About the Position:

The LRC English Language Specialist will support operations in the Learning Resource Center (LRC) within the Mason Global Center by providing ESL tutoring, assisting in managing LRC resources, administering/scoring assessments, and contributing to the development of LRC instructional resources. The LRC English Language Specialist will also support directly-admitted international students from across campus who may need English language tutoring.

Responsibilities:

• Provide English language tutoring across all skills (speaking, writing, listening, reading) to INTO Mason students, international Graduate Teaching Assistants, and other populations of George Mason University multilingual students. Appointments will be both in-person and online;
• Provide a positive, supportive tutoring environment, and promote tutoring services;
• Track students’ progress, prepare timely reports on sessions with clients, and bring any students of concern to the LRC Coordinator’s attention;
• Assist with LRC operations including use by students, staff, and faculty of computers, printers, library resources, and study areas;
• Serve as an evaluator of international Graduate Teaching Assistant oral English assessments;
• Collaborate with LRC staff to offer English language workshops and/or supervised group activities (e.g., conversation groups, pronunciation labs) to English language learners;
• Contribute to the LRC bank of tutoring/teaching reference materials and resources; and
• Attend regular LRC team meetings and other Center-wide events, as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of a graduate program in Linguistics, Education, TESOL, English, or a related field;
• Previous experience teaching adult ESL students;
• Superior oral and written communication skills in English;
• Strong intercultural communication skills; and
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and an ability to use technology to enhance the student experience.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Learning Resource Center (LRC) English Language Specialist at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

Posting Open Date:  June 3, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  June 17, 2025

Open Until Filled:  Yes