Education Technology Trainer

Career Guide
Education Technology Trainers help teachers and staff use digital tools effectively. They design and deliver workshops, coach in classrooms or online, create how‑to guides and videos, and support schools or organizations in integrating technology to improve teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver in-person and virtual professional development on edtech tools
  • Assess staff training needs and tailor learning plans
  • Design curricula, job aids, and short how-to videos
  • Model classroom technology integration and provide coaching
  • Set up and manage LMS courses and basic reporting
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and iterate programs

Career Progression

Can Lead To
Educational Technology Coordinator
Learning and Development Manager
Director of Instructional Technology
Transition Opportunities
Instructional Designer / Learning Experience Designer
Curriculum Developer
Customer Success Manager (EdTech)
Implementation Specialist (EdTech)

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills
Hands-on LMS administration and analyticsE-learning authoring and video productionAdvanced virtual facilitation and webinar productionData-driven evaluation of PD impact
Development SuggestionsComplete a Canvas or PowerSchool LMS admin course and build a sample online PD module using Articulate or Camtasia; run 2–3 live webinars to practice virtual facilitation and collect feedback.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range
Entry Level$50,000–$60,000
Mid Level$60,000–$75,000
Senior Level$75,000–$95,000
Growth Trend
growing — 1:1 devices, LMS adoption, and virtual learning fuel demand

Companies Hiring

Major Employers
Public School Districts and Regional Education Service AgenciesInstructure (Canvas)PowerSchool
Industry Sectors
EducationTechnology (EdTech)Non-Profit & Social Impact

Recommended Next Steps

1
Earn Google Certified Educator Level 1 & 2, then apply for Google Certified Trainer or ISTE Certified Educator.
2
Build a portfolio: a 60–90 minute PD workshop plan, a short screen-capture tutorial video, and an LMS-based micro-course.
3
Network with local districts and EdTech vendors; volunteer to lead a PD session or co-train at conferences (ISTE, FETC) to gain experience.