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Hybrid - Louisville, KY

The American Printing House for the Blind (APH) is seeking an Accessible Test Editor to lead the development of accessible, high-stakes assessments for test takers who are blind or have low vision. Reporting to the Accessible Tests and Textbooks Department Manager, this role serves as a key liaison between customers and APH, helping ensure test content is equitable, accessible, and delivered on schedule. You will edit and finalize hard copy and online test materials in alignment with customer specifications, BANA guidelines, and best practices.

• Assess, edit, and review high-stakes test content (online and hard copy), including writing formatting notes, text descriptions, scripts, and administrator guidance to ensure compliance with customer specifications, BANA guidelines, and accessibility best practices.
• Serve as a primary customer and internal resource by providing timely, accurate support; reviewing, accepting, rejecting, or modifying content; responding to inquiries; and partnering with stakeholders to deliver equitable, accessible assessment solutions for blind and low vision test takers.
• Advocate for accessibility and equity by collaborating with customers to obtain approvals for modifications, participating in bias reviews, and ensuring accommodations align with both accessibility standards and development timelines.
• Manage multiple projects and workflows by prioritizing caseloads, assigning projects to leads, tracking milestones in test databases, reviewing final materials, providing constructive feedback, and requesting corrections as needed.
• Support continuous improvement and organizational knowledge by contributing to editing standards, style guidance, internal processes, and researching emerging testing methods, accommodative tools, legislation, and test-related issues.
• Participate in operational and professional activities including meetings, conferences, trainings, reporting (e.g., grant time reports), and other duties as assigned to support quality, compliance, and on-time delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Verifiable project management experience required.
• Excellent writing, grammar, and proofreading skills.
• Strong computer literacy and willingness to learn new software, databases, and accessibility devices as needed.
• Strong documentation and archival practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; demonstrates initiative and curiosity.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Note: A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered when competency in the role is demonstrated.

• Master’s degree and/or experience in education, testing, or the blindness field.
• Strong knowledge of advanced mathematics and science.
• Knowledge of braille and BANA guidelines. If not currently certified, ability to obtain NLS Literary Braille Transcriber UEB Certification within the first year.

About APH
At the American Printing House for the Blind (APH), we believe access to the right tools and information at the right time can change lives.  Every day, we work to break down barriers and empower students, families, adults, and educators—creating a future that belongs to everyone.
From braille and large-type books to cutting-edge digital tools, our products and services reach people who are blind or low vision across the U.S. and beyond.  If you're passionate about quality, innovation, and impact—you belong here.

$24.25 – $30.00 an hour (based on experience and qualifications)

• Employer subsidized insurance (with family planning benefits)
• HSA and FSA options with company contribution
• 4 weeks PTO + 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• Company-provided short-term disability and basic life insurance
• Voluntary life and accidental death & disability insurance
• Health and well-being initiatives
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
• Voluntary pet insurance

Accessibility & Inclusion
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. APH is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates.

APH employees may apply for open positions after completing six (6) months of active service in their current position in a satisfactory manner and notifying your immediate supervisor.  Login to Paycom and click on “Job Opportunities.”

If you have any questions, contact Zach Korby at zkorby@aph.org.