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Immediate Position Available With De Witt & Associates
Based in Northern New Jersey, De Witt & Associates is seeking a highly
skilled individual possessing a vast array of assistive technology
knowledge together with a proven ability to effectively train both
end-users and assistive technology specialists.
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the following products is
essential: JAWS, Window-Eyes, ZoomText, Magic, Kurzweil 1000, Open Book,
Duxbury Braille Translator, Braille Note, Voice Note, all Freedom
Scientific Braille NoteTakers from Braille 'n Speak to PacMate, refreshable
Braille displays from PulseData/HumanWare, Alva Access & FS.
The successful candidate also must be a skilled user of Microsoft Office
including Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook/Outlook Express and
PowerPoint.
Knowledge of scripting, Super Nova, a variety of video magnifiers, Kurzweil
3000, Co-Writer, Dragon Naturally Speaking Professional and Jawbone are a
definite asset. Of course, it goes without saying that the ability to
provide PC/peripherals trouble shooting and support is among the skills any
of our associates must possess.
As much as the successful candidate must demonstrate technical skills, the
love and ability to teach is equally vital. A talent for writing is a
clear asset. Knowledge of Braille rudiments important.
De Witt & Associates' staff is multi-talented. We encourage and achieve a
collegial work environment; just ask any one of our cohorts. Many have
been part of the company for six years or more.
De Witt & Associates' compensation package is very competitive with
excellent benefits and an outstanding vacation/family leave policy. We
provide both internal and external professional development opportunities
on a regular basis.
If you think you might be able to meet our high standards, we'd like to
hear from you. Submit your resume, with your name as part of the file
name, in an MS Word, Corel WordPerfect or Lotus WordPro attachment to an
Email cover letter that outlines why working with De Witt & Associates
might be of mutual benefit.
If an initial phone conversation and additional e-mail warrants it, we will
bring you to New Jersey for a personal interview. Depending upon
circumstances, we might be able to provide some financial assistance in
moving yourself and family to New Jersey.
Being blind or visually impaired is not a problem since we provide a driver
on most occasions; in fact, it could be an asset. The ability to speak
Spanish would be useful. Nevertheless, we are an equal opportunity employer.
De Witt & Associates is a nationally known consulting firm that helps marry
the use of assistive technology with individuals with disabilities. Our
greatest expertise is in blindness and visual impairment. However, we also
work with individuals who have a variety of learning differences and
neurological or orthopedic limitations.
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The company was founded in 1989 by John De Witt whose assistive technology
background began in 1977. We have 20 associates on staff, who provide a
high level of assessments, individual user training, "training the trainer"
training, technical integration and support to over 1,000 individuals annually.
De Witt & Associates produces a variety of training materials for use by
various governmental or not for profit organizations to be used by their
assistive technology specialists. "Courseware for Assistive Technology
Trainers: Consistent Training Right Out of the Box," is currently in use in
ten states, from California to Rhode Island, Alaska to Louisiana and in
eight Southeastern Asian nations. We market PC Talking Typing Tutor
worldwide, a self voicing, enhance image interactive program for blind, low
vision or LD individuals to independently learn keyboarding skills. We are
currently developing a simulated business office training component for one
of our major clients.
De Witt & Associates' headquarters are in Midland Park in northeastern New
Jersey, less than one hour from New York City by public
transportation. However, the successful candidate may want to locate in
central Jersey such as Essex, Morris or Union counties. Although based at
one of our offices, periodic travel within New Jersey is
required. Occasional three to four day training assignments out of state
also may occur.
Send an electronic resume directly to:
John De Witt, President & CEO
De Witt & Associates, Inc.
700 Godwin Avenue, Suite 110
Midland Park, NJ 07432
877/447-6500 (voice)
201/447-1187 (fax)
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