Remote Educational Support Specialist & Virtual Nanny

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 167,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Contract extension

Innovative ed delivery

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Educational Support Specialist & Virtual Nanny to design engaging online lessons for children aged 4-7. This fully remote role requires strong curriculum development, digital literacy, and the ability to motivate learners through virtual platforms.

You will collaborate with a family, schedule sessions, monitor progress, provide feedback to parents, and ensure online safety while delivering high-quality early education from home.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Development, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching or educational support experience with young children.
• Proven experience delivering online or virtual educational content.
• Proficient with video conferencing tools (Zoom, Google Meet) and educational software.
• Strong digital literacy and technical aptitude.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for virtual context.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection and suitable home office setup.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate virtual lessons covering literacy, numeracy, arts, and sciences.
• Create interactive online activities, games, and projects to enhance learning.
• Utilize digital tools and platforms to facilitate sessions.
• Monitor children's progress and provide constructive feedback to parents.
• Maintain a consistent and structured virtual learning schedule.
• Foster a positive and encouraging online learning environment.
• Adapt teaching strategies to individual learning styles in a remote setting.
• Communicate regularly with parents via video calls, email, or messaging platforms.
• Ensure online safety and digital citizenship.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to virtual sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Digital literacy

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Zoom

Google Meet

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking family seeking a highly motivated and qualified Remote Educational Support Specialist & Virtual Nanny. This position is designed for an individual who is passionate about early childhood education and can effectively engage and educate children (ages 4-7) through virtual platforms. While the role is fully remote, based in **Klerksdorp, North West**, the candidate must be adept at creating dynamic online learning experiences. The primary focus will be on curriculum development for virtual sessions, delivering engaging lessons, and providing educational companionship. The ideal candidate will be an expert in creating a stimulating digital learning environment, fostering curiosity, and ensuring children remain focused and motivated during online interactions. This remote role requires exceptional organizational skills, a strong internet connection, and the ability to work independently while maintaining consistent communication with the family. We are looking for a creative educator who can adapt teaching methodologies for a virtual setting and make learning fun and impactful from a distance.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering engaging, age-appropriate virtual lessons covering literacy, numeracy, arts, and sciences.
• Creating interactive online activities, games, and projects to enhance learning.
• Utilizing various digital tools and platforms to facilitate educational sessions.
• Monitoring children's progress and providing constructive feedback to parents.
• Maintaining a consistent and structured virtual learning schedule.
• Fostering a positive and encouraging online learning environment.
• Adapting teaching strategies to suit individual learning styles and needs in a remote setting.
• Communicating regularly with parents via video calls, email, or messaging platforms.
• Ensuring online safety and digital citizenship are taught and practiced.
• Troubleshooting technical issues related to virtual sessions as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in teaching or educational support, with a focus on young children.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering online or virtual educational content.
• Proficiency with video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet) and educational software.
• Excellent digital literacy and technical aptitude.
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning methodologies.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, adapted for a virtual context.
• Must have a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain motivation.
• Must be legally eligible to work as a contractor in **South Africa**.
• References from previous educational roles are required.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, offering flexibility and work-from-home convenience.
• Competitive contract rate, reflecting expertise and the specialized nature of the role.
• Opportunity to innovate in virtual education delivery.
• Flexible working hours, coordinated with the family's needs.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and mutual agreement.