2015-05-11

DeafDigest Gold – May 10, 2015

Gold Edition

Barry Strassler, Editor
http://deafdigest.com – updated every Monday

America’s Unique Deaf Stories; subscription

at no cost to you

Serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 19th year

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Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week:

Deaf Blonde
http://deafdigest.com/comics/

fogey-deaf-blonde/

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Last week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/

deaf-with-security-guard/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/

deaf-back-stabbing/

This week’s ASL Videos with captions:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/

deaf-hearing-facial-

expressions/
http://deafdigest.com/videos/

deaf-hawaiian-sign-language/

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introducing Deaf Man’s BBQ

fascinating short story with a picture at:
http://deafdigest.com/deaf–

man-bbq-sauce/

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Top stories about the deaf:

Shoba Rosy, a deaf Singaporean woman, will

be one of the 40 dancers at a big event –

MGR the Legend II that is well attended.

A memorial service for pioneering deaf actress

& model Audree Norton is taking place at the

Klopping Theater on the campus of California

School for the Deaf at Fremont on May 20, 2015

at 2:30 P.M. The public is invited, and in

lieu of flowers, donations are requested to

be made to Gallaudet University in her memory.

Who will be the next Gallaudet president, let

alone who are the candidates? The Presidential

Search Advisory Committee pretty much said

to be patient. It, however does not stop

much speculation from the Deaf Community!

Maryland School for the Deaf‘s Work to Learn

Program has been praised in a local newspaper

story. Students are placed in internship jobs

with local businesses.

In the Philippines, Senator Miriam Defensor

Santiago has submitted a motion to provide

interpreters for the deaf in the courts.

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DEAF FACIAL EXPRESSIONS VS HEARING FACIAL EXPRESSIONS

Do deaf people read facial expressions better than

hearing people?

A group of deaf students in Utah is having a contest,

called “”Can you Lie To Me?”.

It is about trying to read facial expressions. DeafDigest

editor thinks deaf people read faces better than hearing.

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/

deaf-hearing-facial-

expressions/

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Conference – Deaf Access to Justice and Deaf in Prison

May 30, 2015

New Orleans, LA

more information at:
http://deafdigest.com/2015-

deaf-prisoner-access-

conference/

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A SIGN LANGUAGE WILL DIE

A sign language in one part of USA will die in few years.

It is the Hawaii Sign Language (HSL).

HSL is very different from ASL – and it was used for a long

time in Hawaii. Why will it die?

Because only 40 deaf Hawaiians are fluent with it and all

of them are 80 years old. When the last HSL user dies, the language

will die.

Why cannot HSL continue? Because the younger deaf Hawaiians use

ASL, not HSL.

It is always sad when a language dies.

– for ASL News version with captions, please visit:
http://deafdigest.com/videos/

deaf-hawaiian-sign-language/

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How to contact people that do not have a TTY

part of research by Gallaudet’s Technology Access Program

more information at:
http://deafdigest.com/2015-

gallaudet-deaf-no-tty-access/

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LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO

Deaf can’t hear baseball bats

http://deafdigest.com/videos/

pingbats/

Do enjoy viewing that video!

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OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING

Nebraska Association of the Deaf
http://deafdigest.com/

nebraska-association-of-the-

deaf/

note:

listing is free for deaf clubs and organizations. If you

wish to have your club listed, email barry@deafdigest.com

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For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please

email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com

for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this

section

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Deaf Book of the Week

The Deaf Population of the United States
http://deafdigest.com/deaf–

book-the-deaf-population-of-

the-united-states/

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Deaf people can do anything

we have a deaf person who is/was a

— personal services contractor

this website is growing every weekend:

http://deafdigest.com/deaf-in-

unusual-jobs/

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Deaf Question of the Week:

Q. Several deaf people have told DeafDigest editor

that they write better than they read. Why is it

that?

A. Possibly because they don’t really read at all,

despite excellent command of grammar!

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Rene Pellerin’s Corner:

House cleaning

I clean the kitchen, the bathroom, the mudroom and the office.

When sweeping, I do my best to collect all the dirt.

