Lab Assistant Jobs in Texas

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provides instructional support to students utilizing the computer laboratory and assists teachers to ensure established lesson plans, activities, materials and equipment are provided to students.

Management Scope: Assists approximately fifteen (15) students per class session for six (6) to seven (7) class periods per day over a 180 day school year.

Responsibilities

1. Provides support to students in the use of computers, printers and instructional software according to established Individual Education Plans (IEP) to ensure student needs are being met.

2. Assists in tutoring instructional subjects to students through the use of computer software according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), charter policies and administrative regulations.

3. Collaborates with teachers on student IEPs, monitors student comprehension and progress, and notifies teachers in the event further modifications are necessary.

4. Records data and manages physical and computerized files of student records.

5. Communicates and resolves hardware/software problems through I.T. Services, maintains inventory of computer supplies and learning materials, and ensures computer lab is clean and orderly.

6. Administers formal and informal testing to evaluate student success.

7. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience and Training:

Graduation from an accredited high school/GED Program. Four (4) years of clerical/administrative related work experience or sixty (60) hours from an accredited college or university in a job related field of study or a combination of the two.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Highly skilled in the use of standard software applications. Ability to effectively communicate, 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. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.

“Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment.”

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Standard classroom environment within a secured facility. May require prolonged sitting, standing, walking and ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., unassisted.

• An employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department.

• Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift (“double shift”).

• The incumbent is / may be considered to be ‘essential personnel’ subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor.

• Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions.