DeafDigest Gold – July 27, 2014
Gold Edition Barry Strassler, Editor
http://deafdigest.com – updated every Monday
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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/parties-boring-for-deaf/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/cash-register-insults-deaf/
This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/montesano-deaf-city-council/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-swindon-history/
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“Signal Caller” at Harris Communications
Professional quarterback Lane Patterson has a life-altering moment when he experiences sudden deafness. At the urging of a friend, he reluctantly agrees to learn American Sign Language.
An eccentric teacher enters Lane’s life and thus begins his journey to learning sign language-and a new way of life.
“Signal Caller” is an intriguing story where the skills of sign language and signal-calling come together under unique circumstances.
Order “Signal Caller” (B1261) at Harris Communications for $10.75.
To find out more, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_ddg072714
Contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com
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Top stories about the deaf:
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, Yakima, WA,
was ordered by a federal judge to give accommodations
to a deaf chiropractic student. The university said they
will accommodate him.
The original 44-acre campus of American School for the Deaf
will be split into three parts per approval from the city
council. One part is for the school itself; the second
part is for a hearing school and the third part is to
be sold. A big concern is automobile traffic these parcels may generate.
The saga of the old campus of Virginia School for the
Deaf & Blind at Hampton continues. After years of
political squabbling, the school was closed for good
in 2008. Yet, the campus buildings have not yet
been converted for other purposes. Something to do
with ownership issues, deed issues and political issues.
New slate of top officers of the Pennsylvania Society for
Advancement of the Deaf are Jeffrey Yockey, president;
Kathie Gray-Plotkin, first vice president; Sharon Antal;
second vice president; and Mark Marcellino, Treasurer.
The deaf of Oregon are upset over the way the state
Department of Human Services is handling the interpreting
contract with a private company without asking for input.
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special video
this video follows up a recent posting about deaf filmmaker
original posting at:
http://deafdigest.com/mid-week-news/20140716/
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-swindon-history/
if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another
computer, click on bottom video
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hazards of wearing a CI
do visit:
http://deafdigest.com/deaf-ci-hazards/
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special video
this video follows up a recent posting about no interpreter during council meetings
original posting at:
http://deafdigest.com/mid-week-news/20140715/
- for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/montesano-deaf-city-council/
if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another
computer, click on bottom video
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all recreational volleyball players welcome, both men and women
Deaf Co-ed Open Volleyball Tournament
September 6, 2014
Frederick, MD
more information at:
http://deafdigest.com/2014-deaf-recreational-volleyball-tournament/
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LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO
(video with captions; may not work with iPads)
telling the hearing person to stay away
http://deafdigest.com/videos/deafnothelpless/
Do enjoy viewing that video! Sorry, this video may
not work with iPad.
OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING
Houston Association of the Deaf
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http://deafdigest.com/houston-association-of-the-deaf/
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Deaf Book
My Yesterdays by Mervin D. Garretson
a self-published autobiography published by the author
not too long before his death
book cover link is at:
http://deafdigest.com/deaf-book-my-yesterdays/
DeafDigest editor has many deafness-related books in his private library.
The posting is at no charge
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Deaf people can do anything
we have a deaf person who was a
- miner
this website is growing every weekend:
http://deafdigest.com/deaf-in-unusual-jobs/
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Deaf Question of the Week:
Q. Why do many hearing people think lipreading
is perfect for the deaf?
A. The media says lipreading is easy and so, many
hearing people believe it!
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Rene Pellerin’s corner:
PowerPoint Presentations
Doing presentations accessible viewing will be needed.
Here are samples:
- Use dark background with light color fonts. The font should be large and bold! This will help reduce the glare for people who have Usher Syndrome and many others vision related issues.
- Also have your PowerPoint available via electronic format for people to read on their own devices, such as (iPad, laptop, etc). This can also allow reading via Braille!
Hey, the PowerPoint will still look lovely!
(And access should win the beauty competition anyway!)
Rene’s show business is now entering its 3rd year and it
focuses on the Deaf-Blind.
You can email him at mailto:info@renetheunstoppable.com
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Deaf Wish List of the Week:
that NTID will have its own college-level athletic program,
separate from and independent of RIT. NCAA would not allow
it, though.
