Educational Technology Specialist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Cutting-edge technology resources

Innovative education environment

Impact on student learning

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Educational Technology Specialist to integrate and manage technology that enhances teaching and learning at our Richards Bay campus. You will support educators and students, troubleshoot issues, and identify new tools to benefit the academic community.

The role focuses on maintaining and advancing the institution's digital infrastructure and fostering a digitally-enabled learning environment in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Education Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in an educational technology support or specialist role.
• Strong knowledge of LMS platforms (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard) and other educational software.
• Proficiency in creating training materials and delivering technical support.

Responsibilities

• Implement, manage, and support LMS, virtual classrooms, and collaborative tools.
• Provide technical assistance and training to faculty and students on educational software and hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to educational technology promptly and efficiently.
• Evaluate emerging educational technologies and recommend solutions to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Develop user guides, tutorials, and support materials for educational technology applications.
• Collaborate with IT and academic staff to ensure seamless integration of technology into the curriculum.

Skills

LMS knowledge

Troubleshooting

Training material creation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/ EdTech/ CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative educational institution in Richards Bay , is seeking a proactive Educational Technology Specialist to integrate and manage technology solutions that enhance teaching and learning. You will be instrumental in supporting educators and students in leveraging digital tools effectively, troubleshooting technical issues, and identifying new technologies that can benefit the academic community. This role is crucial for maintaining and advancing the institution's technological infrastructure and fostering a digitally-enabled learning environment in KwaZulu-Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, manage, and support educational technology platforms, including learning management systems (LMS), virtual classrooms, and collaborative tools.
• Provide technical assistance and training to faculty and students on the effective use of educational software and hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to educational technology promptly and efficiently.
• Evaluate emerging educational technologies and recommend solutions to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Develop user guides, tutorials, and support materials for educational technology applications.
• Collaborate with IT departments and academic staff to ensure seamless integration of technology into the curriculum.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Education Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an educational technology support or specialist role.
• Strong knowledge of LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard) and other educational software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to hardware, software, and network issues.
• Proficiency in creating training materials and delivering technical support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical users.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development in educational technology.
• Access to cutting-edge technology resources.
• Supportive work environment focused on innovation in education.
• Contribution to enhancing the learning experience for students.