Rania Bakr
Brooklyn
Summary
Dedicated professional with six years of experience empowering individuals with disabilities through assistive technology, emphasizing the importance of fostering independence and confidence. Proven ability to provide tailored support in library settings through one-on-one instruction and small group sessions, ensuring technology is accessible and approachable for all users. Extensive administrative experience includes supporting a librarian and an outreach supervisor, effectively managing diverse tasks such as communication, report preparation, scheduling, and presentation development. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and reliability, consistently prepared to assist in achieving team goals and enhancing service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Accessibility Support Specialist
New York University
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Company Overview: School of Law, Office of Academic Services
- Helped ensure that law students with disabilities received the academic accommodations they needed to succeed, working closely with faculty, the Moses Center for Student Accessibility, Student Affairs, and Facilities.
- Acted as a central point of contact for faculty and staff, communicating by email, phone, and meetings to clarify and coordinate support for students’ accommodations.
- Maintained organized records using spreadsheets and NYU’s JIRA system to track accommodation requests and ensure timely follow-through.
- Supported students throughout the semester by making sure accommodations—like extended testing time or accessible class recordings—were implemented effectively using tools like Brightspace and Panopto.
- Took the lead during exam periods, coordinating across departments to make sure students’ needs were met—from proper exam settings to schedule adjustments.
- Worked behind the scenes to remove barriers, helping students feel supported while staying focused on their education.
- Contributed to a team effort that prioritized inclusion, academic equity, and responsiveness to individual student needs.
- School of Law, Office of Academic Services
Disability Accommodation Specialist (Part-Time)
The City University of New York
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: CUNY, Bronx, NY
- Provided academic support services to students with disabilities, including test accommodations, note-taking assistance, recording support, and reading services.
- Acted as a liaison between students, faculty, and campus departments to ensure accommodations were effectively implemented.
- Oversaw a team of tutors and coordinated available tutoring services based on individual student needs.
- Conducted one-on-one assessments to identify students’ academic and programmatic needs; developed tailored educational and remedial support plans.
- Supported students with career development planning and provided guidance on next steps.
- Monitored financial eligibility and connected students to appropriate state-funded support services.
- Helped coordinate accommodations related to students’ mental health needs in collaboration with counseling and support teams.
- Served as the assistive technology specialist, supporting students in the use of accessible tools and digital platforms.
- CUNY, Bronx, NY
Digital Literacy Outreach Services Associate (p/t)
Brooklyn Public Library
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted with facilitation of technology information to older adults (including those with visual/physical challenges) including basic computer skills, navigating email, smartphone usage, downloading books, accessing virtual library programs, Microsoft Office, etc.
- Responded to patron phone calls and provide guidance, information and assistance to library staff regarding technology assistance to older adults.
- Coordinated with community partners and library staff to schedule technology programs for older adults.
- Provided concrete referral to internal library services/resources.
- Collected and reported on program statistics.
- Followed trends in technology for older adults including assistive technology.
Bookshare Outreach Coordinator
Benetech Global Literacy
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Conducted market analysis/outreach to organizations and professionals in the field for organization that provides an online audio book library for people with disabilities (learning disabled and visually disabled).
- Provided assistive technology training for Bookshare users.
- Represented Bookshare at conferences, workshops and community boards.
- Promoted Bookshare by email, mailings, and phone interviews with disability service representatives in New York.
- Mailed/emailed NY public/private schools, created PowerPoint presentations, contacted patrons/other nonprofits, and reported on work summary to supervisor.
Intern (paid)
Andrew Heiskell Library
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Advocated for individuals with disabilities.
- Provided assistive technology training in software and applications for the blind and visually impaired.
- Coached patrons in braille study groups and tactile graphics workshops.
- Educated patrons about free accessible resources from Hadley, BARD and Bookshare programs.
- Served as Administrative Assistant to the Assistive Technology Coordinator.
- Provided customer support and data entry.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Journalism
Baruch College/CUNY, Weissman School of Arts and Sciences
New York, NYMaster of Science - Disability Studies
CUNY School of Professional Studies
New York, NY05-2026
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excel
- Word
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- Google Suite
- Calendar
- Drive
- Docs
- Sheets
- Slides
- NVDA
- Jaws for Windows
- Voiceover for Mac IOS
Timeline
Accessibility Support Specialist
New York University
08.2022 - 01.2025
Disability Accommodation Specialist (Part-Time)
The City University of New York
03.2022 - 08.2022
Digital Literacy Outreach Services Associate (p/t)
Brooklyn Public Library
05.2021 - 08.2022
Bookshare Outreach Coordinator
Benetech Global Literacy
07.2018 - 12.2019
Intern (paid)
Andrew Heiskell Library
02.2018 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Journalism
Baruch College/CUNY, Weissman School of Arts and Sciences
Master of Science - Disability Studies
CUNY School of Professional Studies
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