Remote Early Childhood Development; ECD) Curriculum Specialist
Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education
About the Role
Our client, a leading international non-profit organization dedicated to improving early childhood education globally, is seeking a passionate and innovative Remote Early Childhood Development (ECD) Curriculum Specialist. This fully remote position allows you to contribute your expertise from
** Johannesburg, Gauteng**, or any location within
** South Africa**. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and refining engaging and effective ECD curricula that meet the developmental needs of young children, ages 0-6. This role requires a deep understanding of child development theory, pedagogical best practices, and innovative learning methodologies. You will collaborate with a diverse team of educators, researchers, and program managers to create high-quality educational resources that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in young learners.
This is a chance to make a profound impact on foundational education worldwide, all from your home office.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive ECD curricula aligned with international best practices and local context requirements.
- Design age-appropriate learning activities, lesson plans, and educational materials for various developmental domains.
- Conduct research on current trends and research in early childhood education to inform curriculum development.
- Collaborate with program staff and local partners to adapt curricula for diverse learning environments and cultural contexts.
- Develop training materials and provide remote support and guidance to educators and facilitators implementing the curriculum.
- Ensure that curricula are inclusive, promote equity, and address the diverse needs of all children.
- Contribute to the development of assessment tools to measure learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
- Write reports, proposals, and other documentation related to curriculum development and implementation.
- Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development for early childhood education programs.
- Proven expertise in child development theories and pedagogical approaches (e.g., play-based learning, Reggio Emilia).
- Strong understanding of assessment strategies for young children.
- Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote team environment, collaborating across different time zones.
- Proficiency in creating engaging digital learning materials and resources.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, adapted for virtual interaction.
- Must be legally authorized to work in
** South Africa
** and possess a reliable internet connection.
- Competitive salary reflective of experience and expertise.
- Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility and autonomy.
- Comprehensive health benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and engagement with a global network of ECD professionals.
- Contribution to impactful educational initiatives with a worldwide reach.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Home office stipend to support a productive remote work setup.
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