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Accessibility Specialist

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ORGANIZATION: Believe in Me

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ACCESSIBILITY SPECIALIST

VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Overview

Believe in Me is on the lookout for a dedicated Volunteer Accessibility Specialist to join our dynamic team, working on the "1st Gen College Hub" project. This role is crucial in ensuring our web and mobile platform is accessible to all students, including those with disabilities. By integrating best practices in accessibility, you will help create an inclusive environment that empowers every first-generation college student to navigate college preparation with confidence and ease.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accessibility Auditing: Conduct thorough accessibility audits of the web and mobile platform to identify potential barriers for users with disabilities.
  • Implementation Guidance: Work closely with the Web Application Developer team to implement accessibility features, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and other relevant guidelines.
  • User Testing and Feedback: Coordinate with users with disabilities to conduct testing sessions, gathering feedback to continuously improve accessibility.
  • Training and Advocacy: Provide training and resources to the project team on accessibility best practices, fostering an inclusive development culture.
  • Tool and Resource Selection: Recommend and implement tools, libraries, and resources that enhance the platform's accessibility.
  • Accessibility Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation on accessibility implementations, guidelines, and user guides for both the development team and users.
Qualifications
  • Experience in Accessibility: Proven track record of working on accessibility in web or mobile applications, with a strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG, ARIA).
  • Technical Skills: Familiarity with front-end development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) used in making web applications accessible.
  • Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address accessibility barriers creatively.
  • Communication: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with developers, designers, and users, advocating for accessibility best practices.
  • Attention to Detail: High attention to detail, ensuring all aspects of the application are accessible to users with various disabilities.
  • Commitment to Inclusion: A passion for making education technology inclusive, aligning with the mission of supporting first-generation college students.
Why Volunteer With Us?
  • Make a tangible impact on the lives of first-generation college students, providing essential support and resources to help them succeed.
  • Collaborate with a team of equally passionate individuals about education, technology, and making a difference.
  • Enhance your portfolio and gain experience by leading a significant, impactful project.
  • Enjoy flexible volunteering hours, accommodating volunteers from various time zones in a fully remote position.
Location

This is a remote volunteering position with flexible hours to accommodate volunteers from various time zones.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume at https://believeinme.org/donate-your-expertise. Please include details of your experience related to the abovementioned qualifications and share your motivation for volunteering with 1st Gen College Hub.

Join us in our mission to empower first-generation college students by leveraging your expertise and passion for technology and education. Together, we can create a platform that supports students through their college journey and inspires them to believe in their potential.



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About Believe in Me

Location:

510 W Riverside Ave, Ste 201, SPOKANE, WA 99201, US

Mission Statement

Our vision is to help every kid develop the self-confidence they need to succeed. We're on a mission to fund children’s charities that provide disadvantaged kids with a safe place to call home, a family that loves them, a feeling of community, and opportunities to learn, build self-esteem, and have fun.

Description

Our Mission is Simple
We Believe in Kids.
We Believe in Our Community.
We support programs that are transforming the lives of our community’s most vulnerable youth.

Measurable Impact
We believe that success should be measured by the lives that have been changed. That’s a difficult thing to quantify, so we’ve put together a few statistics for you. With the support of our generous donors, we’ve supported over 725 kids, and that’s just the start!

  • 125,000 hours of around the clock care for boys experiencing trauma
    550 hours of tutoring services for foster kids who have fallen behind
    450 Title One students engaged in land conservation education activities
    26 previously homeless children placed in early childhood education programs

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
LGBTQ+
Children & Youth, Education & Literacy, LGBTQ+

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Website Programming
  • Web Design
  • Software Engineering
  • Web Design / UX
  • Graphic Design

GOOD FOR

  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Minimum 10 hours per month
  • Minimum 1 year commitment

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