SAN JOSE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

I.

Title

Computer Programmer Technician/Title VII

II.

Definition

Under the general supervision and direction of the Title VII Supervisor to assist in all
aspects of the development of bilingual Vietnamese/English software in Science for 6-12th
grade students and to perform related work consistent with the job description .

III.

Examples of Duties

Develop bilingual Vietnamese/English instructional software in Science for 6 -12th.
Design software program to document data for project evaluation purpose. Develop
software refinements, modifications and enhancements. Review and recommend
appropriate software which will ensure the achievement of project goals. Compile statistics
and maintain records and reports necessary for effective project monitoring activities in a
timely manner. Coordinate and supervise all input to the computer including: basic student
data, statistical report, inventory of developed and purchased materials. Train project staff in
the use of developed software with LEP students. Coordinate training activities for project
parents in the use of computer and bilingual Vietnamese/English software. Attend
workshops on Sheltered Techniques for Secondary Instruction for Mathematics and
Science which are being used with LEP students; other related duties as assigned.

IV.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position is for a three year special project under Title VII Grant entitled VISUAL
(Vietnamese Innovative Software Usage for Academic Learning).

V.

Employment Standards

A.

Knowledge of:

Educational software development and statistical and management
information system.

B.

Ability to:

Read, write and speak at the level for successful job performance;

Organize and implement planned activities with minimal supervision
framework of project goal and objectives;
Plan, organize and use available resources;

within

Work cooperatively with community, project staff and parents in a friendly
effective manner to maintain the best possible working relationships;

and

Create original bilingual Vietnamese/English software that matches the
District's Science curriculum;

Compile statistical reports;

Maintain records and prepare accurate reports;

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Follow oral and written instructions and provide clear and logical oral
and written instructions for others;

C.

Education/Training/Experience:

College level course work in Mathematics, Science and related studies.
A minimum of two years of experience in working with computer on
educational projects. Experience in educational software development and
statistical analysis. Experience and training which meets or exceeds the standards of
knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

D.

Licenses/Certificates:

Valid California Driver's License.

VI.

Specific Qualifications

Bilingual/biliterate Vietnamese/English is required.

Date11/28/89

Range25A

Position Code231330

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