Samuel Stapes Elementary School: Technology Assistant

Samuel Stapes Elementary School: Technology Assistant JobID: 1164

Position Type:

Technology

Date Posted:

6/14/2024

Location:

Samuel Staples Elementary School, Easton, CT

Date Available:

08/27/2024

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Position Available: Commencing with the 2024-2025 school year. Official start date is August 27, 2024. Some additional summer days may be available.

Hours: School-year position, 181 days with some additional days in the summer. 6.25 hours per work day in accordance with school schedule with an additional half hour unpaid for lunch

Salary and Benefits: Salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement - approximately $30/hour depending on years of experience). Comprehensive benefits.

Description Summary: The Technology Assistant is a vital member of the technology team, providing support to all users in the building through maintenance and setup of classroom computers, laptops, mobile labs, computer labs, and the technology that supports and supplements them. The position is evaluated by both the Network Administrator and the school administration and meets regularly with them to plan and prioritize short range and long-range projects.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or its equivalent

• Associates Degree or two years of higher education preferred OR at least two years of previous work experience in the technology field.

• Previous work experience with computers and related peripherals

• Working knowledge of various vendor switches, printers, copiers, fax machines, laptops, desktops and tablets

• Work experience in system administration and experience with operating systems (e.g., Windows, Chrome OS, OSX), virtualization technologies and file storage administration a plus

• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and be able to train others as needed

• Good organizational, time-management, verbal and written skills

• Ability to problem solve and work independently

• Strong documentation skills and sense of responsibility

• Ability to multi-task and switch priorities as needed in an educational environment

• Ability to work effectively and courteously at all times with administrators, teachers, co-workers and students

• Physical requirements - lift up to 50 lbs. to install related equipment and move mobile laptop carts

Overall Job Duties:

• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues for all staff and students

• Repair and maintain computer equipment and related peripherals as required

• Respond to technical requests made through the Help Desk

• Work closely with the district network administrator

• Other duties as assigned

Applications will only be accepted online at the District's Web site: www.er9.org. A direct link to the application page is: http://www.applitrack.com/er9/onlineapp

Applications must include:

• Formal letter of application addressed to Natalie Hammond, Principal, Redding Elementary School

• Resume

• Three recent letters of recommendation

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Easton Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.