0000006703.Computer Lab Assistant.Juv-Jjaep School

Dallas County • Dallas, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Computer Lab Assistant provides instructional support to students using the computer laboratory and assists teachers in ensuring that established lesson plans, activities, materials, and equipment are available. The position supports approximately 15 students per class session across six to seven class periods per day during a 180-day school year.

The role works in a standard classroom environment within a secured facility and involves working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous or aggressive acts. The employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on departmental needs. Because the role may be in a 24-hour facility, mandatory overtime or an additional shift may be required. The incumbent may be designated essential personnel and may be held over or called back to a work location or alternate site when notified by a supervisor.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED program.
• Four years of clerical or administrative-related work experience, or 60 hours from an accredited college or university in a job-related field of study, or a combination of the two.
• Highly skilled in the use of standard software applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments, and the general public.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation.
• Must complete mandatory drug testing before employment and be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.
• Must have a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding or stressful environment with juveniles who may have committed dangerous or aggressive acts.
• Must be at least 21 years of age for applicable positions.
• Must pass all portions (physical and written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment, or meet all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods and lift and carry up to 25 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Support students in using computers, printers, and instructional software in accordance with established Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Tutor students in instructional subjects using computer software, following Texas Education Agency guidelines, charter policies, and administrative regulations.
• Collaborate with teachers on student IEPs, monitor student comprehension and progress, and notify teachers when further modifications may be necessary.
• Record data and maintain physical and computerized student-record files.
• Communicate and resolve hardware and software problems through I.T. Services; maintain inventories of computer supplies and learning materials; and keep the computer lab clean and orderly.
• Administer formal and informal testing to evaluate student success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED