Educational Technologist

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years, with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.

MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more.

Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses and are continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue.

We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration.

MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.

The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.

MaKami College is seeking an innovative and tech-savvy Educational Technologist to support and enhance the integration of educational technology across the institution.

This role serves as a critical link between the LMS (Moodle) Team and the Instructional Design Team, ensuring seamless implementation of instructional technologies that support faculty, curriculum development, and student learning.

The Educational Technologist will work collaboratively with faculty, instructional designers, and IT to improve digital learning experiences and optimize the use of the Learning Management System (LMS) and other educational tools.

Key Responsibilities Educational Technology Implementation & Support Serve as the primary liaison between the LMS Team, IT, and Instructional Design Team to facilitate the effective use of educational technologies.

Support the implementation, management, and troubleshooting of Moodle (LMS) and other learning technologies.

Research and recommend emerging edtech solutions to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment practices.

Work with faculty to integrate multimedia, interactive elements, and digital tools into course design.

Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1, AODA) and institutional policies.

Faculty & Staff Training & Support Design and deliver training workshops and one-on-one coaching for faculty on LMS best practices and instructional technology.

Develop guides, tutorials, and resources to support faculty and staff in adopting new technologies.

Provide ongoing support for faculty in the use of educational technologies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Process Improvement & Innovation Identify process gaps in educational technology implementation and propose innovative solutions.

Support the development of new digital learning initiatives aligned with institutional goals.

Analyze data from LMS and other platforms to make evidence-based recommendations for instructional improvements.

Collaborate with IT to ensure system updates, integrations, and enhancements align with pedagogical needs.

Education & Certifications Bachelor’s degree in educational technology, Instructional Design, Information Technology, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).

Additional certifications in LMS administration, instructional technology, or e-learning development are an asset.

Skills & Competencies Experience with LMS platforms (Moodle preferred), digital learning tools, and multimedia creation.

Strong understanding of instructional design principles, online learning, and educational best practices.

Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical support for LMS issues and educational technologies.

Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and basic coding to support LMS customization and integration.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to train and support faculty effectively.

Strong project management and problem-solving abilities.

Experience working in higher education or corporate training is an asset.

Perks & Benefits: Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts Educational Allowance for Professional Development Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs Free Massages at Our Student Clinic Discounts on College Programs & Courses Staff Discount in College Store On-Site Gym Access Free Parking Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.

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