<p>We are looking for a dedicated Accommodation Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Newark, New Jersey. In this role, you will support administrators by coordinating accommodations for students, ensuring accessibility and compliance with approved needs. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and external vendors.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and distribute letters outlining approved accommodations for students.</p><p>• Facilitate the process of securing note-takers, including reviewing requests, communicating with faculty, training students in assistive technologies, and ensuring secure transmission of notes.</p><p>• Organize exam arrangements by entering detailed data into the database, coordinating schedules with students and professors, and administering exams in compliance with accommodations.</p><p>• Provide accessible course materials by collaborating with publishers and vendors or converting materials into suitable formats.</p><p>• Train students on the use of assistive technologies approved for their accommodations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of interactions and processes in the organizational database.</p><p>• Respond to inquiries via email and phone, providing clear guidance and assistance.</p><p>• Work collaboratively with third-party vendors to ensure accommodation needs are met.</p><p>• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned to support the team.</p><p><br></p><p>Hours are: </p><ul><li>Tuesdays: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM</li><li>Thursdays: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM</li><li>Fridays: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM</li></ul>

• Proven experience in administrative assistance, preferably in an educational setting.<br>• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective engagement with students, faculty, and vendors.<br>• Proficiency in data entry and database management with a focus on accuracy.<br>• Familiarity with assistive technologies and their applications in education.<br>• Ability to coordinate schedules and appointments with attention to detail.<br>• Experience in handling email correspondence and answering inquiries professionally.<br>• Capability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.<br>• Knowledge of accessibility standards and practices is a plus.

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