The Average Salary of an Instructional Technologist
An instructional technologist, also called an instructional technology specialist, typically provides instruction for teachers on integrating various types of technology into their teaching methods and curriculum. An example of instructional technology involves showing teachers effective ways to combine online and classroom learning. Some instructional technologists work for private industry and government agencies, showing employees how to use technology in the workplace. Most instructional technologists earn at least $43,000 per year.
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Salary Range
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Instructional technologists were earning a median annual salary of $51,159 as of March 2011, according to Salary.com. The middle 50 percent of those on the earnings scale had yearly pay of $43,943 to $59,440. The bottom 10 percent were making $37,373 per year and less, and the top 10 percent $66,979 and higher.
Geography
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Salaries for instructional technologists vary by location. Instructional technologists in San Antonio, Texas, for instance, earn a median annual pay rate of $47,293, while those in San Diego, California, have a median annual salary of $55,659. Instructional technologists in Wichita, Kansas, have a median yearly salary of $49,340; in Cincinnati, Ohio, $49,752; in Green Bay, Wisconsin, $50,340; in Portland, Oregon, $53,709; and in Poughkeepsie, New York, $55,513.
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Opportunities
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Graduates of instructional technology programs have many career options, according to the University of South Florida website. They can provide instruction in web programming and design, interactive media, multimedia technology, digital video, animation and graphics to people in business, medical, government and educational employment settings. Job openings for instructional technologists listed at Indeed.com in 2011 are mainly with universities, community colleges and school districts. Posted salary offers range from about $38,600 to $60,000 per year.
Qualifications
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The Indeed.com job listings show that employers typically require instructional technologist candidates to have a bachelor's degree in instructional technology, education or educational technology, and some prefer a master's degree. Other requirements may include experience in technical support, experience with different technology-based systems and platforms, online teaching experience and strong skills in both Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
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References
- University of South Florida: Instructional Technology Program
- Salary.com: Instructional Technology Specialist - U.S. National Averages
- Salary.com: Instructional Technology Specialist - San Antonio
- Salary.com: Instructional Technology Specialist - Cincinnati
- Salary.com: Instructional Technology Specialist - Portland
- Salary.com: Instructional Technology Specialist - Poughkeepsie
Resources
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