Instructional Assistant-Technology II #70-25

This recruitment is open and promotional, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams.

There is currently one vacancy located at Newport Harbor High School (8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 10 months per year).

Please apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nmusd.
 
Under the direction of an assigned Principal, provide instructional assistance related to the use of information technology to students at an assigned secondary school; assure that hardware and software is current and operational.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Instructional Assistant-Technology classification series is differentiated by assigned levels of instruction. Instructional Assistant-Technology I incumbents are assigned to an elementary school site while Instructional Assistant-Technology II incumbents are assigned to a secondary school site requiring a more extensive knowledge of computers and peripheral equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

THE EXAMINATION:
Exam Weight
Supplemental Questions: Qualifying
Written Examination: 50%
Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 50%

The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.

An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill open positions during the life of the list.

Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.

The virtual written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of May 19th. The virtual qualifications appraisal interview (oral exam) is tentatively scheduled for the week of May 26th. You will be contacted via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of this recruitment.

Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.

If you elect to have Newport-Mesa Unified School District (hereafter, 'District') contact you via email regarding your application and the hiring process, please be aware that the District is not responsible for any contacts you may have blocked on your email service. Unclaimed emails to applicants are not the responsibility of the District. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the domain @nmusd.us and @governmentjobs.com to your safe senders list.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Support secondary instructional personnel with the presentation of technology based instruction and exercises in the classroom and computer laboratory; install and maintain hardware and software campus-wide; assist teachers in integrating technology in the curriculum.
 
Tutor individual and small groups of students to reinforce and follow-up on learning activities; monitor and assist students in drill, practices and group activities; answer technology and information related questions for students and staff.
 
Demonstrate student assignments; assist students and answer questions; monitor student progress.
 
Develop instructional activities according to established teacher lesson plans, guidelines and procedures; prepare a variety of instructional support materials; maintain computer lab schedule.
 
Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom and computer laboratory according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
 
Assist in the preparation of a variety of technology based instructional materials and learning aids; set-up and monitor audio-visual equipment for meetings and trainings; operate and test public address equipment.
 
Support staff and students with on-line testing.
 
Maintain a variety of records and files related to assigned activities and equipment; manage and send out email communications.
 
Operate and maintain a variety of information technology equipment including computers, modems, printers and Local Area Network (LAN) equipment; operate a LCD projector, public address system and theater equipment as directed.
 
Update school website content; make changes or additions to online calendar or homepage as directed; manage the school's electronic marquee board; update board content as needed; create and print promotional materials as directed.
 
Troubleshoot computer software and hardware problems; perform routine maintenance repairs as needed; arrange for major repairs with outside vendors; write and submit IT work orders.
 
Maintain work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition; clean equipment and re-stock supplies as needed.
 
Communicate with faculty to coordinate activities and distribute information regarding technological developments.
 
Participate in staff meetings; attend in-service meetings as assigned.
 
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related front office duties as assigned.
 
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Operation and maintenance of computer hardware systems, software applications and operating systems utilized by the District.
Principles of computer hardware systems, software applications and languages utilized.
General understanding of the District's network infrastructure.
District and site policies, procedures and regulations.
Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
Student supervision principles and practices.
Technology curriculum and lesson planning.
Basic instructional methods and techniques.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Computer laboratory procedures and appropriate student conduct.
Operation a projector, copier, scanner, public address systems and other related equipment.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Basic math concepts and applications.
 
ABILITY TO:
Provide instructional assistance related to the use of information technology to students at an assigned secondary school.
Operate computers and peripheral equipment properly and efficiently.
Install and maintain software.
Make routine equipment adjustments and perform routine maintenance.
Troubleshoot and repair basic system malfunctions and maintain system operation.
Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment.
Support teachers, staff and students with technology-based instruction and activities.
Prepare a variety of instructional support materials.
Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.
Maintain records and files.
Attend meetings and in-services as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Classroom or computer laboratory environment.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Lifting and carrying moderately heavy computer equipment.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
Seeing to view a computer monitor and monitor student activities.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Ewing Consulting, Inc. August 2016

Salary : $27 - $32