EdTech Leader: LMS & Digital Learning Innovator - Upington

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Educational Technologist to lead the integration of technology in teaching and learning at an Upington-based institution. You will support educators and students, develop engaging digital resources, and manage the LMS while staying current with trends in educational technology.

The role requires a strong background in LMS platforms, instructional design, and multimedia content production, with collaboration across departments to advance digital learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in educational technology or similar role.
• Proven experience with LMS platforms: Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard.
• Proficient in instructional design and multimedia tools such as Storyline and Captivate.
• Strong knowledge of current educational technologies and trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to train and support users with varying technical levels.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Willingness to relocate to Upington, Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement digital learning solutions and resources.
• Provide training and support on educational technologies and LMS platforms.
• Collaborate with educators to integrate technology into curriculum and pedagogy.
• Create multimedia content: videos, modules, assessments.
• Evaluate and recommend new educational technologies for teaching and learning.
• Manage and maintain LMS and other platforms.
• Stay updated on educational technology trends and best practices.
• Deliver workshops on educational technology for staff.
• Troubleshoot issues related to educational software and hardware.
• Contribute to strategic planning for technology integration in education.

Skills

LMS administration

Instructional design

Multimedia production

Training others

Project management

Education

Bachelor's in Education Technology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Moodle

Canvas

Blackboard

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Educational Technologist to lead the integration of technology in teaching and learning at an Upington-based institution. You will support educators and students, develop engaging digital resources, and manage the LMS while staying current with trends in educational technology.

The role requires a strong background in LMS platforms, instructional design, and multimedia content production, with collaboration across departments to advance digital learning.