# Captioner and Note taker

> Habitat Learn Inc · Oshawa, Canada · Contract · Posted 2023-11-24

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are currently looking for Note Takers and Captioners for a variety of academic disciplines. Candidates will be expected to attend in person classes at university/colleges in Oshawa and  surrounding regions. These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed!

We have a preference for candidates with a Math or Science background, however, those a part of other educational disciplines are welcome to apply. Schedules starting in September.

Responsibilities:

-   Type information on a laptop at a university lecture or in informal, smaller classes like tutorial and labs
-   Captioning- creating a transcription using Messenger Pigeon, verbatim of what the instructor said. 
-   Note taking- recording key information from a lecture. Organized to be used as a study aid, key points and major topics are utilized as major headings

## Requirements

We are looking for individuals who have

-   Completed post secondary education or about to graduate
-   Studied and excelled in a variety of subjects. E.g. Math, English, Sciences, Arts, Business, History, Humanities, Social sciences, Business, Natural Sciences, and more!
-   Typing speed of 60+ wpm
-   Comfortable in an academic environment
-   Sensitivity to the needs of people with disabilities. 
-   Use of own personal laptop
-   Strong writing and editing skills
-   Ability to analyze and process information quickly
-   Able to work independently- being on time, dependable and able to meet deadlines
-   Minimum of 2 professional references
-   Police Clearance Certificate

We require a minimum commitment of one academic semester.

Assignments vary depending on the student’s schedules. Assignments  typically take  place between 8am – 9pm Monday to Saturday.

## Benefits

-   Everyday learning opportunities

-   Flexible schedules
-   Work with new technology
-   Contribute to equitable access to education

## Apply

[Apply at Habitat Learn Inc](https://apply.workable.com/habitat-learn-inc/j/218D4AEF3E/apply)

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