Braille Transcriber

open: 04/22/2025

apply now! Open until filled.

we are lausd. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career, and life.

lausd is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

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lausd’s division of special education is currently seeking well-qualified candidates to fill braille transcriber positions!

the special education division’s mission is to provide leadership, guidance, and support to the school community in order to maximize learning for all students within an inclusive environment so that each student will contribute to and benefit from our diverse society. For more information about the visual impairment program in lausd's division of special education, please visit: https:///15740

at lausd, braille transcribers operate a braille writer and a computer using braille transcription software, electronic braille embossers, scanners, and other related equipment to transcribe complex educational materials including literature, math, science, and foreign language into braille including books, class agendas, worksheets, and tests.

immediate supervision is received from a certificated administrator. Technical guidance is given to instructional aide (braille) personnel.

note: this position is full time 8 hours per day and e basis 11 months. This position is also 100% in-person. Qualified candidates will report to physical worksites.

the ideal candidate for the braille transcriber position is someone who:

• has the ability to multitask and prioritize
• possesses a strong attention to detail
• is dependable and reliable
• is comfortable working in a team or independently
• is proficient in software programs such as duxbury, braille 2000, and ms office
• has prior experience using the internet for research and fact finding purposes

insurance: paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.

retirement: membership in the california public employee retirement system calpers.

vacation: full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.

paid holidays: up to 13 days.

this position operates a braille writer and a computer using braille transcription software, electronic braille embossers, scanners, and other related equipment to transcribe complex educational materials including literature, math, science and foreign language into braille including books, class agendas, worksheets, and tests, and is proficient in one or more specialized brailling methods.

• transcribes a wide variety of instructional materials into an appropriate media such as unified english braille or raised line drawings.
• operates a braille writer and a computer using braille transcription software, electronic braille embossers, scanners, and other related equipment to transcribe complex educational materials into appropriate formats including literature, math, science, and foreign language into braille including…