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Classroom Technology Assistant

🇺🇸 Lexington, KY

🕑 Part-Time

💰 $14 per Hour

💻 Other

🗓️ October 2nd, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Kentucky is hiring a Classroom Technology Assistant to provide in-class technical support for Gatton's hybrid online programs. The role involves managing live virtual environments for remote students, coordinating with instructors for seamless class sessions, troubleshooting technical issues, editing video recordings, and assisting both students and faculty with various online learning technologies.

Highlights
  • Provide technical support during live hybrid classes using Zoom, Echo360, and classroom video cameras.
  • Edit class videos using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects and post them to Canvas courses.
  • Set up and monitor recordings of presentations and discussions.
  • Coordinate with instructors before class to discuss session format and technology needs.
  • Assist students and instructors with remote testing and breakout sessions via Zoom.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues in real time and provide solutions.
  • Support off-campus students remotely alongside Gatton IT team.
  • Required software knowledge includes Zoom, Canvas, ProctorU, Respondus Lockdown Browser, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and general computer hardware/software; training provided.
  • Compensation is $14.00 per hour for part-time student role, approximately 20 hours per week.
  • Must have some college education; no prior related experience or certifications required.

Classroom Technology Assistant Full Description

Classroom Technology Assistant
Posting Details
 Posting Details 
Job Title  | Classroom Technology Assistant
Requisition Number  | DU13993
Department Name  | 8F000:College of Business and Economics
Work Location  | Lexington, KY
Salary Range  | $14.00 per hour
Type of Position  | Student
Position Time Status  | Part-Time
Required Education  | Some College
Required Related Experience  | None
Required License/Registration/Certification  | None
Physical Requirements  | Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 25 lbs
Ability to work unsupervised
Shift  | Days, nights/weekends as needed, approximately 20 hours a week

Job Summary  | Classroom Technology AssistantThis position will provide in-class technical support to instructors for Gatton’s hybrid online programs.
Duties include: Direct a live virtual environment of the in-class presentation and discussion for remotely connected students. The goal is to provide as close to a live experience for remote students as possible. The technology used to provide the virtual environment includes Zoom online meeting spaces, a classroom facial recognition video camera for displaying the instructor, a video camera that will give a view of the in-class students for the remote students, and more. Video Editing – Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. Set up and monitor recordings of the presentation and discussion using both Echo360 lecture capture and Zoom meeting applications. Meet with the instructor before each class period to discuss the format of that period so they can provide technical support to create a seamless experience for remote and live students. This includes initiating and monitoring the Zoom meeting space, controlling the student-centered video camera, and managing in-class volume. Monitor Zoom sessions and alert the instructor of questions or comments initiated by remote students. Troubleshoot any technical issues during class and provide solutions or alternatives to mitigate problems. Edit class videos and post them to the Canvas course. Assist Gatton IT in providing remote support for off-campus students. Assist live and remote students in using Zoom in breakout sessions for class discussions. Assist instructors and students with remote testing. All other duties as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities  | Knowledge of Zoom, Canvas, ProctorU, Respondus Lockdown Browser, video editing software, PowerPoint, digital whiteboards, web cameras, and/or general computer hardware/software is helpful but not required. Training will be provided for various technologies.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?  | No
Preferred Education/Experience  | Knowledge of Zoom, Canvas, ProctorU, Respondus Lockdown Browser, video editing software, PowerPoint, digital whiteboards, web cameras, and/or general computer hardware/software is helpful but not required. Training will be provided for various technologies.
Deadline to Apply  | 10/31/2025
Our University Community  | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Applicant Documents
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