Language Innovation and Futures in TESOL Lab Manager
About The Position
The Language Innovation and Futures in TESOL (LIFT) Lab serves as an Ed Tech Makerspace for language educators. TESOL faculty and students use AI agents to assist in the creation of educational technology applications, interactive websites, and pedagogical materials for English language learning and teaching. The LIFT Lab Tutor maintains LIFT Lab hardware and software accounts, oversees the checkout and return of lab equipment, serves as a first-line resource for troubleshooting technical issues as they arise, and trains TESOL student and faculty on agentic AI use. They will also develop example applications and instructional materials that demonstrate AI-assisted language learning tools for use in courses and lab activities.
Requirements
- Familiarity with AI tools and basic troubleshooting of computer hardware and software
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with faculty and peers
- Reliable, self-directed, and able to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
- Completed TESOL 240 and TESOL 310
- Majoring in TESOL or TESOL Education
Nice To Haves
- Prior tutoring, teaching, or training experience
- Experience building websites, apps, or instructional materials
- Experience with agentic AI platforms (e.g., Claude Code, Codex, or similar tools)
Responsibilities
- Maintain LIFT Lab hardware inventory and manage software accounts and licenses, including coordinating with IT services as needed
- Oversee the checkout and return of lab equipment, keeping accurate records
- Serve as first-line support for troubleshooting technical issues with lab devices and software
- Develop example applications and instructional materials demonstrating AI-assisted language learning tools
- Support faculty and students in using AI agents to build interactive websites, EdTech applications, and pedagogical materials
- Oversee day-to-day lab operations to ensure a functional and accessible makerspace environment
- Engage in ongoing training and develop proficiency in AI agentic workflows as applied to language education contexts
- Promoting student and faculty use of the LIFT lab by delivering presentations in student classes and faculty meetings
Benefits
- Base Rate Per Hour: 16.00
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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