Braillist and Materials Specialist Position Available In Hampshire, Massachusetts

Braillist and Materials Specialist 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars Huntington, MA 01050

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August 2025 Position OverviewGateway Regional School Districts Vision Impairment Program (VIP) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Braillist and Materials Specialist to join our student support services team. This full-time (35 hours/week) position plays a critical role in ensuring that students with visual impairments have equitable access to instructional materials across all grade levels in the 3 district schools. The Braillist and Materials Specialist will transcribe, produce, and adapt educational materials into braille, tactile graphics, large print, and accessible digital formats, working closely with the districts Teacher(s) of the Visually Impaired (TVIs), classroom teachers, and service providers.

Key ResponsibilitiesThe role of the Braillist and Materials Specialist is to assist the district Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) in the preparation and provision of Braille, large print, digital and adapted materials. for curriculum access for students who are blind or visually impaired throughout the four schools in the district, grades preschool through high school. You may also need to occasionally assist with instructional duties for students with visual impairments in grades 7-12. Transcribe educational materials into braille, large print, and other accessible formats using braille translation software and embossing equipment.

Create tactile graphics and other adapted materials aligned to curriculum needs.

Manage and maintain a library of braille, large print, and adapted instructional materials.

Organize and track braille textbooks and assistive technology devices, including materials received and sent via Accessible Instructional Materials library, NLS, and Perkins Braille and Talking Book Library.

Collaborate with VI program staff, classroom teachers, and administrators to anticipate and meet student material needs proactively.

Support the setup and maintenance of braille-related equipment and assistive technology.

Maintain compliance with district and state guidelines for accessible materials and follow recommendations set forth in student educational plans.

Attend team meetings as needed and participate in professional development.

Other related duties, as directed by the TVI, program coordinator, or administrators.

QualificationsRequired:

Associates degree, or equivalent work/educational experience.

Strong computer skills, particularly in the use of Windows-based systems.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Proficiency in literary braille/Unified English Braille Technical code, or willing to learn.

Comfortable working independently, as well as in small groups within a team environment, and with children of all ages and ability levels.

Respect for and belief in the abilities of people who have special needs to learn, grow, and be successful.

Preferred:

Experience using braille translation software (e.g., Duxbury, Braille Blaster), Perkins braillers, tactile graphic tools, and braille embossers.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Experience using Google Suite for EducationAbility to work independently, as well as part of an educational team.

Experience working in an educational setting or with students with disabilities.

Salary and BenefitsThis is a full-time, 182 day school-year position with a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position follows the Gateway Regional School District calendar.