Braille Transcription Specialist

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Braille Transcriber to convert instructional materials into braille, large print, and audio formats for students with visual impairments. The role requires close collaboration with educational staff and precise document preparation using braille equipment.

The position is full-time and exempt, with responsibilities that include reviewing requests, transcribing materials, and providing classroom accessibility support under the supervision of a teacher of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Library of Congress Braille Transcriber Certification required or in progress.
• Minimum of three years of professional braille translation experience.
• 3D printing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review requests for transcription to braille, print, and audio formats.
• Enter content into software to translate and emboss into braille.
• Format scanned materials into braille-ready layouts.
• Provide classroom support on accessibility of materials as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of transcription requests.

Skills

Braille transcription

Time management

Communication skills

Typing 45 wpm

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Library of Congress Braille Transcriber Certification

Tools

Braille writer

Braille embosser

Braille translation software

Scanner

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Braille Transcriber to convert instructional materials into braille, large print, and audio formats for students with visual impairments. The role requires close collaboration with educational staff and precise document preparation using braille equipment.

The position is full-time and exempt, with responsibilities that include reviewing requests, transcribing materials, and providing classroom accessibility support under the supervision of a teacher of the