Job Summary
The scribe will provide class notes to mainly disabled students in a clear easily understood manner. The scribe will visit with the student to determine the best way to communicate and give class notes for the best benefit of the student.
Essential Functions
Obtains class notes by attending the class to be scribed Communicate with the instructor when appropriate Communicates with the student in a clear manner so the student understands the subject matter Takes lecture notes for students in a classroom setting Takes dictation for students Fillsin and writesout test answers for students at their instruction Takes student work and verbally relays information in a classroom setting Maintains professional boundaries in class and during tests Supports and promotes all faculty and students rights to equity in the classroom and work environment Learns to use and demonstrates adaptive technology to students Converts and edits academic media Handles equipment as needed in class or lab Must record hours worked and turn in time sheets to the appropriate supervisor when they are due Interact effectively with students of diverse socioeconomic ethnic and cultural backgrounds Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50 of the time Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time The person in this position needs to move to other locations on campus occasionally The person in this position needs to move around the classroom lab and office to assist students Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 25 pounds Office classroom and laboratory setting
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent Ability to take clear and accurate notes and dictation Good written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail Comfortable working with special populations Demonstrated ability and commitment to working collaboratively Computer skills with the ability to use various software programs Demonstrated commitment to quality service to students Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with students Ability to communicate class notes in a clear manner to the student in a way that is most beneficial to the student Ability to Interact effectively with students of diverse socioeconomic ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications
Completion of some college credit or a degree in higher education Academic success in college