Accessibility Consultant
Accessibility Consultant
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$ 4000 - 4800
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Job Description
Digital Harbor Foundation is seeking proposals from a qualified Accessibility Consultant to support the development of a new VR Computer Lab at the Tech Center. This space will introduce youth to mixed reality media and serve as a public-facing resource opening twice monthly to the consultant will help ensure the labs design technology and programming are accessible to people of all abilities aligning with ADA Section 508 and WCAG standards. The ideal consultant will have experience in accessible design inclusive technology VR or digital accessibility and staff training. This work directly supports our commitment to equitable STEM access with a particular focus on youth with disabilities and neurodivergent learners who have historically been excluded from emerging tech spaces.
The Accessibility Consultant will contribute approximately 1520 hours per month from September through November 2025 not to exceed 48 hours total. The consultant will work closely with the Tech Lab team to ensure the new VR Computer Lab is inclusive accessible and aligned with best practices in accessible design and education.
Digital Harbor Foundation is dedicated to fostering learning creativity productivity and community through education with a vision of digital equity for everyone. Driven by our sincere belief that access to opportunity is a basic right we take bold yet practical actions to support making a better future now. Through a portfolio of projects focused on developing leadership within communities we support those closest to challenges to take deliberate actions based in design thinking approach backed by data analysis grounded in a practice of collective impact and driven by a commitment to racial equity.
Proposal Requirements
Company/Consultant Profile: Overview of your company or individual experience highlighting relevant qualifications.
Approach and Methodology: Describe how you plan to manage the scope of work including your approach to content strategy collaboration and review.
Experience and References: Provide examples of similar content strategy or research analysis work. Include at least two references.
Budget: Include a detailed cost breakdown for services including fees and any additional expenses. Funding available for this role should not exceed $4800.
Timeline: Outline your proposed timeline including key milestones for content drafts reviews and final delivery.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Accessibility audit report
Recommendations document for hardware software and space design
Staff training guide (outline or written recommendations)
Final summary report with prioritized next steps
Timeline & Milestones:
September 2025: Accessibility audit completed; initial recommendations delivered
October 2025: Staff training guide submitted; continued review and consultation
November 2025: Final report delivered with prioritized recommendations
Additional Notes
This position is fully in person at the Digital Harbor Foundation office to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
Submission Instructions:
Deadline: August 25th 2025
Submission: Email proposals to Digital Harbor Foundations Tech Lab Director Tyler Farinholt () with subject line Accessibility Consultant Proposal VR Computer Lab
Questions: Please direct questions to Tyler Farinholt () by August 22nd 2025.
Role and Responsibilities
Conducting an accessibility audit of the physical layout hardware and software.
Identifying barriers to access for youth and visitors with physical sensory and cognitive disabilities including neurodivergent learners.
Providing recommendations to ensure compliance with ADA Section 508 and WCAG standards.
Advising on accessible hardware and software solutions for VR and mixed reality use.
Developing a brief staff training guide or set of recommendations to support inclusive programming and safe engagement with VR technology.
Delivering a final report summarizing findings and prioritized recommendations.
Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Compensation
Compensation for this consultant position is not to exceed $4800 with expected work time of 15 to 20 hours a month from August 2025 - October 2025.
If our mission and vision align with your personal values please apply!
A cover letter outlining your qualifications for the position along with your resume is required. Interviews will be conducted virtually.
Digital Harbor is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full Time
