Computer Lab Assistant-FT

Memphis Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Shelby County Schools is seeking a dedicated individual to manage a student computer lab and provide basic instruction. The role includes safe lab operation, equipment maintenance, and technical assistance to teachers.

The position requires coordinating labs, administering computerized tests, and performing routine clerical tasks while maintaining a welcoming, orderly environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 semester hours required.
• Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test required/preferred.
• One year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the computer lab for students' use; provide user support and assistance.
• Administer computerized testing as required.
• Ensure proper use, maintenance of computer equipment; order lab supplies and maintain inventory.
• Monitor computer performance; coordinate maintenance/repairs as needed.
• Coordinate special classes, programs, or projects as assigned.
• Perform routine clerical duties: typing, data entry, filing, emailing, answering calls.
• Respond to inquiries from school personnel, parents, and the public; attend trainings as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree or two years college

Job description

Purpose and Scope

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.

Essential Job Functions

• 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.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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.