When mopping, I make sure I don’t miss a spot!

However, when I put rugs down after mopping,

I get down on my hands and knees to be sure it is in place correctly.

I can feel that dirt is still on the floor!  How is that possible?

That brings me to a question:

Do the robo sweeper and mop do a better job than a blind man?

Rene’s show business started in year 2010 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 governments stop giving the deaf empty promises

and give them what they need – captions, interpreters,

education, jobs, etc

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DeafHistory:

Year 1889 – Frederick Barnard passes away. He was
deaf but served as president of Columbia University.

The college – Barnard College was named after him.

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DeafNumbers of the Week:

14

during the days of segregation in USA, there were

14 state Negro Schools for the Deaf.

These such schools no longer exist, either

closed up or merged with its sister state

school for the deaf

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Deaf Collegiate Athletes:

Jacob Coners, who is deaf, is a member of the

baseball team at SUNY Old Westbury. He helped

his team reach the NCAA-III tournament by

scoring two runs and driving in one run during

a conference championship game.

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Elite Deaf Athletes:

Tim Currier, Syracuse, NY, DIRT sportsman series racer

facebook posting said:

Currier Racing will not be competing in 2015. It was an extremely

difficult decision but the cost and time involved in fielding a

competitive team are outweighed by our desire to be more involved with

family and our businesses.

We would like to thank our sponsors, the track owners, promoters,

competitors and the fans that make dirt track racing so special in the

northeast. We are extremely grateful to our crew; their hard work and

dedication was demonstrated every week by having a clean, well prepared

car at the track. Crews are the unrecognized heroes of racing.

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DeafSports Library:

Deaf athletes in RIT Hall of Fame

http://deafdigest.com/deaf–

ntid-athletes-in-rit-hall-of-

fame/

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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 !! –

*  Deputy Director – Los Angeles, CA

*  Human Resources Specialist, Part-Time –  Los Angeles, CA

*  Staff Interpreter – Los Angeles, CA

*  Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) – Riverside, CA

*  Job Developer/Interpreter –  West Covina, 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:

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

American Sign Language Lecturer

Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences in the College of

Public Health and Health Professions at the University of Florida, invites

applications for a faculty position with a major focus in  American Sign

Language (official UF title: Lecturer). We are seeking a dynamic

individual to fill a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12 month, non-tenure accruing

position in a vibrant department whose missions include education,

research, and service.  Primary responsibilities for this position are

teaching introductory and advanced courses in American Sign Language and

related areas. Candidates must have a minimum of a master’s degree in an

applicable field. Preference will be given to applicants with professional

certification by ASLTA, an earned doctorate in American Sign Language, ASL

Linguistics, Deaf Studies, Deaf Education, or related field, fluency in

ASL communication skills with a strong linguistic or grammar base, broad

knowledge and understanding of Deaf culture and the Deaf community, recent

experience in teaching ASL for credit in a post-secondary program,

effective communication skills working with Deaf and hearing colleagues, a

commitment to excellence in teaching, and experience collaborating with

other professionals.

The University of Florida is a comprehensive doctoral research-extensive

university that includes a full range of academic departments and programs

(www.ufl.edu). It has a long history of established programs in

international education, research and service and is one of only 17

public, land-grant universities that belong to the Association of American

Universities. The College of Public Health and Health Professions is part

of the University’s Health Science Center, which includes the Colleges of

Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, and Veterinary Medicine.

To view the job posting online and submit an application packet, which

includes a CV, letter of interest, and list of references, go to
https://jobs.ufl.edu/postings/

search and search by Requisition# 0908254.

Application deadline date is May 20, 2015.  Anticipated start date is

early August, 2015.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity institution dedicated to

building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an

accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position,

please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771

(TDD). Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.

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open position

Lecturer Open Rank: American Sign Language (ASL)

The University of New Mexico

Department of Linguistics

Albuquerque, NM

The University of New Mexico Department of Linguistics seeks

applications for a fulltime Lecturer position in the Signed

Language Interpreting Program to begin August 2015.

Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate courses

in American Sign Language (ASL) and/or signed language

interpreting, and service.

