ADA Reader/Scribe

Craven Community College • New Bern, NC

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About The Position

This position supports the delivery of ADA accommodations by assisting students with disabilities in the classroom completing academic assignments by writing down, typing verbatim what is dictated and by reading textbooks or assignments. Assistance mainly occurs outside of the classroom in the Academic Support Center, Library, or Testing Center. The position will work on average 16 to 20 hours per week and requires a flexible schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Proficiency with reader, scribe and lab assistant skills.
• One year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities in completing academic assignments in or outside the classroom
• Transcribing essays and homework assignments
• Transcribing instructor in-class lectures or presentations
• Reading textbooks, class notes, and homework assignments
• Provide services to students with limited acuity and/or legally blind
• Describe pictures in words
• Provide verbal cues for guiding, as needed
• Provide hands-on interpretation of course content in lab

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED