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Lead Instructional Technologist
Posted 16 days ago
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Our client is seeking a Lead Instructional Technologist to spearhead their fully remote digital learning initiatives. This role is perfect for an individual passionate about leveraging technology to enhance educational experiences and who thrives in a flexible, remote work setting. The Lead Instructional Technologist will be responsible for evaluating, recommending, and implementing educational technologies that support innovative teaching and learning practices. You will work closely with faculty, instructional designers, and IT staff to integrate new tools and platforms into the online learning environment, ensuring seamless user experience and pedagogical effectiveness. This position requires a strong understanding of current trends in educational technology, learning management systems, and digital content creation. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver with excellent technical skills, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will play a key role in shaping the technological infrastructure for online education, providing training and support to users, and driving the adoption of effective digital learning strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of education through technology.
Key responsibilities include:
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Key responsibilities include:
- Researching, evaluating, and recommending emerging educational technologies.
- Implementing and managing learning management systems (LMS) and other educational platforms.
- Providing technical support and training to faculty and staff on educational technology tools.
- Collaborating with instructional designers to create engaging digital learning content.
- Troubleshooting technical issues related to online learning environments.
- Developing and maintaining documentation for educational technology systems.
- Staying current with best practices in instructional technology and online learning.
- Leading pilot projects for new technologies and assessing their effectiveness.
- Ensuring accessibility and usability of all digital learning resources.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in instructional technology support and implementation.
- Proven experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard).
- Familiarity with e-learning authoring tools and multimedia development.
- Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and their application with technology.
- Excellent technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
- Ability to manage projects independently and as part of a remote team.
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Lead Instructional Technologist
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Lead Instructional Technologist to spearhead our remote learning technology initiatives. This critical role will focus on integrating cutting-edge educational technologies to enhance the online learning experience for students and educators. You will be responsible for evaluating, recommending, implementing, and supporting a range of digital tools and platforms that facilitate effective remote instruction and student engagement. The ideal candidate possesses a strong blend of technical expertise, pedagogical understanding, and a passion for leveraging technology to transform education. This position requires a strategic thinker capable of leading technological adoption and innovation within a dynamic educational environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications include a Master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or a related field. A minimum of 6 years of experience in instructional technology, e-learning development, or a related role within an educational setting is essential. Proven experience in implementing and managing LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard) and other educational software is required. Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and online learning methodologies is a must. Excellent technical troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills are critical. Experience in supporting diverse user needs within a remote environment is highly valued for this role, impacting educational initiatives for **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**, though the position is fully remote.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate, select, and implement new instructional technologies to support remote learning goals.
- Provide technical support and training to educators on the effective use of learning technologies.
- Develop and maintain resources and documentation for educational technology tools.
- Collaborate with faculty and instructional designers to integrate technology seamlessly into online courses.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to learning management systems (LMS) and other educational platforms.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in educational technology and recommend innovative solutions.
- Lead pilot programs for new technologies and assess their effectiveness.
- Develop best practices and guidelines for the ethical and effective use of technology in education.
- Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers.
- Contribute to the strategic planning of the institution's digital learning infrastructure.
Qualifications include a Master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or a related field. A minimum of 6 years of experience in instructional technology, e-learning development, or a related role within an educational setting is essential. Proven experience in implementing and managing LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard) and other educational software is required. Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and online learning methodologies is a must. Excellent technical troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills are critical. Experience in supporting diverse user needs within a remote environment is highly valued for this role, impacting educational initiatives for **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**, though the position is fully remote.
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