• Job Description

  Req#: 14199

  The Print Copyholder for Pearson Braille Services serves as a member of the Proofreading Team by reading all print materials alongside the proofreader as they read all braille materials. This individual also maintains accurate documentation of all errors and approved corrections to ensure quality control measures are followed. This role will support ongoing research into the development of tactile materials used in assessments and will provide assistance as needed in support of Pearson programs and services.

  Office is located at 6550 W Sam Houston Parkway N, Ste 250, Houston, TX 77041.

  • 100% Onsite

  Starting salary is $21.50/hour with benefits.

  Schedule:

  40 hours a week, 7:00am to 3:30pm Central

  Major Responsibilities:

  1. Read print for comparison with braille as proofreaders perform braille review
  2. Review tactile graphics for content
  3. Document errors, questions, and recommendations according to the direction of the proofreader
  4. Collaborate with proofreaders to maintain accurate project logs and provide regular status updates to program leads
  5. Manage and complete multiple tasks accurately and on-schedule
  6. Assist with file preparation and production tasks, as needed
  7. Follows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes

  Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands

  • Frequent use of standard office equipment
  • Prolonged sitting
  • Frequent bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
  • Repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse)
  • Light manual labor required which includes the ability to pack, move, pick-up and relocate boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • May work prolonged and irregular hours
  • Work with frequent interruptions
  • Maintain emotional control under pressure

  Qualifications:

  • Associate degree or a minimum of 60 college credit hours
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in proofreading or a related field

  Required Training:

  • Participate in department technology and braille training/continuing education courses.
  • Successfully complete lessons 1-15 of the Unified English Braille Australian Training Manual (2016).
  • Read and become familiar with Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 15 and 16 of the Braille Formats: Principles of Print to Braille Transcriptions, 2016.
  • Read and become familiar with Units 1-7 and 10 of the Guidelines and Standards for Tactile Graphics, 2010.
  • Read and become familiar with and successfully pass Lessons 1 and 2 of An Introduction to Braille Mathematics.

  Special Knowledge and Skills:

  1. Keyboarding skills
  2. Intermediate proficiency in the use of software programs related to office operations, including but not limited to MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
  3. Self-starter with the ability to work independently with little to no supervision
  4. Excellent organizational, interpersonal/teamwork, and communication (written and verbal) skills
  5. Keen attention to detail in all aspects of the job
  6. Perform all tasks with a sense of urgency

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Verbal and written fluency in Spanish

• About the company

  At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to add life to a lifetime of learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough.

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