Digital Pedagogy Specialist

Marlborough; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with employer matching

Generous time-off

Job summary

Marlborough School is seeking a Digital Pedagogy Specialist in Los Angeles to advance digital literacy and AI initiatives across the Academic Resource Center. You’ll support faculty with technology, teach AI literacy, and help align technology use with best practices in education.

The role requires collaboration with division heads and ongoing professional development for staff, students, and families, while staying current on trends in ed tech and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational environment.
• Proficiency with Mac OS, Google Workspace, and Blackbaud.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or related IT field.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead the Ed Tech Committee and contribute to Marlborough’s Academic Technology Plan.
• Develop and teach an AI Literacy course, ensuring curriculum reflects emerging technologies and ethics.
• Partner with faculty to integrate digital literacy and AI into classroom instruction across grades.
• Evaluate and guide AI systems in line with ethical and safe use.
• Lead faculty workshops on digital learning and classroom technology.

Skills

Mac OS

Google Workspace

Blackbaud

Educational environment experience

Communication skills

Organization

Confidentiality and judgment

Independent/collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology / IT

Job description

Digital Pedagogy Specialist

Professional Los Angeles, CA, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1034

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Digital Pedagogy Specialist

Department: Academic Resource Center

Reports To: Director of Technology

FLSA Status: Exempt

Founded in 1889, Marlborough School is an independent girls' college-preparatory school for grades 7 through 12 located in Los Angeles, California. Marlborough is the oldest independent girls’ school in the Southern California region. Central to Marlborough’s vision that Equity Leads Education is the belief in and passion for empowering young women to use their immense talents to better the world and become trailblazers in their own right. Bolstered by world-class faculty and staff, Marlborough students are challenged and inspired to work towards their own personal best and, in doing so, have an almost endless array of courses, extracurriculars, electives, and programs to spark their curiosity, deepen their compassion for one another, and lead lives of purpose.

Position Overview

The position is an integral member of the Academic Resource (Technology) Team, designed to support faculty with digital pedagogy, emerging-tech literacy, and classroom technology. Additionally, the position helps support the day-to-day operation of the School’s technology systems and users, and facilitates digital literacy through Staculty (Faculty/Staff), small-group, and individual training. The Digital Pedagogy Specialist will also teach an AI Literacy course, demonstrate a passion for teaching and learning, and share enthusiasm for new technology within an educational setting, specifically in supporting diverse school constituents including students, faculty, staff, and parents.

Primary Responsibilities

• Co-lead the Ed Tech Committee and contribute to Marlborough’s Academic Technology Plan
• Develop and teach an AI Literacy course, ensuring the curriculum reflects emerging technologies, ethical considerations, and best practices in artificial intelligence
• Partner with faculty across disciplines and grades to integrate digital literacy and AI competencies into classroom instruction, including visiting classrooms, building relationships with faculty, co-planning lessons, and stepping into classrooms as needed to provide direct instruction on digital literacy skills
• Evaluate, guide, and integrate AI systems and tools in alignment with institutional values of intentional, safe, ethical, and developmentally-appropriate use
• Promote thoughtful decision-making around when technology enhances learning and when analog approaches may be more appropriate
• Serve as the Blackbaud LMS expert and create resources for faculty and students
• In partnership with Dean of Faculty, coordinate technology portion of New Employee Orientation
• Collaborate with faculty to connect technology choices to student learning, classroom practice, and sound instructional design
• Coordinate with the Director of Technology and Division Heads to ensure that parent and student programming around digital education and social media use are met
• Regularly lead workshops for faculty around digital learning, emerging tech, and classroom technology, during opening meetings and throughout the year as part of professional development days
• Work with members of the ARC Team to support diverse user needs and to serve as a pedagogical resource for employees, students, and the Marlborough community
• Stay current on new trends in technology, including the areas of artificial intelligence, digital literacy and safety, and teaching and learning in a digital age
• Interface with vendors as needed to resolve issues and maintain relationships
• Perform other departmental duties as required, including working throughout the summer to prepare for the upcoming school year

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Experience in and passion for working in an educational environment
• Fluency in Mac OS, Google Workspace, and Blackbaud
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience teaching Middle or Upper School students, preferably in an independent school setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Resourceful problem-solver with a proven record of maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment
• Highly organized with the ability to work successfully either independently or in collaborative groups, and to work in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple priorities/deadlines
• Demonstrated experience working with constituents in person or virtually

Qualifications and Other Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree preferred, ideally in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or related Information Technology (IT) field or specialization (professional certification may be considered as a substitute for degree requirement)
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in the field of EdTech or related field
• Flexibility to work weekends and evenings as needed

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $105,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Access to voluntary benefits and professional development programs
• Competitive retirement plans, including employer matching contributions
• Generous time-off allowance to maintain a healthy work-life balance

Marlborough School is an equal opportunity employer. Marlborough recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Marlborough School is a diverse, inclusive community that strives to maintain diversity in all areas of employment.