Brailist

• Transcription:Transcribe a wide variety of instructional materials including textbooks exams worksheets and teacher notes into literary braille or other alternative formats like large print or tactile graphics.
• 1:1 Student Support:Provide direct assistance to an assigned student in the classroom helping them complete assignments and understand new abstract concepts.
• Collaboration:Work closely with classroom teachers and theTeacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)to adapt instructional plans and ensure materials are ready in a timely manner.
• Assistive Technology:Support the students use of specialized equipment such as braille writers embossers screen readers (like JAWS) and braille notetakers.
• Documentation:Maintain accurate records of student progress and material production while ensuring student confidentiality (HIPAA/FERPA compliance).
• Mobility Assistance:As needed facilitate safe travel within the school environment and monitor the use of mobility tools like a long cane.

• Certification:AWashington State Braille Certificate(or Library of Congress certification in Unified English Braille) is typically required.
• Education:High school diploma or equivalent plus meeting Washington state paraeducator requirements (e.g. an Associate degree 72 college credits or passing theETS ParaPro Assessmentwith a score of 455).
• Experience:Prior experience in braille transcription and working with children in a special education setting is highly preferred.
• Skills:Proficiency in braille translation software (e.g. Duxbury) strong attention to detail and excellent English grammar and spelling.

• Setting:Primarily performed in a standard elementary classroom environment.
• Physical Demands:Significant fine finger dexterity is required for brailling; may involve occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs) stooping or kneeling.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE