Teacher Assistant - Computer Lab

Position Type:
Teacher - Assistants/Assistant - Comp Lab High School
Date Posted:
1/8/2024
Location:
Smith High School
Job Title: Assistant - Computer Lab (SCE) Wage/HourStatus: Nonexempt
Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: IS4 - 187 days
Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: January 8, 2024
Primary Purpose:
Work under general supervision to assist students and teachers in use of computers and educational software in campus Computer Lab. Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Texas instructional aide certificate or other certificate approved by TEA for this position
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of basic computer operations and skills
Ability to operate personal computer and educational software
Ability to work with students and teachers effectively
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience:
One-year experience working with children, preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support

1. Assist teachers and students in use of computers, printers, and instructional software.
2. Work cooperatively with teachers to identify student placement in instructional software.
3. Input data and maintain physical and computerized files on student progress and use of instructional programs.
4. Maintain Computer Lab in a neat and orderly manner including bulletin boards and displays.

Technical Support

1. Perform computer backups as needed
2. Install a variety of computer programs following complex written instructions.
3. Detect and arrange for maintenance and repair of computer equipment.
4. Submit an SOS for tech support in a timely manner.

Student Management

1. Manage student behavior in the Computer Lab.
2. Help supervise students during arrival and dismissal from school.

Other

1. Provide support by supplying academic report updates to campus administration
2. Assist with office and workroom clerical duties as needed.
3. Maintain confidentiality.
4. Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside, may work outside
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours; Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); write and interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; District-wide and statewide travel;
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
I agree to perform these major responsibilities and duties and understand that this position is fully/partially funded by State Compensatory Education Funds for the 2021-2022 school year with the primary purpose of supporting activities aimed at improving academic achievement for students struggling to meet state standards or providing support for students at-risk of dropping out of school. This position is reviewed based on funding available.
Employee Name:
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Signature of Employee: ______________________________ Date: _______________
Approved by: Joe LaPuma Date: January 8, 2024
Reviewed by: Randy Davis Date: January 8, 2024