Technology Assistant

Kaufman Independent School Dst; Kaufman (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaufman Independent School Dst is seeking an Instructional Support Assistant to help students and teachers in the campus computer lab. You will assist with computers, printers, and educational software and help manage student progress records.

The role involves supervising students, maintaining the lab, data entry, and supporting office tasks while upholding confidentiality and participating in staff meetings and school events.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of computer operations and educational software.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and instructional software.
• Ability to work with students and teachers effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and students in use of computers, printers, and instructional software.
• Input data and maintain student progress records in programs.
• Maintain the computer lab, including bulletin boards and displays.
• Assist with office tasks and maintain confidentiality.
• Supervise students during arrivals/dismissals and participate in staff events.

Skills

Basic computer operations

Educational software operation

Work with students and teachers

Effective communication

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas instructional aide certificate

Job description

Work under general supervision to assist students and teachers in use of computers and educational software in campus computer lab.

Instructional Support

• Assist teachers and students in use of computers, printers, and instructional software.
• Work cooperatively with teachers to identify student placement in instructional software.
• Input data and maintain physical and computerized files on student progress and use of instructional programs.
• Maintain computer lab in a neat and orderly manner including bulletin boards and displays.

Technical Support

• Perform computer backups on a regular basis.
• Install a variety of computer programs following complex written instructions.
• Detect and arrange for maintenance and repair of computer equipment.

Student Management

• Manage student behavior in the computer lab.
• Help supervise students during arrival and dismissal from school.

Other

• Assist with office and workroom clerical duties as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Personal computer, printer, and copier.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, bending, and stooping.

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• Texas instructional aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of basic computer operations and skills
• Ability to operate personal computer and educational software
• Ability to work with students and teachers effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Experience working with children