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DeafHistory:
Year 1958 – the Deafness Research Foundation was founded;
purpose was to research why we became deaf
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DeafNumbers of the Week:
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number of deaf professors at NTID before the late Bob Panara
was appointed
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Deaf Collegiate Athletes:
Sydney Andrews is an upcoming junior with the women’s
soccer team at Missouri Western University
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Elite Deaf Athletes:
Paul Rabil, Boston Cannons, pro lacrosse; continues
as one of his team’s leading scorers; he was on the
USA team at the World Lacrosse Championships, leading
his team to a silver medal
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DeafSports Library:
A 1927 filmed football game between Gallaudet and
University of Delaware
http://deafdigest.com/1927-gallaudet-versus-delaware-football/
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DeafDigest Sports:
http://deafdigestsports.com/
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if you know of mainstreamed athletes, please
e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com
click on mainstream on the right side of
http://deafdigestsports.com for the list of
mainstreamed athletes
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- EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! -
* EDD Placement Coordinator – Norwalk, CA
* Staff Interpreter – Los Angeles, CA
* Staff Interpreter (2 positions available)- Riverside, CA (CODIE)
* Administrative Assistant – Los Angeles, CA
To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go
to our website:
http://www.gladinc.org
If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume
and application to:
Jeff Fetterman
Human Resources Manager
Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
2222 Laverna Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90041
V/TDD: (323) 550-4207
Fax #: (323) 550-4204
E-mail: mailto:gladhr@gladinc.org
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position opening
MSSE Instructional/Support Faculty
Rochester Institute of Technology
College/Division
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Rochester, NY
Organization
NTID Master Science & Secondary Ed
Faculty Type (Tenure Status)
Tenure-Track
Faculty Discipline
Secondary Education
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor
Employment Category
Fulltime
Anticipated Start Date
13-Aug-2014
Department/College Description
THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT:
THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY: RIT is a national leader in
professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and
creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states
and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in
1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed,
coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career
education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000
undergraduates and 2,900 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest
private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree
programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home
to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been
honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the ?Great
Colleges to Work For? for four years. RIT is a National Science
Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is
responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in
the Upstate NY HERC.
Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region,
is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest
metropolitan area in New York State. The Greater Rochester region,
which is home to over one million people, is rich in cultural and
ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16%
African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin.
It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S.
Rochester ranks 3rd among the best metropolitan regions for “raising
a family” by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as
?Best Places to Live in America? by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in
Expansion Management Magazine’s ranking of metropolitan areas having
the best ?quality of life in the nation?; and is among Essence
Magazine’s “Top 10 Cities for Black Families”?
Detailed Job Description
The Master of Science in Secondary Education of Students Who Are Deaf
or Hard of Hearing (MSSE) Program prepares teachers to work in public
high schools and schools for the deaf. Program graduates receive
certification in a subject area (grades 7-12) and in the education of
deaf and hard of hearing students (K-12). We are seeking an
individual with expertise in English Education and Deaf Education.
The responsibilities of this faculty position include:
- Design, develop, implement and assess student teaching.
- Teach courses from the pedagogy sequence and/or other courses
within one’s expertise.
- Conduct research in areas related to the department such as:
pedagogy, language/communication development, foundations of
education, history/legal aspects of education, cognition, or
instruction of a secondary content area.
- Provide academic and job placement advising.
- Assist the chair in writing grants.
- Assist the chair in marketing the program and in reviewing
applications for admission.
- Participate in department, college and university committees and
activities.
- Participate in professional organizations and professional
development activities regarding teacher education and supervision.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Earned doctorate degree (or ABD*) in education of the deaf, English
or a relevant field, for example, English literacy, reading,
linguistics, English Education.
- Professional certification from the Council on Education of the
Deaf (CED) and New York State professional or permanent certification
in teaching deaf and hearing students (or equivalent from other
states), grades 7-12.
- Minimum of three years teaching deaf and/or hard-of-hearing
students at the middle-school or secondary levels.
- Record of scholarly productivity: for example, recent relevant
publications, presentations, editorship, professional service and
contributions in relevant area of expertise.
- Demonstrated proficiency in sign language and knowledge of deaf
culture.
- Two years experience as a cooperating teacher or university
supervisor.
- Additional expertise and interest in one or more of the following
areas: language development of deaf people, educational change,
curriculum studies, history and philosophy of education, cognition,
theories of teaching and learning, and history/legal aspects of the
education of deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
- We are seeking individuals who are committed to contributing to
RIT’s core values, honor code, and statement of diversity.
