IT Integration Specialist - Education Technology

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Edtech certifications

Exposure to cutting-edge edtech

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl seeks an IT Integration Specialist focused on Education Technology to join our team. You will implement, manage, and support educational software, hardware, and digital platforms to enhance learning outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in IT or Computer Science and has 4+ years of IT support experience with edtech integration, including LMS proficiency. You will work with educators and IT staff to drive digital transformation in education, troubleshoot

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4+ years' IT support experience with focus on educational technology integration.
• Proficiency in LMS platforms, network administration, and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and manage educational software, hardware, and digital learning platforms.
• Provide training and technical support to educators and students on edtech tools.
• Troubleshoot edtech IT issues and ensure system functionality.
• Evaluate and recommend new educational technologies to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure network infrastructure supports edtech requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation for IT systems and edtech deployments.

Skills

IT support

Educational technology

Network administration

LMS

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting an innovative IT Integration Specialist focused on Education Technology to join their forward-thinking team in Paarl. This role is responsible for seamlessly integrating various educational technologies and IT systems to enhance the learning and teaching experience. You will work with educators and IT staff to implement, manage, and support educational software, hardware, and digital platforms, ensuring they are user-friendly and effectively utilized. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills combined with an understanding of pedagogical needs, driving digital transformation within the educational environment of Paarl.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate and manage educational software, hardware, and digital learning platforms.
• Provide technical support and training to educators and students on using edtech tools.
• Troubleshoot IT issues related to educational technology and ensure system functionality.
• Evaluate and recommend new educational technologies to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with the IT department to ensure network infrastructure supports edtech requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation for IT systems and educational technology deployments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT support, with a focus on educational technology integration.
• Proficiency in network administration, software deployment, and system integration.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other edtech platforms.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent customer service skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for certifications in leading edtech solutions.
• Exposure to cutting-edge educational technologies.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.