Remote Educational Support Specialist

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work option

Professional development opportunities

Impactful educational initiatives

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Educational Support Specialist to assist families and educators in Pretoria and surrounding areas. This role is fully remote and focuses on guidance, resources, and virtual support for early childhood development and learning.

You will work with parents to implement home-based learning strategies and help educators with remote instructional planning and content adaptation. The position emphasizes innovative digital solutions and independent work in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Experience in early childhood education, curriculum development, or educational consulting.
• Proficiency with online communication and collaboration tools such as Zoom and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote guidance and support to parents on early childhood development and home-based learning strategies.
• Assist educators with the development and adaptation of remote learning materials and curriculum content.
• Conduct virtual consultations and workshops for parents and educators on specific educational topics.
• Research and recommend effective digital tools and resources for early learning.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided and track progress of families and educators assisted.
• Collaborate with the client’s team to refine remote support methodologies and outreach programs.

Skills

Remote communication

Educational consulting

Research skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development

Tools

Zoom

Google Workspace

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Remote Educational Support Specialist to provide vital assistance to families and educators supporting young children in Pretoria and surrounding areas. This role is entirely remote, focusing on offering guidance, resources, and virtual support for early childhood development and learning. You will work with parents and guardians to implement effective home-based learning strategies and assist educators with remote instructional planning and content adaptation. This position is key to ensuring continuity and quality in early childhood education through innovative digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote guidance and support to parents on early childhood development and home-based learning strategies.
• Assist educators with the development and adaptation of remote learning materials and curriculum content.
• Conduct virtual consultations and workshops for parents and educators on specific educational topics.
• Research and recommend effective digital tools and resources for early learning.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided and track progress of families and educators assisted.
• Collaborate with the client's team to refine remote support methodologies and outreach programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Experience in early childhood education, curriculum development, or educational consulting.
• Proficiency in using online communication and collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Google Workspace).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote engagement.
• Strong research skills and ability to synthesize information into actionable advice.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote position.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home.
• Professional development opportunities in educational technology and remote support.
• Contribute to impactful educational initiatives reaching a wide audience.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.