Real-Time Educational Captionist/Transcriptionist

The Shorewood School District is seeking a Real-Time Captionist/Transcriptionist to join Shorewood''s Special Education & Student Support Services team. This support staff position will provide live transcription support during classes at Shorewood High School.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Work with individual students to conduct and reinforce teacher-directed activities

• Provide academic support and curriculum modification as determined by student(s)' IEP

• Assist in the implementation of the student(s)' IEP

• Assist in operation and maintenance of assistive devices and adaptive equipment as needed

• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, student records, parents, staff and any other school-related issues

• Assume additional responsibilities as they are directed by the Director of Special Education & Student Services and/or Building Principal

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate competency in academic subject areas to assist students with instructional tasks

• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner through oral, written, and technological means

• Work positively, effectively, and ethically with students, parents, and District personnel

• Perform duties with awareness of all District requirements as well as Board and District policies and guidelines

• Assume responsibility, display initiative, and exercise good judgment

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability on daily schedule/routines

• Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn new skills in order to enhance job performance and value to the position, Special Education Department and the District.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND TRAINING):

• High school diploma or equivalent

• For highly qualified status, applicants must be fully trained and certified through CART or C-Print, and must type at a minimum of 200 wpm

• Other applicants must pass minimum assessment requirements for District support of required training for C-Print or Typewell.