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Prince George's Community College · 5 months ago

Reader/Scribe

Largo, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$15.02/hr - $16.52/hr

1+ years exp

Prince George's Community College is seeking a Reader/Scribe to provide auxiliary services and assist with special testing for students with disabilities. The role involves taking notes, reading tests, and supporting students in various educational settings.

E-LearningEducationHigher Education

Responsibilities

Attend all lecture and virtual classes on time as assigned by Disability Support Services

Take accurate and clear classroom notes for students with disabilities as assigned

Read students tests and quizzes; accurately record student responses as stated

Report students who no-show for classes to disability support services staff

Assist with office coverage as determined by Program Director

Assist with providing auxiliary services at our extension centers (UTC, LCC, Joint Base Andrews)

Promptly report expected absences to DSS staff and arrange for a substitute reader/scribe

Be available to act as substitute reader/scribe according to office and scheduling needs

Perform other duties as assigned by DSS Program Director

Qualification

Reading college level materialWriting college level materialEffective communicationCollege policiesMeeting deadlinesDetail-orientedWork independently

Required

Under 18 with work permit, high school diploma or equivalent

Six months of related experience required

Ability to read, and write, and/or type college level material and operate recording devices

Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English

Ability to perform detailed work in a classroom environment

Knowledgeable of college policies and procedures, along with available services and events

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to work independently

Must be available to work during the Spring, Summer and/or Fall semester

Must be available to work flexible daytime and evening hours

Must be willing to work at the Largo campus site as well as other off-campus locations (University Town Center, Laurel College Center, Andrews Air Force Base, etc.)

Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work

A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls

Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine

No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions

The reader/scribe may be assigned to take notes or proctor exams as recommended by the director, particularly for students with disabilities who are in dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment and/or early middle college programs

Is Background Check Required? Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus? Yes