Responsible for providing communication access for post-secondary students by converting spoken language into a meaning-for-meaning transcript, using TypeWell software.
Requirements
- Minimum of two years' post-secondary education and successful completion of TypeWell Certificate
- Minimum two years of relevant work experience, including some educational transcribing experience in a post-secondary environment
- Ability to type at minimum 60 wpm without errors
- Proficiency in operating a laptop computer and other peripheral equipment
- Experience in using various MS-Office applications
- Demonstrated ability to listen attentively with accuracy for detail
- Excellent English writing skills in grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and sentence structure
- Ability to maintain focus on information processing for extended periods of time
- Ability to work effectively with hearing and non-hearing individuals through verbal and written communication skills
- Awareness and understanding of cross-cultural issues between the deaf and hearing communities
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, and members of the educational team
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Ability to adapt to changing situations
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Ability to meet work performance standards set by the College
Benefits
- Lieu of benefits included based on hours worked