Instructional Assistant - Technology

This position has required testing that must be completed prior to the closing date. See Required Testing below

This position is 8 hours per day/192-day school year.

Position start date:
August 12, 2026

Purpose Statement:

The job of Instructional Assistant - Technology is done for the purpose/s of maintaining the operation of a classroom, lab, and office; and supporting the grading and administrative program processes; instructing students and staff in the use of technology and software applications; and promoting technology skills among students and staff. This job reports to Building Principal;
Building Technology Facilitator.

Essential Functions:

* Assesses malfunctions of hardware and/or software applications for the purpose of determining appropriate actions to maintain technology lab, classroom, and assigned computer operations.

* Assists in preparing documentation (e.g. reports, instructions, memos, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.

* Assists in scheduling of students, teachers and technical support personnel for the purpose of maintaining technology lab operations.

* Assists students and teachers in the use of computer technology, software applications and related hardware for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment that is conducive to learning.

* Assists with monitoring the activities of students in the computer lab for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment that is conducive to learning.

* Installs computer hardware and software applications (e.g. new computers, peripheral cards, configuring operating systems, printers, etc.) for the purpose of providing and upgrading operational computers and instructional materials for the classroom and lab.

* Instructs students and teachers in the use of computer technology, software applications, and related hardware (e.g. video conferencing, presentation equipment, laptops, digital cameras, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing their understanding of technology and its capabilities.

* Maintains computer hardware and software applications (local and server based) inventory and password lists for the purpose of ensuring availability of equipment and/or supporting materials.

* Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment, software and furnishings for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and proper working order.

* Performs routine and preventive maintenance of computer lab equipment (e.g. cleaning, virus scanning, creating/clearing Internet bookmarks, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.

* Works with Building Technology Committee in recommending computer hardware and software application acquisitions (including lab design) for the purpose of ensuring availability of instructional materials.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in technology lab, classroom and offices including pertinent software applications (e.g. Power school, Power Grade, DS PA's, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; 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 required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: personnel computers, server/network configurations including TCP/IP) and peripheral equipment;
Internet and educational software applications

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data;

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