"Teaching Associate"

Job description

Teaching associate

Job title:

10701

Job ID:

Department:

Center for Language Education

Job posting details

The Center for Language Education of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is seeking an experienced and highly motivated teaching associate to join our iLANG curriculum development under a teaching-learning project entitled “AI-assisted Virtual Reality English Public Speaking Program for Secondary Students”. This project has been awarded HK$30.4 million in funding from the e-Learning Ancillary Facilities Programme under the Quality Education Fund (QEF).

The appointee will be responsible for the following duties:

• Developing and designing an innovative curriculum for the iLANG program informed by the AI-VR English speaking program, and incorporating effective pedagogical approaches;
• Collaborating with researchers, faculty members, and education experts to ensure the iLANG program meets educational standards and addresses the needs of HKUST students;
• Creating detailed course outlines, syllabi, and learning materials that integrate virtual reality and artificial intelligence experiences;
• Identifying and selecting appropriate teaching methodologies, resources, and tools to enhance the learning experience and maximize the potential of VR and AI technology;
• Regularly reviewing and updating the curricula to incorporate feedback, address emerging challenges, and reflect advancements in the intersections of VR, AI and language learning;
• Coordinating with relevant stakeholders of the iLANG program and the QEF project to ensure smooth implementation of the curricula, including scheduling pilot classes and organizing workshops;
• Evaluating the effectiveness of the curricula through assessments, feedback collection, and performance reviews, and making necessary adjustments to improve learning outcomes;
• Collaborating with marketing and communications teams to promote the adoption of the iLANG program through various channels, including social media, press releases, and public presentations; and
• Supporting the Center and coordination of conferences, workshops, and other events related to the iLANG and AI-VR English speaking program.

Applicants should have a master's degree in education, language education, or a related field, with extensive experience in curriculum development, and VR and AI in education, language education, and edu-tech development. The appointee is expected to be fluent in English and Chinese (preferred), with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite is required. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Review of application will continue until the position is filled.

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