The CCIE accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Signed Language

Interpreting has been meeting the needs of the deaf citizens of

New Mexico, the region, and indeed the country since 1983, having

trained and graduated more than 300 professional interpreters

in that period. The program is a part of the Department of Linguistics.

The Department of Linguistics specializes in cognitive-functional

approaches to the study of language, including corpus and

empirically-based studies, cross-linguistic research, and typology.

In addition to the linguistic study of signed languages, we have special

strength in Native American linguistics and language revitalization,

and Spanish linguistics.

Minimum Qualifications:

. Bachelor’s Degree in teaching ASL, signed language interpreting, or

related field by time of appointment.

. Experience in teaching ASL, Interpreting or related studies in a

university of college setting.

. Native or near-native ASL competence.

Preferred Qualifications:

. Master’s Degree in teaching ASL, signed language interpreting, or

related field by time of appointment.

. Bicultural; ability to interact comfortably in Deaf, hard of hearing and

hearing communities

. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well

as working with broadly diverse communities.

. Ability to work effectively with students and colleagues.

. Ability to assume administrative duties and to mentor lecturers and

parttime instructors as needed.

. ASLTA and/or RID certification.

. Experience with instructional media (video, digital media, computer

technology for signed language learning).

. Experience teaching in an interpreter training program.

. Education and/or research experience in ASL linguistics.

UNM provides a diversified package of benefits including medical, dental,

vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits

through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

For a more complete explanation of the benefits, please go to
http://hr.unm.edu/ and click on the Benefits link.

Date for best consideration: May 6, 2015

Closing Date: Open until filled

Enquiries about this position can be addressed to:

Yvonne Martinez-Ingram, mailto:ymartin@unm.edu or (505) 277-6353.

For details on application requirements or to apply, visit the UNMJobs

website:
https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ Please reference Posting Number 0829693.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a

diverse workforce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to

race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status,

disability, or any other protected class.

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position opening

ASL Specialist

Washington School for the Deaf

Vancouver, WA

The Washington School for the Deaf (WSD) is recruiting an ASL

Specialist for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year.

Salary: $44-66K per year based on 185 days and dependent upon

qualifications. Benefits package for employee and spouse/partner

and dependents includes medical, dental, vision, retirement,

paid sick leave, life insurance, disability insurance and more!

Requires fluency in ASL, WA State certification, MA degree in

ASL Linguistics or Deaf Ed, professional ASL teaching experience,

knowledge of Deaf culture.

Recruitment is open until filled. Projected start date is August

24, 2015.

Keep a look out for an Outreach ASL Specialist position that

will serve deaf and hard of hearing students statewide – coming

soon! WSD is also recruiting an ASL Interpreter Coordinator to be

filled immediately. Salary is $3918/month + benefits. Learn more

about the positions and apply online at http://www.careers.wa.gov

Click on official agency name “Center for Childhood

Deafness and Hearing Loss” in the department search field.

EOE

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three available positions

RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Job Openings

RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing

state of North Carolina

*  Behavioral Health Therapist- Morganton, NC

*  Behavioral Health Therapist- Greensboro, NC

*  Behavioral Health Therapist, Wilmington, NC

To learn more about RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing,

please visit our website:
http://www.

rhabehavioralhealth.org/

programs_services/our_deaf_

and_hard_of_hearing_services/

If interested in positions above, please contact:

Lindsey Gray

Business Manager

RHA Behavioral Health for the DHH

2527 E. Lyon Station Rd.

Creedmoor, NC 27522

919.518.9293 (Office)
919.528.2971 (fax)

mailto:LGray@rhanet.org

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open positions

Washington School for the Deaf

Vancouver, WA

The Washington School for the Deaf (WSD) campus in Vancouver, Washington

announces the following openings for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year:

.       Classroom Teacher – Math/Science

.       School Counselor

.       Educational Audiologist

Requires: ASL, WA State Certification, Criminal Background Check

Salary Range: $40,820 – $67,739 based on school year assignment + benefits

package.

Recruitments are open until filled. Projected start date is August 24,

2015.