*This tenure-track position requires that the candidate possess a
doctoral degree in a relevant field. If the successful candidate is
ABD, he or she will begin his or her employment with lecturer
status. The position will be converted to tenure track at the start
of the contract year after the candidate has completed the degree.
At that time, the probationary period for tenure review as specified
in the letter of hire will begin.
Required Minimum Education Level EdD
PhD
Required Application Documents
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
How To Apply
Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/497409
Keyword Search: 1179BR.
Please submit: your curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the
listed qualifications and the following attachments:
- A brief teaching philosophy
- The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a
suitable candidate is found.
Additional Details
RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity,
pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal
opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender,
religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring,
admissions, educational programs and activities.
RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with
disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you
need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and
hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at
585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu. Determinations
on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a
case-by-case basis.
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position opening
Residence Director
Lexington School for the Deaf
Jackson Heights, NY
Nature of Work: Supervise the Five-Day Residence program, which offers academic tutoring and independent skills training in a residence setting.
Percentage: 100% for 10 months from September through June
Responsibilities: – Plan and supervise all aspects of the residence academic, social and recreational program. – Assure compliance with State Education Dept. regulations
- Manage budget allocated to the residence – Comply with policies and procedures of Lexington School
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures for staff and students within the residence
- Develop and maintain contact with students. families
- Develop and maintain contact with educational staff
Qualifications: – MSW or MA in counseling preferred; MA in teaching field or BA with experience in the position considered
- Fluency in sign language
- Experience in working with adolescents
- Residency experience
Available: September 2014
To Apply, Send resume as a word attachment to: mailto:jobopportunities@lexnyc.org or fax to 718-350-3332.
Please put (Residence Director) on the subject line.
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Job Announcements
Rehabilitation Counselor (2 positions) Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
positions in August County (Fishersville)
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program
- Rehabilitation Counselor
We are currently seeking applications for two (2) positions.
Both positions are located in August County (Fishersville), which is
part of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley.
Rehabilitation Counselor / Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee – RCD Virginia Division of Rehabilitative Services
Position Number: 00389 Location: Augusta (Fishersville DRS Office)
Job Close Date: Open Until Filled
- Interpreter for the Deaf
Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
Position Number: W0287
Location: Fishersville
Job Close Date: Open Until Filled
For detailed information, review the positions at our Interactive Job
Listing website: http://www.vadsa.org/jobs/
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job description
Therapists
RHA Behavioral Health Services
offices in several North Carolina cities
RHA Behavioral Health Services Wilmington, Lumberton, Greensboro, & Charlotte Locations
JOB DESCRIPTION
Applicant MUST know American Sign Language.
By employing deaf professionals, RHA ensures that the unique needs of the deaf community and deaf culture are respected and integrated into all services, including mental health and employment services.
Our services are designed to offer support to deaf individuals as they seek to establish stable living arrangements, learn new skills and information, find helpful resources, and gain meaningful employment. We believe that people should be as independent as possible in their lives, while receiving the support they need to be successful in reaching their goals.
Our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Therapists provides comprehensive clinical assessments and evaluations, as well as medically necessary outpatient therapy services to deaf and hard of hearing adults and children with mental health, developmental disabilities and/or substance abuse challenges so they may attain personal outcomes and lead full, meaningful lives that they envision.
Our DHH Therapists rely on experience, knowledge and education with limited direction to provide quality services to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations.
Quality Management/Clinical
- Facilitates clinical intakes and assessments for adults and children with a wide variety of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse challenges – Provides comprehensive clinical assessments to determine services needed and medically necessary – Effectively evaluates and treats clients – Formulates comprehensive person-centered treatment plans that are individualized to the individual/family’s specific treatment needs and are based on clinical experience and knowledge. – Utilizes various, best practice therapy modalities of treatment – Provides individual and group therapy services to promote optimum mental health and overall wellbeing – Establishes and maintains the confidence and cooperation of individuals and families on service, other staff members, and community stakeholders in carrying out the goals and objectives of the treatment plan – Maintains and exhibits self-awareness and professional boundaries – Establishes a non-threatening therapeutic treatment environment – Prepares/obtains correspondence reports as necessary to implement effective assessments, treatment plans and therapy services – Performs clinical role consistent with RHA policy and procedures, State and Federal rules and statutes – Serves as a member of the QA Audit Team to review various charts for accuracy
Advocacy and Mentoring/Coaching
- Encourages individuals and families receiving services to explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and to develop insights into themselves, their relationships, and how to achieve their desired outcomes
Operations
- Submits and obtains authorizations from Value Options and Local Management Entities – Ensures that services rendered to persons served are billable via management of cases and/or providing direct services – Ensures treatment service records are in compliance with and corrected in accordance to agency, state, local, federal, and accreditation standards. – Ensures that documentation of service planning, authorization, billing and provision is completed in a manner consistent with RHA policy and procedure and state rules, definitions, or laws – Ensures adherence to confidentiality of records and documentation consistent with HIPPA guidelines . Ensures that incident reports are completed and submitted to appropriate state/local agencies and consistent with RHA policy and procedure.
