DeafDigest Gold - August 30, 2009 Gold edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://www.deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 13th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://www.deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASL Videos of the Week: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-houses/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-movieasl/ .. Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: http://deafdigest.com/comics/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Blackberry Devices and Data Plans at $29.99 a Month Save on Blackberry Smartphones at the Deaf Pager Store. The Blackberry Tour 9630 Smartphone is a fast and powerful international smartphone featuring 3G technology that keeps you connected in over 185 countries. 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To click on a picture of some of the Americans, go to: http://deafdigest.com/usateam/ This picture was obtained through Kenneth Rothschild's on-going dialogue with an individual in the Taiwan post office philatelic section .. There is a lot of bickering in Canada regarding the decision by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC is to Canada what FCC is to us). The CRTC decided that Bell Canada would test its VRS in Ontario and that Telus would do the same in British Columbia and Alberta. The deaf in Canada has asked for a nationwide VRS as opposed to provincial VRS, but CRTC disagreed. The CRTC, however, was supportive of the Internet Relay and captioning needs of the deaf. .. The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf has honored Lillian Beard for her interpreting services. What is the big deal? Well, she is 100 years old and is the nation's oldest active interpreter! .. Good news for hearing aid users. Senator Olympia Snowe (R-Maine) has agreed to co-sponsor the proposed Hearing Aid Tax Credit (S. 1019). This bill, if it becomes law, will allow tax deductions on hearing aid purchases. .. Beware - athletes and fans at the Deaflympics! Souvenirs being sold at stores in Taipei City may contain excessive lead. A councilman is upset and demands an investigation. .. Attention: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc (UPS) employees If you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 1997, please read the announcement posted in the Blue edition. There is a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former UPS employees and applicants for driving positions who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. .. Join us on September 25th and 26th For the WPSD Homecoming Weekend & 140th Anniversary Celebration Spend the weekend catching up with old friends and cheering on the WPSD Lions at volleyball and soccer games against PSD. Enjoy the humor of CJ Jones on Friday evening and celebrate WPSD's long history at the dinner on Saturday evening. For more information, visit the wpsd website at: http://www.wpsd.org/special_events.html Please note: Hotel rooms in the Pittsburgh area are at a premium due to the G 20 Summit meeting we urge you to make your hotel reservations as soon as possible. .. wanted: a deaf male, age 8-12 to play Matt Hamill role in an upcoming movie Hamill the Movie Casting Announcement Hamill the Movie is looking for a young deaf student who can play the role of Young Matt Hamill. Please read the casting description below. [YOUNG MATT HAMILL] DEAF / Male / 8 - 12 / Caucasian. Matt Hamill is the hero of this film, which is based on the real UFC fighter, Matt Hamill ( http://www.matthamill.com ). As a child, Matt had a very difficult time fitting in with his all hearing classmates at school. As hard as he tried to get along with the other children, they would make fun of him. When his grandfather, Stanley, introduces him to wrestling, he finally finds an activity where he fits in and excels... LEAD. (MUST BE DEAF, BUT NO ACTING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED) All parents who think their son fits the requirement, pls email the producer ASAP (deadline Sept 1st) a brief description of your son and a current picture mailto:eben@matthamillthemovie.com Compensation: approx $268 a day / approx 4 days of shooting. Also, meals, copy and credit. Requirements: Somewhat flexible schedule, good attitude and preferably a local (Rochester or the surrounding area). Dates: Shooting days would be sometime between Sept 14 - Oct 2 .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. HEADING BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL ALL SIMPLICITY PRODUCTS 10% OFF! Save 10% on all Simplicity Signalers during the month of September! That means every sound, telephone and doorbell signaler or receiver is on sale. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at: http://www.weitbrecht.com/specials.html?utm_source=dd for more details. (Use code WCID909 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology .............................................................. .............................................................. Attention - Deaf and Hearing Poker Players The 5th Annual Las Vegas World Deaf Poker Tournament Saturday, October 10, 2009, 10 am, at the world's famous and historical Binion's Gambling Hall. The popular "no limit, Texas hold'em" will be played. Hearing players are invited. Binion's Gambling Hall is known to be the first to host the World Series of Poker. They have two floors of poker tables which indicates they are the best in what they do. They have installed up to date TV monitors and other features to make this tournament a dream. Ask any of the previous players and fans from the past 4 years how they enjoyed the experience. They will tell you how exciting it was. This year will be better. For example, based on 300 entries, 1st place winner will receive $27,000. Las Vegas is designated as the Poker Capital of the world. There is no place in the world like it. Southern Nevada Silver Knights is a non-profit 501 c-3 organization and all of the volunteers are serving without pay. All net proceeds will go to charities to provide aid and welfare to the deaf communities in need. To access our web site for registrations, etc, go to http://www.lasvegasdeaf.org/poker Doors will be open for pre-paid and on site payments and registration on Friday at 6 pm and Saturday at 6 am. Tournament will start at 10 am Saturday, October 10, 2009. We are looking forward to see all of you in Las Vegas for many exciting poker experiences .............................................................. TWO DEAF HOUSES NEXT TO EACH OTHER Some time ago two deaf families lived in houses next to each other. Both houses had side doors that faced each other about 20 feet apart. When these deaf people from one house wanted to communicate with someone from the other house, they just stood in front of the windows of the side doors and chatted in ASL without leaving their houses. Not any more, both families moved away. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-houses/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) LEARNING ASL FOR A MOVIE ROLE A hearing actor won a role to play a deaf character in a movie. He knew nothing about ASL. It took him 44 days of private ASL training for him to use sign language in the movie. The movie itself took 11 days to finish. This means a 4 to 1 ratio - 44 days of ASL classes for a 11-day movie! - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-movieasl/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) SIGN LANGUAGE AMONG HEARING EMPLOYEES At a certain factory in Pennsylvania, the hearing employees use sign language to communicate with each other. All of them Codas? No. Noise was so bad from everywhere - the furnace, the metals and the blowers that normal conversation was impossible. An industrial production consultant asked: Is this the most efficient way to operate a facility? Lower productivity due to high noise is a significant hidden cost in industrial plants A "DO NOT SOLICIT" ANNOUNCEMENT IN A NEWSPAPER A newspaper in West Virginia ran this announcement: Deaf, blind schools do not solicit ROMNEY, W.Va. - The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and Blind do not solicit funds from individuals, businesses or organizations, according to Patsy K. Shank, school superintendent. Solicitations made on behalf of the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind should be reported to the Romney detachment of the West Virginia State Police at (304) 822-3561 or to Shank at (304) 822-4801 DeafDigest thought this announcement was a bit strange since soliciting funds is a way of life among schools for the deaf. Just to make sure, DeafDigest contacted a retired administrator who has worked with a number of schools for the deaf, both state and private, in his long career. He said he was always soliciting for funds all the time! STORE REDESIGNED BECAUSE OF LATE-DEAFNESS A store owner became deaf in late age. He is no longer able to communicate with customers on their orders and requests. He did not want to sell his business because of his deafness. Instead he had the store completely redesigned; merchandise behind the counter were moved to the store shelves; signs were posted telling customers where to locate their merchandise. Price stickers were affixed to each merchandise. Communication was held to a minimum, and the store success has continued. SIGNMARK'S DEAL WITH A RECORDING COMPANY Marko Vuoriheimo, a deaf rap artist from Finland, who goes by the name Signmark, has signed a deal with Warner Music Group. Signmark's songs will be in an album that will be released early in 2010. It will be in ASL, instead of the Finnish Sign Language. "PERFECT" SPEECH BECOMES "IMPERFECT" SPEECH A deaf person, trained orally, may have high speech skills, understandable by people around him in his community. Yet, his "perfect" speech may become "imperfect"! Why? If that person travels to another city where the accents are different from where he is from, then his "perfect" deaf speech may betray him! HEARING AID VS CI (SHORT SERIES) A Hearing Aid vs a CI, who wins? Look at your hearing aid first. Will the hearing aid help you function as a hearing person? If so, you don't need a CI. If, because of age, the hearing aid helps you less and less, then you need a CI! TALES FROM FORMER DEAF PIZZA DRIVERS (series to be run on a weekly basis until list of tales run out) on my very first pizza delivery as a new driver, the customer came out of the door semi-naked! If you are a former Deaf Pizza Driver and have an interesting tale, please share it with: mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section .............................................................. .............................................................. WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? In the Netherlands, there is an abbreviation that is spelled DEAF. DEAF as in deaf? No. Spelled out in full, it is: Dutch Electronic Art Festival .............................................................. .............................................................. 31st World's Largest ASL Silent Weekend in 2010 Signing Greeting Cards ASL and Interpreting DVDs We had over 600 at the recent silent weekend. The venue for the June 24-27, 2010 event will handle 700-1000 participants and include a medical interpreting track. Novice, beginning, intermediate and advanced ASL and ITP students, as well as interpreters (CEUs offered) will have around 150 hours of seminars to choose from. The 31st Silent Weekend is at the Florida Hotel at the Florida Mall in Orlando with its huge food court allowing you to have a complete meal for $5.99 instead of paying $20-30 at other conferences' hotel prices. The room costs are even lower next year ... just $105 with free parking and unlimited free internet! Students and professionals seeking to improve their skills can bring family members and they can take novice sign language classes for just $89 per person! There will be group registration opportunities online after July 1 at www.DrSign.com . There are simply no other local, regional or national conferences offering you so many hours of classes as inexpensively as the Silent Weekends. Just check them out! Final details will be online beginning in August but the cost per person is as low as $149 per person and exhibit tables at $150. Sign language DVDs are available online at http://www.DrSign.com - A DVD "When 'Duck' is not Enough" to show you how to represent inanimate objects is now available. The 8th Florida/Alaska Motorcycle Charity Run for deaf babies is finished. This was the world's longest group motorcycle benefit run. See http://www.deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,705315218,00.html for an article from a newspaper. See http://www.AlaskaBikeRun.com for updates and photos. These trips will take place every year so why not make plans to join us now in 2010 for a Bed and Breakfast tour? Please browse our selection of signing greeting cards at: http://www.DrSign.com .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! The Department of Justice reached agreement with Port St. Lucie, Florida to make the city fully accessible to the disabled, the deaf included. This means everything - facilities, services and programs. Despite signing the agreement, the city fathers aren't too happy, especially when staring at a 14 million budget shortfall. .. DeafLibrary Page of the Week What is a typical day of a CEO of a local deaf service agency? Click on: http://deafdigest.com/ceo (on a rotating basis, a different DeafLibrary Page topic will be featured every week) .. Deaf Picture of the Week: A football sign language by a hearing team http://www.startribune.com/sports/gophers/54429252.html?elr=KArksi8cyaiUqPk4DyCc75DiUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aUHDYaGEP7eyckcUr what could this mean in ASL? .. Question of the week: Q. We have a good number of deaf attorneys. Why cannot some of them do pro bono work on behalf of low income deaf clients? A. Below is a comment from a deaf attorney: the deaf attorneys, as a whole, are really no exception. Quite a variety of attitudes. Some attorneys have never done any pro bono work or just cannot afford to do any. So, as far as pro bono is concerned, not just the attitude but the mission of the law firm is a big factor. Some law firms encourage it; some don't. And government lawyers, as a whole, don't do pro bono work. send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. .. Wish List of the Week: that our deaf friends in Canada be blessed with full and unlimited VRS services, that we, the deaf, enjoy in USA. .. DeafHistory - Looking Back: Year 595 BC - 547 BC - King Croesus, of Lydia (in modern day Greece) had a deaf son. The king refused to acknowledge the son's deafness; the son somehow learned of an assassination attempt on his father and ran to warn him about it. The father relented and acknowledged his son's deafness. Not sure if this is a fact or a myth. .. Deaf and the Money: The Association of The Tanzanian Disabled Society is accusing the government of withholding funds earmarked for deaf service programs .. DeafNumbers of the Week: 17 the number of colleges in Arizona that offer sign language classes .. DeafDigest Sports to read weekly summary on deafsports, click on: http://deafdigest.com/deafsports DeafDigest Sports is a no-cost subscription available only for DeafDigest subscribers; e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com there are no web page postings with DeafDigest Sports; you have to subscribe to keep up with deafsports in depth! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Instructor/Assistant Professor of American Sign Language (ASL) Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX 77341 Instructor/Assistant Professor of American Sign Language (ASL), Fall 2009. Graduate degree in American Sign Language, Deaf Education, Special Education, Linguistics or related field required. In-depth knowledge of deaf culture, comparative linguistics, deafness, and communication issues. Native or near-native ASL speaker. ASLTA or Texas teaching in ASL certification. Five years experience in teaching American Sign Language (linguistic and communicative components) at post-secondary level. Experience using Vista Signing Naturally curriculum. Scholarly accomplishment/promise required, publications, service. Letter of interest, CV, referee list or 3 letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations (all electronic preferred) to: Dr. Debra D. Andrist, Chair of Foreign Languages, Box 2147, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX 77341. mailto:andrist@shsu.edu Email acknowledgements. SHSU is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action plan employer. Classes available immediately include: ASL 141 TT 8-9:20 ASL 141 TT 9:30-10:50 ASL 142 TT 12:30-1:50 ASL 263 TT 11-12:30 ASL 263 TT 2-3:20 ASL 264 TT 3:30-4:50 FL 361 Deaf Culture TT 5-6:20 Two hearing, signing, undergraduate TA assistants. Videophone in office. Lab testing with individual cameras. Summer teaching additional pay. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (re-posted) position opening (contingent on funding) Tenure Track Faculty position Gallaudet University Washington, DC seeking full time tenure track faculty member who will be assigned to one of the following departments: - Psychology - Linguistics - Education - ASL/Deaf Studies to read the position description and on application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/gallaudetfaculty -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening TITLE: Program Coordinator North Suffolk Mental Health Association Revere, Massachusetts DIVISION: CBFS / NSMHA LOCATION: Bay House, Revere Massachusetts HOURS: 40 hours (Monday - Friday, 9a-5p) JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the clinical and administrative aspects of a small group home program, as well as the overall health and safety of the residents, under the supervision of the Program Manager of Maverick Square CBFS program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate, and facilitate progressive discipline as needed for all staff in conjunction with the Assistant Director. 2. Arrange staff schedules to meet the health and safety requirements, as well as the individual needs of the residents. 3. Supervises the development and implementation of Quality Indicators through the ISP process and Program Goals. 4. Participates in the assessment of individual referrals, admissions and discharges. 5. Insures the program and individual records are current, comprehensive and meet agency and funding source standards. 6. Liaison with families/guardians, DMH, and other outside service providers. 7. Supervises and participates in the housekeeping and maintenance of the house and vehicle. 8. Participates in the development of the program budget, and monitors the program expenses. 9. Supervises the management of individual?s funds and possessions, within the guidelines of the ISP and agency. 10. Completes all necessary weekly/monthly reports. 11. Implements agency/department policies and procedures. 12. Perform on-call duties as required. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS preferred in human services or equivalent experience. Medication, CPR/First-Aid certification or ability to receive certifications required. Two (2) years experience in human services. Supervisory experience preferred. Must be fluent in American Sign Language. Knowledge of DMH regulations needed. Computer literacy required. Valid Mass driver's license required. send resume to: North Suffolk Mental Health Association Attn: HR / Recruiter 301 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150 Phone: 617-488-5712 Fax: 617-912-7971 Email: mailto:gethired@northsuffolk.org Affirmative Action Employer - EEO/AA -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Announcement Job Coach Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, Maryland Full/Part Time Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. is a growing organization that promotes access to services and resources for residents of the Eastern Shore who are deaf or hard of hearing and provides opportunities for full participation in all aspects of community life. Responsibilities: Provide individual and group on-the-job training for individuals with various levels of hearing loss which includes teaching and coaching individuals to develop job skills, employee and employer relationships, work ethics and communication for successful employment outcomes. Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) or sign language a must. Excellent people and interpersonal skills. Six months experience with training, coaching and motivating people. Valid driver's license. Skilled in the use of structured training techniques for teaching job performance skills (such as sequence, quality, and quantity); job-related skills (such as grooming, socializing with coworkers, or managing one's paycheck); and work behaviors (such as accepting supervision, following instruction). Full Time Employee Benefits: 100% employer contribution to medical, life and disability benefits; 75% employer contribution to dental; retirement; 13 paid holidays; 10 paid annual leave days ; 2 personal leave days; 10 paid sick days and more. To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to: Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. Human Resources Department 806 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, Maryland 21804 or fax to 410-543-4874 Or email mailto:dila@dila.org You may also apply on line at http://www.dila.org Position is open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions ADVOCATES INC. Framingham, MA Has open positions for: - Direct Care Counselors - Awake Overnight Counselors Full and Part Time positions are available to work in our Deaf programs. If you are interested please go to http://www.advocatesinc.org and fill out an online application under jobs. Advocates' philosophy is based on common values and principles that guide the delivery of all of the services we provide. We believe that all individuals have the right to pursue their personal goals and to contribute to the community. We believe they are entitled to receive accessible services; to live in decent and affordable housing; to be treated with dignity and respect; and to live in inclusive and diverse communities. The employees of Advocates and the recipients of the services we provide work together with the community to ensure that these universal rights are promoted and protected. Advocates offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 410(k) plan and a six-week holiday/vacation package. Advocates is an EOE committed to employing a diverse workforce. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Seeking Applicants For Faculty Positions (Tenure/Non-Tenure Track) Rochester Institute of Technology National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY NTID, one of the eight colleges of RIT, is the first and largest technical college serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Nearly 1,450 deaf and hard-of-hearing students from across the United States, as well as other countries, study and reside at RIT with 16,000 hearing students. The department of Science and Mathematics at NTID seeks faculty to teach/tutor deaf and hard of hearing students in the fields of chemistry, biology, mathematics and physics. For detailed job descriptions please visit: RIT Career Zone at https://mycareer.rit.edu and enter the IRC# or select National Technical Institute for the Deaf for College/ Division. Discipline Job Category IRC# Chemistry Non-tenure track 30317 Chemistry Tenure track 30459 Biology Tenure track 30318 Math/Physics Tenure track 30301 Review of applications will begin Aug 31, 2009 and continue until position is filled. All applicants must apply online at https://mycareer.rit.edu Search under IRC# We are seeking individuals who are committed to contributing to RIT's core values, honor code, and statement of diversity. People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about NTID at RIT visit http://www.ntid.rit.edu -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Mental Health Technician National Deaf Academy Mt. Dora, Florida Responsible for the daily supervision and monitoring of residents safety, activities of daily living, school attendance and recreation activities. Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Experience working in behavioral health setting preferred. Fluent in ASL preferred. American Sign Language training provided on site. FT and Per Diem, all shifts available. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Fax resume to Human Resources: (352)735-4939 or send resume to: National Deaf Academy, Attention: Human Resources, 19650 US Hwy 441, Mt. Dora, Florida 32757. Phone (352)735-9500. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Vacancy Notice Department Chair: American Sign Language and Interpreting Education (ASLIE) National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY DESCRIPTION: NTID is one of the eight colleges within Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), a national center of educational excellence. It is located in Rochester, New York, which is home to a large and vibrant Deaf community and has been named as one of the top 100 American cities in which to raise a family. The RIT community is diverse, dynamic, and excellence-driven. Within the college of NTID, the ASLIE department provides American Sign Language instruction to the university's faculty, staff, and students. In addition, the ASLIE department educates students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the field of ASL/English interpretation. Chair responsibilities, in addition to traditional faculty responsibilities, include: Provide strategic direction for the design, delivery, and on-going evaluation of curricula; manage the composition, evaluation, and development of the department's human resources; monitor budget and maintain departmentally-assigned resources; represent the department to internal RIT and NTID stakeholders as well as national stakeholders; and provide programmatic and curricular leadership to a nationally recognized faculty in the fields of American Sign Language instruction and ASL/English Interpreting education. Review of applications will begin Sept 30th and will continue until position is filled. For a complete job description and to apply online, visit the RIT Career Zone: http://mycareer.rit.edu KEYWORD SEARCH: IRC#30398 Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States Rochester Institute of Technology is an EO/AA Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (latest update 8/30/09) position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Assistant Director for Student Services http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx?jobid=785 - Assistant Director of Residential Services http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx?jobid=752 - Residential Advisor http://www.deafdigest.com/resid.doc - Teacher (Blind/Deaf) http://www.deafdigest.com/lcs.doc - Substitute Teacher (P/T-Hourly) http://www.deafdigest.com/sub.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (latest update 8/30/09) more position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - School Social Worker http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx?jobid=775 - Teacher - Middle School Science http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx http://www.spa.ga.gov/word/jobinfo/stateapp-emp.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (updated August 30th) - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT GLAD !! - * Job Developer/Interpreterd -- Anaheim, Pacoima, CA * Community Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Community Advocate - Bakersfield, CA * Placement Coordinator - Crenshaw, 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 Specialist 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special Notes: Copyright 2009 by Barry Strassler, DeafDigest. 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DeafDigest – 30 August 2009
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DeafDigest Blue - August 30, 2009 Blue Edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://www.deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 13th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://www.deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASL Videos of the Week: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-marsters/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-gestures/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Harris Communications Now on Facebook & Twitter Harris Communications is now on Facebook. Sign up and become a fan on Facebook and share your questions or give us feedback about how we are doing. Join the community and find out what everyone is talking about. You can also follow us on Twitter with up-to-date reports on new product or sales. If you have a question or concern, send us a "tweet". 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DeVaney, a long time deaf community leader in Omaha, NE, who departed us. While not well known nationally, he was one of the most respected leaders in the Omaha Deaf Community. At Nebraska School for the Deaf, he was the Dean of Boys. .. Holding our breaths, the news we are waiting for will be announced on September 2nd, between 330 pm and 430 pm EST. It is when Benjamin J Soukup, Jr, the chair, Gallaudet board and James Macfadden, the chair, Gallaudet presidential search committee, will reveal the short list of finalists vying to become the next Gallaudet president. Hopefully around that time, the short list announcement will be made on the web site at: http://www.gallaudet.edu/ .. Rhode Island will shut down the state government operations for 12 days. The state, like with other states, is broke and must find ways to save money. Exception to the shutdown is the Rhode Island School for the Deaf. It will continue to operate as usual. .. Effective with this edition, DeafDigest introduces a new weekly feature called: A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say? Please scroll all the way down and stop just before you reach the employment ads section. Happy Lipreading (or Frustrated Lipreading)! .. Attention: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc (UPS) employees If you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 1997, please read the announcement posted below in this edition. There is a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former UPS employees and applicants for driving positions who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. .. wanted: a deaf male, age 8-12 to play Matt Hamill role in an upcoming movie Hamill the Movie Casting Announcement Hamill the Movie is looking for a young deaf student who can play the role of Young Matt Hamill. Please read the casting description below. [YOUNG MATT HAMILL] DEAF / Male / 8 - 12 / Caucasian. Matt Hamill is the hero of this film, which is based on the real UFC fighter, Matt Hamill ( http://www.matthamill.com ). As a child, Matt had a very difficult time fitting in with his all hearing classmates at school. As hard as he tried to get along with the other children, they would make fun of him. When his grandfather, Stanley, introduces him to wrestling, he finally finds an activity where he fits in and excels... LEAD. (MUST BE DEAF, BUT NO ACTING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED) All parents who think their son fits the requirement, pls email the producer ASAP (deadline Sept 1st) a brief description of your son and a current picture mailto:eben@matthamillthemovie.com Compensation: approx $268 a day / approx 4 days of shooting. Also, meals, copy and credit. Requirements: Somewhat flexible schedule, good attitude and preferably a local (Rochester or the surrounding area). Dates: Shooting days would be sometime between Sept 14 - Oct 2 ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) ................................................................ ................................................................ HEADING BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL ALL SIMPLICITY PRODUCTS 10% OFF! Save 10% on all Simplicity Signalers during the month of September! That means every sound, telephone and doorbell signaler or receiver is on sale. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at: http://www.weitbrecht.com/specials.html?utm_source=dd for more details. (Use code WCID909 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology ................................................................ ................................................................ Attention - Deaf and Hearing Poker Players The 5th Annual Las Vegas World Deaf Poker Tournament Saturday, October 10, 2009, 10 am, at the world's famous and historical Binion's Gambling Hall. The popular "no limit, Texas hold'em" will be played. Hearing players are invited. Binion's Gambling Hall is known to be the first to host the World Series of Poker. They have two floors of poker tables which indicates they are the best in what they do. They have installed up to date TV monitors and other features to make this tournament a dream. Ask any of the previous players and fans from the past 4 years how they enjoyed the experience. They will tell you how exciting it was. This year will be better. For example, based on 300 entries, 1st place winner will receive $27,000. Las Vegas is designated as the Poker Capital of the world. There is no place in the world like it. Southern Nevada Silver Knights is a non-profit 501 c-3 organization and all of the volunteers are serving without pay. All net proceeds will go to charities to provide aid and welfare to the deaf communities in need. To access our web site for registrations, etc, go to http://www.lasvegasdeaf.org/poker Doors will be open for pre-paid and on site payments and registration on Friday at 6 pm and Saturday at 6 am. Tournament will start at 10 am Saturday, October 10, 2009. We are looking forward to see all of you in Las Vegas for many exciting poker experiences ................................................................ DR MARSTERS AND THE TTY MACHINE Dr. James Marsters, who died few weeks ago, was written up in many hearing newspapers. They said he was involved with the first TTY machine in 1964. Weitbrecht was already using his Radio Ham TTY machine to communicate with other hearing Radio Hams from 1940's to 1960's. Marsters and Weitbrecht did not know each other before a friend introduced them. Marsters was a frustrated dentist, not able to use voice phone to communicate with his hearing patients. With Marsters' encouragement, Weitbrecht converted a Radio Ham modem to a Deaf TTY modem in 1964. Marsters and another deaf partner founded a company that manufactured Deaf TTY modems. This company helped the Deaf TTY network grow very fast. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-marsters/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) HEARING GESTURES; DEAF ASL Are Hearing Gestures same as our ASL? Do not know, but some time ago Linguists from University of Chicago researched these Hearing Gestures. DeafDigest is curious to see what these Chicago Linguists said about these gestures. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-gestures/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) THE DEAF AND THE POLICE We are always reading in the newspapers of ugly confrontations between the deaf and the police - all because we, the deaf, cannot hear. DeafDigest editor had the unfortunate experience of being confronted by an angry police officer recently. He was shouting something behind the editor's back, and thinking he was being ignored, became "in your face" confrontational. And when the officer was told of the deafness, he simply spoke even faster and faster. Nothing ugly came out of it, though, but a formal protest was filed with the appropriate authorities. Come to think of it, it seems that almost every single deaf person, just at least once in his life, have had an ugly confrontation with the police! This is, indeed, so unfortunate and so unnecessary. SENATOR EDWARD KENNEDY AND THE DEAF Senator Edward M Kennedy has departed us. Has he ever been involved with the deaf? DeafDigest does not think so, but he did receive a letter from a deaf man in connection with the assassination of his older brother John F. who served as our president. Virgil (Ed) Hoffman, a deaf man, claimed to have witnessed the shooting and wanted to share the information with the Secret Service but got nowhere. He then wrote a letter to Sen. Kennedy, who then sidestepped the issue, saying the Warren Commission report put a closure to this case. ................................................................ Meet and chat with deaf singles and friends worldwide on the largest deaf network on the internet ! * Find out why Deaf Match International works....since 2001 * Sign up and list your profile for FREE * The most Deaf and Hard of Hearing singles online - thousands of members ! Visit: www.DeafMatchInternational.com .................................... Get a FREE Sidekick 2008 with $29.99/mo. unlimited data plan ! 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GALLAUDET'S CONTRIBUTION TO EDUCATION OF THE HEARING When we see the name "Gallaudet" we immediately associate it with the Education of the Deaf, both K-12 and college. But has Gallaudet contributed to the Education of the Hearing? Yes, but not of Gallaudet University, but by Thomas H. Gallaudet, who founded the American School for the Deaf, and whose son founded Gallaudet University. Thomas came up with the whole-word teaching method in hopes of helping the deaf students learn how to read better. Instead, this method was adapted to the hearing classrooms! To get an idea of what this is all about, do click on: http://wik.ed.uiuc.edu/index.php/Whole_word_approach ................................................................ ATTENTION DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) employees Read this notice if you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 2997, and failed or would fail the hearing standard established by the Department of Transportation (DOT) FOR DRIVERS OF COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES The purpose of this notice is to inform you of a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) employees and applicants for driving positions who use sign language as a primary means of communication due to hearing loss or limitation and who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by the DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. The class action settlement, which must be approved by the Court, was reached in connection with a lawsuit, Bates v. UPS, N.D. Cal. Case No. C99-2216 TEH. The lawsuit, which was filed in 1999, alleges that UPS engaged in discrimination in violation of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and various California laws, by requiring all drivers and driver applicants for positions involving driving UPS delivery vehicles on the public roads to pass the DOT hearing standard for drivers of commercial motor vehicles ("Driving Claims"). UPS has denied any liability or wrongdoing. If you are a current employee of UPS, or you were employed by UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time beginning June 25, 1997, use sign language as a primary means of non-written communication due to a hearing loss or limitation, and failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles, you may be a member of the class affected by this lawsuit and entitled to object to the proposed settlement. The proposed settlement Agreement is available on-line at http://www.dralegal.org . If you would like additional information about this lawsuit and the settlement, including a copy of the Settlement Agreement, you can also contact Class Counsel at: Laurence Paradis DISABILITY RIGHTS ADVOCATES 2001 Center Street, Fourth Floor Berkeley, California 94704-1204 Telephone: (510) 665-8644 Facsimile: (510) 665-8511 TTY: (510) 665-8716 mailto:lparadis@dralegal.org If you would like to object, you or your attorney must notify the Settlement Administrator by a letter, postmarked by November 26, 2009 and addressed to: Bates v. UPS Settlement Administrator c/o Rust Consulting, Inc. P.O. Box 9427 Minneapolis, MN 55440-9427 ................................................................ NTID WORKING WITH 2012 OLYMPICS The NTID is working with the 2012 Olympics. No, it is not our NTID in Rochester, NY; it is the NTID in Australia. In Australia, NTID is spelled out as National Talent Identification and Development squad. Its' mission is to locate best athletes that can represent Australia at the 2012 Olympics. Hearing Olympics, not the Deaf Olympics, though! DEAF ISSUES (short series; based on comments by educators and deaf service professionals) Many counselors, working with the deaf, are more of personal aides than as professional counselors. Their tasks include taking their students to the office of the school nurse, or going to the bookstore to help them purchase books. (series to continue until it runs out) WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being asked by someone in the audience: do you follow your client all day? if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series What should a CART provider do if he or she doesn't hear or understand what is being said in a classroom? Should the CART provider interrupt the speaker? The CART provider's job in a classroom is to provide equal access. Sometimes a student or teacher may be mumbling, and no one in the room can hear or understand everything that is being said. The hearing people might only be getting the gist of what is being said because they are missing words here and there. It is the CART provider's job to communicate that information to the CART consumer. Sometimes a student who is very shy or has a foreign accent is called upon to answer a question, and he or she is unsure of the answer. The student may intentionally mumble or speak very softly or unclearly because they are very nervous and really don't want everyone in the class to hear what they have to say. Interrupting that student might make the student even more flustered and make it more difficult for them to speak in front of the class. In that circumstance, rather than interrupting the student, it would probably be better for the CART provider to communicate to the CART consumer the manner in which the student is speaking. ................................................................ ................................................................ weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday ................................................................ ................................................................ WHO IS IN CHARGE OF A MAINSTREAMED PROGRAM IN A SCHOOL DISTRICT? principal (in many school districts we would expect a principal, or a director or a coordinator or a supervisor or someone with an appropriate title that would direct their mainstreamed programs; some districts are different and this reflects in a startling title above. Be surprised or shocked every week until series run out) (end of series - next week, new series) ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of the Gold section ................................................................ ................................................................ Tour of America's National Parks Glacier National Park, Montana to Las Vegas July 11 - 30, 2010 For more info contact: Joy Carney at mailto:joyfulcarney@comcast.net ................................................................ ................................................................ Hot DeafNews boring, but important! A bunch of disability advocates are getting together in October at Ottawa, Ontario to discuss museum accessibility issues. This includes interpreting and captions for deaf visitors. Conference takes place at the National Gallery of Canada. .. The Deaf and the Law location: Mississippi case a deaf man had problems with the pump at the gas station, and pressed on the "help" button. After waiting, he gave up and walked to the counter. He slipped and fell down and got hurt. He filed a lawsuit against the gas station. result: case was thrown out of the court comment: the proprietor should have walked over to the deaf person, offering him assistance. It did not occur to him that if a person does not respond to "help" instructions, it is because he is deaf. .. DeafADA Issue of the Week: What has become of the The ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA)? It was signed into law by Bush, effective the first of this year. Confusion stems over the need to re-write the regulations, just normal stuff on the Capitol Hill when laws are passed but regulations not written in. .. The Captioning Blunder of the Week: the hung aryan (Hungarian) man was talking about .... What became of? Brian Determan - past RIT/NTID graduate - present Deafness Resource Specialist in Texas, advising agencies of deaf rights with respect to ADA regulations mailto:barry@deafdigest.com with "past" and "present" details .. News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: The Homecoming Day football game at Alabama School for the Deaf will be something special - deaf skydiver Billy Vance will parachute down on the football field just before the kickoff. While parachuting down, an American flag will be attached to the landing gear. It is believed that this stunt is a historic first. The date of the jump is September 11th. .. News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Do we have big time collegiate jocks that care about the deaf? Hope so, but we have at least one - Jordan Steffy, a promising freshman QB with the University of Maryland football team, is it. As a high school student Jordan knew of a deaf student that suffered seizures. Not willing to let it go, he hit on his fellow students at a high school basketball game, collecting $1,200 in donations. The money was then earmarked towards deaf student's operation. University of Maryland is in the backyard of Washington, DC which has a large deaf population. Hmmmm! (editor's note: injuries prevented Steffy from achieving his football potential; he has since then graduated and have moved on) .... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: Nike, the popular sports shoe company, swims in billions of dollars per year. Nike also has a deaf employee that helps design shoes. Nike pleads poverty as an excuse for turning down the deaf designer's interpreter requests. .. A Vocational Rehabilitation counselor's great news: a former Cy Young winner, who now works as a professor and operates a baseball school, sends you email giving career advice for your customer. Nowadays many celebrities don't feel up to talking to everyday people, but this one was helpful in helping this counselor do his job! .. A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say? Jamaica or shoemaker (both words look the same when you try to lipread) if you have lipreading tales, please share these with mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Director, Career Center Gallaudet University Washington, DC http://www.gallaudet.edu Deadline: Open until filled DIRECTOR, CAREER CENTER, position available at Gallaudet University. Incumbent will direct, organize, provide leadership and manage activities of the Career Center which include: all internship programs on and off campus, career services incorporating the campus-wide co-op/internship program, employer development and training, career development courses, individual counseling, career development group services, on-campus recruitment program, and graduate student internships and practica; and, the provision of services to disabled students; supervise professional and support staff; plan and manage the Career Center's budget; perform public relations work with parents, financial supporters, and various departments on campus; plan and implement programs concerned with the development and enhancement of students' vocational self-concept, vocational maturity, career entry skills and career planning ability and strengthen the relationship between academics and career planning; provide leadership in job development strategies and efforts that will lead to new or wider employment opportunities for Gallaudet University graduates; assume responsibility for research and program evaluation activities for the Center; and plan and direct public information and public relations activities for the Center. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in counseling, student affairs, human development, guidance or closely related field. Three years progressively responsible experience in career development program, i.e., in a higher education setting. Knowledge of career and general student development theory at the post-secondary educational level. Two years demonstrated competency in a management, supervisory, or coordination capacity. Working knowledge of and experience with strategic planning and budget. Working knowledge of educational, psychological, social, cultural and vocational aspects of deafness. Experience in program development. Demonstrated ability to collect, organize, synthesize, analyze and present information clearly. Excellent communication skills. Willingness to become fluent in American Sign Language. Excellent benefits package and competitive salary range starting at $81,100 annually. To apply, send cover letter, Gallaudet application, and current resume to: Gallaudet University Human Resources Services 800 Florida Avenue, NE College Hall, room 106 Washington, DC 20002 Emailed ( mailto:personnel.office@gallaudet.edu ) or faxed (202-651-5344) documents are acceptable. For more information, go to http://www.gallaudet.edu for application and complete list of vacancies. Gallaudet University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job opening Outreach Coordinator District of Columbia Telecommunications Relay Services & Captioned Telephone Relay Services Washington, DC Hamilton Relay, Inc. currently has a Full-Time position open for District of Columbia Outreach Coordinator Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Services Location: District of Columbia Position summary: This full-time position is responsible for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) and Captioned Telephone Relay Service (CapTel?) outreach activities, marketing, and gathering information which will help improve the quality of service and increase the number of customers served in the District of Columbia. Individual will be required to travel as needed. Preferred education, experience and skills: - Knowledge of American Sign Language is preferred. - Experience in public relations activities. - Direct work experience with Telecommunication Relay Service or knowledge of Captioned Telephone Relay Service is helpful. - Individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply - Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines. - Strong written, analytical and interpersonal skills. - Hold a valid driver?s license. Interested individuals may apply by logging on to: http://www.hamiltonrelay.com/corporate/careers/index.html, or may contact Cindy Blase in the Human Resource Corporate Department by September 8, 2009. Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Hamilton Relay, Inc. is a division of Hamilton Telecommunications based in Aurora, NE. Hamilton offers a competitive wage and benefits package. Contact our HR Dept. at: 800.821.1831 V/TTY or email at mailto:HR@hamiltontel.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- announcing an opening for Assistant Director of Outreach Education The American School for the Deaf West Hartford, CT ASD is located on a 54-acre campus in West Hartford, CT SCOPE OF DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Director of Outreach Education, supervises the work of teachers, educational consultants, educational interpreters and teacher aides working in public school classrooms in collaboration with local school districts throughout the state of Connecticut. Exercises considerable leadership, ingenuity and flexibility to adapt a program to fit the needs, abilities, and learning styles of Deaf/Hard of Hearing students; does related work as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf; Connecticut Teacher Certification, Connecticut Intermediate Supervisory Certificate or ability to secure same. A minimum of five years of teaching experience working with deaf and hard of hearing children and youth. Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI) level of Advanced preferred. Knowledge of Special Education and the instructional issues related to the needs of Deaf/hard of Hearing Students. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation range is negotiable. Retirement, group health insurance, and other fringe benefits are available. HOW TO APPLY: Visit our website, http://www.asd-1817.org to download an application or send resume and letter of application to: Human Resources American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107-1269 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job Announcements Indiana School for the Deaf Indianapolis, IN The Indiana School for the Deaf currently has job openings/postings for the following positions: Job Posting # Closing Date Sub Teachers (5) 564869 09/08/2009 Spoken English Specialist 564757 09/09/2009 Early Intervention Specialist 564871 09/01/2009 Audiologist 564868 09/01/2009 (#) = number of jobs available for that position. Applicants must submit an Indiana State Application via the Indiana State Personnel website at www.in.gov/jobs If you have any questions please contact Carole Morgan in our Human Resources Department via telephone (317/920-6340 v/tty) or E-Mail: mailto:cmorgan@isd.k12.in.us Website: http://www.deafhoosiers.com/ Mission Statement: The Indiana School for the Deaf Community promotes academic and social excellence for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students through a Bilingual/Bicultural environment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Controller CSDVRS, LLC aka The Z(tm) Clearwater, FL Description: Growing, high-tech video relay service company overlooking the Gulf in Clearwater seeking Controller with 10+ years experience reporting to the CFO. Responsibilities: - Full responsibility for monthly financial statements - Oversee daily operations of the finance department - Review monthly account reconciliations - Prepare various operational and financial analyses - Prepare annual budget and periodic forecasts - Inventory analysis - Recommend benchmarks and track operational and financial performance - Prepare annual and periodic reports required by regulatory agencies - Monitoring and implementing internal control and processes throughout the company - Direct external financial audits and provide recommendations for improvement - Prepare and monitor MBOs for executives - Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget - Oversee all state reporting requirements (approximately 30 states) Additional adhoc projects as required by the CFO and/or CEO Qualifications: - BA degree in accounting and CPA required. - Public accounting experience preferred. Requirements: - Expert excel skills required - Proficient in Word and PowerPoint - Navision software experience preferred Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NO CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN UNLESS SALARY REQUIREMENT IS INCLUDED Benefits: Group Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short / Long Term Disability, Paid Holidays and 401(K). Application Deadline: Open until filled. Contact E-Mail: mailto:jobs@zvrs.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Deaf Service Center Glenside, PA Deaf Services Center (DSC) is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and hard of hearing children and adults. We take great pride that our program is strongly Deaf centered with about 85% of our staff being Deaf or hard of hearing. Our staff environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support. As a result, we are rapidly growing with new programs and expansions of our existing programs. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or have many years experience in the field of human services we have a career building position waiting for you! DSC is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community to fill the following positions: - PROGRAM DIRECTOR: INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES: (Full time) This position oversees the case management services for clients who reside in the community. Responsibilities include: day to day management and supervision of case management; coordination of services and programs with other service agencies; manage program expenses accordingly with budget; provide supervision, crisis management, training and coordinate scheduling for case managers; participate in meetings with Deaf Services Center programs as well as other programming service providers. Qualifications: a bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, political science, history, criminal justice, theology, counseling, education, or be a registered nurse and 5 years of mental health direct care experience preferably in a case management setting, must have 2 years of supervisory experience. Fluency in American Sign Language required. - STAFF INTERPRETER: (Full time preferred) Responsibilities include: Interpret for emergencies (physical and psychiatric), mental health evaluations, groups, staff meetings and sessions, home visits with deaf adults and children. Also interpret for in internal office and community meetings with both hearing and deaf professional staff. Must be able to work with a team of hearing and/or deaf interpreters and be a team player. The qualified candidate shall possess: AA degree with minimum 2 years of Interpreting experience with Deaf individuals. Knowledge of mental illness and/or developmental disabilities is a plus. Must be willing to travel throughout the SE counties and be flexible to do some evenings and weekends when needed. Current national certification and PA State Registered through ODHH are preferred. Full/part time position available (Note: Full time includes complete benefits package, pt does not include benefits.) - OFFICE COORDINATOR: (Full time) Responsibilities include: Prepare and process personnel files, organize & monitor training activities, maintain training records, compile various reports, memos and minutes, maintain HR database, and complete payroll items. Provide technical assistance with various office equipment and trouble shoot facility/maintenance issues when needed. Assist with providing consultation to supervisory staff on issues surrounding human resources related issues, policies and procedures. Assist in licensure/audit activities for all programs. Assist with supervising & training support staff. The qualified candidate shall possess: Bachelors Degree in business administration, human resources management or related field with 6 years of administrative experience. Must have strong skills in Microsoft office software. - RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS: (various positions available) This position provides direct client services including encouraging client independence in areas such as skills in daily living and community integration. The qualified candidate shall possess: HS + 1 year related experience or AA; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; minimum of 2 years experience with Deaf Community; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf Consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Duties: Provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Send your letter of intent and resumes to: Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR Deaf Services Center 614 N. Easton Road, 2nd Floor Glenside PA 19038 Email: mailto:lclaypool@salisb.com or Fax: 215-884-9774 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Interpreter Coordinator - Full Time Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, Maryland Responsibilities: Coordinates all aspects of the Interpreting Program to include, scheduling and providing interpreting services for a variety of situations for staff, individuals, healthcare providers, businesses, etc. through the Eastern Shore; assigns and manages the contractual interpreters with various assignments; coordinates, manages and facilitates the Interpreter Network Committee to assist with planning and promoting workshops for local interpreters, Adheres to the Code of Ethics established by RID. Qualifications: Fluency in American Sign Language and written English, Certification from the Registry of Interpreters (RID) or other certification agent preferred, High School degree required. Excellent interpersonal, typing and computer skills. Ability to keep confidentiality. Valid driver's license required and good driving record. Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Pension, Life, Vacation, sick and personal leave. To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to: Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. Human Resources Department 806 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, Maryland 21804 or fax to 410-543-4874 Or email mailto:dila@dila.org You may also apply on line at http://www.dila.org Position is open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special notes: (located at the bottom of the Gold section) http://www.deafdigest.com
DeafDigest – 23 August 2009
By admin on August 23, 2009
DeafDigest Gold - August 23, 2009 Gold edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://www.deafdigest.com - updated every Mwonday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 13th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://www.deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASL Videos of the Week: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-unlipreadable/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-hollywood/ .. Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: http://deafdigest.com/comics/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Many Choices Available at Harris-Wireless At the Harris-Wireless store you can choose the wireless device and phone/data plan that works for you! Check out the new Blackberry Tour, Blackberry 8900, and Palm Pre. There are many wireless devices available at Harris-Wireless, with plans from ATT, TMobile, Verizon, Sprint, Nextel and Alltel. 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It offers a wide array of services and products including: Investments Life Insurance Long Term Care Insurance Retirement Planning Education Planning Tax Planning Estate Planning Two office locations, four financial advisors, and four staff members - working together as ONE team to help you work toward your financial goals. For further information or to make an appointment, click into http://www.kramerfinancial.com Kramer Financial 9099 Ridgefield Drive, Suite 101 Frederick, MD 21701 240-379-6908 VP/TTY 240-379-6929 voice Securities and advisory services offered through FSC Securities Corporation, Member FINRA/SIPC, and a registered investment advisor. Kramer Financial is not affiliated with FSC Securities Corporation or registered as a broker/dealer or investment advisor. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Refinance your adjustable rate mortgage into a low fixed-rate mortgage. 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(from two years ago) Still on the same topic re deafness being viewed differently in Asia, the mayor of Taipei City in Taiwan is implying that we, the deaf, are not normal. The mayor gave the opening speech at the World Deaf Swimming Championships. He said: that this swimming championship is different from other games only normal people can participate in Well, Jeff Float and Terence Parkin, these two famous deaf swimmers, have won medals at past Olympics. According to the mayor, these two elite-level swimmers are not normal! .. If deaf kids at Lexington School for the Deaf cover their ears, it is for a good reason. The Jackson Heights, NY neighborhood, where the school is located, is having issues with the city regarding trucks that roar through the streets, designed to handle heavy traffic. This issue was brought up in a recent newspaper story. .. The National Council on Disability (NCD) wants to hear from us, the deaf, on future issues of concern. Our issues, and other disabilility-related issues will be compiled in a report that will be given to the President and Congress. .. Attention: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc (UPS) employees If you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 1997, please read the announcement posted in the Blue edition. There is a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former UPS employees and applicants for driving positions who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. .. Join us on September 25th and 26th For the WPSD Homecoming Weekend & 140th Anniversary Celebration Spend the weekend catching up with old friends and cheering on the WPSD Lions at volleyball and soccer games against PSD. Enjoy the humor of CJ Jones on Friday evening and celebrate WPSD's long history at the dinner on Saturday evening. For more information, visit the wpsd website by clicking the WPSD logo here:Please note: Hotel rooms in the Pittsburgh area are at a premium due to the G 20 Summit meeting we urge you to make your hotel reservations as soon as possible. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology .............................................................. .............................................................. SUBSTITUTE ORAL SCHOOL TEACHERS All schools have a list of their own substitute teachers. DeafDigest editor remembers his young days at 47 School for the Deaf in New York City. It was an oral school, ASL was not permitted. All of the regular teachers could be lipreadable. That was no problem in the classroom. The problem was with the substitute teachers. Many of these subs were impossible to lipread! We suffered in the classroom when the regular teachers were absent and substitutes hired to replace them for the day. 47 School for the Deaf has been ASL for the past 25 years. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-unlipreadable/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) HOLLYWOOD CAMERA PEOPLE KNOW NOTHING ABOUT THE DEAF In some movies that involve deaf characters, we often see deaf actors without their hands. These cameras focus on deaf faces and deaf bodies but not deaf hands. This is not good - because without deaf hands we can't see them signing! Does it mean Hollywood camera people know nothing about the deaf? - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-hollywood/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) THE NORTH POLE FIRST AND ONLY DEAF? Oliver Westbury, a deaf Briton, reached the North Pole on foot in April 2008. He said he was the first and the only deaf person to reach North Pole. The first? The only? North Pole, once thought to be inaccessible, has been more and more accessible in recent years. Do we know if Westbury was the first (and the only) deaf person or if there were other deaf persons that we know nothing about? DEALING WITH LATE-DEAFENED EMPLOYEES The Royal National Institute for Deaf People (Great Britain) came up with a report. It said that majority of British employers are not prepared to deal with late deafness among their older employees. This is sad, if this is true. A PERFECT QUOTE We are waiting for the announcement of the new Gallaudet president. Also, the NAD will be seeking a new CEO. Joel Trachtenberg, not deaf, was a former president of George Washington University, located in Washington, DC. He said: being president of a university is no way for an adult to make a living This quote also applies to the NAD! TAKING THE CLUNKER HIT A certain hearing aid dealer has taken a hint from the "Cash for Clunkers" program. This dealers is offering a rebate in exchange for an old hearing aid. The rebate is to be applied towards a newer, and more modern, hearing aid. HEARING AID VS CI (SHORT SERIES) A Hearing Aid vs a CI, who wins? A hearing aid wins at the start, but at the end of the race, the CI wins! TALES FROM FORMER DEAF PIZZA DRIVERS (series to be run on a weekly basis until list of tales run out) I delivered pizzas on the side while attending NTID/RIT. I made good money on tips; I was aware that deaf customers do not tip that well, or at all. What I did was to educate them on the need to pay tips since I needed money to pay for my college education. I would charge them $12.00 for a $10.00 pizza and they all paid up with no questions! This pay-up tip trick worked well. If you are a former Deaf Pizza Driver and have an interesting tale, please share it with: mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section .............................................................. .............................................................. WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? In the Netherlands, there is an abbreviation that is spelled DEAF. DEAF as in deaf? No. Spelled out in full, it is: Dutch Electronic Art Festival .............................................................. .............................................................. 