Screen Reader Accessibility Specialist

SCREEN READER ACCESSIBILITY SPECIALIST, Open Learning, contributes key deliverables in support of the digital accessibility of the MIT Open Learning (OL) portfolio of online courses, program, projects, and products. The Accessibility Specialist is responsible for screen reader accessibility evaluations, delivery of reports citing barriers coupled with remediation recommendations based on industry standards, and demonstrations of implementations. Essential functions include auditing courses, websites, and digital offerings for accessibility based on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) with screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver); writing detailed issue reports; tracking progress on accessibility improvements; training staff in accessible techniques; and contributing to our individualized accommodation process for learners with disabilities.

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