Braille Transcription Lead

Job Description Allied Instructional Services is hiring a full-time braille transcriptionist and department lead in our Broadway, Virginia office location. The position is on-site and not eligible for remote work.AIS is an educational partner for school systems and government agencies that provides special education and related services for people with disabilities. The braille transcription department works with agencies and independent contractor braille transcriptionists to provide high quality braille materials for braille readers. In the office, the transcription department produces, organizes, binds, and mails physical braille materials to schools and agencies. The transcription department also creates 3D printed models and accessible digital files for educational work. AIS is willing to train the right candidate.Qualifications:Valid driver's license with ability to drive company vehicleProficiency with Microsoft 365Proficiency with Google WorkspacePreference for proficiency with specialized software; braille translation software, braille embossers, Thermoform Brailon Duplicator, scanning, and OCR technologyPreference for basic knowledge of computer braille code, foreign language code and the code for Chemical NotationPreference for knowledge of the design and production of tactile graphic representations of print materialsPreference for NLS certified transcriber with at least one of the following: literary braille, mathematics braille, music braille, literary proofreading, mathematics proofreadingOptional: CNIB certificate in UEB Technical (preferred)Optional: NBA certificate in textbook formatting (preferred)Ability to pass background checkJob Responsibilities:Maintain records for braille department projectsTranscribe a variety of instructional materials into an appropriate media such as braille, large print, and other special teaching aids for use by visually impaired studentsDetermine appropriate format of instructional materialsProofread and verify accuracy of transcribed materialsOrganize and prepare transcribed materials in accordance with established BANA transcription guidelines such as United English Braille, Nemeth Braille Code for Mathematics, and the Code of Braille Textbook Formats and Techniques translation guidelinesPrepare braille copies of tests, worksheets, maps, textbooks, charts and other instructional aids and materials utilizing textbook formation rules, Braille codes, English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.Operate a variety of specialized equipment including Perkins Braillewriter, braille embosser, book binding machine, and thermoform machineOrder braille and large print books and materials from the state and other agencies and maintain files of purchases and borrowed materialsCatalog and maintain records of braille transcription, books and other materials.Maintain an appropriate inventory of books, supplies, and materialsIdeal Candidates will have:Communicate effectively in oral and written formDemonstrate a good command of the written language and the ability to proofread and edit materialsDemonstrate understanding, patience and a receptive attitude concerning the instructional and social needs of blind and low vision students and colleaguesMaintain confidentialityWork collaboratively with others as needed to achieve shared goalsPlan and organize assigned work to meet schedules and timelinessome knowledge of 3D printing technologyexperience with copiers and printersaptitude to learn new technologydesire to work in a fast-paced environmentability to problem-solve independentlyinterest in learning or proficiency with the braille codeAllied Instructional Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.