31st World's Largest ASL Silent Weekend in 2010 Signing Greeting Cards ASL and Interpreting DVDs We had over 600 at the recent silent weekend. The venue for the June 24-27, 2010 event will handle 700-1000 participants and include a medical interpreting track. Novice, beginning, intermediate and advanced ASL and ITP students, as well as interpreters (CEUs offered) will have around 150 hours of seminars to choose from. The 31st Silent Weekend is at the Florida Hotel at the Florida Mall in Orlando with its huge food court allowing you to have a complete meal for $5.99 instead of paying $20-30 at other conferences' hotel prices. The room costs are even lower next year ... just $105 with free parking and unlimited free internet! Students and professionals seeking to improve their skills can bring family members and they can take novice sign language classes for just $89 per person! There will be group registration opportunities online after July 1 at www.DrSign.com . There are simply no other local, regional or national conferences offering you so many hours of classes as inexpensively as the Silent Weekends. Just check them out! Final details will be online beginning in August but the cost per person is as low as $149 per person and exhibit tables at $150. Sign language DVDs are available online at http://www.DrSign.com - A DVD "When 'Duck' is not Enough" to show you how to represent inanimate objects is now available. The 8th Florida/Alaska Motorcycle Charity Run for deaf babies is finished. This was the world's longest group motorcycle benefit run. See http://www.deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,705315218,00.html for an article from a newspaper. See http://www.AlaskaBikeRun.com for updates and photos. These trips will take place every year so why not make plans to join us now in 2010 for a Bed and Breakfast tour? Please browse our selection of signing greeting cards at: http://www.DrSign.com .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! Hearing aids for the children will be covered in the Health Plan that the Congress is considering. But hearing aids for adults will not be covered! As a "compromise" legislation in both houses propose to give a tax break for hearing aid purchases. .. DeafLibrary Page of the Week What happens if a teacher of the deaf is not hired? Do click on: http://deafdigest.com/not-hired/ (on a rotating basis, a different DeafLibrary Page topic will be featured every week) .. Deaf Picture of the Week: Heather Weil assistant golf pro at golf course in South Carolina http://www.dataw.org/golf/golf-pros/heather-weil/ .. Question of the week: Q. Do deaf people sign in their sleep? A. Probably a few of them send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. .. Wish List of the Week: that our Deaflympics team will come home from Taiwan with a harvest of gold medals .. DeafHistory - Looking Back: Year 1911 - Cal Rodgers became the first deaf pilot to fly from coast to coast (New York to California). .. Deaf and the Money: If you were at a race track and noticed a horse with a deaf name, would you place your $2.00 bet on him? Some years ago at a New York race track, a horse named "On Deaf Ears" was entered in a race. Odds on that horse was 15 to 1. On Deaf Ears finished last in the race .. DeafNumbers of the Week: 12 the number of deaf individuals that own shares in Green Bay Packers, a famous football team (yes, the Packers provide interpreters at the annual shareholders' meetings) .. DeafDigest Sports to read weekly summary on deafsports, click on: http://deafdigest.com/deafsports DeafDigest Sports is a no-cost subscription available only for DeafDigest subscribers; e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com there are no web page postings with DeafDigest Sports; you have to subscribe to keep up with deafsports in depth! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions ADVOCATES INC. Framingham, MA Has open positions for: - Direct Care Counselors - Awake Overnight Counselors Full and Part Time positions are available to work in our Deaf programs. If you are interested please go to http://www.advocatesinc.org and fill out an online application under jobs. Advocates' philosophy is based on common values and principles that guide the delivery of all of the services we provide. We believe that all individuals have the right to pursue their personal goals and to contribute to the community. We believe they are entitled to receive accessible services; to live in decent and affordable housing; to be treated with dignity and respect; and to live in inclusive and diverse communities. The employees of Advocates and the recipients of the services we provide work together with the community to ensure that these universal rights are promoted and protected. Advocates offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 410(k) plan and a six-week holiday/vacation package. Advocates is an EOE committed to employing a diverse workforce. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Seeking Applicants For Faculty Positions (Tenure/Non-Tenure Track) Rochester Institute of Technology National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY NTID, one of the eight colleges of RIT, is the first and largest technical college serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Nearly 1,450 deaf and hard-of-hearing students from across the United States, as well as other countries, study and reside at RIT with 16,000 hearing students. The department of Science and Mathematics at NTID seeks faculty to teach/tutor deaf and hard of hearing students in the fields of chemistry, biology, mathematics and physics. For detailed job descriptions please visit: RIT Career Zone at https://mycareer.rit.edu and enter the IRC# or select National Technical Institute for the Deaf for College/ Division. Discipline Job Category IRC# Chemistry Non-tenure track 30317 Chemistry Tenure track 30459 Biology Tenure track 30318 Math/Physics Tenure track 30301 Review of applications will begin Aug 31, 2009 and continue until position is filled. All applicants must apply online at https://mycareer.rit.edu Search under IRC# We are seeking individuals who are committed to contributing to RIT's core values, honor code, and statement of diversity. People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about NTID at RIT visit http://www.ntid.rit.edu -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- looking for Residential Counselors SharpVisions Eastern region of Pennsylvania Customizing support for people with challenging disabilities SharpVisions is an innovative non-profit human services organization providing customized supports for people throughout the Eastern region of PA. We are currently looking for Residential Counselors to work in our live-in Comprehensive Living Residential Program that are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and have a background working with clients in the autistic spectrum to work with deaf or HOH clients in the Easton area. Job duties will include assistance with daily living requirements, management of significant social challenges, and participation in community activities. Some travel will be required. The incumbent will be scheduled to work block shifts that are 2? days (56 continuous hours with two sleep periods). Blocks available are Sun-Wed, Wed-Fri and Fri-Sun. Applicants must be 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. A BA in Psychology or related field is preferred, OR a high school diploma or GED with several years relevant experience in human services. We offer competitive wage rates, full medical & dental coverage, as well as excellent paid leave time. Resumes may be faxed to 412-456 2145 or emailed to mailto:careers@sharpvisions.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Office and Communication Support Specialist Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocacy Resource Center Sparks, Nevada for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/dhharc-sparks -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Shared Reading Video Outreach Project (SRVOP) Program Specialist Washington State Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss Washington School for the Deaf Vancouver, WA Requires: 4-year degree, technology-savvy, American Sign Language See job recruitment at http://www.wsd.wa.gov Closes: Open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - Coordinator, Statewide Services, D & HOH Children - MS/HS Leader Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, Delaware please click on these links to get job description and application procedures - Coordinator, Statewide Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_CoordStwideSvcs.pdf - MS/HS Leader http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_school_leader_dsd_grade_7_12.pdf -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking qualified individuals - Science Teacher - Math Teacher - Speech Teacher The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf Jackson Heights, NY The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf has served the broader Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community of the New York metropolitan area since 1864. Lexington has evolved to offer vital services in a range of important areas. Lexington strives to be a leading educational, advocacy, and social service agency on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Lexington provides a comprehensive education for children and parents in its Ready-to-Learn Program, ages 0-3, preschool, elementary, middle and high school programs, a foreign language transitional program, and the Special Education Unit for deaf with multiple disabilities. The curriculum meets standards set by the New York State Education Department. The high school is fully-accredited and like public high schools confers New York State Regents and Individual Education Plan (IEP) diplomas. Upon graduation, our students attend Gallaudet University, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, various universities and other two year colleges, or go directly into the work force or into further training programs. Lexington is seeking qualified individuals for the following job openings: - Science Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Math Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Speech Teacher (NYS Certification required- TSHH) Please email your resume to: mailto:jobopportunites@lexnyc.org or fax to 718-350-3332, indicating which position you are interested in. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Mental Health Technician National Deaf Academy Mt. Dora, Florida Responsible for the daily supervision and monitoring of residents safety, activities of daily living, school attendance and recreation activities. Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Experience working in behavioral health setting preferred. Fluent in ASL preferred. American Sign Language training provided on site. FT and Per Diem, all shifts available. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Fax resume to Human Resources: (352)735-4939 or send resume to: National Deaf Academy, Attention: Human Resources, 19650 US Hwy 441, Mt. Dora, Florida 32757. Phone (352)735-9500. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Vacancy Notice Department Chair: American Sign Language and Interpreting Education (ASLIE) National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY DESCRIPTION: NTID is one of the eight colleges within Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), a national center of educational excellence. It is located in Rochester, New York, which is home to a large and vibrant Deaf community and has been named as one of the top 100 American cities in which to raise a family. The RIT community is diverse, dynamic, and excellence-driven. Within the college of NTID, the ASLIE department provides American Sign Language instruction to the university's faculty, staff, and students. In addition, the ASLIE department educates students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the field of ASL/English interpretation. Chair responsibilities, in addition to traditional faculty responsibilities, include: Provide strategic direction for the design, delivery, and on-going evaluation of curricula; manage the composition, evaluation, and development of the department's human resources; monitor budget and maintain departmentally-assigned resources; represent the department to internal RIT and NTID stakeholders as well as national stakeholders; and provide programmatic and curricular leadership to a nationally recognized faculty in the fields of American Sign Language instruction and ASL/English Interpreting education. Review of applications will begin Sept 30th and will continue until position is filled. For a complete job description and to apply online, visit the RIT Career Zone: http://mycareer.rit.edu KEYWORD SEARCH: IRC#30398 Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States Rochester Institute of Technology is an EO/AA Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Assistant Director of Residential Services http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx?jobid=752 - Residential Advisor http://www.deafdigest.com/resid.doc - Teacher (Blind/Deaf) http://www.deafdigest.com/lcs.doc - Substitute Teacher (P/T-Hourly) http://www.deafdigest.com/sub.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- more position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Teacher - Middle School Science http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx http://www.spa.ga.gov/word/jobinfo/stateapp-emp.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (updated August 23rd) - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT GLAD !! - * Job Developer/Interpreterd -- Anaheim, Pacoima, CA * Community Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Community Advocate - Bakersfield, CA * Placement Coordinator - Crenshaw, 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 Specialist 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special Notes: Copyright 2009 by Barry Strassler, DeafDigest. 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DeafDigest – 23 August 2009
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Bloomquist Sr, who departed us. A graduate of Rochester School for the Deaf, he relocated to California and owned two printing shops, the Ken-Ton Printing Company and then the Bloomquist Printing Co. DeafDigest always admires deaf individuals that are able to operate businesses, and Bloomquist is one of them. .. Nancy J. Bloch, the NAD CEO, will be stepping down from her position on March 31, 2011. By then she will have served for 19 years, which is unusually long for a CEO position anywhere. The challenge facing the NAD board of directors is the same as the challenge facing the Gallaudet board of trustees - to find someone that will skillfully steer the ship through rocky waters. Some CEOs can do the job, some CEOs can't. .. The producers of the planned movie "Hamill" have been scouting the campus of the Rochester School for the Deaf. They want to see if the campus is the right fit for some scenes in the movie. No, Hamill never attended Rochester School for the Deaf, but we all know what Hollywood is all about. Matt Hamill is a ranking contender in the Ultimate Fighter ranks and while wrestling at RIT, he achieved an unusual feat - winning three NCAA championships in three different weight classes in three different years! .. South Carolina is probably the Mecca for golfers, as this state has many, many golf courses. If you are planning to golf at South Carolina, then maybe stopping at the Dataw Island Club would be a good idea. The assistant pro at this course is Heather Weil. She is deaf. DeafDigest, however, is not sure if she can sign. .. Attention: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc (UPS) employees If you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 1997, please read the announcement posted below in this edition. There is a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former UPS employees and applicants for driving positions who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) ................................................................ ................................................................ SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology ................................................................ ................................................................ OF OR FOR OR WITH? Many deaf people argue about this issue - "for" or "of" in a name of a deaf organization - such as National Association of the Deaf or National Association for the Deaf. What about "with"? Some years back there was a new group that called itself: Northern Michigan Association with the Deaf For or of or with? Your choice - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-with/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) TIME NEEDED TO LEARN FULL ASL If a hearing person was with a deaf group all day for five months without using voice and without being with hearing people, will he become an ASL expert? Five months? Well, a hearing person wanted to speak perfect Spanish. He went to a small town in Mexico for five months and did not speak English for five months. After 5 months he spoke good Spanish. ASL-learning, Spanish-learning - same thing?? - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-asllearning/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) SUBTITLES ALSO FOR HEARING The BBC, in Great Britain, is featuring a TV series titled "The Wire" which is a series of drama based in Baltimore. A deaf person would turn on the subtitles in order to understand the plot. A hearing person would also turn on the subtitles, but for a different reason. The dialogue, based on Baltimore street talk, has become so difficult for the average hearing person to understand. The subtitles, as turned on, helps the hearing person follow the plots. Subtitles for the deaf; subtitles for the hearing, two different reasons! A DEAF PERSON IN THE GEOPHYSICS FIELD What is geophysicist? Too complex to explain, but in short, it means study of earth sciences (earthquakes, oil fossils, shifting of land mass, etc). And do we have a deaf person in the geophysics field? There is one - Kyle Sterry, a Briton, who has been at this field for years. And like with other deaf scientists and engineers, he had to deal with resistance and barriers because of his deafness at the work place. ................................................................ 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Drivers of cars will be fined $500 or higher if their vehicles are outfitted with sound systems with outside speakers. Part of the fine will be earmarked for the Louisiana Commission for the Deaf! ................................................................ ATTENTION DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) employees Read this notice if you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 2997, and failed or would fail the hearing standard established by the Department of Transportation (DOT) FOR DRIVERS OF COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES The purpose of this notice is to inform you of a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) employees and applicants for driving positions who use sign language as a primary means of communication due to hearing loss or limitation and who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by the DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. The class action settlement, which must be approved by the Court, was reached in connection with a lawsuit, Bates v. UPS, N.D. Cal. Case No. C99-2216 TEH. The lawsuit, which was filed in 1999, alleges that UPS engaged in discrimination in violation of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and various California laws, by requiring all drivers and driver applicants for positions involving driving UPS delivery vehicles on the public roads to pass the DOT hearing standard for drivers of commercial motor vehicles ("Driving Claims"). UPS has denied any liability or wrongdoing. If you are a current employee of UPS, or you were employed by UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time beginning June 25, 1997, use sign language as a primary means of non-written communication due to a hearing loss or limitation, and failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles, you may be a member of the class affected by this lawsuit and entitled to object to the proposed settlement. The proposed settlement Agreement is available on-line at http://www.dralegal.org . If you would like additional information about this lawsuit and the settlement, including a copy of the Settlement Agreement, you can also contact Class Counsel at: Laurence Paradis DISABILITY RIGHTS ADVOCATES 2001 Center Street, Fourth Floor Berkeley, California 94704-1204 Telephone: (510) 665-8644 Facsimile: (510) 665-8511 TTY: (510) 665-8716 mailto:lparadis@dralegal.org If you would like to object, you or your attorney must notify the Settlement Administrator by a letter, postmarked by November 26, 2009 and addressed to: Bates v. UPS Settlement Administrator c/o Rust Consulting, Inc. P.O. Box 9427 Minneapolis, MN 55440-9427 ................................................................ A SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF A newspaper story posted on a web site mentioned "Wa School for the Deaf". DeafDigest editor stared at the name of the school, confused about it. It was a Ghanaian newspaper and why would it mention "Wa School for the Deaf"? It was as if it was in reference to the Washington School for the Deaf in Vancouver, WA with Wa abbreviated as Washington. But it was realized that Wa School for the Deaf is in Ghana whereas WA (or Washington) School for the Deaf is in Vancouver, Washington. DEAF ISSUES (short series; based on comments by educators and deaf service professionals) Most of the deaf education majors do not realize the realities of teaching the deaf in the classroom (series to continue until it runs out) WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being asked by someone in the audience: are you deaf or hearing? if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series As the new school year begins, many CART providers will find themselves working in college classrooms throughout the country. People have asked if these CART providers are eligible to receive college credit for the classes where they provide realtime. Unfortunately, CART providers cannot participate in the class. They are there to provide a service. It would be against the professional ethics of the National Court Reporters Association to be an active participant in the class and to provide the services of a CART provider. According to Article VIII of the NCRA CART Consumer Bill of Rights, which is "Staying in Role," "ART consumers have a right to expect CART providers to refrain from commenting, interjecting, advising, or in any way becoming involved in the assignment outside the role of communication access." CART providers review the class materials to enter terms and proper names for the course into their computerized dictionaries, but they don' have to take the tests or do the homework. ................................................................ ................................................................ weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday ................................................................ ................................................................ WHO IS IN CHARGE OF A MAINSTREAMED PROGRAM IN A SCHOOL DISTRICT? director, pupil services (in many school districts we would expect a principal, or a director or a coordinator or a supervisor or someone with an appropriate title that would direct their mainstreamed programs; some districts are different and this reflects in a startling title above. Be surprised or shocked every week until series run out) ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of the Gold section ................................................................ ................................................................ Tour of America's National Parks Glacier National Park, Montana to Las Vegas July 11 - 30, 2010 For more info contact: Joy Carney at mailto:joyfulcarney@comcast.net ................................................................ ................................................................ Hot DeafNews boring, but important! The police officer, who used his Taser to restrain a deaf man who stayed in the bathroom too long in a store in Alabama, was disciplined for this incident. His superior said the deaf man should have been taken home to the care of his parents instead of being arrested. The judge, by the way, would not sign off on arrest papers, and the case was quickly dismissed. .. The Deaf and the Law In 2000, "The Replacements" movie was produced. It was a football comedy. One of the actors in the movie portrayed a deaf football player, played by a hearing actor. Gallaudet was mentioned in a dialogue - which said that he could have played pro football, if not for his deafness. Did Gallaudet University lose out on its monetary interests because of the sole dialogue that mentioned Gallaudet? More and more universities are hiring agencies to oversee its rights and interests for that reason only. It is a complex issue that only attorneys can deal with. .. DeafADA Issue of the Week: A bookstore in Washington, DC posted this sign, which said: Please ask if you have difficulty in our store because of a special need, please ask any employee for assistance. Would this imply that if a deaf person entered the store he would have the right to request an interpreter because of a special need? This is for the attorneys and the courts to figure this one out! .. The Captioning Blunder of the Week: his estments (teammates) mobbed him at the home plate .... What became of? Jeff Float - Past a deaf swimmer winning the gold medal at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles - Present swimming coach at the Fountain of Youth in Sacramento mailto:barry@deafdigest.com with "past" and "present" details .. News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Last week's DEAFDIGEST mentioned that Greg Livadas covered the deaf beat for the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle newspaper. Well, Greg was the most surprised person around when the RID, at its recent convention in Boston, bestowed a honorary membership on him. He was in Boston to cover the convention for his newspaper and his articles about the deaf were duly noted by the RID. Congrats, Greg! (editor's note: Greg is now at NTID) .. News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Sen. Tom Harkin, whose brother was deaf, is considered to be our best friend on the Capitol Hill. Harkin, however, has a penchant for getting himself on newspaper front pages because of his comments on political issues. Writer James M. Perry, not deaf, has accused Harkin of stretching the truth on a given issue - saying that reporters have been mislead about the troubles of his deaf brother. .... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: Why is it that when a clueless hearing employee is told of his associate's deafness, he is prompted to talk faster and faster, making his unlipreadable lips even more unlipreadable? Panic attack? Possibly! .. 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Applicants must submit an Indiana State Application via the Indiana State Personnel website at www.in.gov/jobs If you have any questions please contact Carole Morgan in our Human Resources Department via telephone (317/920-6340 v/tty) or E-Mail: mailto:cmorgan@isd.k12.in.us Website: http://www.deafhoosiers.com/ Mission Statement: The Indiana School for the Deaf Community promotes academic and social excellence for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students through a Bilingual/Bicultural environment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Controller CSDVRS, LLC aka The Z(tm) Clearwater, FL Description: Growing, high-tech video relay service company overlooking the Gulf in Clearwater seeking Controller with 10+ years experience reporting to the CFO. Responsibilities: - Full responsibility for monthly financial statements - Oversee daily operations of the finance department - Review monthly account reconciliations - Prepare various operational and financial analyses - Prepare annual budget and periodic forecasts - Inventory analysis - Recommend benchmarks and track operational and financial performance - Prepare annual and periodic reports required by regulatory agencies - Monitoring and implementing internal control and processes throughout the company - Direct external financial audits and provide recommendations for improvement - Prepare and monitor MBOs for executives - Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget - Oversee all state reporting requirements (approximately 30 states) Additional adhoc projects as required by the CFO and/or CEO Qualifications: - BA degree in accounting and CPA required. - Public accounting experience preferred. Requirements: - Expert excel skills required - Proficient in Word and PowerPoint - Navision software experience preferred Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NO CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN UNLESS SALARY REQUIREMENT IS INCLUDED Benefits: Group Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short / Long Term Disability, Paid Holidays and 401(K). Application Deadline: Open until filled. Contact E-Mail: mailto:jobs@zvrs.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Opportunities Mississippi School for the Deaf Jackson, MS - Secondary Principal - Assistant Principal (Elementary Principal) - Elementary Dorm Director Go to http://www.mde.k12.ms.us for job descriptions Top candidates will be contacted for interviews. If interested please contact Sandra G. Edwards, Superintendent at: mailto:sgedwards@mde.k12.ms.us The Mississippi Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Girls Overnight Residential Counselor The Learning Center for the Deaf Framingham, MA * Girls Overnight Residential Counselor Residential Counselor will provide surveillance over a group of students in a residential setting just before, during and after sleeping periods until the first class begins or staff coverage. He/she may also monitor all residential activities, which support their residential students' social, physical, intellectual, communication and emotional development. Requirements: High School diploma with 2 years of experience in residential. Fluent in American Sign Language. Ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a team. Knowledge of issues and priorities important to the students' needs in residential program preferred. Competency in Microsoft Office software programs. Willingness to work a varied schedule. MA Driver License must be secured and in good standings. * Reports to Peter Bailey, Director of Student Life Please contact with cover letter, resume, 3 written references and employment application forms to: Judi Broderick Personnel Assistant The Learning Center for the Deaf 848 Central Street, Framingham, MA 01701 mailto:judi_broderick@tlcdeaf.org http://www.tlcdeaf.org The Learning Center for the Deaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our mission is to ensure that deaf and hard of hearing students achieve their full potential in an educational environment where language and communication are keys to building competence, character and community. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Deaf Service Center Glenside, PA Deaf Services Center (DSC) is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and hard of hearing children and adults. We take great pride that our program is strongly Deaf centered with about 85% of our staff being Deaf or hard of hearing. Our staff environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support. As a result, we are rapidly growing with new programs and expansions of our existing programs. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or have many years experience in the field of human services we have a career building position waiting for you! DSC is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community to fill the following positions: - PROGRAM DIRECTOR: INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES: (Full time) This position oversees the case management services for clients who reside in the community. Responsibilities include: day to day management and supervision of case management; coordination of services and programs with other service agencies; manage program expenses accordingly with budget; provide supervision, crisis management, training and coordinate scheduling for case managers; participate in meetings with Deaf Services Center programs as well as other programming service providers. Qualifications: a bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, political science, history, criminal justice, theology, counseling, education, or be a registered nurse and 5 years of mental health direct care experience preferably in a case management setting, must have 2 years of supervisory experience. Fluency in American Sign Language required. - STAFF INTERPRETER: (Full time preferred) Responsibilities include: Interpret for emergencies (physical and psychiatric), mental health evaluations, groups, staff meetings and sessions, home visits with deaf adults and children. Also interpret for in internal office and community meetings with both hearing and deaf professional staff. Must be able to work with a team of hearing and/or deaf interpreters and be a team player. The qualified candidate shall possess: AA degree with minimum 2 years of Interpreting experience with Deaf individuals. Knowledge of mental illness and/or developmental disabilities is a plus. Must be willing to travel throughout the SE counties and be flexible to do some evenings and weekends when needed. Current national certification and PA State Registered through ODHH are preferred. Full/part time position available (Note: Full time includes complete benefits package, pt does not include benefits.) - OFFICE COORDINATOR: (Full time) Responsibilities include: Prepare and process personnel files, organize & monitor training activities, maintain training records, compile various reports, memos and minutes, maintain HR database, and complete payroll items. Provide technical assistance with various office equipment and trouble shoot facility/maintenance issues when needed. Assist with providing consultation to supervisory staff on issues surrounding human resources related issues, policies and procedures. Assist in licensure/audit activities for all programs. Assist with supervising & training support staff. The qualified candidate shall possess: Bachelors Degree in business administration, human resources management or related field with 6 years of administrative experience. Must have strong skills in Microsoft office software. - RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS: (various positions available) This position provides direct client services including encouraging client independence in areas such as skills in daily living and community integration. The qualified candidate shall possess: HS + 1 year related experience or AA; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; minimum of 2 years experience with Deaf Community; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf Consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Duties: Provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Send your letter of intent and resumes to: Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR Deaf Services Center 614 N. Easton Road, 2nd Floor Glenside PA 19038 Email: mailto:lclaypool@salisb.com or Fax: 215-884-9774 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Interpreter Coordinator - Full Time Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, Maryland Responsibilities: Coordinates all aspects of the Interpreting Program to include, scheduling and providing interpreting services for a variety of situations for staff, individuals, healthcare providers, businesses, etc. through the Eastern Shore; assigns and manages the contractual interpreters with various assignments; coordinates, manages and facilitates the Interpreter Network Committee to assist with planning and promoting workshops for local interpreters, Adheres to the Code of Ethics established by RID. Qualifications: Fluency in American Sign Language and written English, Certification from the Registry of Interpreters (RID) or other certification agent preferred, High School degree required. Excellent interpersonal, typing and computer skills. Ability to keep confidentiality. Valid driver's license required and good driving record. Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Pension, Life, Vacation, sick and personal leave. To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to: Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. Human Resources Department 806 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, Maryland 21804 or fax to 410-543-4874 Or email mailto:dila@dila.org You may also apply on line at http://www.dila.org Position is open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Coordinator / P.R.I.D.E. Program (Full-time grant position) Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: As soon as possible PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Coordinator will assume and perform duties and responsibilities to provide employment training and job coaching to deaf adults who have additional disabilities. The Coordinator will supervise full-time staff; hire, assign, and supervise job coaches; develops and maintains interagency cooperation; develops consumer service plans; complete monthly, quarterly, annual reports required by RSD and VESID; administer program funds, check requests, purchase orders; and attend and lead meetings as necessary. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Human Service, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, or Vocational Rehabilitation Prior experience in Employment Services Proficiency in American Sign Language required Prior experience with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds 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, sex, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Campus Dean of Academic Affairs Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAMPUS DEAN OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree required, Doctorate degree recognized. Five (5) years related experience in personnel and fiscal management and planning and three (3) years teaching experience in higher education required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Campus Dean of Academic Affairs is responsible for planning, directing, developing, administering, and supervising the General Studies, Career and Technical Education, and Preparatory Studies departments. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at: http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Career Placement Counselor Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAREER PLACEMENT COUNSELOR. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree in Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, Social Work or Psychology or other related field. LPC, LMSW, CRC, LPC-I or a participant in a pre-licensure supervision program. Three years related experience required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Career Placement Counselor will provide career development, personal counseling services, and career and academic assessments to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Will assist students and faculty in student internship placement opportunities. Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on the demand of services and student schedules. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special notes: (located at the bottom of the Gold section) http://www.deafdigest.com
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DeafDigest Gold - August 16, 2009 Gold edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://www.deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 13th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://www.deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASL Videos of the Week: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-baseball/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-rid/ .. Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: http://deafdigest.com/comics/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- New Blackberry Smartphones and Data Plans at $29.99 a Month Save on Blackberry Devices at the Deaf Pager Store. The Blackberry Tour 9630 Smartphone is a fast and powerful international smartphone featuring 3G technology that keeps you connected in over 185 countries. Many other wireless devices are available including the new Palm Pre With data plans for only $29.99 a month, including unlimited text messaging, email and instant messaging, the Deaf Pager Store is the store for deaf and hard of hearing people. Check them all out at: http://www.deafpagerstore.com/?utm_source=ddgest&utm_medium=news&utm_campaign=g081609 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest welcomes unique deafnews tips; do email: mailto:barry@deafdigest.com sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always anonymous .. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Four Deaf Cartoons (Fogeys) are shown every week on: http://www.deafdigest.com/davideo.html Go there to look at the latest Cartoon -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Kramer Financial is a deaf financial services firm with representatives licensed and registered in 49 states and the District of Columbia. It offers a wide array of services and products including: Investments Life Insurance Long Term Care Insurance Retirement Planning Education Planning Tax Planning Estate Planning Two office locations, four financial advisors, and four staff members - working together as ONE team to help you work toward your financial goals. For further information or to make an appointment, click into http://www.kramerfinancial.com Kramer Financial 9099 Ridgefield Drive, Suite 101 Frederick, MD 21701 240-379-6908 VP/TTY 240-379-6929 voice Securities and advisory services offered through FSC Securities Corporation, Member FINRA/SIPC, and a registered investment advisor. Kramer Financial is not affiliated with FSC Securities Corporation or registered as a broker/dealer or investment advisor. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Refinance your adjustable rate mortgage into a low fixed-rate mortgage. 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The Z(tm) offers you the best in videophone technology with 24/7 access to topnotch, nationally certified interpreters and features you just can't get anywhere else! The choice is yours, and we can help find the videophone solution that's right for you. Are you always on the go? The Z-340's WiFi capabilities and lightweight, compact size make it perfect for travel. Do you want an easy-to-use, all-in-one videophone that is simple to install? Check out Z-Ojo! Tired of missing calls when you are in the next room? Our Z Alert feature will send a message to your PDA or pager to let you know someone is calling. And there's so much more! Go to http://www.zvrs.com for more information on all of our videophone solutions and features. Don't have a Z phone? 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It is at: http://www.post.gov.tw/post/internet/u_english/postal_d_new_stamp.jsp?view_no=4#intro .. Steven W. Noyce is the new superintendent of the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB). Is USDB a big or a small school? It is both! USDB oversees 2,200 deaf students in the entire state of Utah, working with local school districts. The main campus, in Ogden, however, has a small number of students. .. As times change, organizations must evolve and adapt. The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) is no exception. RID has a new section, titled Video Interpreters Member Section of RID. DeafDigest hopes that RID will help encourage young individuals to become certified interpreters so that shortages will cease to exist. .. Attention: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc (UPS) employees If you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 1997, please read the announcement posted in the Blue edition. There is a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former UPS employees and applicants for driving positions who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology .............................................................. .............................................................. DIFFERENT BASEBALL RULES IN JAPAN In 1998, the USA national deaf baseball team traveled to Japan to play 5 games against Japanese national deaf baseball team. When the Americans played their first game, they were very shocked and upset. The Japanese baseball team was not using a real baseball; they were using a hard ball covered by rubber. The American argued but the Japanese players told them it is the rules in Japan to use hard ball, not baseball. The Americans, not used to hard ball, lost first two games, but learned how to play with it, and won the last 3 games to come home to USA happy. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-baseball/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) WHO HELPED START THE REGISTRY OF INTERPRETERS FOR THE DEAF? The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) is the most important organization in the Deaf Community. Without RID, we are lost. Anyway RID was started in 1964 as a result of a workshop to deal with interpreting issues. The person whose idea that helped start RID was Dr. Edgar Lowell. He did not use sign language as he believed in the oral education of the deaf, yet he is the Father of RID. Deaf History is often funny. