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These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed! Responsibilities: * Type information on a laptop at a formal business event * Note taking- recording key information from ...

These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed! Responsibilities: * Type information on a laptop at a formal business event * Note taking- recording key information from ...

These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed! Responsibilities: * Type information on a laptop at a formal business event * Note taking- recording key information from ...

These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed! Responsibilities: * Type information on a laptop at a formal business event * Note taking- recording key information from ...

These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed! Responsibilities: * Type information on a laptop at a formal business event * Note taking- recording key information from ...

These service providers help students overcome barriers in class to succeed! Responsibilities: * Type information on a laptop at a formal business event * Note taking- recording key information from ...

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How much do student note taker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for student note taker in the United States is $21.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Student Note Taker Do?

As a student note taker, your duties and responsibilities focus on taking class notes for students who are not able to do so themselves. Colleges and universities offer this service so that students with disabilities or who need special assistance with learning can still receive notes for each class or lecture that they attend. In this job, you may work to record class information for an individual student, or may you operate as a class scribe and write notes for all special needs students who take the course.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Student Note Taker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Note Taker, you need excellent listening skills, attention to detail, and the ability to organize information clearly, often supported by a high school diploma or college enrollment. Familiarity with word processing software and sometimes digital note-taking platforms is typically required. Reliability, punctuality, and strong communication skills help you stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for providing accurate, accessible notes that support students with disabilities or those needing academic assistance.

What are some common challenges faced by Student Note Takers and how can they be managed?

Student Note Takers often face challenges such as keeping up with fast-paced lectures, ensuring accuracy, and balancing their own coursework with note-taking responsibilities. To manage these, it’s helpful to develop strong listening and typing skills, use shorthand or note-taking software, and clarify any unclear points with the instructor or classmates after class. Staying organized and setting aside time to review and edit notes before submitting them can also make the process smoother and ensure high-quality results.

What are Student Note Takers?

Student Note Takers are individuals, often students themselves, who are responsible for attending classes and taking comprehensive notes that are then shared with other students, especially those with disabilities or who require academic accommodations. Their role is to ensure that all important information from lectures is accurately recorded and clearly organized. Note takers help make course content more accessible, supporting equal educational opportunities for all students. They may be paid or volunteer positions, depending on the institution.

What is the difference between Student Note Taker vs Transcriptionist?

AspectStudent Note TakerTranscriptionist
Required CredentialsUsually enrolled students, no formal certification neededTyping skills, sometimes certification or training in transcription software
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, campus settingsRemote or office-based, various industries
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, disability servicesMedia, legal, medical, corporate sectors

Student Note Takers primarily assist in educational settings by taking notes for classmates, often as part of campus programs. Transcriptionists convert audio or video recordings into written text, working across multiple industries. While both roles involve typing and listening skills, Student Note Takers focus on academic support within schools, whereas Transcriptionists serve broader professional sectors.

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Infographic showing various Student Note Taker job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,197 per year, or $21.7 per hour.
Student Note Taker (Oconee)- Institutional Student Worker

Student Note Taker (Oconee)- Institutional Student Worker

University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, GA • On-site

$13.50 - $15.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago


University Of North Georgia rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

424th of 532 rated colleges and universities


Job description

About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Student Note Taker (Oconee)- Institutional Student Worker, on the Oconee Campus. Students will take notes for a student with an approved accommodation of a peer note taker. Students should be enrolled in the same course as the student needing the note taker. If a note taker is needed for a course, the class will receive an email with a notification to apply.
Responsibilities
  • Student note takers should take notes and upload them consistently to the SAS online Note Taker system. Students must provide notes for the entire semester to receive payment at the end of the semester.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Organization skills
  • Typing skills
  • Ability to use online Note Taker system

Required Qualifications
  • Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.

Required Documents to Attach
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Conatact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
  • This is not a supervisory position.
  • This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
  • This position will not be required to drive.
  • This role is not considered a position of trust.
  • This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
  • This position will not travel
  • This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.