Virtual Educational Play Facilitator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote work

Generous PTO

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Virtual Educational Play Facilitator to join a fully remote team supporting families around Port Elizabeth. You will design and deliver engaging online play sessions and educational activities for children, using creative digital tools to promote learning and social interaction in a virtual setting.

The role offers flexible hours and a focus on child development. The ideal candidate has a background in Early Childhood Education, proven online engagement

Qualifications

• Degree or certification in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• Proven experience in facilitating educational activities for children, preferably online.
• Excellent command of virtual communication tools and educational technology.
• Strong understanding of child psychology and developmental milestones.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead interactive online play sessions and educational programs for children.
• Create engaging digital content, including stories, songs, crafts, and age-appropriate lessons.
• Facilitate virtual group activities designed to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to parents on supporting their child's learning at home.
• Utilize various digital platforms and tools to deliver dynamic and immersive virtual experiences.
• Maintain communication with families, addressing inquiries and fostering a positive online learning community.

Skills

Online engagement

Child development

Educational technology

Education

Degree or certification in Early Childhood Education

Experience in online teaching/engagement

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Online learning platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and energetic Virtual Educational Play Facilitator to join their fully remote team, supporting families in and around Port Elizabeth . This dynamic role involves designing and delivering engaging online play sessions and educational activities for children of various ages. You will use creative digital tools and platforms to foster learning, creativity, and social interaction in a virtual setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about child development and experienced in online engagement, seeking a flexible and impactful career path that contributes to children's growth and learning from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead interactive online play sessions and educational programs for children.


• Create engaging digital content, including stories, songs, crafts, and age-appropriate lessons.


• Facilitate virtual group activities designed to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.


• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to parents on supporting their child's learning at home.


• Utilize various digital platforms and tools to deliver dynamic and immersive virtual experiences.


• Maintain communication with families, addressing inquiries and fostering a positive online learning community.

Requirements

• Degree or certification in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.


• Proven experience in facilitating educational activities for children, preferably in an online environment.


• Excellent command of virtual communication tools and educational technology.


• Strong understanding of child psychology and developmental milestones.


• Creative thinking and the ability to develop engaging, hands-on virtual activities.


• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient and encouraging demeanor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.


• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.


• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.


• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training in online education.


• Access to a library of digital resources and creative tools.


• A dynamic and supportive virtual team culture.