SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) · 2 hours ago
Instructional Technologist
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $83K/yr
2+ years expSponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) is an educational non-profit dedicated to closing opportunity gaps for ambitious young people. The Instructional Technologist will serve as a technology expert, managing EdTech platforms, supporting course development, and ensuring accessibility and engagement in online learning environments.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Create and manage accounts of scholars, instructors, and staff across multiple tools and platforms
Configure course and system settings within our EdTech platforms and tools to support data collection, course development, and instructional processes
Set up and maintain LTI and API integrations between Brightspace and external platforms
Assist with vendor communications to design and maintain automations that improve efficiency and data flow
Support and contribute to initiatives that scale course development and expand team capacity, and manage multiple projects concurrently
Collaborate with other Online Learning team members to evaluate digital tools and emerging technologies for instructional alignment, integration capacity, accessibility, and data collection; conduct pilots as needed
Collaborate with the Instructional Designer to create dynamic and engaging HTML pages, HTML templates, and interactive assessment tools (using JSON)
Partner with C&I and grade-level teams to build and manage course content and activities in Brightspace and other platforms, ensuring accessibility, engagement, and effective data collection for asynchronous and hybrid models
Develop scalable systems and processes for Brightspace course design and related tools in collaboration with C&I, operations, and IT teams, including automation, platform integration, gamification, and differentiated learning pathways
Apply instructional technologies, learning theories, and universal design principles when supporting online and hybrid course development
Manage content items within the Brightspace Learning Object Repository and revise/edit these items as necessary
Collaborate with the Research and Evaluation team to design data collection methods and analyze data to improve instructional materials and learning experiences
Answer, resolve, and/or escalate support requests from staff, instructors, and scholars related to educational technologies or online curriculum
Conduct observations of current procedures in order to recommend practical and efficient methods to optimize effective technology usage
Provide training to staff and instructors through workshops, webinars, video tutorials, etc., on topics related to online teaching, the BrightspaceLMS, course design, and integration of instructional technology
Create student training materials to prepare them for the technology and platforms used within SEO courses
Collaborate with other Online Learning team members to conduct accessibility audit and quality assurance to ensure compliance with national, state, district, and team standards for quality, evaluation, alignment, ADA and legal propriety
Ensure tools and platforms are accessible
Ensure course settings are correct and stable for lesson delivery
Contribute to the evaluation framework by which the SEO online courses will be evaluated, and provide continuous support on quality improvement initiatives
Identify and recommend the use of instructional strategies, technologies, and applications to improve the quality of online courses
Utilize project management software to ensure efficient workflows and progress reports
Regularly report on project status within the project management framework established by the unit
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
2-3 years of professional experience in educational technology administration, course design support, and technical training
Strong technical skills and expertise in managing complex Learning Management Systems (preferably Brightspace), educational technology, and digital content delivery methods
Proficient in HTML5, CSS, and/or JSON for creating and customizing course pages
Familiarity with automation tools, platform integrations, and API-based workflows
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously using project management tools and methodologies
Ability to interpret and apply data insights to improve instructional materials, tech utilization, and processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Exceptional skill in coaching individuals and teams on complex tools and platform operation with clarity and precision
Highly adaptable and solutions-oriented with an ability to solve complex problems when faced with tight deadlines and resource limitations
Knowledge of User Experience (UX) and Universal Design principles relevant to online course design
Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA compliance)
Understanding of learning theories, cognition, and online/hybrid instructional strategies
Familiarity with Google Workspace, Zoom, and Monday
Familiarity with building content in Miro or Desmos
Preferred
Master's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
Experience designing engaging and accessible content and user experiences for online or hybrid learning environments
Quality Matters (QM) and/or Online Learning Consortium (OLC) certification in online course design and/or delivery
Benefits
Low-cost health, vision, and dental options
A generous holiday schedule and PTO policies
Disability coverage
Fully paid time off for new parents
Employer contributions to health reimbursement and retirement accounts
Company
SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)
Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Saratu Grace Ghartey
Chief Operating Officer
Alexa Karman
Edge Access Partner
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