2026-2027 FWS Student Worker, Accessibility Services Student Assistant

Saint Leo University Brasil•San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Accessibility Services Student Assistant supports Saint Leo University’s mission to ensure equitable access to education. The role combines daily office operations, digital accessibility work, and student-facing support, with all work performed with care, empathy, professionalism, and in alignment with the university’s Core Values. Hiring is subject to funding availability and a limited number of openings; applying does not guarantee employment. The assistant supports office visitors and students, performs clerical tasks, helps students navigate the AIM platform and campus resources, and contributes to accessibility services such as converting course materials into alternative digital formats, testing assistive technology, maintaining records and a lending library, and creating student guides. The position also supports outreach and event logistics and may assist other Student Affairs units as assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

Must be Federal Work Study eligible and approved.
Demonstrated patience and maturity in handling sensitive information.
Attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions.
Basic computer skills, including file formatting and web navigation.
Professionalism and commitment to Saint Leo University Core Values.
Ability to treat all individuals with dignity and respect, especially in sensitive or confidential contexts.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with assistive technology platforms such as Kurzweil, Read&Write, or JAWS.
Comfort calling and emailing students in a professional manner.
Interest in education, psychology, health sciences, or technology.

Responsibilities

Answer phones, take messages, and forward calls to professional staff as directed.
Greet and assist office visitors and help maintain an organized, confidential workspace.
Help students navigate the AIM platform and campus support resources.
Perform clerical tasks, including scanning, organizing files, and basic data entry.
Participate in required training sessions and weekly team meetings.
Provide professional and courteous customer service.
Support other Student Affairs units as assigned by the supervisor.
Convert textbooks and course materials into alternative digital formats as directed.
Maintain accurate student records within the AIM platform.
Provide peer support under supervision, such as guidance with assistive technology logins and printing.
Use specialized software, such as screen readers and text-to-speech tools, to test functionality.
Assist in maintaining a lending library of devices and accessibility tools.
Help develop visual guides or short tutorials for students using assistive technology.
Participate in departmental outreach by calling or emailing students with reminders or check-ins.
Assist with event logistics, including tabling, setup, and student check-ins.
Co-create digital content and social media posts about accommodations, tips, and resources using tools such as Canva.

Benefits

Free tuition for employees, spouses, and dependents.
Tuition Exchange opportunity for dependents of employees.
Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Group medical plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, and a wellness incentive program.
100% employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account.
100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
100% employer-funded Employee Assistance Program, with healthcare and dependent options.
Employer-provided life insurance.
Discounted on-campus dining meal plans.
Nationwide pet insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
403(b) retirement plan.
Wellness Center.