Student Accessibility Services Computerized Note Taker

Computerized Note Taker

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Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities

The Computerized Note Taker is responsible for supporting access to course material for students with disabilities through provision of all presented lecture material via notes. The student, along with the Student Accessibility Case Manager, will determine the format of note taking that best meets individual needs.

• Review the Learning Management System (Sakai/Brightspace) for PowerPoint slides and resources prior to class
• Record in writing all dialogue within the learning environment in a manner that meets accessibility needs
• Provide access to notes within the agreed upon timeline via upload to the Online Accommodation Student Information System (OASIS)
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and lecture material
• Depending on funding type, may be required to track service delivery weekly for partial reimbursement of funding to the department via Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD)

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• Keyboarding speed of 70 wpm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and using a laptop computer
• Ability to process and summarize new subject matter quickly
• Completion of an undergraduate degree
• Completion of graduate courses or a combination of education and experience will be considered

Problem Solving, Analysis & Innovation

• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Ability to leverage existing resources to solve problems

Preferred Or Asset Skills

• Experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset

Salary Information

• Hourly rate - $22 per hour
• One additional hour per course per week is paid for preparation ahead of lecture and upload of notes to the OASIS system
• Classes cancelled less than 24-hours will be paid as scheduled. Non-instructional days, reading week, classes cancelled greater than 24-hours in advance and holidays are unpaid.

Please note: this position will be posted until filled.

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact talent@brocku.ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.