[nabs-l] Reliable readers

[Bridgit Pollpeter]

Ashley,

Hiring a reader should be approached like any professional job.  You,
the interviewer, should be just as prepared as those you interview.  Be
specific about what you need, and yes, I would have samples for them to
read-- afterall, they are applying for a job that requires them to read.

Also, keep in mind that peoples schedules can change-- especially if
they have a family.  Your reader may not have anticipated any
complications with his family.  Children always throw a curveball into
the game!  *smile*

If indeed your current reader ends up not working out, you may need to
let them go to find a reader who fits your schedule-- they are under
your employ.  However, don't take things out on them since you never
know what is happening in a person's life.

Some universities do offer readers through their DSO, and most schools
have tutors-- you may want to look into this-- but most schools do not
necessarily hire readers who are great.  They use those who apply and
are available.  Just because a DSO has readers does not mean they will
be any better than ones you hire on your own terms, though their
schedule will probably work for you.

Bridgit