Social Media Marketing - Educational Content Creator; Child Development Focus

Position: Social Media Marketing - Educational Content Creator (Child Development Focus)
Position Title:

Educational Content Creator (Child Development Focus)

Location:

Mississauga, ON (Onsite/Hybrid)

Reports To:

Head of Marketing and Admin and Management

Position Type:  Volunteer / Internship Position

About the Organization
Nurture and Thrive Care Services is a non‑profit organization dedicated to providing high‑quality childcare services that support families and children in our community. We are committed to nurturing growth, safety, and well‑being through inclusive, affordable, and accessible childcare programs.

Position Overview
The Social Media Marketing – Educational Content Creator (Child Development Focus) Volunteer/Intern is responsible for creating meaningful, informative, and engaging content that supports parents, caregivers, and educators in understanding child development and early learning.

This role focuses on translating child development concepts into simple, practical, and visually engaging content for social media platforms. The content will highlight play‑based learning, developmental milestones, parenting tips, and educational activities aligned with the organization’s programs and values.

Working closely with the program and marketing teams, this role helps position the organization as a trusted resource for families and the community.

Required Skills & Abilities

Strong interest or background in child development, early childhood education, or parenting education

Ability to simplify educational concepts into easy‑to‑understand content

Basic content creation skills (graphics, captions, short videos)

Strong written communication skills (clear, engaging, and informative tone)

Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)

Ability to create content that is both educational and engaging

Organized and able to follow a content schedule

Preferred Qualifications (Assets)

Background or coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE), child psychology, or education

Experience working with children, families, or educational programs

Knowledge of developmental milestones and play‑based learning approaches

Experience using Canva, Cap Cut, or similar tools

Basic understanding of social media trends and engagement strategies

Experience creating educational or parenting‑related content

Key Responsibilities (Context for Role Fit)

Create social media content focused on child development and early learning

Develop posts such as:

Parenting tips

Play‑based activity ideas

Developmental milestone highlights

Educational infographics and short videos

Align content with current programs, themes, and seasonal topics

Ensure content is accurate, age‑appropriate, and culturally sensitive

Collaborate with program staff to ensure educational relevance

Support consistency in messaging and brand voice

Personal Attributes

Passionate about children’s learning and development

Creative and detail‑oriented

Empathetic and community‑focused

Strong ability to communicate with parents and caregivers

Proactive and open to feedback

Technical Skills (Helpful but not required)

Canva, Cap Cut, or similar design/video tools

Social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook)

Basic understanding of engagement metrics

Google Drive / Microsoft Teams for collaboration

Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for:

ECE students, education majors, or child development learners

Individuals passionate about supporting families through education

Volunteers looking to build experience in educational content creation and community impact

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