Student Scribe

Category:: Student
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Department:: Student Affairs - Student Support Services
Locations:: Lowell, MA
Posted:: Aug 1, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: PT No Benefits
Position ID:: 179480

About Middlesex Community College:


Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education for a diverse community from all ethnic backgrounds and identities, preparing individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.


The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a culture of inclusion in which our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our diverse student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.


As an Affirmative Action employer, MCC strongly encourages members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence to apply.



Job Description:


Title: Student Scribe


Unit: Student Employment


Department: Student Access and Support Services


Reports to: Director of Student Access and Support Services


Date: August 1, 2024


General Summary: Scribes provide necessary in-class support to fellow students eligible for a scribing accommodation. A scribe provides support only for direct classwork on class days that the student is in attendance. Homework assistance and tutoring are not the responsibility of the scribe.


Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Producing detailed and accurate transcription notes from lectures and providing those notes in a timely manner
  • Transcribing, verbatim, dictation by the student in completing in-class activities
  • Providing assistance in handling materials for in-class activities, where required
  • Performing only tasks as assigned in the scribe role and maintaining boundaries and professionalism at all times


Requirements:


Minimum Qualifications:


  • Currently enrolled student of Middlesex Community College
  • Completion of at least 12 credits with a minimum 2.5 GPA and current enrollment in college-level courses
  • Demonstrated proficiency with note taking
  • Legible handwriting
  • Proficiency in use of computer and mobile applications
  • Strong command of spoken and written English, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to attend, in full and for the entire semester, all classes for which scribing is contracted
  • Punctuality for classes and related scribing situations (labs, etc.)
  • Understanding of and adherence to all confidentiality standards of the college and the Student Access and Support Services department

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Good working knowledge of the course topic(s) being scribed


Additional Information:


Salary Range: $17.00 per hour in accordance with the College\'s Part-Time Wage Schedule


Location: Lowell and/or Bedford campus as needed


Hours: Up to 10 hours per week, schedule to be determined by scribe availability and courses assigned


Expected Start Date: September 3, 2024


Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled



Application Instructions:


All applicants must apply online by submitting:


  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Sample notes

Pre-Employment Requirements:


The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.


Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.


Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3549 or careers@middlesex.mass.edu.


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