Digital Trainer: Accessibility Websites and Information Systems

Job Title:
Digital Trainer:
Accessibility for Websites and Information Systems

Job Location:

Hartford, CT
Job Duration: 11-12 Months (possibility of extension)
Payrate: $56.66/ hr. on w2

• This Digital Accessibility Trainer role is critical to training agency teams, testers, developers, and content owners on accessibility remediation, standards, and platform usage.
• The Trainer will also develop and scale accessibility learning paths, provide accessibility coaching, and empower teams to maintain compliant digital assets across the Client.

• Digital Guru. You're equally comfortable creating and training to high-impact online experiences that change people’s lives.
• Solution-Focused. You easily see problems in current processes and proactively find ways to solve them.
• Data Aware. You know how to use data and user feedback to directly improve experiences.
• Customer-centric. You understand UX and how to design digital journeys for real people.
• Info Junkie. You stay on top of industry news and the latest best practices for your skillsets.
• Highly Organized. You understand project planning, agile methodology, and you deliver on deadlines.
• Service-Oriented. You are passionate about public service and improving experiences for citizens.

• Delivering foundational and advanced training on WCAG 2.2, Section 508, and ADA accessibility standards for a variety of internal and external teams.
• Leading remediation walkthroughs using real accessibility defect examples and tools like Axe, WAVE, and others.
• Designing learning paths and self-paced training modules for roles including testers, content editors, developers, and vendor staff.
• Creating documentation, templates, and best practice guides to institutionalize accessibility standards across agencies.
• Supporting the use of the Client’s Learning Management System (LMS) to track training, deliver content, and monitor learning progress across teams.

• Experienced Instructor in training teams to improve and maintain accessibility on digital assets.

• Enterprise Skills Building: Experience delivering accessibility-related training or supporting enterprise compliance initiatives is strongly preferred
• Training and
  
  Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Communications, or related field.
• CMS Proficiency: Minimum 3 years of experience working with Sitecore or similar content management systems.
• Training Delivery: Proven track record in delivering effective training programs to diverse audiences.
• Content Development: Demonstrated expertise in developing content strategies and creating high-quality training materials.
• Vendor Management: Experience in liaising with vendors to ensure compliance with training standards and practices.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in analyzing training effectiveness and making data-driven improvements.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.

• CMS Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Sitecore or a comparable content management system (CMS), including advanced proficiency in content creation, editing, and administration. Ability to navigate CMS interfaces, troubleshoot issues, and provide comprehensive training to users at all skill levels.
• Content Development
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong background in content development, with the ability to create engaging and effective training materials tailored to diverse learning styles and audiences. Proficiency in crafting clear, concise, and persuasive content that aligns with organizational goals and user needs.
• Training Delivery
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven track record in delivering engaging and interactive training sessions, workshops, and seminars. Ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner, facilitate hands‑on learning experiences, and provide ongoing support and guidance to trainees.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Familiarity…