Communications Assistant

About the Ford School Accessibility Committee

The Ford School Accessibility Committee brings together domain experts to identify the school's communication, classroom, and business systems; evaluate their accessibility; remediate issues in existing systems where feasible; develop plans to address inaccessible systems and resources; and facilitate ongoing school-wide communication and training to promote accessibility across all areas of work.

Position Overview

The Accessibility Committee is hiring a motivated student coordinator to play a key role in organizing and advancing our initiatives. This position offers hands-on experience in a collaborative environment focused on digital accessibility, with a critical deadline of April 2026 for addressing digital accessibility issues and creating a school-wide plan.

Under direct supervision, the student coordinator will provide essential administrative and coordination support. You'll become familiar with the project's scope, objectives, and team roles, enabling you to streamline activities effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented student to contribute to meaningful change while building professional skills in project management and accessibility.

Key Responsibilities

* Schedule and coordinate meetings, organize materials, and prepare agendas for committee activities.
* Facilitate communication with committee members and school staff on project status and updates.
* Oversee small projects or specific phases of larger initiatives as needed.
* Compile and analyze basic data for reports, newsletters, or presentations—including creating charts, graphs, or tables.
* Manage routine correspondence and inquiries, following established procedures and exercising independent judgment and basic reasoning skills.
Educational ValueWhat You'll Gain

* Valuable insights into school-wide accessibility initiatives and strategic planning.
* Central involvement in all phases of a large-scale, multi-stakeholder project.
* Practical project management experience to enhance your resume.
* Opportunities to strengthen skills in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and collaborative tools.
* A supportive environment focused on professional growth and inclusive practices.

This part-time position (approximately 10-15 hours per week) is ideal for students passionate about equity and operational efficiency. To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in accessibility.