Educational Technology Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Technology Specialist to support the integration of technology in Polokwane's educational settings. The role blends on-site support with remote problem-solving to empower educators and students to use digital tools effectively.

You'll provide training, troubleshoot hardware and software, advise on new technologies, and collaborate with IT and curriculum teams to ensure smooth learning experiences through strategic technology implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (EduTech/CS/IS).
• Proven experience in an educational technology support or specialist role.
• Strong understanding of educational software, hardware, and LMS.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, presentation, and training delivery skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement, manage, and support educational technologies and platforms.
• Provide training and professional development to educators on using technologies.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to hardware, software, and network infrastructure.
• Advise on selection and adoption of new educational technologies.
• Develop resources and documentation to support technology use.
• Collaborate with IT and curriculum teams for seamless integration.

Skills

EduTech knowledge

Hybrid work

Troubleshooting

Training delivery

Communication

Independent collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in EduTech/CS/IS

Tools

LMS platforms

Educational software

Networking basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and adaptable Educational Technology Specialist to support the integration and effective use of technology in educational settings in Polokwane . This role involves providing technical expertise, training, and support to educators and students, ensuring they can leverage educational tools to their fullest potential. Working in a hybrid model, you will balance on-site support with remote problem-solving and development. This is a key position for driving technological innovation in education and enhancing the learning experience through strategic technology implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, manage, and support a range of educational technologies and platforms.
• Provide training and professional development to educators on using new and existing technologies.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to educational hardware, software, and network infrastructure.
• Advise on the selection and adoption of new educational technologies to meet institutional goals.
• Develop resources and documentation to support the use of educational technology.
• Collaborate with IT departments and curriculum developers to ensure seamless integration of technology into the learning environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience in an educational technology support or specialist role.
• Strong understanding of common educational software, hardware, and learning management systems.
• Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, presentation, and training delivery skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Supportive and innovative work environment focused on educational advancement.