La Cañada Unified School District…a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence
INSTRUCTIONAL COMPUTER SPECIALIST
6.0 hours per day at La Cañada Elementary School
Salary: $3,829.98 - $4,886.41 per month, dependent on experience
Application Deadline: 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2026
Brief Description of Position: Under the supervision of the site administrator and with direction from the classroom teachers, the instructional computer specialist assists in the instruction of students in computer use and online citizenship.
Qualifications:
1. Previous Experience: One year of computer related experience, preferably in a school setting.
2. Education: Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth grade supplemented by or including courses in computer technology.
Work Calendar: 6.0 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with a work calendar of school year (10 months) only. The first day of service coincides with the first day for students, which is Thursday, August 13, 2026. The last day is Friday, June 3, 2027. A six-month probationary period must be passed before a new classified employee becomes permanent with the District.
Salary: Placement on classified salary range 37 is dependent on experience as an instructional computer specialist in similar educational settings. The monthly salary ranges from $3,829.98 - $4,886.41 per month.
Benefits: An excellent benefits package is offered to employees who work 50% or more of a full-time position, with the District contributing up to $15,930 per year per employee. Premiums paid by a part-time employee are pro-rated based on the employee’s full-time equivalent (FTE) percentage.
Application Procedure:
1. Applicants may submit an electronic application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd).
Please attach a cover letter, resume, references with contract information, and at least three (3) current letters of recommendation. Applications should be addressed to:
Carrie Hetzel, Executive Director of Personnel Services
La Cañada Unified School District
4490 Cornishon Avenue
La Cañada, CA 91011
2. After the screening of all applications, selected candidates will be contacted regarding a personal interview. Interviews will be held in person as soon after the application deadline as possible.
Application Deadline: 12:00 p.m., Monday, July 27, 2026
It is the policy of the La Cañada Unified School District to provide equal opportunity employment for persons and to refrain from discrimination based upon race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical conditions, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation or any other unlawful basis in every aspect of personnel policy and practice in employment, development, advancement and treatment of employees; and to promote the total realization of equal employment opportunity, through a continuing affirmative action program.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Examples of duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Communicates with teachers about students’ needs, abilities and progress.
- Assists with preparation and scheduling of the computer lab.
- Assists with preparation of instructional materials.
- Instructs and directs student and parent volunteers.
- May assist with administration of student tests.
- Works with G.A.T.E. students.
- Works with students, individually and in groups.
- Instructs students in use of software and resource materials.
- Maintains and updates files and records.
- Maintains student files and assists with state reports.
- Assists with review and correction of student work.
- Assists with inclusion of students with special education needs.
- Assists with implementation of the district/site technology standards.
- Maintains an attractive and appropriate classroom environment.
- May attend conferences, in-services and regular staff meetings.
- Communicates with teacher for ideas, feedback and suggestions and reports student’s progress.
- Advises and assists substitute teachers in the computer lab.
- Ensures that lab computers are in proper working condition through regular maintenance.
- Initiates repairs, work order for lab equipment through district technology office.
- Performs duties in related areas as required.
Must Be Able To:
- Work effectively and efficiently with all levels of District personnel, students, parents and the public.
- Perform a variety of clerical and organizational tasks and set priorities.
- Analyze and diagnose hardware and software problems and develop a systematic plan for solution within the lab.
- Work effectively without close supervision.
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisor and others contacted in the course of work.
- Present a positive image of the District and its operation to the public.
- Direct and train volunteers and student aides.
Must Have Knowledge Of:
- Current computer technology including hardware, software and peripherals.
- Preventive maintenance, parts and repair procedures for computer systems.
- Basic terminology and vocabulary related to computers and their use
- Software and curriculum subject matter as they apply to use of resource materials and computer in the labs.
- Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and composition.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to bend, stoop, reach and lift above shoulder height.
- Able to stand, walk and sustain physical activity for at least 6.0 hours.
- Able to work in a variety of buildings, facilities and outdoor environments with varying degrees of temperature and weather conditions.
- Able to lift, carry, push, or pull moderately heavy objects.
Hiring Policy: Application packets that do not have all required materials will be disqualified. All applications will be held in strict confidence. Further inquiry should be addressed to the Human Resources Department at (818) 952-8385. ANY direct contact with any member of the Governing Board with the intent to influence the decision making process will be considered a breach of professional ethics, and the applicant will be immediately disqualified.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $3,829.98 - $4,886.41 per month
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
