IT in Education Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an IT in Education Specialist to join our client in Mahikeng. The role focuses on integrating technology in teaching, supporting educators and students, and driving digital transformation in the institution.

The ideal candidate will have a IT or CS degree, strong IT support experience in education, solid knowledge of LMS and educational software, and excellent training and presentation skills to empower staff and learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, or related field.
• Proven IT support experience, preferably in education.
• Strong knowledge of educational software, LMS, and digital collaboration tools.
• Excellent training and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for educational software and hardware.
• Train teachers and staff on the effective use of educational technology tools and platforms.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of IT infrastructure projects for educational purposes.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies that can enhance teaching and learning.
• Develop and maintain documentation and resources related to educational IT.

Skills

Training and presentation skills

IT support experience

Education

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

Tools

LMS

Educational software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative IT in Education Specialist to join their dynamic team in Mahikeng . This role is pivotal in integrating technology effectively into the educational environment, supporting both educators and students in leveraging digital tools for enhanced learning experiences. You will be responsible for providing technical support, training staff on new educational technologies, and advising on IT infrastructure that supports pedagogical goals. This position in Mahikeng is essential for driving digital transformation within the institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for educational software and hardware.
• Train teachers and staff on the effective use of educational technology tools and platforms.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of IT infrastructure projects for educational purposes.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies that can enhance teaching and learning.
• Develop and maintain documentation and resources related to educational IT.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in IT support, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of educational software, learning management systems (LMS), and digital collaboration tools.
• Excellent training and presentation skills.