Educational Technology Specialist

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Health and wellness programs

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in George, South Africa, seeks an Educational Technology Specialist to integrate technology into teaching, support faculty and students, and promote digital literacy across the institution.

The role designs and manages edtech initiatives, trains educators on LMS and digital tools, evaluates new platforms, and collaborates with faculties to create blended learning content.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, CS, or related field.
• Proven experience in an educational technology support or development role.
• Strong LMS, virtual learning environments, and digital pedagogy knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage educational technology initiatives and platforms.
• Provide training and ongoing support to educators on effective use of learning management systems and digital tools.
• Evaluate and recommend new educational technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop digital content and blended learning experiences.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to educational software and hardware.

Skills

LMS familiarity

Troubleshooting

Digital pedagogy

Educator training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Instructional Design/CS

Tools

Web conferencing tools

Multimedia creation tools

Educational technology platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic Educational Technology Specialist to join their innovative team in George . In this crucial role, you will be instrumental in integrating cutting-edge technology into the learning environment, enhancing pedagogical practices, and providing support to faculty and students. You will champion the effective use of digital tools and platforms to foster engaging and accessible educational experiences. This position offers a unique chance to influence educational outcomes by leveraging technology and promoting digital literacy within the institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage educational technology initiatives and platforms.
• Provide training and ongoing support to educators on effective use of learning management systems and digital tools.
• Evaluate and recommend new educational technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop digital content and blended learning experiences.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to educational software and hardware.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in an educational technology support or development role.
• Strong understanding of learning management systems (LMS), virtual learning environments, and digital pedagogical strategies.
• Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with multimedia creation tools and web conferencing platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities in educational technology.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment in George.