Computer Lab Assistant

Memphis Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Shelby County Schools is seeking a Computer Lab Assistant to manage a student computer lab, provide basic instruction, and ensure a safe, orderly learning environment.

You will support teachers with educational technology, administer tests, maintain equipment and inventory, handle clerical duties, and participate in trainings and meetings to develop your skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of college (48 semester hours) required or ParaPro Assessment passing score.
• One year of experience with children in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates the computer lab for students' use and provides user support.
• Administers computerized testing as required.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and orders lab supplies.
• Monitors computer performance and requests maintenance as needed.
• Coordinates special classes, programs and/or projects as assigned.
• Performs clerical duties including typing, filing, data entry and correspondence.
• Responds to inquiries from school personnel, parents, and the public.
• Attends training and meetings to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab management

Student instruction

Technical support

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Two years of college (48 hours)

ParaPro Assessment

Job description

The essential function of the position within the organization is to manage assigned computer lab for students' use. The position is responsible for providing basic computer instruction for students, maintaining a safe and orderly computer lab, and providing technical assistance as needed to teachers. The position works under general supervision according to some procedures; decides how and when to complete tasks.

• Operates the computer lab for students' use; provides user support and assistance.
• Administers computerized testing as required.
• Ensures the proper use and maintenance of computer equipment; orders lab supplies as needed; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Monitors computer performance; requests maintenance and repair work as necessary.
• Coordinates special classes, programs and/or projects as assigned.
• Performs various routine clerical duties, which may include but are not limited to typing forms, records, reports and correspondence; entering and retrieving computer data; copying and filing documents; sending and receiving faxes and e-mails; answering the telephone.
• Responds to inquiries and requests for assistance from school personnel, parents, and the general public.
• Attends training and meetings as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Graduation from accredited college or university with an Associate's degree, or two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours) from an accredited college or university, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test. One (1) year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.