Digital Learning Facilitator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Home office setup support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Digital Learning Facilitator to design, develop and deliver engaging online learning experiences for educators and learners across South Africa. This fully remote role focuses on enhancing digital pedagogy and supporting the effective use of LMS platforms such as Moodle, Blackboard or Canvas.

The candidate will facilitate online courses, provide pedagogical support, and collaborate with subject experts to optimize curricula.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design or Educational Technology.
• 3+ years in digital learning, online course facilitation or design.
• Experience with LMS (Moodle/Blackboard/Canvas).
• Strong online pedagogy and design principles.
• Excellent digital literacy and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and curate engaging digital learning content and resources.
• Facilitate online courses and learning communities, fostering student engagement and interaction.
• Provide technical and pedagogical support to educators using digital learning platforms.
• Assist learners with navigating online learning environments and utilizing digital tools effectively.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of digital learning initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in digital education.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to integrate digital elements into curricula.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops for staff and students on digital learning tools and strategies.
• Manage and maintain learning management systems (LMS) and other digital educational platforms.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to online learning for users.

Skills

Instructional design

Digital pedagogy

Remote work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/EdTech

Tools

Moodle

Blackboard

Canvas

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking educational organization seeking a dynamic Digital Learning Facilitator . This position is a fully remote role, supporting educators and learners across various institutions. The primary focus will be on designing, developing, and implementing engaging online learning experiences and supporting the effective use of digital tools and platforms. You will play a crucial role in enhancing the digital pedagogy of the organization, ensuring a seamless and effective remote learning environment. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovator passionate about educational technology to shape the future of online learning from anywhere. We are committed to fostering accessible and high-quality education through digital means. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a remote-first setting and is eager to drive digital transformation in education across Paarl and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and curate engaging digital learning content and resources.
• Facilitate online courses and learning communities, fostering student engagement and interaction.
• Provide technical and pedagogical support to educators using digital learning platforms.
• Assist learners with navigating online learning environments and utilizing digital tools effectively.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of digital learning initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in digital education.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to integrate digital elements into curricula.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops for staff and students on digital learning tools and strategies.
• Manage and maintain learning management systems (LMS) and other digital educational platforms.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to online learning for users.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in digital learning, online course facilitation, or instructional design.
• Proven experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Blackboard, or Canvas.
• Strong understanding of online pedagogy and instructional design principles.
• Excellent digital literacy and proficiency with various educational technologies and software.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Experience in creating multimedia learning content (videos, interactive modules) is a plus.
• Demonstrated passion for innovation in online education.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for professional development in cutting-edge educational technologies.
• Be at the forefront of digital learning innovation.
• Collaborate with a passionate and global team.
• Contribute to enhancing educational access and quality.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Provision for home office setup support.