Learn more about the positions and apply online at http://www.careers.wa.gov

under official agency name “Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing

Loss”

School website: http://www.wsd.wa.gov

Questions? Contact mailto:human.resources@cdhl.

wa.gov

EOE

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(revised posting)

Job opening

Programs Manager
Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA)

Salisbury, MD

FT position with benefits managing residential and community support

services for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing; Experience in

residential services, Medicaid waiver and developmental disabilities funding

agents; supervising and training staff and must be able to handle crisis

situations; familiarity with DDA regulations.  Responsible for reports,

scheduling staff and make quick sound decisions.

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree preferred with 2-5 years experience in

Human Services with preference in residential support services.  Must have

excellent people, organizational and time management skills; professionally

build teams among staff, be an initiator, detail oriented, organized, a

problem solver; demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory skills and

effectively delegate and follow up on assignments.  Must be willing to be on

call 24/7. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)  preferred. Valid

driver’s license and good driving record required.

Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume & 3 business references

to mailto:dila@dila.org ; fax 410-543-4874; or mail to Deaf Independent Living

Association, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804.  Only qualified

applicants will be considered.  DILA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Job opening

Independent Living Advisor (ILA), Full Time or Part Time
Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA)

Salisbury, MD

Provide direct care independent living services and support to

individuals. Services range from personal hygiene, medication

administration and intensive independent living skills training in

individuals’ homes, etc. throughout the Eastern Shore.  Shifts

varies within a team oriented environment.

Qualifications:   Fluency in ASL; High School Diploma, GED or

equivalent required;  one year related experience preferred;

competency with basic independent living skills; must be flexible and

work within a team approach environment.  Ability to teach, advise

and motivate people.  Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation

and good driving record required.

Qualified candidates may email cover letter, resume and three

business references to dila@dila.org, fax 410-543-4874 or mail to
Deaf Independent Living Association, 806 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury,

Maryland 21804.  DILA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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updated posting

position vacancies

Kansas School for the Deaf

Olathe, KS

The Kansas School for the Deaf, 450 East Park St., Olathe, KS  66061, is

currently seeking qualified individuals for the following positions:

– Education Program Tech (newest addition)

– School Counselor

– Dormitory Teacher- Full time Middle School

– Part-time Audiologist

– Secondary Math Teacher

– Paraprofessional 1 on 1- Temporary

– Sub Teacher, Para, Dorm

– Special Education Teacher

Placement made within agency guidelines on salary schedule depending upon

professional background and experience. KSD offers excellent benefits

(Full Time Positions Only).  Applicants will be screened and the most

highly qualified applicants will be invited for an interview session.

Positions are open until filled.  KSD is located in the Heartland of the

USA, part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.  For area info on

excellent schools and affordable housing check out: www.kcmo.org/ and
www.olatheks.org/

For an application and a job announcement on each of these positions,

please refer to our website at www.ksdeaf.org or contact Teresa Chandler,

Human Resources Office, at (913) 645-5358 (V/TTY) for further details on

the positions.  E-mail:  mailto:tchandler@kssdb.org  Fax #:  913/621-2310

An Equal Employment/Educational Opportunities Agency

Tobacco Free Campus

KSD Embraces Diversity

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Walden School Clinical Director

Walden School for the Deaf

Framingham, MA

position description at:
http://deafdigest.com/walden-

deaf-school-clinical-director/

If you are interested in applying please see the TLC

website at http://www.tlcdeaf.org for information on how to apply

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position opening

Social Worker/ Clinician ((LCSW or LSW)

ACCESS Program/Deaf Special Services

West Trenton, NJ

Inspired Care

Begins with St. Joseph’s Healthcare

At St. Joseph’s Healthcare System, our inspiration comes from a tightly

knit team of accomplished professionals that help give people in our care

every opportunity to live life to the fullest. Through our commitment to

support, technology and training, we think you will find one of the most

rewarding and satisfying experiences of your career.

SOCIAL WORKER/CLINICIAN (LCSW or LSW)

ACCESS Program/Deaf Special Services * West Trenton, NJ

As a key member of our ACCESS/Deaf Special Services team, you will work

with deaf children and adolescents, as well as their families, to assess

and develop treatment planning that will be utilized to help patients

attain and reach their personal goals.

