Instructional Aide/Computer Lab

Edinburg-Consolidated-Independent-School-District; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District is seeking an Instructional Aide for the Computer Lab to support teachers and students and manage the open access lab. The position reports to the campus Principal and a 187-day work year applies, with a wage range of $16.00–$23.78 per hour.

Requirements include TEA certification and either two years of college or an associate degree. Experience with hardware, software, and networks is preferred; strong communication and dependable attendance are

Qualifications

• TEA certification requirements.
• Two years of college or an associate degree or higher.
• Experience working in a school environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure effective use of the open access lab.
• Schedule lab use with Campus Technology Contact and assist teachers with computer training.
• Maintain hardware, install software, and keep lab and equipment clean.
• Keep staff informed of lab schedule and encourage new computer projects.
• Assist teachers in curriculum development with technology integration.
• Serve as a technology resource for campus staff.
• Observe professional and ethical work standards and handle confidential information.
• Perform duties in a safe manner and other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Hardware knowledge

Software knowledge

Networks

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Dependability

Education

TEA certification requirements

2 years of college or associate degree

Job description

Instructional Aide/Computer Lab JobID: 7669

REPORTS TO: Teacher and Campus Principal DATE REVISED: June 19, 2019

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 187 DAYS PAY GRADE: PI3

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt SALARY RANGE:$16.00 Min $23.78Max

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To manage the effective use of the open access lab and provide assistance to teaching staff and students in the lab.

QUALIFICATIONS

• TEA certification requirements
• No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 Requirements for Paraprofessionals that include one of the following:
  • completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education; or
  • obtained an associate's degree;

EXPERIENCE

• Working knowledge of hardware, software, and networks
• Experience working in a school environment preferred

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

• Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions
• Sensitivity and flexibility in working with adults and students
• Skills in scheduling organization and time management
• Dependability regarding punctuality and attendance
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Maintain and ensures the effective use of the open access lab.
• Work with the Campus Technology Contact in scheduling the lab and assisting teachers in conducting computer training for class projects in the lab.
• Maintain hardware, installs software and keeps lab and equipment clean for the successful utilization of the open access lab.
• Keep staff informed of lab schedule and encourages the initiation of new computer projects.
• Assist participating teachers in the implementation and development of curriculum units with technology integration.
• Serve as a technology resource person for campus staff.
• Maintain knowledge which is current on computer training, emerging technologies and internet projects.
• Communicate with and assists the Campus Technology Support Specialist at the campus.
• Ability and willingness to observe professional and ethical work standards and handle confidential and security sensitive information.
• Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Copier, personal computer, typewriter, audio visual equipment, server, network equipment, scanner, video projector, printers, and zip drives

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written:); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district computer functions; occasional prolonged and irregular hours

FUNDING

Program: ________________________________________ Percent: ____________%

Program: ________________________________________ Percent: ____________%

In compliance with federal program guidelines outlined in OMB-Circular A-87 Office of Management and Budget all staff who is split funded or often is referred as employees that work on multiple activities or cost objectives are required to work on Time and Effort as per OMB Circular A-87 attachment B, section 8, h.

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.