Job description
Educational Technology Assistant
Position: Educational Technology Assistant
Dept: Religious School
Type: part-time, non-exempt, hourly
Schedule: Wednesdays, 3;30-6:30 PM
Sundays, 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the supervision of the Director of the Religious School, this role will bring technology into the classrooms- working closely with teachers and students to support the seamless integration of technology into classrooms grades K-7. This individual will be the point person to manage all aspects of the delivery and use of iPads, peripherals, and cable connection devices.
The ideal candidate gets joy and fulfillment from interacting with children (ages 5-13) and is passionate about integrating fun technology into classrooms to enhance learning.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Provide support to the Religious School teachers in using technologies in fun and creative ways with students from K-7th grades.
- Manage the logistics and inventory of 60+ shared iPads-ensuring iPads are charged and functional and ready for the students to use.
- Go into classrooms to facilitate activities with students on iPads
- Identify appropriate and new Judaic grade-level content and activities to be shared with students and teachers
- Support non-tech-savvy teachers in using technology (e.g, help with connecting computer to SMARTboard, etc,)
- Manage the inventory, organization, and delivery of peripherals, cables, adapters to match teachers' computer output, and various chords and chargers.
DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to troubleshoot and help teachers and staff on the spot.
- Ability to engage warmly and with clear communication with students, teachers, and staff to support their engagement with the technology.
- The ability to troubleshoot and help teachers and school staff when on the spot.
- Organized, with the ability to stay on schedule during a fast-paced school day.
- Confident
- Hebrew Proficiency (preferred).
REQUIRED TECHNOLOGY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiar with iOS and comfortable using iPads
- Familiar with Spotify and the ability to hook up the Bluetooth speaker
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word, Excel, and Teams) as well as proficiency in Adobe Acrobat DC and Canva
- Proficient in social media apps (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat) required.
- Comfort with Google Forms and event registration setup
MINIMUM EDUCATION:HIGH SCHOOL DEGREE REQUIRED. BA preferred.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
Compensation commensurate with experience. Range: $38-$42 per hour
POINT OF CONTACT:
Danielle Kassin, Religious School Director, [email protected]. PLEASE write in the subject line: STRS Educational Technology Assistant 18.
Sinai Temple is an equal opportunity employer. It considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal law. This job description is subject to change by management. Reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with the law.