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Job Description

The Disability Resources for Students (DRS) Office seeks an hourly student employee (undergraduate or graduate) to provide direct accommodation services. This includes but is not limited to reading aloud and describing printed materials including graphs and diagrams, marking true/false answers, handwriting in-class essays, or using the computer as dictated by the student with a disability. DRS is seeking candidates that are resourceful, reliable, engaged, and professional. Scribes will be subject to a background check when hired.

 

Project Persistence

As part of our commitment to the student experience, Disability Resources for Students and the Division of Student Life will review each student employee’s academic progress via GPA reviews. The intent of these grade checks is to offer our student employees holistic support and connect students to resources and academic support services should the need arise. These reviews will begin after you complete your first quarter of employment. GPA reviews have no impact on your selection for the position or your standing as an employee once you begin employment.  

 

Supervision

This position will report to Carole Ockerman (cares91@uw.edu).

 

Job Hours and Pay for Hourly Student Employee

The Scribe will work the following class period: September 30, 2026 - December 18, 2026. You cannot be the Scribe if you are enrolled in the class or another section of the class.

 

The Scribe will work the following class: 

●       PSYCH 315

Course Description: Statistics for psychological research. Elementary probability theory, hypothesis testing, and estimation.  

○      M/T/W/TH at 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM - Location: SMI 205

○      F at 12:30 PM - 1:20 PM - Location: GTH 057 

  • Quizzes on Friday will occur weekly (+ up to 1 hour)
  • Schedule will vary depending on when student has exams (+ 1 hour) if applicable

Pay will be at a rate of $ 21.30 per hour.

 

Responsibilities

•    Arrive early before pre-scheduled time.

•    Assist student with reading and accessing research materials

•    Write only what the student tells you to write.

•    Read only materials the student tells you to read.

•    Respect the student’s pace of work and needs.

•    Read sections back as necessary.

•    Scribe during Exams when needed

•    Refrain from offering help, tutoring or clarification of research materials

•    Ask student with disability for clarification if unsure what should be written.

•    Ask student to spell unusual words or names.

•    Create tactile graphics for visual displays in lecture. (Training provided if needed)

•    Seek clarification from the Supervisor if unsure what to do at any point.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• minimum 2.0 grade in PSYCH 209; minimum 2.0 grade in either MATH 111, MATH 112, MATH 120, MATH 124, or MATH 144 (listed on transcript).

• Communication skills; oral and written.

• Competency in working with a diverse population.

• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

• Meticulous attention to detail; proven dedication to accuracy in each task performed.

• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment.

 

Desirable

• PSYCH 315 listed on transcript

• Experience working with students and/ or adults with disabilities.

• Experience in and familiarity with higher education.

• Fluency in American Sign Language.

• Pattern of excellent attendance and punctuality in prior positions.  

Box 352808 Mary Gates Hall Seattle, WA 98195-2808 206.543.8924 voice 206.616.8379 fax uwdrs@uw.edu

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

The University of Washington prohibits sex discrimination and sex-based harassment in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns, make complaints, or direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: https://www.washington.edu/civilrights/policies-and-guidance/statement-of-nondiscrimination/

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.543.6452/TTY, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or dso@uw.edu.