Classroom Technology Assistant
University of Kentucky
Fayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
7/21/2026
IT / Computer Engineering
Full Time
Job Title
Classroom Technology Assistant
Requisition Number
DU14862
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 Assistant
This position provides in-class technical support to instructors and students participating in Gatton’s hybrid and online programs.
Schedule:
This position primarily requires evening work, generally between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., with some daytime shifts available. Hours will vary based on class schedules and departmental needs and will be fewer than 20 hours per week. Schedules will be established at the beginning of the semester and will generally remain consistent throughout the semester.
Duties include:
- Support instructors and students during in-person, hybrid, and online classes.
- Start and monitor Zoom sessions, manage cameras and classroom audio, and help ensure remote students can participate in class discussions.
- Monitor Zoom chat and notify the instructor when remote students have questions or comments.
- Set up and monitor class recordings using Echo360 and Zoom.
- Meet with instructors before class to review the planned format and any specific technology needs.
- Assist instructors and students with Zoom breakout rooms, screen sharing, presentations, and other classroom technology.
- Troubleshoot technical issues during class and provide solutions or alternatives to minimize disruptions.
- Perform routine classroom technology checks and report equipment problems to Gatton IT.
- Assist instructors and students with technology used for remote testing and other course activities.
- Provide basic technical support to students participating from off campus.
- Edit and post class recordings to Canvas when requested.
- Assist Gatton IT with classroom support, equipment setup, and other technology-related tasks.
- Complete all required training and follow Gatton IT procedures.
- Perform 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
08/25/2026
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