Student Support Technician

Gaines Elementary School; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Gaines Elementary School in Clarke County is seeking a Temporary Student Support Technician to assist in the maintenance and record-keeping of the Innovative Digital Learning Environment program.

The role is part-time with duties including diagnosing and troubleshooting device issues, preparing devices for repair, inventory maintenance, and coordination with school staff. The position requires a high school diploma and compliance with background checks.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to diagnose and troubleshoot common electronic device problems.
• Ability to prepare and catalog devices in Destiny database.
• Strong communication with school stakeholders and staff.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots common electronic device problems (software updates, wireless connectivity, firmware updates, login issues, device not charging).
• Prepares devices that need repair.
• Catalogs devices needing support in Destiny database.
• Labels devices with repair requirements.
• Maintains accurate device inventory.
• Communicates effectively with school stakeholders.

Skills

Device troubleshooting

Inventory management

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Student Support Technician

Clarke County School District Gaines Elementary School - Athens, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5802218
Application Deadline: Oct 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Overall Purpose

The job of Temporary Student Support Technician is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the maintenance and record keeping of the Clarke County Innovative Digital Learning Environments program.

Direct Supervisor

Building Principal

Essential Functions

• Diagnoses and troubleshoots common electronic device problems (software update, wireless connectivity, firmware update, login issues, device not charging)
• Prepares devices that need to be sent to repair center.
• Catalogs devices that need additional support into Destiny database.
• Labels devices needing repair with specific repair requirements.
• Maintains accurate and timely device inventory.
• Communicates effectively with school stakeholders.

Marginal Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Competencies

• Skills-based Competencies

Required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices and procedures; and promoting activities and/or events.

• Knowledge-based Competencies

Required to perform basic math; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; age appropriate activities; and school safety and security practices.

• Ability-based Competencies

Required to schedule activities; collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Eighteen (18) years of age minimum

Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.

Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing.

Continuing Education/Training

Maintains all licenses and certificates

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint

Background Clearance

Fair Labor Standards Act

Non-Exempt

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $15 to $15 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Support Staff > Computer Support

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , HR
• Gaines Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]