Computer Lab Assistant

Computer Lab Assistant

JobID: 681

• • Position Type:
    Support Staff/Computer Lab Assistant

  • Date Posted:
    10/6/2026

  • Location:
    Northside Elementary School

  • Closing Date:

    Until Position Is Filled

  JOB PURPOSE

  Under occasional supervision, assists in planning and presents an educational program to help students become computer literate in an environment favorable to learning and personal growth; maintains computer equipment and software, and performs related work as required. Reports to the Principal.

  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  Assists in planning and presents learning experiences for students to explain computer usage and help them become computer literate.

  Demonstrates and assists students in developing skills in keyboarding, mouse control and the use of various computer software applications.

  Develops lesson plans and instructional materials suitable for verbal, auditory and visual instruction of students with a wide range of mental, physical and emotional maturities.

  Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior necessary to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

  Sets up computers for classroom instruction; installs computer printers and software; troubleshoots network, software and hardware malfunctions.

  Maintains adequate number of working copies of software and handouts for classes; maintains list of software and its recommended classroom usage.

  Assists professional staff in administering standardized tests in accordance with District testing program guidelines.

  Maintains various records such as weekly class schedules and lab usage logs.

  Maintains computers and peripheral equipment in a clean and good working condition.

  Selects and orders instructional aids and supplies as needed.

  Creates a functional and attractive classroom environment through displays and bulletin boards.

  May design, create and publish weekly staff / parent newsletter.

  May assist in creating and maintaining the school's web page.

  Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints in areas of responsibility.

  Operates a variety of equipment such as computers, printers, copier, LCD projector, calculator, telephone, etc.; uses clerical, copier, computer, instructional supplies.

  Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, teachers, other school administrators and staff, District administrators and staff, vendors / service providers, students, parents, volunteers and the general public.

  Attends training, seminars and workshops, etc., to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.

  Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.

  Performs routine office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing routine records and reports, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes, entering and retrieving computer data, etc.

  Performs related duties as required.

  QUALIFICATIONS

  Requires Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in computer technology or a closely related field, supplemented by some experience working with children in an educational setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver's license.