Redlands Unified School District COMPUTER LAB PARAPROFESSIONAL DEFINITION Under general supervision, perform a variety of specialized instructional activities with an emphasis on computer-assisted instruction; assist in the conduct of training and learning activities with children in an alternative learning environment; perform a variety of routine clerical and supportive activities for instructional personnel, assist with technology training of staff; and do other related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under general supervision, present learning materials and conduct instructional exercises using computers, independently supervise students; tutor individual students and small groups of students with special learning needs to reinforce and follow-up learning and training activities; monitor and assist all students in drill, practice and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel; direct students into safe learning activities and functions, and assist in shaping of appropriate social behaviors; assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques; assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids; maintain a variety of instructional media; assist in the coordination and administration of pre and post achievement testing; provide tutorial help by means of computer on a one-to-one or small group basis; assist students with academic deficiencies; may prepare monthly computer lab schedules; log, catalog, and track all software used in both the lab and the classroom; maintain all computer inventories throughout the school year; assist with library computers and printers; recommend software purchases; order supplies for computer lab; create and maintain files on all software (site licenses, etc.); may prepare and conduct inservice for teachers on both software and computer use; prepare and conduct inservice for new teachers on the care of computers in the classroom; design, prepare, and distribute manuals containing instructions for use of school wide software; troubleshoot problems; serve on site or district technology committees. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Methods and procedures of operating, and maintaining computer, peripherals, and other equipment generally found in a technology lab; Instructional delivery program utilizing computer assisted instruction; Techniques in teaching keyboarding and word processing; Various word processing programs and site application used; Various spreadsheet and database programs; Use of the internet and library software programs; Computer literacy techniques; Basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics; Behavior management strategies and techniques; Basic concepts of mathematics; Routine record storage, retrieval, and management procedures; Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Ability to: Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups; Appropriately manage student behavior and guide them toward more acceptable social behaviors; Communicate effectively in oral and written form; Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of education and office related machines and equipment; Redlands Unified School District Computer Lab Paraprofessional Page 2 Ability to (continued): Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures with an emphasis on using computers; Understand and follow oral and written directions; Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work; Relate effectively with racially and ethnically diverse staff, students, and community; Maintain a clean environment in the computer lab; Troubleshoot all computers, printers, digital cameras, TV’s, VCR’s, and all peripherals at site; Maintain computer to television hookups; Create and maintain a monthly computer lab schedule. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or course work in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field. Completion of one college course or the equivalent on computer operation. Experience: One year of paid or volunteer experience working with various age levels requiring a specialized learning environment involving computer assisted instruction. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Work involves some pushing and pulling of objects weighing up to 100 pounds, with lifting of 50 pounds; physical dexterity in limbs and digits necessary to perform duties; ability to bend, stoop, grasp, and reach. Pre-placement Physical: Class I