Educational Technologist: Hybrid Role in Learning Tech

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 690,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Generous leave

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an Educational Technologist to explore, implement, and support innovative learning technologies that elevate teaching and learning across the institution. You will work with educators, instructional designers, and IT professionals to integrate digital tools into the curriculum and improve student outcomes.

The role requires strong knowledge of LMS platforms (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard), solid pedagogical insight, and excellent troubleshooting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with LMS platforms and educational software.

Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and recommend new educational technologies and digital tools.
• Provide technical support and training to faculty and staff on learning technologies and platforms.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and faculty to integrate technology into course design and delivery.
• Develop and maintain documentation, tutorials, and resources for educational technology tools.
• Troubleshoot LMS issues and educational software.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Training material creation

Pedagogical understanding

LMS experience

Education

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

Master's degree

Tools

Moodle

Canvas

Blackboard

Multimedia development tools

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an Educational Technologist to explore, implement, and support innovative learning technologies that elevate teaching and learning across the institution. You will work with educators, instructional designers, and IT professionals to integrate digital tools into the curriculum and improve student outcomes.

The role requires strong knowledge of LMS platforms (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard), solid pedagogical insight, and excellent troubleshooting,