Note taker
- Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Job type
- Contract
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We are currently looking for Note Takers for a variety of academic disciplines. Candidates will be expected to attend in person classes at university/colleges in the Hamilton and surrounding regions (McMaster University). These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed!
Responsibilities:
- Type information on a laptop at a university lecture or in informal, smaller classes like tutorial and labs
- Note taking- recording key information from a lecture. Organized to be used as a study aid, key points and major topics are utilized as major headings
We are looking for individuals who have
- Completed post secondary education or about to graduate
- Studied and excelled in a variety of subjects. E.g. Math, English, Sciences, Arts, Business, History, Humanities, Social sciences, Business, Natural Sciences, and more!
- Typing speed of 60+ wpm
- Comfortable in an academic environment
- Sensitivity to the needs of people with disabilities.
- Use of own personal laptop
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Ability to analyze and process information quickly
- Able to work independently- being on time, dependable and able to meet deadlines
- Minimum of 2 professional references
- Police Clearance Certificate
We require a minimum commitment of one academic semester.
Assignments vary depending on the student’s schedules. Assignments typically take place between 8am – 9pm Monday to Saturday.
- Everyday learning opportunities
- Flexible schedules
- Work with new technology
- Contribute to equitable access to education
More about this job
Responsibilities
The note taker is responsible for attending university lectures to record key information and major topics. This information is then organized into study aids to help students overcome academic barriers.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed or be near completion of post-secondary education and possess a typing speed of at least 60 wpm. Additional requirements include strong writing skills, a personal laptop, and a Police Clearance Certificate.
Skills
- Note taking
- Typing
- Editing
- Information processing
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Academic writing
- Communication
Benefits
- Flexible schedules
- Everyday learning opportunities
- Work with new technology
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
- Social Services
- Administrative
Keywords
- Note taking
- Academic support
- Typing
- Lecture recording
- Study aid
- Post-secondary education
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Equitable access
- Education
- University
- College