Computer Lab Assistant - Part-Time

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Job summary

Harold Washington College, part of the City Colleges of Chicago, is seeking a part-time Computer Lab Assistant to assist teachers and students in the college computer lab. The role focuses on maintaining an orderly, productive environment and helping users complete tasks with appropriate software.

Responsibilities include demonstrating software applications, managing class flow, and keeping lab equipment clean and functional.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with PC/micro computer training; 1–2 years in a teaching environment with computer use.
• Team player with good communication skills; able to work with students, faculty and staff.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to relate well with students, faculty and staff; follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate software applications and keyboarding to students.
• Assist teachers by maintaining order and supporting software use.
• Instruct students in standard software use as required by the teacher.
• Maintain computers and peripheral equipment in clean and working condition.
• Maintain records such as weekly class schedules and check-out logs.
• Operate lab and office equipment (computer, printer, copier); use various software.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Adhere to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Independent worker

Relate well with students, faculty, &

Follow written and verbal instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with PC training

Job description

COMPUTER LAB ASSISTANT P/T

HAROLD WASHINGTON COLLEGE

CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO

Primary Objective:

The Computer Lab Assistant providesassistance to teachers and students who have tasks to be completedin the Computer Lab. The Assistant ensures the lab maintains anorderly and focused environment conducive to use of computers astools to complete tasks.

Harold Washington College is proud to be a member of the CaringCampus network. Caring Campus is a model of professionaldevelopment that works to implement strong and consistentbehavioral commitments for all employees in regard to how theyinteract with students. As a result of this work, employees becomeengaged with students on a level that has not occurred before. Thecore benefit of this work is making a connection with students,many of whom have not had an adult who has cared about them in aneducational system.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate software applications, and keyboarding and computertechniques to students.
2. Assists teachers by maintaining order and discipline amongstudents, recommending selection of appropriate software for classuse, instructing teachers in the use of computers and software, andproviding general assistance as needed.
3. Assist in giving instructions in the use of standard softwareapplications, in context and as required by the teacher.
4. Maintains computers and peripheral equipment in clean andworking condition.
5. Maintains various records such as weekly class schedules,software and computer check-out records, maintenance records,etc.
6. Operates computer lab and office equipment such as a computer,printer, and copier; uses various types of software.
7. Performs other related duties as required.
8. Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school graduate or equivalent with Vocational/TechnicalSchool training in PC/micro computer system use, and one to twoyears of experience in a teaching environment coupled with computeruse or instruction; or any equivalent combination of training andexperience which provides the required knowledge, skills andabilities.
2. Must be a team player with good communication skills.
3. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
4. Ability to relate well with students, faculty and staff.
5. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Offered Salary will Be Determined By The Applicant's Education,Knowledge, Skills And Abilities, As Well As Other Factors Such AsInternal Equity.

Benefits Information Is Found at Health And Benefits - CityColleges Of Chicago

WE OFFER:

Excellent Health and Welfare Benefit Package andLong-Term Savings and Investment Programs Including 403(B) &457(B) Investment Plans and A Pension Plan with The StateUniversity Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous Vacation,Holiday, Personal and Sick Days, And Tuition Reimbursement. For AMore Detailed Overview of Benefits, Please Visit the Benefits Pageof Our Website.

Chicago Residency Is Required for all Full-Time Employees Within 6Months of Hire.

We Are an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer.

Thank You for Your Interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

Additional Information

• Salary Range: $17.48-$24.59