Team Work
- Participates in treatment team meetings – Provides on-call/first responder services as scheduled at local office. Provides crisis intervention and response for individuals assigned to caseload or as additional on-call role. – Refers individuals inquiring about services or receiving services to appropriate community agencies and resources – Communicates ideas on improving services to Team Leader and/ or Director – Provides clinical, technical assistance to team in case conceptualization, development, and/or implementation of PCP – Attends clinical team meetings – Coordinates clinical team meetings as requested or directed by the Director or Team Leader to enhance clinical knowledge and ensure quality provision of integrated services – Provides training other teams on clinical and diagnostic material at the request of the Director or Vice President of Operations
Communication
- Maintains consistent communication with Team Leader, Therapist, and State Director (as appropriate) regarding documentation, authorizations, consumer progress toward goals, and consumer satisfaction. – Maintains regular contact with the persons served, their treatment teams, guardian and significant others in the person’s life – Business Performance – Provides clinical services and supports in attainment of budgetary goals – Collaborates with management to promote the growth of the company by making sound clinical decisions regarding revenue and expenditures as related to current and new services.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience/Certifications/Licenses
- The minimum requirement for this position is either:
* A Doctorate Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Nursing, Sociology, or related field with at least two years of mental health, developmental disabilities, and/or substance abuse clinical services experience; or
* Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Nursing, Sociology, or related field with at least two years of mental health, developmental disabilities, and/or substance abuse clinical services experience; or
- Licensure or provisional licensure in one or more of the following categories: Psychologist (PhD-level), Licensed Psychological Associated (LPA), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Nurse Practitioners approved to practice and certified by the American Nurses Credential Center as an advanced practice nurse practitioner in psychiatric nursing.
- Must have knowledge and experience with the age and population served
- Fluent in sign language
- Valid driver’s license including personal vehicle coverage.
Qualifications/Skills
- To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- as may be required or amended by company policy. Develop organizational and communication skills that foster TEAMWORK.
- Fluency in American Sign Language and a thorough knowledge of deaf culture
- Knowledge of social, cultural, economic and special needs of deaf, deaf-blind, late deafened, and hard of hearing persons and their relation to vocational and social adjustment.
- Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the role and responsibilities of interpreters.
- Ability to work cooperatively with local officials, social service agencies and the general public and to make effective use of community resources.
- Ability to write in English and present effectively.
- Knowledge and skill in computer operation, video communication equipment.
- Ability to travel in assigned geographical areas across the state to monitor services sites.
Benefits
RHA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to eligible full-time employees that are aimed at supporting your health and wellness, financial planning, work life balance, and protection from the unexpected.
We understand your desire to continue to grow in the role; we are known for providing high quality services, excellent staff training and opportunities for advancement into supervisory and other roles within the organization.
The comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:
- Healthcare insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and prescription insurance – 403(b) retirement program – Paid Time Off . up to 26 days of PTO for full time employees! – Life and AD&D Insurance – Extensive wellness reimbursement benefit – Discounted premiums for participation in wellness initiative – Free CPR, first aid and job specific training opportunities – Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people that you serve! – Many more benefit choices!