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-rid/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) THE FOUNTAIN PEN AND THE DEAF LEADERS How many of us use the fountain pen? Certainly not the DeafDigest editor, but he used this type of pen a long time ago. Anyway there was a "fountain pen" convention, or properly titled "Washington Fountain Pen Supershow" taking place last week in the Washington, DC area. Over 2,000 fountain pen users, some from as far as Saudi Arabia attended the show. What about us, the deaf, with the fountain pen? Well, on two separate occasions in the past, the DeafDigest editor was employed by the NAD. And the two executive directors that ran the NAD at these times were fountain pen users. And when they ran into fountain pen problems, one of the NAD employees had to run to the business supply stores to have the pens serviced. And the business store employees really did not know what to do - because hardly anyone used the fountain pen! THE JUDGES AND THE LAW CLERKS We now have a new Supreme Court justice. She will need to hire her own law clerks. And here comes the question - have we ever had deaf law clerks? The response is yes, and we've had about a dozen deaf law clerks over the years. A SIGN LANGUAGE COMPUTER GAME This may be good news for deaf people that are into computer games. The Alyx Half Life Episode 3 will include sign language with its next set of games. Gabe Newell, the game designer, has been learning sign language and has decided to put it into his game plans. THE ONE LESS SENSE TEAM WINS It was mentioned in DeafDigest a couple weeks ago that a deaf quiz team named "One Less Sense" has challenged the Eggheads to a quiz battle on British TV. The deaf team won, and the prize is $38,000 in USA dollars. The deaf team will continue to compete on TV. VALUE OF SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES Many high schools and colleges offer sign language classes. Is that good or bad? It is impossible to master the complex American Sign Language just by learning inside the classroom? And there is a matter of attitude. Some take sign language classes to meet foreign language requirement, completely avoiding French or Spanish classes. And by the time the semester ends, the most indifferent student would only just learn how to finger spell his name! THE CI AND THE DEAF SPEECH While surfing the web, DeafDigest editor bumped into a deaf education web site. It describes a report that was titled: Titterington, Jill, Henry, Alison, Kramer, Martin, Toner, Joe G. & Stevenson, Mike (2006). An investigation of weak syllable processing in deaf children with cochlear implants. Clinical Linguistics & Phonetics, 20 (4), 249-269. The link is at: http://www.informaworld.com/10.1080/02699200400015291 In layman's terms, it simply says that implanted deaf children may have problems with speech and pronunciation. Do keep in mind the report was distributed in 2006. It may be quite possible that advances in CI has been huge between 2006 and today, and that problems with deaf speech may have been solved? Or it may be possible that speech problem continues? DeafDigest editor ain't no educator. TALES FROM FORMER DEAF PIZZA DRIVERS (series to be run on a weekly basis until list of tales run out) On a delivery run I was given the wrong apartment address and knocked on the door of a blind man. He let me in, and I thought he was the one that ordered pizza. After some awkward moments I realized he never ordered pizza and that the address was wrong. As quietly as possible I let myself out of the apartment! If you are a former Deaf Pizza Driver and have an interesting tale, please share it with: mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section .............................................................. .............................................................. WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? Speech and hearing impaired Journalists in India are notorious for calling us, the deaf, as deaf-mutes. The phrase above was recently written by a reporter of a newspaper in India. An improvement? Well, it is much better to be called Speech and hearing impaired than to be called deaf-mute (or even deaf and dumb)! .............................................................. .............................................................. 31st World's Largest ASL Silent Weekend in 2010 Signing Greeting Cards ASL and Interpreting DVDs We had over 600 at the recent silent weekend. The venue for the June 24-27, 2010 event will handle 700-1000 participants and include a medical interpreting track. Novice, beginning, intermediate and advanced ASL and ITP students, as well as interpreters (CEUs offered) will have around 150 hours of seminars to choose from. The 31st Silent Weekend is at the Florida Hotel at the Florida Mall in Orlando with its huge food court allowing you to have a complete meal for $5.99 instead of paying $20-30 at other conferences' hotel prices. The room costs are even lower next year ... just $105 with free parking and unlimited free internet! Students and professionals seeking to improve their skills can bring family members and they can take novice sign language classes for just $89 per person! There will be group registration opportunities online after July 1 at www.DrSign.com . There are simply no other local, regional or national conferences offering you so many hours of classes as inexpensively as the Silent Weekends. Just check them out! Final details will be online beginning in August but the cost per person is as low as $149 per person and exhibit tables at $150. Sign language DVDs are available online at http://www.DrSign.com - A DVD "When 'Duck' is not Enough" to show you how to represent inanimate objects is now available. The 8th Florida/Alaska Motorcycle Charity Run for deaf babies is finished. This was the world's longest group motorcycle benefit run. See http://www.deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,705315218,00.html for an article from a newspaper. See http://www.AlaskaBikeRun.com for updates and photos. These trips will take place every year so why not make plans to join us now in 2010 for a Bed and Breakfast tour? Please browse our selection of signing greeting cards at: http://www.DrSign.com .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! Efforts to have sign language recognized as an official language in the South African school system has been opposed by the Department of Education. Naturally, the deaf groups have filed a protest and is being assisted by a team of attorneys. .. DeafLibrary Page of the Week How to be "A Politically Correct Deaf Person"? Do click on: http://deafdigest.com/politically-correct-deaf-person/ (on a rotating basis, a different DeafLibrary Page topic will be featured every week) .. Deaf Picture of the Week: Cigrid Fenwick deaf chef IUS Food Court, Indiana University Southeast, New Albany, Indiana http://iushorizon.wordpress.com/2008/10/04/cook-overcomes-in-the-kitchen/ .. Question of the week: Q. I am glad that there will be a postage stamp to commemorate the Deaflympics in Taiwan. Is it the first time that a postage stamp has commemorated Deaflympics? A. No. Past Deaflympics with their own postage stamps: 1969 Yugoslavia 1977 Romania 1993 Bulgaria (information was provided by Kenneth Rothschild) send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. .. Wish List of the Week: that all doctors and all hospitals are 100 percent accurate when diagnosing hearing losses of deaf infants. There are always mistakes during diagnoses. .. DeafHistory - Looking Back: Year 1979 - Crotched Mountain School for the Deaf (New Hampshire) closes its program, leaving the state without a residential program for the deaf. Crotched Mountain continues to operate, but without a school for the deaf. .. Deaf and the Money: If you have a $2.00 bill, take a look at the back; there is a group of men standing up. One of them is wearing a hat; the others were without hats. Why? Possibly because the man was deaf and he was not aware of the etiquette in taking the hat off in a building. True or false? You decide! .. DeafNumbers of the Week: How many deaf postal service window clerks do we have in USA? Hard to say, but a safe estimate would be approximately 10-12 .. DeafDigest Sports to read weekly summary on deafsports, click on: http://deafdigest.com/deafsports DeafDigest Sports is a no-cost subscription available only for DeafDigest subscribers; e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com there are no web page postings with DeafDigest Sports; you have to subscribe to keep up with deafsports in depth! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Seeking Applicants For Faculty Positions (Tenure/Non-Tenure Track) Rochester Institute of Technology National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY NTID, one of the eight colleges of RIT, is the first and largest technical college serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Nearly 1,450 deaf and hard-of-hearing students from across the United States, as well as other countries, study and reside at RIT with 16,000 hearing students. The department of Science and Mathematics at NTID seeks faculty to teach/tutor deaf and hard of hearing students in the fields of chemistry, biology, mathematics and physics. For detailed job descriptions please visit: RIT Career Zone at https://mycareer.rit.edu and enter the IRC# or select National Technical Institute for the Deaf for College/ Division. Discipline Job Category IRC# Chemistry Non-tenure track 30317 Chemistry Tenure track 30459 Biology Tenure track 30318 Math/Physics Tenure track 30301 Review of applications will begin Aug 31, 2009 and continue until position is filled. All applicants must apply online at https://mycareer.rit.edu Search under IRC# We are seeking individuals who are committed to contributing to RIT's core values, honor code, and statement of diversity. People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about NTID at RIT visit http://www.ntid.rit.edu -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- looking for Residential Counselors SharpVisions Eastern region of Pennsylvania Customizing support for people with challenging disabilities SharpVisions is an innovative non-profit human services organization providing customized supports for people throughout the Eastern region of PA. We are currently looking for Residential Counselors to work in our live-in Comprehensive Living Residential Program that are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and have a background working with clients in the autistic spectrum to work with deaf or HOH clients in the Easton area. Job duties will include assistance with daily living requirements, management of significant social challenges, and participation in community activities. Some travel will be required. The incumbent will be scheduled to work block shifts that are 2? days (56 continuous hours with two sleep periods). Blocks available are Sun-Wed, Wed-Fri and Fri-Sun. Applicants must be 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. A BA in Psychology or related field is preferred, OR a high school diploma or GED with several years relevant experience in human services. We offer competitive wage rates, full medical & dental coverage, as well as excellent paid leave time. Resumes may be faxed to 412-456 2145 or emailed to mailto:careers@sharpvisions.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Office and Communication Support Specialist Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocacy Resource Center Sparks, Nevada for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/dhharc-sparks -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Shared Reading Video Outreach Project (SRVOP) Program Specialist Washington State Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss Washington School for the Deaf Vancouver, WA Requires: 4-year degree, technology-savvy, American Sign Language See job recruitment at http://www.wsd.wa.gov Closes: Open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - Coordinator, Statewide Services, D & HOH Children - MS/HS Leader Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, Delaware please click on these links to get job description and application procedures - Coordinator, Statewide Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_CoordStwideSvcs.pdf - MS/HS Leader http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_school_leader_dsd_grade_7_12.pdf -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Itinerant Field Operations Support II Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program position is in Northern California area starting salary: $51,937 with benefits for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/ddtp -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- positions available - School Psychologist - Physical Therapist Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf Mill Neck, NY (on Long Island) PT position available. School Psychologist: Must possess MA degree in School Psychology. Successful prior experience working in a special education school. Knowledge of current practices/instruments in the evaluation of pre-school and school age children. Must have excellent communication skills and be fluent in American Sign Language. Physical Therapist: Seeking a certified physical therapist to provide services to students with special needs. Must possess State Certification. Knowledge of sign language a plus. Fax resume and cover letter to Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, LI, N.Y, to: K. Lagalante (516) 922-0093 (FAX) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking qualified individuals - Science Teacher - Math Teacher - Speech Teacher The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf Jackson Heights, NY The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf has served the broader Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community of the New York metropolitan area since 1864. Lexington has evolved to offer vital services in a range of important areas. Lexington strives to be a leading educational, advocacy, and social service agency on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Lexington provides a comprehensive education for children and parents in its Ready-to-Learn Program, ages 0-3, preschool, elementary, middle and high school programs, a foreign language transitional program, and the Special Education Unit for deaf with multiple disabilities. The curriculum meets standards set by the New York State Education Department. The high school is fully-accredited and like public high schools confers New York State Regents and Individual Education Plan (IEP) diplomas. Upon graduation, our students attend Gallaudet University, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, various universities and other two year colleges, or go directly into the work force or into further training programs. Lexington is seeking qualified individuals for the following job openings: - Science Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Math Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Speech Teacher (NYS Certification required- TSHH) Please email your resume to: mailto:jobopportunites@lexnyc.org or fax to 718-350-3332, indicating which position you are interested in. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Superintendent position Arkansas School for the Deaf Little Rock, Arkansas The Arkansas School for the Deaf invites applicants for the position of superintendent. Scope of Duties: This position is responsible for planning and directing the development, delivery and administration of the educational and residential life programs and services of the school. The Superintendent is responsible for establishing a residential and community environment conducive to learning and to the social and emotional development of children who are deaf/hard of hearing, or multi-handicapped, enrolled in specialized parent-infant, pre-school, elementary, secondary and pre-vocational programs. The Superintendent reports to and advises the five member Board of Trustees and directs and coordinates all business and facilities management activities, and community relations activities. Consults on educational and technological issues and initiatives associated with the growth and development of children who are deaf/hard of hearing. Minimum Requirements: - Must hold a standard teaching license and a Building Level or Curriculum/Program Administrator License - Must have four (4) years teaching experience with, preferably, Building Level or Curriculum/Program Administrator experience - Must hold an Advanced Degree or have completed an Advanced Program of Study reflective of the Arkansas Standards for District Level Administrator - Successfully completed the School Superintendent Assessment (SSA) Special Requirements: - Superintendent may be required to live on campus - (if required, room and board is furnished) - Ability to converse proficiently with deaf children and adults in American Sign Language - A background check may be conducted on applicants Salary: $85,536 Resumes will be accepted until August 15, 2009 or until filled. Please apply to: Lucy Cockrell, Personnel Manager Arkansas School for the Deaf 2606 W. Markham/ASB Duplex Little Rock, AR 72205 Phone: (501) 603-3529 (V/TTD) Fax: (501) 603-3533 mailto:lucyc@asd.k12.ar.us EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Mental Health Technician National Deaf Academy Mt. Dora, Florida Responsible for the daily supervision and monitoring of residents safety, activities of daily living, school attendance and recreation activities. Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Experience working in behavioral health setting preferred. Fluent in ASL preferred. American Sign Language training provided on site. FT and Per Diem, all shifts available. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Fax resume to Human Resources: (352)735-4939 or send resume to: National Deaf Academy, Attention: Human Resources, 19650 US Hwy 441, Mt. Dora, Florida 32757. Phone (352)735-9500. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Vacancy Notice Department Chair: American Sign Language and Interpreting Education (ASLIE) National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY DESCRIPTION: NTID is one of the eight colleges within Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), a national center of educational excellence. It is located in Rochester, New York, which is home to a large and vibrant Deaf community and has been named as one of the top 100 American cities in which to raise a family. The RIT community is diverse, dynamic, and excellence-driven. Within the college of NTID, the ASLIE department provides American Sign Language instruction to the university's faculty, staff, and students. In addition, the ASLIE department educates students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the field of ASL/English interpretation. Chair responsibilities, in addition to traditional faculty responsibilities, include: Provide strategic direction for the design, delivery, and on-going evaluation of curricula; manage the composition, evaluation, and development of the department's human resources; monitor budget and maintain departmentally-assigned resources; represent the department to internal RIT and NTID stakeholders as well as national stakeholders; and provide programmatic and curricular leadership to a nationally recognized faculty in the fields of American Sign Language instruction and ASL/English Interpreting education. Review of applications will begin Sept 30th and will continue until position is filled. For a complete job description and to apply online, visit the RIT Career Zone: http://mycareer.rit.edu KEYWORD SEARCH: IRC#30398 Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States Rochester Institute of Technology is an EO/AA Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Assistant Director of Residential Services http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx?jobid=752 - Residential Advisor http://www.deafdigest.com/resid.doc - Teacher (Blind/Deaf) http://www.deafdigest.com/lcs.doc - Substitute Teacher (P/T-Hourly) http://www.deafdigest.com/sub.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- more position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Teacher - Middle School Science http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx http://www.spa.ga.gov/word/jobinfo/stateapp-emp.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (updated August 16th) - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT GLAD !! - * Job Developer/Interpreter - Anaheim, Pacoima, CA * Community Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Community Advocate - Bakersfield, CA * Placement Coordinator - Crenshaw, 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 Specialist 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special Notes: Copyright 2009 by Barry Strassler, DeafDigest. 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DeafDigest – 16 August 2009
