Braille Transcriber (PAF 3110) at San Diego County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) is recruiting to fill a vacancy for a Braille Transcriber for the East County SELPA based out of El Cajon, CA. The East County position will work 185 days, 5 hours per day, and will offer the classified support benefits package. Under general supervision, the Braille Transcriber transcribes a wide variety of instructional materials into Braille and large print; operates various Braille equipment including a Braillewriter, Braille word processor, computer and related software and electronic Braille printer; prepares tactile educational materials such as maps, charts, graphs, and pictures for students with visual impairments.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent document) and two (2) years paid or volunteer experience producing and formatting materials into Braille literary and Nemeth Code of Mathematics for students with visual impairments. Possession of the Library of Congress certificate may stand in for one year of the required experience. Candidates will be expected to have knowledge of braille transcription techniques for EBAE, Unified English Braille (UEB), and Nemeth braille codes, and the ability to prepare raised line drawings, diagrams, or charts for students with visual impairments.
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN application and submit by the application deadline: • Resume, detailing education and experience • Letter of Introduction • Copy of current, valid Library of Congress Certificate for Braille Transcription (if applicable) Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.
This position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent document) and two (2) years paid or volunteer experience producing and formatting materials into Braille literary and Nemeth Code of Mathematics for students with visual impairments. Possession of the Library of Congress certificate may stand in for one year of the required experience. Candidates will be expected to have knowledge of braille transcription techniques for EBAE, Unified English Braille (UEB), and Nemeth braille codes, and the ability to prepare raised line drawings, diagrams, or charts for students with visual impairments.
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN application and submit by the application deadline: • Resume, detailing education and experience • Letter of Introduction • Copy of current, valid Library of Congress Certificate for Braille Transcription (if applicable) Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.
Comments and Other Information
Join our amazing team!
The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!
Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.
Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
About SDCOE
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county.
Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families.
To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/about-sdcoe
To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/work-sdcoe
Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview?
Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below!
Cover Letters
Letters of Reference
Preparing for an Interview
Resumes
Comments and Other Information
Join our amazing team!
The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!
Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.
Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
About SDCOE
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county.
Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families.
To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/about-sdcoe
To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/work-sdcoe
Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview?
Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below!
Cover Letters
Letters of Reference
Preparing for an Interview
Resumes
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
5/16/2024
Contact
JOY Dodge
18582958741
18582958741
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$24.90 - $31.78 Per Hour
$24.90 - $31.78 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Support Grade 042
Length of Work Year
185 days, five hours per day
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
El Cajon, CA
PAF
3110
Original Posting Date
8/28/20-