JP - Digital Learning Coach at St Stithians College

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Spearheading and leading the Mobile E-learning and Teaching (MeLT) initiative within the Junior Prep
• Enhancing teacher development and support the learning and teaching systems by engaging with teachers in the effective use and integration of ICT for learning and teaching
• Providing technical support for software related issues for intranet and other ICT systems used within the school, including latest iOS, Windows, MS Platforms, and Android platforms
• Liaising with the school media centre – ensuring the media centre becomes the hub of inquiry-based learning within the school
• Liaising with the Campus IT Department – managing the rollout of equipment to staff and supporting the school vision
• Exploring and creating innovative models of ICT-integrated instruction and ICT-supported management
• Continuing the development of a robust Coding and Robotics curriculum
• Administrate current Online educational programs and app deployment for the Junior Prep
• Manage, facilitate and run parent and student workshops on online safety, Digital Citizenship and any other IT related programmes
• Providing updates to the Head and Deputy Heads of the Junior Prep and to the Campus Head of IT fortnightly to report on progress, identify obstacles and assist in helping to ensure success of engagement with staff
• Assist staff with the integration of AI in education

The ideal candidate will have:

• A suitable professional qualification and appropriate educational experience together with a sound and progressive understanding of the South African curriculum and international trends in education
• Proof of being a recognised leader in the Educational Technology field
• A high degree of technical expertise in current ICT related operating systems i.e. Windows, iOS, Android
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Learning Management Systems
• A passion for combining education and technology and accelerating the use of technology to enhance learning and teaching application in an innovative and creative way
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with strong presentation skills, attention to detail and sound administrative ability
• A willingness to work within the values, Christian ethos and mission of the College as well as to participate in the broader life of the school, including extra murals
• Proof of registration with SACE supported by a sexual offender’s clearance certificate