Access Technology Support/Greeter

Braille Institute's needs volunteers to help create a welcoming experience for blind and visually impaired students seeking assistive technology.

Why: Through educational training, programs, and services, Braille Institute helps tens of thousands of people each year regain and maintain their independence. Braille's educational, social, and recreational programs are provided in an environment of hope and encouragement, seeking to reinforce the confidence, self-esteem, and dignity of those who are visually impaired and enabling them to live, attend school, and work as they choose.

Who: Braille Institute is committed to eliminating blindness and severe sight loss as barriers to a fulfilling life.

What to Expect:

Prepare classroom for students

Upkeep equipment (e.g. clean, store, and assure proper functioning of devices)

Greet and assist students as needed

Perform other duties as assigned. Duties or tasks may change

What's Required:

Availability for 2-3 hours per week (or more) any day(s) during Monday through Friday (Wednesdays preferred) between 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Experience with problem-solving in how technology can support individual's needs

Ability to demonstrate Assistive Technology tools (e.g. screen readers, optical character recognition, and magnifiers

Experience in an in-person, virtual, and offsite teaching environment

Familiarity with Windows, Mac OS X, iOS, and Android platforms

Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.

This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, Braille Institute.

All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety

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