Remote Online Course Facilitator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote contracting role

Flexible hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking Remote Online Course Facilitators for an online education provider. You will guide learners through online courses, monitor progress, and provide feedback from a remote setting. Roles emphasize engaging learners and maintaining supportive online communities.

You should have a background in online pedagogy, strong communication skills, and experience teaching or training adults. Ability to work independently in a remote, contract-based environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, or a relevant field.
• Master's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate asynchronous and synchronous online learning activities and discussions.
• Engage students, encourage participation, and foster a collaborative online learning community.
• Monitor student progress, identify challenges, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Respond to student inquiries and provide support via email, forums, and virtual meetings.
• Ensure that online course content is delivered effectively and aligns with learning objectives.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and course developers to refine course materials and delivery methods.
• Assess student work and provide grades and feedback according to established rubrics.
• Maintain accurate records of student engagement and performance.
• Stay updated on best practices in online facilitation and adult learning.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of online course delivery and student support services.

Skills

Online course facilitation

Teaching / Training

Excellent communication

Time management

Remote work

Empathetic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Communications

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Online collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic online education provider, is looking for enthusiastic and experienced Remote Online Course Facilitators to join their growing team. This is a fully remote opportunity, enabling you to contribute to learning from any location. As a facilitator, you will guide learners through online courses, foster engagement, monitor progress, and provide constructive feedback. You will be the primary point of contact for students, ensuring a supportive and interactive learning environment. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of online pedagogy, excellent communication skills, and a passion for adult education. You will work with a variety of course topics, helping students achieve their learning objectives and contributing to the overall quality of our client's online offerings. We seek individuals who are proactive, organized, and adept at managing online learning communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate asynchronous and synchronous online learning activities and discussions.
• Engage students, encourage participation, and foster a collaborative online learning community.
• Monitor student progress, identify challenges, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Respond to student inquiries and provide support via email, forums, and virtual meetings.
• Ensure that online course content is delivered effectively and aligns with learning objectives.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and course developers to refine course materials and delivery methods.
• Assess student work and provide grades and feedback according to established rubrics.
• Maintain accurate records of student engagement and performance.
• Stay updated on best practices in online facilitation and adult learning.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of online course delivery and student support services.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, or a relevant field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in online course facilitation, teaching, or training.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and effective online pedagogy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse learners.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and various online collaboration tools.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple courses and students simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Patience, empathy, and a student-centered approach.
• Reliable internet connection and a conducive remote work environment.

Benefits

This fully remote contracting role offers a competitive rate and the flexibility to set your own hours, ideal for those seeking remote work opportunities. You'll be part of an innovative and supportive online education company with opportunities for professional growth. Make a tangible impact on learner success and gain valuable experience in the rapidly growing field of online education, all while working remotely from a convenient location such as Paarl, Western Cape .