Responsibilities include:

.       Conducting various therapy modalities (individual, group, family)

.       Developing and implementing treatment strategies

.       Utilizing counseling techniques to engage clients in treatment

.       Obtaining entitlements and linkages to community

resources/services  for clients

.        Completing comprehensive intake assessments and interpreting data

to formulate diagnosis

.       Documenting services provided to clients and maintaining medical

records

.       Participating in multi-disciplinary team meetings

Along with the ability to communicate fluently in American Sign Language,

you should be a Graduate of an accredited Master’s Degree Program in

Social Work, Psychology or related field. Additionally, you should have a

current New Jersey LCSW License, valid NJ Driver’s License, and superior

oral/written communication, planning and organizational skills. Bilingual

English/Spanish preferred.

We offer a rewarding state-of-the-art environment, competitive salaries,

and a comprehensive benefits package.  For immediate consideration, please

email your resume (indicate LCSW in the subject line) to

mailto:kimbelle@sjhmc.org, or apply online at www.jobs.stjosephshealth.org

St. Joseph’s Healthcare System

Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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position openings

– Service Integration Program Manager

– Deaf-Blind Services Program Manager

State of Washington

for full position descriptions

Service Integration Program Manager
http://deafdigest.com/2015-

deaf-service-integration-

program-manager/

Deaf-Blind Services Program Manager
http://deafdigest.com/2015-

deaf-blind-services-program-

manager/

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Open positions

Learning Center for the Deaf & Walden School

most jobs at Framingham, MA; some at Springfield, MA

If you are interested in applying please submit a cover

letter, resume, TLC application ( http://www.tlcdeaf.org )

as well as three professional references to

mailto:HR@tlcdeaf.org

Walden School Teacher (Licensed)
http://deafdigest.com/walden-

deaf-school-teacher-job/

Walden School Overnight CCW
http://deafdigest.com/walden-

deaf-school-overnight-child-

care-worker/

Walden School Residential CCW
http://deafdigest.com/walden-

school-residential-child-care-

worker/

Walden School Substitute Teacher
http://deafdigest.com/walden-

school-deaf-substitute-

teacher/

Walden School Relief Worker
http://deafdigest.com/walden-

deaf-school-relief-worker/

Walden School Day CCW
http://deafdigest.com/walden-

deaf-school-day-child-care-

worker/

Wraparound Intensive Care Coordinator (Springfield MA)
http://deafdigest.com/

wraparound-deaf-intensive-

care-coordinator-springfield/

Wraparound Family Partner (Springfield MA)
http://deafdigest.com/

wraparound-deaf-family-

partner-springfield/

Staff Interpreter
http://deafdigest.com/staff-

interpreter-position-learning-

center-for-deaf/

Classroom Teacher (Licensed)
http://deafdigest.com/

learning-center-deaf–

classroom-teacher-licensed/

Classroom Teacher Moderate to Severe Disabilities (Licensed)
http://deafdigest.com/

learning-center-deaf–

classroom-teacher-moderate-

severe-disabilities-licensed/

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position opening

Instructional/Support Faculty

National Technical Institute for the Deaf

Rochester, NY

Position Title

Instructional/Support Faculty

College/Division

National Technical Institute for the Deaf

Organization

NTID Cultural & Creative Studies

Faculty Type (Tenure Status)

Non-Tenure-Track Lecturer

Faculty Discipline

Social Science

Faculty Rank

Lecturer

Employment Category

Fulltime

Anticipated Start Date

15-Aug-2015

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

Please note-this is Temporary Position

Teach three or four courses per semester in the broad areas of
Deaf cultural studies, structure of American Sign Language and

social sciences.  Participate in Institute service as time

permits.

We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest

in contributing to a community committed to student

centeredness; professional development and scholarship;

integrity and ethics; respect, diversity and pluralism;

innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration.

