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Title: Real-time Transcriber for Students with Hearing Impairments
Assignment: School-year, Full-Time
Location: Winnetka Campus and/or Northfield Campus
Occupational Group: NTESPA Instructional
Supervisor: Special Education Coordinator or Department Chair
Start Date: April 7, 2026
Position Outcomes:
New Trier is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment where all students have equal access to their education. As part of our commitment, we are seeking a Real-Time Transcriptionist to support students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have other learning needs by providing live transcription of classroom instruction, discussions, and school activities.
General Responsibilities:
The Real-time Transcriber for students with hearing impairments is dedicated to supporting the learning of students who are deaf or hard of hearing. This person must be detail-oriented, have excellent typing skills, and have the ability to use a laptop to record lectures and class discussions accurately and efficiently in real-time.
Qualifications:
- Typewell certification is required.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent listening skills.
- Experience in an educational setting is preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent English proficiency
- Proficiency in using laptops and Typewell software.
Knowledge/Ability/Skills:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong listening and memory abilities
- Ability to initiate and complete work with limited supervision and direction
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Position Expectations:
- Attend all scheduled classes and other student events as assigned to provide real-time transcription services.
- Maintain the Typewell standards for transcription
- Use a laptop and Typewell software to transcribe spoken words accurately to provide a concise summary of the content in a meaningful style.
- Maintain a minimum typing speed of 60 words per minute to keep up with the pace of lectures and discussions.
- Ability to capture an average of 80% (100% of key vocabulary) of the important information points conveyed in classes and meetings.
- Ability to use an approved abbreviation system to assist in transcribing speech for rapid communication access.
Collaboration with Students:
- Work closely with the student to understand their specific needs and preferences.
- Provide copies of transcriptions promptly, ensuring the student has access to all classroom content.
Collaboration with Faculty and Staff:
- Liaise with teaching staff to ensure understanding of class content and terminology.
- Prepares for classes by reviewing materials and adding pertinent vocabulary to the transcriber dictionary before classes or meetings.
- Attend staff meetings or training sessions as required to stay informed of any changes in course materials or delivery methods.
- Coordinate with the special education case manager, teachers, and others to ensure the student's needs are consistently met.
Quality Assurance:
- Review and edit transcriptions for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure that transcriptions are free of errors, omissions, and ambiguities.
- Keep detailed records of all transcriptions and maintain confidentiality per school district policies.
Technical Proficiency:
- Stay up-to-date with the latest Typewell software updates and features.
- Troubleshoot any technical issues that may arise during transcription sessions.
- Ensure the laptop and transcription equipment are in good working condition and ready for use at all times.
Professional Development:
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities related to real-time transcription and Typewell certification.
- Stay informed about best practices and new developments in the field of accessibility and transcription services.
- Seek feedback from students, faculty, and colleagues to continuously improve the quality of transcriptions.
- Other Duties as Assigned
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Pay: From $25.24 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