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DeafDigest Blue - August 16 2009 Blue Edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://www.deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 13th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://www.deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASL Videos of the Week: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-pilot/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-gallaudet-interpreter/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Storewide Summer Savings Event Continues Due to popular demand, Harris Communications has extended their Storewide Summer Savings Event until August 31, 2009 Save 15% on most products in our store!* Save on equipment, books, DVDs and novelty items. 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Scheid, a Northern Virginia late-deafened individual who was involved in several local organizations of the deaf and the late deafened. He departed us this week. He never turned down requests for assistance for tasks that needed to be done at these local organizations. He also was a skilled cartoonist, who liked to draw stuff that was deaf-related. .. DeafDigest also dedicates this edition to Doris Jane Greve, who departed us this week. Like with Raymond (above) who was a consummate volunteer, she was also a long time volunteer with the National Association of the Deaf. And what made it so interesting about her was that she was an oralist; her knowledge of signs was barely adequate, yet it did not prevent her from volunteering, and being valued volunteer, at the NAD, which always advocated ASL. She needed no supervision from anyone; she would come to the office on a regular basis and jump into chores that she knew that had to be done, even when she came back to town from month-long vacations! .. A third individual is also having this edition dedicated by DeafDigest - Jeanie Shickel who departed us yesterday, She taught math for many years at Gallaudet University, and during her spare time, lent her time and efforts to a long list of Washington, DC deaf activities. Many deaf teachers that teach math at schools for the deaf, were trained by Jeanie to know Deaf Math-Speak! .. 911-related issues just cannot stay out of the spotlight. It was not too long ago that we were complaining that these 911 centers do not have equipment that were TTY compatible or that 911 operators have no clue what a TTY call was all about. Now that the TTY is practically obsolete, we have a new beef - that these 911 centers cannot handle text calls from our pagers. This issue was raised by the National Emergency Number Association. .. Attention: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc (UPS) employees If you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 1997, please read the announcement posted below in this edition. There is a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former UPS employees and applicants for driving positions who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) ................................................................ ................................................................ SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology ................................................................ ................................................................ CRAZY FLYING LAWS IN EUROPE A deaf man from France is a licensed airplane pilot. He is not allowed to fly in France. French laws do not allow deaf pilots in the country. Yet, he is allowed to fly airplanes in other European nations! He has to travel to another European nation to fly an airplane. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-pilot/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) A PAST INTERPRETER FROM THE GALLAUDET LINEAGE In 1996, Elizabeth Gallaudet Gillen Nagler died. She was the great-great granddaughter of Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet, who founded the American School for the Deaf and the father of Edward Miner Gallaudet who founded Gallaudet University. She was an interpreter of the deaf. She is the only person in the famous Gallaudet family to serve the deaf as an interpreter. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-gallaudet-interpreter/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) INTERPRETING ISSUES: THE DEAF AND THE HEARING Secretary of State Clinton, on a trip to Congo, had to deal with a tough question from someone in the audience. The interpreter fumbled the Q and A dialogue, making everyone look bad and foolish. We, the deaf, have our own RID. The hearing do not have their own RID. When an interpreter is certified by the RID, it is a peace of mind for us. Not sure about diplomats and their own interpreters. DeafDigest editor vividly recalls these pre-RID days when untrained interpreters made him look foolish in front of the audience! IDENTITY ISSUES Is a person deaf or is a person hearing? Well, in the case of a certain person, the deaf community looked on him as deaf; the hearing people looked on him as hearing. Why? It was a matter of trying to distinguish the difference between a hearing person with some hearing loss and a deaf person with normal voice receptive skills. Both descriptions fit that person's profile! It is very tricky, indeed. ................................................................ Meet and chat with deaf singles and friends worldwide on the largest deaf network on the internet ! * Find out why Deaf Match International works....since 2001 * Sign up and list your profile for FREE * The most Deaf and Hard of Hearing singles online - thousands of members ! Visit: www.DeafMatchInternational.com .................................... Get a FREE Sidekick 2008 with $29.99/mo. unlimited data plan ! 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TTY AS OBSOLETE AS ELECTRICAL TYPEWRITERS DeafDigest editor received email from a USA Today reporter who needed input on an article about the deaf he was working on. His request was for DeafDigest editor to make a TTY call with him. He, however, did not say if he has a TTY or if he meant that a relay service be contacted. By far too many hearing people assume that every deaf person has a TTY at home or at office. They do not realize that the TTY has pretty much become obsolete, just as obsolete as the electrical typewriter! ................................................................ ATTENTION DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING Current or Former United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) employees Read this notice if you use sign language, worked for UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time since June 25, 2997, and failed or would fail the hearing standard established by the Department of Transportation (DOT) FOR DRIVERS OF COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES The purpose of this notice is to inform you of a proposed final settlement in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing current and former United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) employees and applicants for driving positions who use sign language as a primary means of communication due to hearing loss or limitation and who failed or would fail the hearing standard established by the DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. The class action settlement, which must be approved by the Court, was reached in connection with a lawsuit, Bates v. UPS, N.D. Cal. Case No. C99-2216 TEH. The lawsuit, which was filed in 1999, alleges that UPS engaged in discrimination in violation of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and various California laws, by requiring all drivers and driver applicants for positions involving driving UPS delivery vehicles on the public roads to pass the DOT hearing standard for drivers of commercial motor vehicles ("Driving Claims"). UPS has denied any liability or wrongdoing. If you are a current employee of UPS, or you were employed by UPS or applied for a driving position at UPS at any time beginning June 25, 1997, use sign language as a primary means of non-written communication due to a hearing loss or limitation, and failed or would fail the hearing standard established by DOT for drivers of commercial motor vehicles, you may be a member of the class affected by this lawsuit and entitled to object to the proposed settlement. The proposed settlement Agreement is available on-line at http://www.dralegal.org . If you would like additional information about this lawsuit and the settlement, including a copy of the Settlement Agreement, you can also contact Class Counsel at: Laurence Paradis DISABILITY RIGHTS ADVOCATES 2001 Center Street, Fourth Floor Berkeley, California 94704-1204 Telephone: (510) 665-8644 Facsimile: (510) 665-8511 TTY: (510) 665-8716 mailto:lparadis@dralegal.org If you would like to object, you or your attorney must notify the Settlement Administrator by a letter, postmarked by November 26, 2009 and addressed to: Bates v. UPS Settlement Administrator c/o Rust Consulting, Inc. P.O. Box 9427 Minneapolis, MN 55440-9427 ................................................................ TEACHING AS AN OCCUPATIONAL HAZARD We have a number of deaf teachers in hearing classrooms. And with it, comes an occupational hazard. It is that disrespectful hearing students, taking advantage of the teacher's deafness, would listen to music via their hidden iPods or make cell phone calls or carry on a whispered conversation with other classmates. Said a disgusted hearing student: I didn't know such childish disobedience existed in any college setting DEAF ISSUES (short series; based on comments by educators and deaf service professionals) Deaf Counseling has been, over the years, guided by policies, that may or may not necessarily be the best one for particular deaf clients (series to continue until it runs out) WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? People assuming that interpreting are done by volunteers if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series Many people are bringing their offices with them wherever they travel these days, and realtime captioners and CART providers are no exception. Many captioning and CART assignments can be done remotely. For CART providers, it is important to find a hotel that is Internet friendly. Much of their work must be done over the Internet, so it is important to have reliable Internet service. For broadcast captioning, the captioners usually don't need an Internet connection, but they need two telephone lines: one to receive the audio from a television station and one to send their captions to the encoder at the television station. As a result, captioners have to make sure that they have two separate telephone lines in their hotel room. There are captioners who have had to rent two adjoining hotel rooms and run a cable between the two rooms in order to caption assignments while on the road. ................................................................ ................................................................ weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday ................................................................ ................................................................ WHO IS IN CHARGE OF A MAINSTREAMED PROGRAM IN A SCHOOL DISTRICT? resource specialist (in many school districts we would expect a principal, or a director or a coordinator or a supervisor or someone with an appropriate title that would direct their mainstreamed programs; some districts are different and this reflects in a startling title above. Be surprised or shocked every week until series run out) ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of the Gold section ................................................................ ................................................................ Tour of America's National Parks Glacier National Park, Montana to Las Vegas July 11 - 30, 2010 For more info contact: Joy Carney at mailto:joyfulcarney@comcast.net ................................................................ ................................................................ Hot DeafNews boring, but important! Two deaf individuals have been charged with embezzlement of nearly $10,000 from an organization serving the deaf in North Carolina. .. The Deaf and the Law location: Great Britain case a deaf man was accused of slugging a hearing man on his face result: he pleaded guilty and is awaiting sentencing. comment: the hearing man taunted the deaf man over his hearing loss; they were drinking together when somehow a pleasant conversation somehow gotten ugly .. DeafADA Issue of the Week: a comment, made during pre-ADA days, would not stand up in the court of law nowadays. A deaf man was applying for a job as a printer at a New York City newspaper plant. The angry foreman muttered to his associate: oh, another deaf-mute This deaf printer did not get the job at that plant .. The Captioning Blunder of the Week: they are peezing (expecting) company soon .... What became of? Amy Wong Edwards - Past a promising Hollywood special effects person, on animation and graphics - Present working on Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore, due for release in 2010 mailto:barry@deafdigest.com with "past" and "present" details .. News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: John Modell (not deaf), the Baltimore Ravens Vice President for Special Projects, was honored at the luncheon during the convention of the Maryland Association of the Deaf. He was widely applauded, even though many people in the luncheon crowd are Redskins, not Ravens fans! John, extremely sensitive to the needs of the deaf and of the disabled, was more than just happy to incorporate Sean Markel's wish list to make the PSInet Stadium fully accessible (captioning every where whenever possible). John and Sean both feel that the Baltimore Ravens are ahead of all other professional teams (baseball, hockey, football and basketball) as far as deaf accessibility needs are concerned. Thank you very much, John! (editor's note: the Modell family is no longer in charge of Baltimore Ravens; the PSInet Stadium has since become M&T Bank Stadium) .. News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Rocky Stone, the father of the SHHH, who passed away on Friday. Rocky, who needs no introduction to any of us, founded SHHH to serve the needs of the late-deafened and the hard of hearing. He was that rare individual that exhibited willingness to work with all national organizations of the deaf and the hard of hearing on mutual goals, regardless of different goals and missions. In his much younger days, Rocky, who did not want to talk too much about it, was a CIA operative, despite his deafness. He would not talk too much even when pressed for details on his background. Thank you, Rocky for serving all of us. .... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: It is the same old story, repeated almost always all the time - that there is a request for a qualified deaf person for a deaf-related job. And after an intensive search, no qualified deaf person could be found and a hearing person is hired - and the deaf community is upset. There was a number of deaf applicants but they could not meet the criteria outlined in the job description. .... A Vocational Rehabilitation counselor's great news: You receive two cats as a gift from your relatives and can name them anyhow you want. You name your two cats something related to VR, such as "10" (eligible for VR services) and "26" (successfully employed), to remind you why you as a counselor exist! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Opportunities Mississippi School for the Deaf Jackson, MS - Secondary Principal - Assistant Principal (Elementary Principal) - Elementary Dorm Director Go to http://www.mde.k12.ms.us for job descriptions Top candidates will be contacted for interviews. If interested please contact Sandra G. Edwards, Superintendent at: mailto:sgedwards@mde.k12.ms.us The Mississippi Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Girls Overnight Residential Counselor The Learning Center for the Deaf Framingham, MA * Girls Overnight Residential Counselor Residential Counselor will provide surveillance over a group of students in a residential setting just before, during and after sleeping periods until the first class begins or staff coverage. He/she may also monitor all residential activities, which support their residential students' social, physical, intellectual, communication and emotional development. Requirements: High School diploma with 2 years of experience in residential. Fluent in American Sign Language. Ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a team. Knowledge of issues and priorities important to the students' needs in residential program preferred. Competency in Microsoft Office software programs. Willingness to work a varied schedule. MA Driver License must be secured and in good standings. * Reports to Peter Bailey, Director of Student Life Please contact with cover letter, resume, 3 written references and employment application forms to: Judi Broderick Personnel Assistant The Learning Center for the Deaf 848 Central Street, Framingham, MA 01701 mailto:judi_broderick@tlcdeaf.org http://www.tlcdeaf.org The Learning Center for the Deaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our mission is to ensure that deaf and hard of hearing students achieve their full potential in an educational environment where language and communication are keys to building competence, character and community. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Deaf Service Center Glenside, PA Deaf Services Center (DSC) is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and hard of hearing children and adults. We take great pride that our program is strongly Deaf centered with about 85% of our staff being Deaf or hard of hearing. Our staff environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support. As a result, we are rapidly growing with new programs and expansions of our existing programs. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or have many years experience in the field of human services we have a career building position waiting for you! DSC is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community to fill the following positions: - PROGRAM DIRECTOR: INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES: (Full time) This position oversees the case management services for clients who reside in the community. Responsibilities include: day to day management and supervision of case management; coordination of services and programs with other service agencies; manage program expenses accordingly with budget; provide supervision, crisis management, training and coordinate scheduling for case managers; participate in meetings with Deaf Services Center programs as well as other programming service providers. Qualifications: a bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, political science, history, criminal justice, theology, counseling, education, or be a registered nurse and 5 years of mental health direct care experience preferably in a case management setting, must have 2 years of supervisory experience. Fluency in American Sign Language required. - STAFF INTERPRETER: (Full time preferred) Responsibilities include: Interpret for emergencies (physical and psychiatric), mental health evaluations, groups, staff meetings and sessions, home visits with deaf adults and children. Also interpret for in internal office and community meetings with both hearing and deaf professional staff. Must be able to work with a team of hearing and/or deaf interpreters and be a team player. The qualified candidate shall possess: AA degree with minimum 2 years of Interpreting experience with Deaf individuals. Knowledge of mental illness and/or developmental disabilities is a plus. Must be willing to travel throughout the SE counties and be flexible to do some evenings and weekends when needed. Current national certification and PA State Registered through ODHH are preferred. Full/part time position available (Note: Full time includes complete benefits package, pt does not include benefits.) - OFFICE COORDINATOR: (Full time) Responsibilities include: Prepare and process personnel files, organize & monitor training activities, maintain training records, compile various reports, memos and minutes, maintain HR database, and complete payroll items. Provide technical assistance with various office equipment and trouble shoot facility/maintenance issues when needed. Assist with providing consultation to supervisory staff on issues surrounding human resources related issues, policies and procedures. Assist in licensure/audit activities for all programs. Assist with supervising & training support staff. The qualified candidate shall possess: Bachelors Degree in business administration, human resources management or related field with 6 years of administrative experience. Must have strong skills in Microsoft office software. - RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS: (various positions available) This position provides direct client services including encouraging client independence in areas such as skills in daily living and community integration. The qualified candidate shall possess: HS + 1 year related experience or AA; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; minimum of 2 years experience with Deaf Community; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf Consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Duties: Provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Send your letter of intent and resumes to: Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR Deaf Services Center 614 N. Easton Road, 2nd Floor Glenside PA 19038 Email: mailto:lclaypool@salisb.com or Fax: 215-884-9774 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Interpreter Coordinator - Full Time Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, Maryland Responsibilities: Coordinates all aspects of the Interpreting Program to include, scheduling and providing interpreting services for a variety of situations for staff, individuals, healthcare providers, businesses, etc. through the Eastern Shore; assigns and manages the contractual interpreters with various assignments; coordinates, manages and facilitates the Interpreter Network Committee to assist with planning and promoting workshops for local interpreters, Adheres to the Code of Ethics established by RID. Qualifications: Fluency in American Sign Language and written English, Certification from the Registry of Interpreters (RID) or other certification agent preferred, High School degree required. Excellent interpersonal, typing and computer skills. Ability to keep confidentiality. Valid driver's license required and good driving record. Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Pension, Life, Vacation, sick and personal leave. To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to: Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. Human Resources Department 806 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, Maryland 21804 or fax to 410-543-4874 Or email mailto:dila@dila.org You may also apply on line at http://www.dila.org Position is open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Coordinator / P.R.I.D.E. Program (Full-time grant position) Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: As soon as possible PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Coordinator will assume and perform duties and responsibilities to provide employment training and job coaching to deaf adults who have additional disabilities. The Coordinator will supervise full-time staff; hire, assign, and supervise job coaches; develops and maintains interagency cooperation; develops consumer service plans; complete monthly, quarterly, annual reports required by RSD and VESID; administer program funds, check requests, purchase orders; and attend and lead meetings as necessary. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Human Service, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, or Vocational Rehabilitation Prior experience in Employment Services Proficiency in American Sign Language required Prior experience with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds 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, sex, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Opportunities - Residential Supervisor, 13th Year Transition Program - Mainstream Coordinator Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA At WPSD, "Our kids come first." We are looking for people to join our staff who share this commitment and are willing to work with the goal of providing our students with the best education, residential and support services possible. If you share our commitment to students, please visit our web site at: http://www.wpsd.org for descriptions of the following job openings at WPSD - Residential Supervisor, 13th Year Transition Program - Mainstream Coordinator Excellent salary and benefit packages available. Sign Language skills, FBI clearance, PA Act 34 and 151 Child Abuse clearances are required for all positions. Send letter and resume to: Director of Human Resources Western PA School for the Deaf 300 East Swiss vale Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15218-1469 Fax: 412-244-4211 Email: mailto:hshirey@wpsd.org EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Campus Dean of Academic Affairs Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAMPUS DEAN OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree required, Doctorate degree recognized. Five (5) years related experience in personnel and fiscal management and planning and three (3) years teaching experience in higher education required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Campus Dean of Academic Affairs is responsible for planning, directing, developing, administering, and supervising the General Studies, Career and Technical Education, and Preparatory Studies departments. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at: http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Career Placement Counselor Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAREER PLACEMENT COUNSELOR. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree in Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, Social Work or Psychology or other related field. LPC, LMSW, CRC, LPC-I or a participant in a pre-licensure supervision program. Three years related experience required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Career Placement Counselor will provide career development, personal counseling services, and career and academic assessments to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Will assist students and faculty in student internship placement opportunities. Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on the demand of services and student schedules. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening ASL Mental Health Therapist - Part-time Family & Children Services San Jose, CA Not-for-profit social services agency seeks counselor to provide comprehensive mental health services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing population, including children, youth and adults, 20 hours/week Responsibilities: - Provide direct counseling services, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and case management as needed. - Consult with psychiatrist or other specialists. - Refer client to supportive community services. - Maintain thorough and accurate client records. - Comply thoroughly with Santa Clara County Mental Health Department contract documentation, auditing standards, and requirements in a timely manner (agency will train). - Participate in BBS-qualifying individual and group supervision by MFT / LCSW as required by client contact and license status. - Provide workshops and presentations, network and collaborate with other community providers. Minimum Qualifications: - ASW or MFTI (MFT or LCSW welcome to apply). - Direct experience providing clinical and case management services to Deaf/HOH population. - Demonstrated ability to work and communicate well within a culturally diverse, multidisciplinary team. - Some local travel is required. - Fluent in American Sign Language required and bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Family & Children Services, ( http://www.fcservices.org ), is a nonprofit social services agency that is a professionally run organization with over 60 years of providing quality services to the community. To apply: please forward your cover letter & resume to: mailto:hr@fcservices.org. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Itinerant Field Operations Support II Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program position is in Northern California area starting salary: $51,937 with benefits for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/ddtp -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening (contingent on funding) Tenure Track Faculty position Gallaudet University Washington, DC seeking full time tenure track faculty member who will be assigned to one of the following departments: - Psychology - Linguistics - Education - ASL/Deaf Studies to read the position description and on application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/gallaudetfaculty -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special notes: (located at the bottom of the Gold section) http://www.deafdigest.com