Select to view links to RIT’s core values, honor code, and

diversity commitment.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral or Masters degree in Deaf studies or relevant social

sciences discipline and successful teaching experience.  Must

enjoy working with undergraduates in a collaborative

environment.  Proficiency in American Sign Language and strong

knowledge of Deaf culture.

Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college’s

continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and

individual differences.

Required Minimum Education Level

MS, MA

Required Application Documents

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Cover Letter

Statement of Diversity Contribution

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

How To Apply

Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/579901

Search openings, then Keyword Search: 1473BR.

Please submit: your curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing

the listed qualifications and upload the following attachments:

-A brief teaching philosophy

-Statement of Diversity Contribution

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, 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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announcement of teaching position openings

Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center

(on Campus of Gallaudet University)

Washington, DC

for school year 2015-2016

MSSD:

Science

Math

Social Studies

English

KDES:

Elementary

Early Childhood Education

Social Studies (Middle School)

Math (Middle School)

English (Middle School)

Science (Middle School)

Application Information:

Send a letter of interest, a completed Gallaudet University Application

Form, an up-to-date resume, copies of licenses to teach (if you possess

any), and three current, signed letters of recommendation (including one

from current supervisor) email electronically to:

Clerchr@gallaudet.edu

Gallaudet University-KDES room 3108

800 Florida Avenue, NE

Washington, DC 20002

202-250-2704 videophone-Hollie Fallstone, Human Resources Coordinator

202-651-5457 (FAX)

Job employment application can be found at:

http://www.gallaudet.edu/

Documents/HRS/2015%20Employee%

20Job%20Application1.pdf

by clicking on Job application

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position openings

Teachers of the Deaf

Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, Pittsburgh, PA

and

Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, Clarks Summit, PA

REPORTS TO:                     Principal

JOB DESCRIPTION: Teachers are a 187-day exempt position.

Responsibilities include appropriate academic work

to their students, use appropriate communication techniques

to assure clarity and accuracy of conveyed information, work

with their department Principal in guiding parents toward

identifying their child’s strengths and weaknesses and in

programming for them accordingly through the IEP process,

attend in-service meetings and departmental meetings to

participate in decision-making, to maintain current

knowledge in the field, and to gain understanding of new

techniques and methodologies in education, participate in

curriculum development and curriculum revision projects,

maintain records of grades, achievement, and discipline

according to the needs of each assigned students,

collaborates with other teachers to assure appropriate and

dynamic programming for all students, work on extracurricular

committees or projects and perform related work assignments

as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PA State Police Criminal Clearance,

PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance, Act 82.

Valid PA Driver’s License required.

Teachers of the Deaf are preferred to enter a master’s level with

some experience.  The minimum requirement for this position is a

Bachelor’s level degree with certification in Deaf Education.  PA

Instructional I or II certification in Deaf Education required.

The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position

is “Advanced”.  The minimum level accepted at hire is “Intermediate”.

STARTING DATE:  2015-16 School Year (August 17, 2015)

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

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career opportunities

PAHrtners Deaf Services

positions in various Pennsylvania locations

PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health

professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults.

Our environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support with

a staff population that is 85% Deaf or Hard of Hearing. As a result

of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community, PAHrtners is rapidly

growing with the creation of new programs and expansion of our

existing programs. 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.

To apply for any of the positions posted, please send your letter of

intent and resume to:

Bernadette Class, Office Manager

PAHrtners Deaf Services,

614 N. Easton Road,

Glenside, PA 19038

Email: mailto:bclass@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301

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:

Job Title:                Program Assistant

Location:                 Glenside, PA

Employee Type:            Full time position

Description:                   This position provides support to the

staff psychiatrist’s in completing all necessary regulation reports,

managing the staff psychiatrist’s schedules, helping to coordinate

appointments with other departments, tracking annual evaluations and

medication consents for our members, communicating with pharmacies,

and other miscellaneous administrative tasks.

Qualifications:               A high school diploma with a minimum of

one year of experience in administration in the human services

field.  Must have: strong writing skills, organizational and time

management skills; computer proficiency in MS word and excel; fluency

in ASL and ability to work as a team.

