Senior Early Childhood Leader & Curriculum Architect

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Paid leave

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Early Childhood Development Practitioner to lead the ECD program for ages 3-5 and guide curriculum development. You will mentor junior staff and foster holistic child development in a nurturing learning environment.

You will oversee daily operations, assess progress, collaborate with parents, and drive professional development while ensuring compliance with standards and school policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years in early childhood education with 4+ in senior/leadership roles.
• Proven curriculum design and implementation for young children.
• Knowledge of child psychology and developmental theories.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with educational technology and learning platforms.
• First Aid/CPR certification and police clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Lead and mentor a team of early childhood educators.
• Oversee daily operations in the early years department.
• Assess children's progress and create individualized plans.
• Collaborate with parents to foster home-school partnerships.
• Organize parent-teacher meetings and workshops.
• Stay updated on current best practices and ensure policy compliance.
• Manage resources and promote a positive school culture.

Skills

Curriculum design

Leadership

Communication

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Early Childhood Development Practitioner to lead the ECD program for ages 3-5 and guide curriculum development. You will mentor junior staff and foster holistic child development in a nurturing learning environment.

You will oversee daily operations, assess progress, collaborate with parents, and drive professional development while ensuring compliance with standards and school policies.