Part-Time Accessibility Transcriber — Braille & Large Print

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health and welfare benefits

Long-term savings programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Special Needs Transcriber to convert educational materials into electronic formats, Braille, and large print for students with print disabilities.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency with MS Office and knowledge of Braille translation programs are required. Excellent health benefits and long-term investment plans are offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience desired.
• Demonstrated proficiency in hardware programs for Braille tools.
• Experience with electronic formats for print disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Convert educational materials into electronic formats, Braille, and large print.
• Maintain confidentiality on document content.
• Communicate with students about their needs for alternate media.

Skills

Knowledge of MS Office programs

Braille code knowledge

Scientific Notebook experience

Tactile Graphic Creations knowledge

Graphic design mediums knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Braille embossers

PDF converter

Abby Fine Reader

Adobe Acrobat Professional

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Special Needs Transcriber to convert educational materials into electronic formats, Braille, and large print for students with print disabilities.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency with MS Office and knowledge of Braille translation programs are required. Excellent health benefits and long-term investment plans are offered.