JOB SNAPSHOT
Employment Type Full-Time Job Type Health Care, Nonprofit – Social Services Education Graduate Degree Experience 2 to greater than 15 years Manages Others Not Specified Relocation No Industry Social Services, Healthcare – Health Services, Not for Profit – Charitable Required Travel Not Specified
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open positions
The Learning Center for Deaf
Framingham, MA
Secondary Science Teacher (Licensed)
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-elementary-secondary/
Classroom Teacher (Licensed)
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-elementary-secondary/
Walden School Residential Child Care Worker
http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-residential-child-care-worker/
Wraparound Therapeutic Mentor
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/
Walden School Teacher (Anticipated Opening)
http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-teacher-job/
Classroom Assistant (Anticipated Opening)
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/
Elementary Classroom Assistant
http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/
If you are interested in applying please submit a
cover letter, resume, application (found on website -
http://www.tlcdeaf.org as well as three professional
references to mailto:hr@tlcdeaf.org. The application
packet must be complete in order to be considered
for the position.
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announcement of position openings for School Year 2014-2015
Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center
(on campus of Gallaudet University)
Washington, DC
- Athletics and Recreation Program Coordinator
- Assistant Principal, KDES
- Evaluation Association
Application Information:
Send a completed Gallaudet University Application Form & up-to-date resume and email electronically to:
personnel.office@gallaudet.edu
Gallaudet University
800 Florida Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-651-5352-Voice, 202-250-2284 Videophone
Fax: 202-651-5344
Job employment application can be found at: http://www.gallaudet.edu/hrs/employment_opportunities/apply_now.html
by clicking on Job application
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employment opening
Math Teacher
Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf
Mill Neck, NY
Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf seeks a qualified New York State
certified High School Math Teacher. The successful candidate must
possess:
MA in Deaf Education or related area, NYS Certification in Math for grades
7-12. Previous experience with teaching Math to deaf students.
Excellent communication skills.
Fluency in Sign Language.
Proven ability to work as part of a team.
Fax resume & cover letter to 516-922-0093 or email to
mailto:KLagalante@millneck.org
Mill Neck is an equal opportunity employer.
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position opening
Assistant Director/Principal
Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Clarks Summit, PA
JOB DESCRIPTION: This is an exempt, full-time, 12-monthposition. Responsibilities include
regularly observing, evaluating, and advising academic staff regarding
educational techniques and procedures, developing written reports as
necessary with the Director. Supervising student discipline and serves
as a resource to teachers in planning and implementing behavior
management procedures. Obtains support services for students in
need of counseling, evaluation, or diagnosis not provided within the
department. Reviews student progress, makes recommendations, and develop reports regarding changes in curriculum, classes or program. Meets and consults with parents, school districts, intermediate units,
and/or other service agencies in order to develop/provide appropriate
programs with compliant IEPs and IFSPs. Support parents in efforts
to obtain the most appropriate placement for their children.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PDE Principal Certification or PDE Supervisory Certification and PA
Instructional II Certification in Hearing Impaired are required. Master’s Degree in Education of Deaf and Hard of Hearing is highly preferred. The extensive knowledge of the educational needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and the ability to develop, revise, and adapt curriculum to meet program needs is required. In addition, extensive knowledge of special education regulations and standards including IEP process is required.
PA State Police Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance,
FBI Clearance, Act 82.
the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is “Advanced”. The minimum level accepted at hire is “Intermediate”.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to:
Dori L. Bachar
Director of Human Resources
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
300 East Swissvale Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218
mailto:dbachar@wpsd.org
The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference.
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position announcement
Classroom Teacher
Rochester School for the Deaf
Rochester, NY
DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: September 1, 2014
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach a variety of courses to Deaf students. Participate in weekly team meetings with other staff members to plan programs, behavior management techniques, and strategies for student success. Follow required NYS curriculum standards and prepare students for required NYS assessment tests. Write and implement student IEPs.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education of the Deaf or in a content area. New York State certification as a teacher or the ability to obtain same. Previous experience working with Deaf students. Advanced Rating on the SLPI.
FILE APPLICATION WITH:
Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent/CEO
Rochester School for the Deaf
1545 St. Paul Street
Rochester, New York 14621
Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will be asked to interview.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion, color, gender, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status.
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position announcement
Residential Counselor
Rochester School for the Deaf
Rochester, NY
TO BE FILLED BY: September 1, 2014
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises assigned residential students in dormitory setting Provides general supervision during the out of school hours for a group of deaf students to insure a climate for intellectual, social, and emotional growth.
