Accessible Content Remediation Specialist (Remote)

Penn State University; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Remediation Specialist to remotely support SDR in preparing accessible course materials for visually-abled students. The role emphasizes remediation, formatting, and content management across multiple sources, with a focus on accessibility standards.

Responsibilities include content preparation, conversion between formats, and ongoing auditing to ensure compliance with accessibility guidelines.

Qualifications

• Consistent access to a strong and reliable internet connection.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to attend prescheduled meetings.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Content preparation and remediation for accessible course materials.
• Procure content from Canvas, library, databases, and publishers.
• Convert files between formats (Word, PowerPoint, PDF, HTML, etc.).
• Split and reorganize content per student needs.
• Deliver content after management approval.
• Audit content for accessibility and apply WCAG-aligned fixes.
• Remediate formatting such as headings, page numbers, captions.
• Provide descriptions for images and media; create tactile graphics as required.
• Project management and task tracking using the team tool.
• Prioritize assignments by due date.

Skills

Internet access

MS Office

Meeting attendance

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

HTML

LaTeX

Assistive Technology

WCAG

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a Remediation Specialist to remotely support SDR in preparing accessible course materials for visually-abled students. The role emphasizes remediation, formatting, and content management across multiple sources, with a focus on accessibility standards.

Responsibilities include content preparation, conversion between formats, and ongoing auditing to ensure compliance with accessibility guidelines.