Accessibility Specialist

🇺🇸 Charlotte, NC 🕑 Temporary 💰 $25 per Hour 💻 Other 🗓️ August 6th, 2026

Canvas JAWS LMS

Edtech.com's Summary

UNC Charlotte is hiring an Accessibility Specialist. The role involves ensuring digital content meets accessibility standards by reformatting materials, generating and editing captions, conducting accessibility audits, and maintaining documentation. The specialist supports instructional design by applying technical guidelines and assistive technologies to enhance educational content's accessibility.

Highlights

Reformat presentations, documents, and PDFs to comply with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1, Section 508).
Create and edit closed captions, audio descriptions, and transcripts for instructional videos using tools like Canvas Studio and Adobe Premiere.
Convert mathematical equations into accessible formats using LaTeX syntax within Canvas LMS.
Conduct accessibility audits of course content and maintain detailed remediation records.
Collaborate with the instructional design team and communicate progress on accessibility remediation.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Education or related field; Master's or graduate coursework preferred.
Experience with Learning Management Systems, assistive technologies (screen readers, magnifiers), and web accessibility evaluators preferred.
Temporary full-time position ending June 30, 2027, with a pay rate of $25/hour.
Eligible for limited telework after training period, subject to management discretion.
Temporary staff are not eligible for benefits except Worker's Compensation; health insurance enrollment options available under specific conditions.