Provides training, guidance, and counseling for a group of deaf students in the areas of: social interaction, personal hygiene, responsibility and freedom, homework; making constructive use of leisure time; and respect for privacy and belongings of others and self.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development or Associate’s Degree in Human Services with experience working with deaf children. Advanced Rating on the SLPI
FILE APPLICATION WITH:
Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent/CEO
Rochester School for the Deaf
1545 St. Paul Street
Rochester, NY 14621
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will be asked to interview.
RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion, color, gender, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status.
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job opening
TRS Outreach Coordinator
Hamilton Relay Services
Staffed in Baltimore, MD
Hamilton Relay Services Division in Maryland currently has a full time
position open for TRS Outreach Coordinator
This position will be staffed in Baltimore, MD.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis
of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.
Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating
and implementing outreach activities designed to promote TRS and increase
the number of customers served by Maryland Relay. Individual will devote
100% of their time to Maryland Relay and is required to travel throughout
the state of Maryland.
Applicants with the ability to communicate through the use of American
Sign Language is required. A Bachelor’s Degree or comparable work
experience along with a minimum of two years public relations experience
is preferred. Strong written, analytical and interpersonal skills as well
as a driver’s license and ability to travel alone are required. Direct
work experience with a Telecommunications Relay Service is also preferred.
Deaf and hard of hearing individuals are encouraged to apply.
For the full job description and application visit http://www.workforhamilton.com
by July 7, 2014.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis
of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.
Hamilton Relay, Inc. is a division of Hamilton Telecommunications based in
Aurora, NE. Hamilton offers a competitive wage and company paid benefits.
For questions in regards to this position please contact our corporate HR
Dept. at: 800.821.1831
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job opening
Outreach Coordinator
Maryland Relay Captioned Telephone
Staffed in Baltimore, MD
Hamilton Relay Services Division in Maryland currently has a full time
position open for Maryland Relay Captioned Telephone Outreach
Coordinator
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis
of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.
Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating
and implementing outreach activities designed to promote CapTel service
and increase the number of customers served by Maryland Relay. Individual
will devote 100% of their time to Maryland Relay and is required to travel
throughout the state of Maryland.
Education, Experience and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree and two or more years of experience in the
design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related
marketing experience are required
- Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay
Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus
- Excellent presentation skills
- Experience in public relations activities
- Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns
- Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide
variety of audiences
- Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects
- Ability to understand and follow directions
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with Maryland Relay TAM staff, organizations within the public, private
and non-profit sectors
- Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes
used by current and potential relay users
- Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from
relay services:
* Senior Community
* Hard of Hearing Community
- Able to travel alone
- Captioned Telephone users are encouraged to apply
For the full job description and application visit http://www.workforhamilton.com
by July 7, 2014.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis
of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.
Hamilton Relay, Inc. is a division of Hamilton Telecommunications based in
Aurora, NE. Hamilton offers a competitive wage and company paid benefits.
For questions in regards to this position please contact our corporate HR
Dept. at: 800.821.1831
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job opening
Captioned Telephone Outreach Coordinator
Hamilton Relay Services Division in Virginia
Staffed in Richmond, VA
Hamilton Relay Services Division in Virginia currently has a full time
position open for Virginia Captioned Telephone Services Outreach
Coordinator
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis
of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.
Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for coordinating
and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Captioned
Telephone Service (CapTel®) for Virginia Captioned Telephone Service
(VACTS).
Education, Experience and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree and two or more years of experience in the
design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related
marketing experience are required.
- Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay
Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus.
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns
- Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide
variety of audiences
- Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects
- Ability to understand and follow directions
- Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and
non-profit sectors
- Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes
used by current and potential relay users
- Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from
relay services:
* Senior Community
* Hard of Hearing Community
- Able to travel alone
- Captioned Telephone users are encouraged to apply
For the full job description and application visit www.workforhamilton.com
by July 7, 2014.
Hamilton Relay, Inc. is a division of Hamilton Telecommunications based in
Aurora, NE. Hamilton offers a competitive wage and company paid benefits.
For questions in regards to this position please contact our corporate HR
Dept. at: 800.821.1831
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position announcement
Superintendent
Virginia School for the Deaf
Staunton, VA
go to:
http://deafdigest.com/2014-virginia-deaf-superintendent/
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position announcement
Speech Teacher
Rochester School for the Deaf
Rochester, NY
DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED:
September 1, 2014
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
To plan for and implement the speech and communication programs
for moderately, severely, and profoundly deaf students enrolled at the
school.
To write and implement student IEPs and to keep reports as
required.