Job Title:                Therapist/Psychosocial

Rehabilitation Counselor

Location:                 Glenside, PA

Employee Type:            Full time position

Description:                   This position provides individualized

supportive counseling, group therapy and psycho-educational sessions

designed to promote skill building and wellness maintenance.

Qualifications:               BA in Psychology, Counseling or any

other human services field; must have two years’ experience with

individuals with behavioral health needs and/or intellectual

disabilities, including treatment planning and progress notes;

advanced fluency in ASL required; must be innovative, creative and

able to work in a team environment.  Certified as a Peer Specialist,

a plus!

Job Title:                Case Managers

Location:                 Glenside, PA

Employee Type:            Full time positions

Description:                   This position provides resources and

support to clients and their families who reside in the community and

in our residential programs. Duties: assess service needs of

individuals to ensure continuum of care; develop service plans;

provide independent living skills instructions; advocate for access

to public and private programs such as medical and vocational

services.

Qualifications:               BA/BS degree in a human services field

preferred; or high school diploma + 12 credit hours in social science

with two years’ behavioral health direct care experience. Must have

strong organizational skills, fluency in ASL and familiarity with

other visual communication modes and language levels. Must be willing

to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel to various

areas in the community. Knowledge of laws governing the rights of
Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus;

must have a valid driver’s license.  Certified as a Peer Specialist,

a plus!

Job Title:                Assistant Vice President –

PAHrtners West

Location:                 Moon Township

Employee Type:            Full time position – This is a senior level

management position

Description:                   The Assistant Vice President provides

administrative, operational, financial and programmatic leadership

for the Pittsburgh sites of PAHrtners.  Under the direction of the

Vice President for Residential services, The Assistant Vice President

is responsible for the overall supervision and management of

operations and personnel, expansion of services provided in the

region, quality of service and financial stability within the

region.  This includes provision of direct services to consumers,

maintenance of all licensing regulations, oversight of program

budgets, supervision and daily support to direct care staff and

management level employees, maintenance of communication and

relationships with outside service providers and families,

involvement with the clinical team, completion of monthly and

residential reports, and participation on agency committees.

Qualifications:               Master’s Degree preferred.  Qualified

BA degree applicants will be considered.  Seven years’ experience in

the mental health field.  Four years’ experience in a

management/supervisory role.  Candidate must have strong leadership,

administrative and communication skills, both in person and in

writing.  Fluency in ASL and familiarity with other visual

communication modes and language levels.

Job Title:                Residential Counselor for Deaf

Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

Location:                 Pittsburgh, PA

Employee Type:            Various positions available

Description:                   This position provides direct client

services, including:  encouraging client independence, assisting in

daily living skills training and aiding in community integration.

Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with

intellectual disabilities living in the community; promote consumers’

independence and social relationships.  Positions open for weekend

and evening shifts.

Qualifications:               HS diploma; valid driver’s license;

advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent

living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers;

strong interpersonal skills.

Job Title:                   Residential Counselors for Deaf

Adults with Intellectual Disabilities & Behavioral Health needs

Location:                    Glenside, PA

Employee Type:               Full time, part time or Flex available

Description:                   This position provides direct client

services, including: encouraging client independence, assisting in

daily living skills training and aiding in community integration.

Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with

behavioral health and/or intellectual disabilities living in our

residences; promote consumers’ independence and social relationships.

Positions open for weekend and evening shifts.

Qualifications:               HS diploma; valid driver’s license;

advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent

living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers;

strong interpersonal skills.

Job Title:                    Administrative Assistant

Location:                     Glenside, PA

Employee Type:                Full time positions

Description:                   This position provides administrative

support to all programs.  Duties: answer incoming voice, relay and VP

calls; responsible for various duties such as data entry, manage

calendars, coordinate meetings/trainings; take minutes; track

supplies and handle all general correspondence. Will troubleshoot and

assist wherever and whenever possible.

Qualifications:               Minimum of a HS diploma + 3 years’

administrative assistance experience; proficiency in MS word and

excel.  AA degree preferred.  Must possess strong writing and

proofreading skills and excellent organizational skills.  Fluency in

American Sign Language strongly preferred.

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