developmental needs of young children (ages 3-7) in a digital format. You will work independently from your location, collaborating virtually with a team of designers, educators, and subject matter experts to create cutting-edge educational content. This is a contract position ideal for a forward-thinking professional passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education through interactive and accessible online programs, contributing significantly to our client's mission from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging, age-appropriate online curriculum content for early years education.
• Create interactive learning activities, lesson plans, and multimedia resources for digital delivery.
• Collaborate with graphic designers and animators to produce visually appealing educational materials.
• Conduct research on best practices in early childhood education and edtech to inform program design.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure learning outcomes for young children in an online setting.
• Ensure all developed content aligns with educational standards and learning objectives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience developing educational programs, with a focus on digital or online content.
• Demonstrated expertise in early childhood development and learning theories.
• Proven ability to create engaging and interactive educational materials for young learners.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for virtual collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible remote work schedule.
• Opportunity to shape innovative digital learning experiences.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse team on impactful projects.
• Gain experience with cutting-edge educational technology.