To participate in weekly team meetings with other staff members to
plan programs, behavior management techniques, and strategies for student
success.
DESIRED UALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Speech/Language
Pathology.
New York State certification to teach the Speech and Hearing Handicapped
and NYS Licensure as a Speech/Language Pathologist.
Experience facilitating the speech/language/ communication development of
Deaf students.
Advanced Rating on the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI).
FILE APPLICATION WITH:
Harold Mowl, Jr., Superintendent
Rochester School for the Deaf
1545 St. Paul Street
Rochester, New York 14621
Applications received will be screened and the most highly qualified will
be asked to interview.
CLOSING DATE: Until filled.
RSD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in
employment on the basis of non-qualifying disability, race, religion,
color, gender, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status.
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position opening
Communication Sciences and Disorders Lecturer
University of Kentucky, College of Health Sciences
Lexington, KY
Requisition SP552114
The College of Health Sciences is currently seeking a part-time
Lecturer in our Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) division
to serve an important need on UK’s campus due to greatly increased
demand in American Sign Language (ASL) instruction which exceeds our
current capacity. The individual in this position will assist the CSD
program and the current ASL Instructor in meeting this demand.
American Sign Language is approved as a foreign language for UK
students.
The Instructor is responsible for fostering student learning in
American Sign Language and Deaf culture. The courses to be taught
will vary depending on student need but can include a combination of
ASL I, II, III, IV, and lab courses. The assignment could include
Distance Learning courses in instructional television, and online
formats as well as face to face traditional classes. The individual
is responsible for evaluating and reporting student performance and
progress in assigned courses in accordance with department, division,
and college policies and procedures.
Master’s degree required in American Sign Language Interpreter
Training, Deaf Studies or related field with major emphasis on
American Sign Language, from an accredited institution of higher
education. Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI) Superior
or Superior Plus Rating or American Sign Language Proficiency
Interview (ASLPI 4.5) and American Sign Language Teacher Association
(ASLTA) certification or Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
(CSC, CI, NAD V, or NIC) required. A concentration in Education or
another foreign language, historical or cultural area, or additional
discipline depth in the humanities or the Social Sciences is highly
desirable. Experience with distance education and Internet course
development is helpful. Extensive and creative use of several
instructional technologies is desirable. Must demonstrate previous
successful teaching experience. College teaching experience
preferred.
See for yourself what makes UK one great place to work!
To apply for requisition SP552114, UK Employment Application must be
submitted at
https://pa087.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=250503
If you have any questions, please contact HR Employment at (859) 257-9555
option 2 or mailto:ukjobs@email.uky.edu
Application deadline is Sunday, July 6th, 2014. Any candidate offered
this position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as
mandated by University of Kentucky Human resources. These screenings
may include a national background check and/or drug screen. The
University
is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from
minorities
and women.
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career opportunities
PAHrtners Deaf Services
positions in Pittsburgh, PA & Glenside, PA
www.pahrtners.com/careers
www.facebook.com/deafjobs
NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PITTSBURGH AND GLENSIDE
PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health
professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults.
Located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, PAHrtners provides residential and out-patient services
to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) children, adolescents and adults.
Over 85% of our staff members are Deaf or Hard of Hearing!
As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community PAHrtners is
rapidly growing and expanding. Whether you are a high school
graduate, recent college graduate or professional with many years of
experience in the field of human services, we have a career-building
position waiting for you! E.O.E.
PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals
who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf
culture to fill the following positions:
Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
- Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside and Pittsburgh locations
Assistant Program Director for Residential Services for Deaf Adults
with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs – Full
Time; Glenside location
Residential Program Assistant for Adult Residential Program – Full
Time; Glenside location
Case Managers for Residential Program for Deaf Adults with
Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs – Full Time;
Glenside location
Residential Counselors for Residential Treatment Facility for
Adolescents- Full Time; Glenside location
Therapist/Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker- Full Time; Glenside
location
Staff Interpreter- Full Time; Glenside location
HR Assistant- Full Time; Glenside location
Go to our Website at: www.PAHrtners.com to learn more about each
position.
Like us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/deafjobs
Send your letter of intent and resume to:
Elizabeth Williams, Office Manager
PAHrtners Deaf Services,
614 N. Easton Road,
Glenside, PA 19038
Email: mailto:ewilliams@pahrtners.com
Fax: 215-884-6301
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