Court Reporting Reader - Part-Time (In/Remote)

Taft College; Shafter (CA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Taft College invites applications for a Substitute Reader in the Court Reporting Program. The role involves dictation of instructional materials, administering speed tests, and supporting both in-person and Zoom-based classes.

Candidates should have strong English pronunciation, clear pacing, and patience to work with diverse learners. Hours are part-time (19 hours per week) with a competitive hourly pay rate of $27.01–$29.06, and no district benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools, including Zoom, email, and document programs.
• Strong reading and verbal communication skills with clear pronunciation and the appropriate speed based on the course requirement.
• Six (6) months or more full-time or one (1) year or more of part-time experience working with students in an educational setting.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of diverse backgrounds of staff and students; including accessibility needs.

Responsibilities

• Dictate instructional materials, practice drills, and speed tests for court reporting students at varying speeds.
• Use a stopwatch to ensure accurate timing during all dictation sessions.
• Maintain consistent pacing and clarity appropriate to each assigned speed level.
• Foster a professional and supportive learning environment.
• Assist with basic classroom or instruction as it relates to course content.
• Assist students in the proper use of computers and other tools in a classroom or learning lab.
• Meet with professor at the beginning of the semester to set goals and objectives.
• Distribute course assignments and other handouts as needed.
• Participate in required training.
• Attend all scheduled activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading aloud

Clear pronunciation

Verbal communication

Multitasking in classroom

Adaptability to in-person/online

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Zoom

Email

Document programs

Stenotype/CAT software

Job description

Taft College invites applications for a Substitute Reader in the Court Reporting Program. The role involves dictation of instructional materials, administering speed tests, and supporting both in-person and Zoom-based classes.

Candidates should have strong English pronunciation, clear pacing, and patience to work with diverse learners. Hours are part-time (19 hours per week) with a competitive hourly pay rate of $27.01–$29.06, and no district benefits.