Part-time Reader Position

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Part-time Reader

Kean University is seeking a part-time Reader that will work in-person with a faculty member. The Reader will read aloud to the faculty member various printed materials and/or information from a computer screen or other print sources that cannot be read by the adaptive computer equipment and software. The Reader will take dictation when the adaptive computer equipment and software cannot do so and will also organize and file written materials that are incidental to the reading and dictation duties.

This position is temporary and filled on a semester-to-semester basis, up to a maximum of 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday in-person at the Union campus. Generally, work will be assigned between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. The Reader's work schedule will vary each semester based on the faculty member's teaching schedule. It is preferred that candidates are available a minimum of 3 full work days per week, contingent upon the faculty member's schedule.

Occasional evening or weekend hours may also be required.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range for this position is $17.00 per hour. This is a part-time, temporary, hourly position and since this advertisement sources applications for positions across Kean's multiple campus locations, the maximum hourly rate may be determined by position, discipline and available budget. Part-time, hourly employees are eligible for sick leave, in accordance with New Jersey's Earned Sick Leave Law.

For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.

A Bachelor's degree is required, with some training or experience in a field of study related to psychology or a social science. Preference will be given to candidates that possess attention to detail, organizational skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, and have suitable scheduling flexibility.

The ability to read, write and speak English fluently; the ability to read aloud clearly and articulately; and competence in English grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Please include in your cover letter your hours of availability. Application materials can be addressed to:
Ms. Yrelys Tapanes, Director of Benefits.

Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

Kean University, New Jersey's first Urban Research University, creates a world‑class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer