Educational Technology Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Educational resources and staff支持

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Technology Specialist for our client in Mahikeng, North West. The role focuses on integrating technology into teaching and learning, evaluating and implementing digital tools, and supporting staff.

You will train staff, develop digital resources, manage the LMS, and contribute to the school's digital strategy. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in edtech are required, with strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education Technology, CS, IT, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in educational technology support or integration.
• Experience with LMS and digital tools (G Suite for Education, Microsoft Education).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent training and facilitation, able to explain tech to non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of pedagogical principles to enhance learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in Mahikeng.
• Content creation for digital learning environments is a plus.
• Certification in educational technologies or IT is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement educational technologies to support teaching and learning.
• Provide technical support for educational software, hardware, and online platforms.
• Develop and deliver training sessions for teachers and staff on educational tech.
• Create and maintain digital learning resources, tutorials, and documentation.
• Collaborate with educators to integrate tech into curriculum and lesson planning.
• Stay current with trends in educational technology and digital learning.
• Manage and maintain the school's LMS and other educational platforms in North West.
• Assist in developing the school's digital strategy and technology policies.
• Promote digital literacy and responsible technology use among students and staff.
• Evaluate effectiveness of technologies and report on usage and impact.

Skills

Training & facilitation

Pedagogical knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education Technology or related field

Tools

G Suite for Education

Microsoft Education

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Digital tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive educational institution in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an innovative Educational Technology Specialist. This role is pivotal in integrating technology effectively into the teaching and learning processes across the school. The specialist will be responsible for evaluating, implementing, and supporting educational technologies, providing training to staff, and developing digital learning resources. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of current educational technologies, pedagogical best practices, and excellent technical support skills. This is an exciting opportunity to drive digital transformation within the Mahikeng educational landscape and enhance student learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement appropriate educational technologies and digital tools to support teaching and learning.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for educational software, hardware, and online platforms.
• Develop and deliver engaging training sessions and workshops for teachers and staff on using educational technologies effectively.
• Create and maintain digital learning resources, tutorials, and documentation.
• Collaborate with educators to integrate technology into curriculum design and lesson planning.
• Stay current with emerging trends and innovations in educational technology and digital learning.
• Manage and maintain the school's learning management system (LMS) and other educational platforms in North West.
• Assist in the development of the school's digital strategy and technology policies.
• Promote digital literacy and responsible technology use among students and staff.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented technologies and provide reports on usage and impact.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in an educational technology support or integration role.
• Proven experience with various educational technologies, learning management systems (LMS), and digital tools (e.g., G Suite for Education, Microsoft Education).
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent training and facilitation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
• Knowledge of pedagogical principles and how technology can enhance learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team in Mahikeng.
• Experience in content creation for digital learning environments is an advantage.
• Certification in relevant educational technologies or IT fields is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with the specialist skills required for this role in Mahikeng.
• Benefits include contributions to a medical aid scheme and a provident fund.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, including training on new technologies and industry certifications, are provided.
• This role offers the chance to significantly impact the educational experience within the North West province.
• Our client fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Additional benefits include generous annual leave and access to a range of educational resources and support.