Language Innovation and Futures in TESOL Lab Manager

Students may only have 5 open job applications at a time. Work Experience: Intermediate (Developing Skills) Work Experience Description: Ideal for students who have begun gaining relevant experience and are building their skills through internships, part-time jobs, or significant projects. Typically aimed at sophomores or juniors who have completed a combination of introductory and advanced coursework. ᅟ Title: Language Innovation and Futures in TESOL Lab Manager Hours per week: 19 Start date: August 24th 2026 Position Summary: 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. Key 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 Required Qualifications: · 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 Preferred Qualifications · 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) Additional Information · Ideal candidates will be able to commit to working in the LIFT Lab for a full academic year (Fall 2026 through Spring 2027) · Applicants selected for interviews should be prepared to provide evidence of initiatives they have taken to use AI for developing learning and teaching tools · Application closes August 1st, 2026, with interviews being scheduled August 5-7 Base Rate Per Hour: 16.00 ᅟ Welcome and thank you for your interest in a job at BYU–Hawaii. We offer a variety of employment opportunities and an attractive work environment that supports diversity and excellence. Whether or not this is your first student job we look forward to completing the University's mission of coming to learn and going forth to serve. IMPORTANT: To start working at BYU–Hawaii and the Polynesian Cultural Center, all new hires must complete the Form I-9 to verify their eligibility to work in the U.S. As part of the I-9 process, prospective employees are required to provide certain documents to prove identity and work authorization. Please click here to see the list of acceptable documents. You must bring with you the actual document. No photocopies are allowed. BYU–Hawaii is an equal opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, age, color, sex, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. BYU–Hawaii’s commitment to equal opportunity includes and applies to: Recruiting, hiring, and training Upgrading, promoting, and transferring Discipline, layoff, and termination Conditions and privileges of employment Compensation and benefits