Hybrid Digital Accessibility Assistant for Learning

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a part-time Digital Accessibility Assistant (up to 20 hours/week) to ensure course materials meet universal design standards. The role focuses on technical remediation, including tagging PDFs, alt-text, and accessible structures for tables and charts, ensuring an inclusive learning experience.

The successful candidate will combine technical attention to detail with a passion for digital equity, supporting accessibility across LMS platforms such as

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree (Associate or higher) required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Basic web development and media production experience.
• Experience in respectful, professional interactions with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Audit digital course materials for accessibility compliance and document issues.
• Remediate inaccessible PDFs via tagging, reading order, and form labels.
• Convert files to accessible formats and add alt-text and captions.
• Edit audio/video content and transcripts for quality and accessibility.
• Perform其他 duties within scope of practice.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

LaTeX

Web development basics

Canvas LMS

Media production

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a part-time Digital Accessibility Assistant (up to 20 hours/week) to ensure course materials meet universal design standards. The role focuses on technical remediation, including tagging PDFs, alt-text, and accessible structures for tables and charts, ensuring an inclusive learning experience.

The successful candidate will combine technical attention to detail with a passion for digital equity, supporting accessibility across LMS platforms such as