POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

2021 - 2022 SCHOOL YEAR

DATE:                     September 8, 2021

TO:                          ALL DISTRICT PERSONNEL

FROM:                    CANDY WALLACE, ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

RE:                          JOB OPENING – MILL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SCHOOL-BASED TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Schedule:               7 hours per day / 9 months per year / About 179 Days per year

Class:                      10, starts at $17.33 per hour

Starting Date:         ASAP

This positon will remain open until 4:00pm, Wednesday, September 15, 2021 for internal applicants, but it will remain open until filled for external applicants.

POSITION PURPOSE

Provide supervision and computer instruction to students with and without direct supervision from the classroom teacher. Computer lab instruction will complement classroom instruction by utilizing district approved software applications.

Manage the school’s computer lab(s) and mobile carts. This includes, beginning of the year and end of the year setup as well as ongoing maintenance throughout the year. Provide first level hardware and software support for teachers, staff, and the principal. Work in conjunction with District IT Team to resolve issues when necessary.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide computer instruction to students, individually or in groups, with or without the direct supervision from the classroom teacher.
• Manage student behavior and handle disciplinary matters in accordance with the building's disciplinary procedures.
• Observe and encourage students' progress
• Setup computer lab(s) and mobile carts at the beginning of the year and prepare computer lab(s) and mobile carts for summer storage.
• Manage and monitor the computer lab(s) and mobile carts daily: Provide hardware and software troubleshooting and maintenance in conjunction with the District IT Team.
• Assist in maintaining a positive learning environment, proper safety conditions, general neatness and attractiveness of the lab(s) and mobile carts.
• Monitor and supervise the computer lab(s) and mobile carts by coordinating schedules, maintaining records and inventories, and recommending appropriate software.
• Provide first level hardware and software support for teachers, staff, and the principal.
• Work in conjunction with District IT Team to resolve issues when necessary.
• Order supplies and support materials.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have had 2 years of college or hold an Associates Degree or completed the district paraprofessional training.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Prior experience in working with students required.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of direct teacher contact, to carry out the goals and objectives of the instructional program.
• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, mathematics, and a basic understanding of subjects and conditions in which the Instructional Assistant is to provide assistance.
• Proficiency in keyboarding and the use of computers and printers.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications compatible with the system(s) used in the computer lab.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware/software problems.
• Knowledge of classroom practices and procedures and school operations and personnel.
• Ability to project a pleasant manner and relate well to students and their requests for assistance.
• Flexibility and patience in supervising and instructing students with a variety of skill levels.
• Ability to plan and organize materials for use in instruction. 

• Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate appropriately and effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate degree of physical stamina, with frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds. Ability to move to various locations within the classroom. Frequent and prolonged standing, walking, bending and kneeling.

Visual acuteness. Exposure to noise and activity of a school setting.

The David Douglas School District welcomes applications from candidates that expand the 

District's diversity.

Multi-Cultural preferred. Bi-Lingual candidate preferred.

Classified Instructions:

If you are a Classified employee you will click on the word “Internal”, which is located on the top right of the screen. You will be taken to a section where you will fill out minimal basic personal information. The minimal basic personal section is a one- time only registration. You will then be taken to the Classified Transfer Request Form. In the future, if your personal information (name, address, phone number, or location) changes, it is your responsibility to update those changes in the system.

Apply at: https://daviddouglas.schoolrecruiter.net

External Applicant Instructions:

If you are an External Applicant applying for a position, you will complete the EXTERNAL TalentEd application. Please see link above.

This positon will remain open until 4:00pm, Wednesday, September 15, 2021 for internal applicants, but it will remain open until filled for external applicants.

David Douglas School District Drug Testing and Criminal Background check

Per district policy all offers of employment shall be contingent upon the successful passing of a district required drug test and criminal background check. David Douglas School District’s Human Resources will designate where and when the testing will be conducted. The offer of employment will be withdrawn from candidates who test positive for drugs.