Washoe County School District is seeking applicants for the following position(s):
Education Technology Specialist
Salary:
FY 2012-13
Sch A: $14.47 - $22.06
Sch B: $16.31 - $24.89
Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year.
New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step (step one) of the grade of the position.
Range/Grade: G19
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under supervision, assists staff in a variety of instructional activities, basic level technical issues, and in the supervision of students in the computer lab. Performs related work as required.
EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists staff in a variety of technology related issues and activities; assists in preparing lesson outlines; assists in presenting new software to students and staff utilizing a variety of teaching methods; assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments; reinforces learning concepts; confers with classroom teacher on progress of students; organizes software according to teacher's needs; provides basic technical support for computers, printers, interactive whiteboards, etc.; supports teachers with district approved curriculum software, and with district supported productivity software; reports inoperative equipment to the appropriate individual; prints student's writing and art work; customizes media to meet teacher's particular needs; distributes and collects classroom materials and prepares computer lab for use; orders supplies and equipment; maintains student and attendance records; maintains computer lab bulletin boards; observes progress and problem areas of students for referral to the teacher; assists in maintaining safety and discipline of students; and enforces school rules and regulations and assists in the support of district and site based computer applications.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education/Experience: Any experience equivalent to education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
1. Education: Equivalent to a high school diploma. Some education (i.e., college coursework, workshops, seminars, etc.) in the area of computer operations is desirable;
AND
2. Experience: One (1) year of experience in the area of computer support and experience in student instructional activities as part of an organized program, particularly in the area of educational software.
Applicants hired by the District after January 8, 2002, to work at a Title I designated school, must possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent, and have completed the following requirements: Completed at least 48 semester hours of credit at an accredited college or university; or, obtained an associate?s degree or higher degree from an accredited college or university; or, passed the ParaPro Assessment prepared and administered by Educational Testing Service (ETS) with a score of at least 460. Employees hired by the District prior to January 9, 2002, must meet the above requirements by June 30, 2006.
Knowledge of: Educational principles and techniques; student behavior and characteristics; basic discipline techniques; correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic mathematics; basic computer concepts; file management; basic security (firewalls, spyware, keeping safe on the Internet, etc); general computer and peripheral use; and MS Office competency desirable.
Skill at: Assisting in the instruction of students in computer operations; securing and maintaining the confidence and cooperation of students and teaching staff; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; problem identification and resolution; evaluating situations accurately and taking effective action; preparing and maintaining accurate and complete records, files and summaries; operating various instructional software programs; and understanding and carrying written instructions.
Licenses/Certificates: Incumbents hired must either possess the equivalent to each aspect of the ETS Academy Certification, which includes proof of competency in File Management, Media Resources, Processes and Procedures, ETS Components, ETS Applications, MS Office, specifically Word and PowerPoint, Interactive Whiteboards, and ETS Security, or they must receive this certification from the WCSD within two (2) years of employment.
Terms of Employment:
This is a 21 hour per week, 180 day position.
THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.
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