Proofreader Aide, USDB
FT / PT Status – Part-Time
Salary – $16.89 - $16.89 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter – Melanie Butters | [email protected] | 385-460-8266
Application Deadline – 8/31/2026
The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider an employment opportunity with our agency. We are looking for a meticulous and responsible candidate to fill our Proofreader Aide position working at our Ogden campus.
*This is a part-time position. 4 hours per day, 5 days a week. Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.*
Key Responsibilities
Roles and Responsibilities:
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Provides quality assurance by assisting the certified Instructional Materials Technician(s) in the production of Braille accessible instructional materials for Utah students.
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Works alongside Instructional Materials Technicians to verify proof copy of Braille transcription against original script to detect grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors and marks.
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Helps ensure that Braille documents are formatted correctly.
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Consults reference books or secures aid of Instructional Materials Technicians to check references to rules of grammar and composition.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
The model candidate for this position is someone who:
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Has experience in reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness.
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Ability to understand and apply grammatical, typographical, and compositional rules to Braille material.
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Can read and understand instructional materials in a variety of curriculum areas and on instructional levels from kindergarten through high school.
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Can read and interpret tactile graphics in a variety of curriculum areas, including language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.
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Understand and use common proofreading and standard printers' marks.
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Use automated software applications.
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Successful completion of criminal background check contingent upon employment.
About the Role
Location –
742 Harrison Blvd.
Ogden, UT, 84404
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AE - Employees of the State Board of Edu. This is a career service exempt at will position.
Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:
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Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
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Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
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Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
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Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Agency
For more information about the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, please click here.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
