Education Technology Specialist

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Cutting-edge educational technology

Exposure to diverse academic programs

Contract extension potential

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking an Education Technology Specialist to evaluate, implement, and support educational technologies across the institution. You will work with faculty, IT staff, and students to ensure seamless integration and effective use of digital tools.

The role combines hands-on tech support with training and evaluation of new tools, LMS platforms, and multimedia software, helping teachers enhance learning outcomes through innovative technologies in a vibrant academic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Education or related field.
• Proven experience with educational technology in an academic environment.
• Strong knowledge of LMS, digital collaboration tools, and multimedia software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to hardware and software.
• Effective communication and training skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain educational software, hardware, and platforms.
• Provide technical support and training to faculty and students on educational technologies.
• Evaluate new educational technologies for potential adoption and integration into existing infrastructure.
• Collaborate with IT to troubleshoot issues and ensure system reliability.
• Develop and deliver workshops to promote digital literacy and pedagogical use of technology.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical training

Communication

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Education or related field

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Digital collaboration tools

Multimedia software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Education Technology Specialist to join their innovative team in Centurion . This role is critical in evaluating, implementing, and supporting educational technologies that enhance teaching and learning experiences across the institution. You will work closely with faculty, IT staff, and students to ensure seamless integration and effective utilization of digital tools. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to be at the forefront of educational innovation, driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and providing essential technical support within a collaborative academic setting located in the vibrant hub of Centurion .

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain educational software, hardware, and platforms.
• Provide technical support and training to faculty and students on the effective use of educational technologies.
• Evaluate new educational technologies for potential adoption and integration into the existing infrastructure.
• Collaborate with the IT department to troubleshoot technical issues and ensure system reliability.
• Develop and deliver workshops and resources to promote digital literacy and the pedagogical use of technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Education, or a related field.
• Proven experience working with educational technology in an academic environment.
• Strong knowledge of learning management systems (LMS), digital collaboration tools, and multimedia software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to hardware and software.
• Effective communication and training skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge educational technology .
• Exposure to diverse academic programs and faculty.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
• A collaborative work environment focused on advancing educational outcomes through technology.