DeafDigest – 09 August 2009
By admin on August 9, 2009
DeafDigest Gold - August 9, 2009 Gold edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://www.deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 13th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://www.deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASL Videos of the Week: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-faking/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-tent/ .. Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: http://www.deafdigest.com/davideo.html -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- New Blackberry Devices at Harris-Wireless Shop the Harris-Wireless website for the Blackberry Storm, Blackberry Curve and Blackberry Pearl. We have just added the Blackberry Tour, Blackberry 8900, Blackberry 8520, Palm Pre and have a large selection of other phones/devices available. 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It offers a wide array of services and products including: Investments Life Insurance Long Term Care Insurance Retirement Planning Education Planning Tax Planning Estate Planning Two office locations, four financial advisors, and four staff members - working together as ONE team to help you work toward your financial goals. For further information or to make an appointment, click into http://www.kramerfinancial.com Kramer Financial 9099 Ridgefield Drive, Suite 101 Frederick, MD 21701 240-379-6908 VP/TTY 240-379-6929 voice Securities and advisory services offered through FSC Securities Corporation, Member FINRA/SIPC, and a registered investment advisor. Kramer Financial is not affiliated with FSC Securities Corporation or registered as a broker/dealer or investment advisor. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Refinance your adjustable rate mortgage into a low fixed-rate mortgage. With today's fluctuating market now is the time to lock into a low fixed rate mortgage. Rates have recently dropped so if you have been worrying about your adjustable rate mortgage now is the time to lock in a low fixed rate! Call us for a quick mortgage review to see if it makes sense to refinance. Kramer Financial usa@kramerfinancial.com 240-379-6908 (TTY/VP) 240-379-6929 (V) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Use Hamilton Web Relay? along with a locally-based, 10-digit Hamilton HomeTown Number[tm] to make and receive calls without the interruptions that come from using instant messaging programs! Don't have a HomeTown Number? Register today and share your number with friends and colleagues! 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The Z(tm) offers you the best in videophone technology with 24/7 access to topnotch, nationally certified interpreters and features you just can't get anywhere else! The choice is yours, and we can help find the videophone solution that's right for you. Are you always on the go? The Z-340's WiFi capabilities and lightweight, compact size make it perfect for travel. Do you want an easy-to-use, all-in-one videophone that is simple to install? Check out Z-Ojo! Tired of missing calls when you are in the next room? Our Z Alert feature will send a message to your PDA or pager to let you know someone is calling. And there's so much more! Go to http://www.zvrs.com for more information on all of our videophone solutions and features. Don't have a Z phone? You can still get The Z(tm) experience by calling 888-888-1116 to connect to ZVRS from any videophone! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- http://www.georgiarelay.org/ Staying Connected: Telecommunication Choices that are Simple, Dependable and Convenient To make a Georgia Relay call, just dial 7-1-1 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The DeafDigest is divided into Blue and Gold sections, both ranked equal in contents, features and ads. This is the Gold section. .. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week An outrage took place this week. The USA Deaflympics contingent is struggling to raise funds to take part in the Taiwan Deaflympics. In the meantime the US Olympic Commission "donated" $500,000 to the Paralympics group. Not a cent to us. But - there is more to it than what meets the eye. There is a law (PL 110-389) that authorizes the Secretary of Veterans' Affairs to give funds to the USOC, which in turn passes it on to the Paralympics group. Bottom line - not a cent to our deaf athletes! .. We have quite a few libraries of the deaf in USA. The bigger and the best known ones are on the Gallaudet and RIT campuses. There was none in Turkey until this week. The nation's first deaf library opened its doors in Bursa, Turkey. .. Hearing aids are expensive. Can't afford a new one (approximately $5,000)? Well, there is a solution - your iPhone can be converted to a hearing aid. An accessory, costing just $10.00, may be the trick. DeafDigest is somewhat skeptical. .. At the recent hearing World Magic Championships at Beijing, China, there were 2,500 hearing magicians that participated. Four of them were deaf (one American, two Italians and one Japanese). .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology .............................................................. .............................................................. TO FAKE UNDERSTANDING WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING Many of us, the deaf, nod our heads and fake understanding what the hearing person says to us. We smile, and walk away, hoping the hearing person will leave us alone. Many hearing immigrants are also guilty of the same thing. Many of them do not know English but they may nod, and smile, and the hearing person thinks the immigrants understand them! Deaf person. Hearing immigrant - same thing, nod and smile and fake understanding! - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-faking/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) A TENT AT SOME DEAF CONFERENCES If you attend a meeting at some national deaf conferences, you may see a small tent near the meeting platform. The tent is used by the meeting parliamentarian. This is to prevent nosey eyes when the president asks the parliamentarian some important meeting questions. The idea of a tent was invented by Bummy Burstein, the famous Deaf Parliamentarian. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-tent/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) TO BE POLITICALLY CORRECT OR TO BE IN DENIAL? A hearing person was telling a friend that her daughter is the one with the electrical scooter. That daughter has a medical condition that prevents her from being able to walk. Is it the same as a hearing mother of a deaf child telling a friend that he is the one with the hearing aid? Either one wishes to be politically correct while making a conversation or to be in a state of denial? ORAL DEAF NETWORK Is there such a thing as Oral Deaf Network? Yes, very much so, and very much thriving. Reason for bringing this up was because a DeafDigest subscriber disagreed with the editor, saying there is no such a thing as Oral Deaf Network. DeafDigest strives to serve all parts of the Deaf Community, regardless of differences among all of us - ASL, oral, CI, Cued Speech, Late Deafened, mainstreamed products, residential products, etc, etc. Ain't an easy task, declares DeafDigest! MASS PRODUCTION METHODS Many of us know that Thomas A. Edison, who was deaf, won 1,093 patents for his countless inventions. What many of us do not know was that he invented a new concept - that is widely used in factories all over the world - mass production methods. Many things - automobiles, television sets, computers - are built via mass production. A BALLPARK INCIDENT DeafDigest editor and a deaf friend was watching a ball game at the Nationals Park in Washington, DC. Sitting one row behind was a very young couple. All of a sudden this young woman leaned over and flashed dollar bills at the startled DeafDigest editor. She was saying something that could not be understood. Yet she persisted in waving the dollar bills. It was puzzling. Suddenly it was realized she wanted either DeafDigest editor or his friend buy beers for them since they were underage. The DeafDigest editor and his friend refused, forcing the young woman to look elsewhere for a volunteer beer buyer. Scary because when hearing people are desperate and when their request could not be understood, it could lead to violence. Fortunately, it was not to be. THE POWER OF THE PERSONAL CONTACT Terry Care, not deaf, is stepping down as a senator in the Nevada legislative body. Knowing nothing about the deaf beforehand, he and his wife were close friends with a family, whose two children were born deaf. Having a chance to observe how the family dealt with the deaf children, Terry took the initiative to introduce the Hearing Screening bill and it passed. From time to time he speaks at events hosted by the local AgBell chapter. Possibly Terry would have still supported the bill even if he did not know the deaf, but knowing the deaf helped him push the bill even harder! This is the Power of the Personal Contact. DEALING WITH DEAF AIRLINE PASSENGERS A deaf American was flying home from China, where he visited on a business trip. On the trip back home, the flight attendant gave the deaf passenger a thick book on airline safety instructions. This gesture was great, except that it was in Braille! And compounding this incident was the sarcastic comment by the deaf passenger. He said: You forgot to give me a wheelchair. Much to his surprise and dismay, the flight attendant said: Oh, yes, and I would do that! TALES FROM FORMER DEAF PIZZA DRIVERS (series to be run on a weekly basis until list of tales run out) On a delivery run I was given the wrong apartment address and knocked on the door of a blind man. He let me in, and I thought he was the one that ordered pizza. After some awkward moments I realized he never ordered pizza and that the address was wrong. As quietly as possible I let myself out of the apartment! If you are a former Deaf Pizza Driver and have an interesting tale, please share it with: mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section .............................................................. .............................................................. WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? he "half hears you" Does it mean the person is hard of hearing? .............................................................. .............................................................. 31st World's Largest ASL Silent Weekend in 2010 Signing Greeting Cards ASL and Interpreting DVDs We had over 600 at the recent silent weekend. The venue for the June 24-27, 2010 event will handle 700-1000 participants and include a medical interpreting track. Novice, beginning, intermediate and advanced ASL and ITP students, as well as interpreters (CEUs offered) will have around 150 hours of seminars to choose from. The 31st Silent Weekend is at the Florida Hotel at the Florida Mall in Orlando with its huge food court allowing you to have a complete meal for $5.99 instead of paying $20-30 at other conferences' hotel prices. The room costs are even lower next year ... just $105 with free parking and unlimited free internet! Students and professionals seeking to improve their skills can bring family members and they can take novice sign language classes for just $89 per person! There will be group registration opportunities online after July 1 at www.DrSign.com . There are simply no other local, regional or national conferences offering you so many hours of classes as inexpensively as the Silent Weekends. Just check them out! Final details will be online beginning in August but the cost per person is as low as $149 per person and exhibit tables at $150. Sign language DVDs are available online at http://www.DrSign.com - A brand new DVD "When 'Duck' is not Enough" to show you how to represent inanimate objects is now available. The 8th Florida/Alaska Motorcycle Charity Run for deaf babies is currently under way. See http://www.deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,705315218,00.html for an article from a newspaper. See http://www.AlaskaBikeRun.com for updates and photos. These trips will take place every year so why not make plans to join us now in 2010 for a Bed and Breakfast tour? Please browse our selection of signing greeting cards at: http://www.DrSign.com .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission, which is to Canada what FCC is to us, laid down the order that all cellphones and text messaging pagers must be deaf-friendly. This order will be phrased in segments within the next few years. .. DeafLibrary Page of the Week Deaf Culture's 10 Commandments Do click on: http://deafdigest.com/deaf-culture-10-comandments/ (on a rotating basis, a different DeafLibrary Page topic will be featured every week) .. Deaf Picture of the Week: Trudy Haselhuhn Gallaudet's deaf landscaper http://pr.gallaudet.edu/otg/Article.asp?ArticleID=15795 .. Question of the week: Q. We have a good number of deaf Americans that own businesses, either full time or part time. Not that so in Canada. Why? A. Paperwork is worse in Canada because of so many tax forms. Keep in mind, it is not a Deaf Problem, but a Canadian Problem. send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. .. Wish List of the Week: that PL 110-389 would be amended to allow USA Deaflympics group to get money from USOC .. DeafHistory - Looking Back: Year 1648 - pistachios were called Deaf Nuts. Why? No one knows. .. Deaf and the Money: Do we have "Deaf Money" that was used as real currency? Yes, but it was in the past. - 1840 Republic of Texas $5.00 bank note with a picture of Deaf Smith - 1861 North Carolina $1.00 bank note with a notation "N.C. Inst. Deaf & Dumb" printed on it - 1861 North Carolina $2.00 bank note (same as above) - 1860 Connecticut $5.00 Hartford Bank bank note with a picture of the old American SD campus and a portrait of Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet .. DeafNumbers of the Week: 6, approximately the number of deaf blackjack dealers we have in casinos across USA .. DeafDigest Sports to read weekly summary on deafsports, click on: http://deafdigest.com/deafsports DeafDigest Sports is a no-cost subscription available only for DeafDigest subscribers; e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com there is no web page postings with DeafDigest Sports; you have to subscribe to keep up with deafsports! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Shared Reading Video Outreach Project (SRVOP) Program Specialist Washington State Center for Childhood Deafness and Hearing Loss Washington School for the Deaf Vancouver, WA Requires: 4-year degree, technology-savvy, American Sign Language See job recruitment at http://www.wsd.wa.gov Closes: Open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - Coordinator, Statewide Services, D & HOH Children - MS/HS Leader Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, Delaware please click on these links to get job description and application procedures - Coordinator, Statewide Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_CoordStwideSvcs.pdf - MS/HS Leader http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_school_leader_dsd_grade_7_12.pdf -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Itinerant Field Operations Support II Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program position is in Northern California area starting salary: $51,937 with benefits for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/ddtp -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- positions available - School Psychologist - Physical Therapist Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf Mill Neck, NY (on Long Island) PT position available. School Psychologist: Must possess MA degree in School Psychology. Successful prior experience working in a special education school. Knowledge of current practices/instruments in the evaluation of pre-school and school age children. Must have excellent communication skills and be fluent in American Sign Language. Physical Therapist: Seeking a certified physical therapist to provide services to students with special needs. Must possess State Certification. Knowledge of sign language a plus. Fax resume and cover letter to Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, LI, N.Y, to: K. Lagalante (516) 922-0093 (FAX) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking qualified individuals - Science Teacher - Math Teacher - Speech Teacher The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf Jackson Heights, NY The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf has served the broader Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community of the New York metropolitan area since 1864. Lexington has evolved to offer vital services in a range of important areas. Lexington strives to be a leading educational, advocacy, and social service agency on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Lexington provides a comprehensive education for children and parents in its Ready-to-Learn Program, ages 0-3, preschool, elementary, middle and high school programs, a foreign language transitional program, and the Special Education Unit for deaf with multiple disabilities. The curriculum meets standards set by the New York State Education Department. The high school is fully-accredited and like public high schools confers New York State Regents and Individual Education Plan (IEP) diplomas. Upon graduation, our students attend Gallaudet University, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, various universities and other two year colleges, or go directly into the work force or into further training programs. Lexington is seeking qualified individuals for the following job openings: - Science Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Math Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Speech Teacher (NYS Certification required- TSHH) Please email your resume to: mailto:jobopportunites@lexnyc.org or fax to 718-350-3332, indicating which position you are interested in. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Superintendent position Arkansas School for the Deaf Little Rock, Arkansas The Arkansas School for the Deaf invites applicants for the position of superintendent. Scope of Duties: This position is responsible for planning and directing the development, delivery and administration of the educational and residential life programs and services of the school. The Superintendent is responsible for establishing a residential and community environment conducive to learning and to the social and emotional development of children who are deaf/hard of hearing, or multi-handicapped, enrolled in specialized parent-infant, pre-school, elementary, secondary and pre-vocational programs. The Superintendent reports to and advises the five member Board of Trustees and directs and coordinates all business and facilities management activities, and community relations activities. Consults on educational and technological issues and initiatives associated with the growth and development of children who are deaf/hard of hearing. Minimum Requirements: - Must hold a standard teaching license and a Building Level or Curriculum/Program Administrator License - Must have four (4) years teaching experience with, preferably, Building Level or Curriculum/Program Administrator experience - Must hold an Advanced Degree or have completed an Advanced Program of Study reflective of the Arkansas Standards for District Level Administrator - Successfully completed the School Superintendent Assessment (SSA) Special Requirements: - Superintendent may be required to live on campus - (if required, room and board is furnished) - Ability to converse proficiently with deaf children and adults in American Sign Language - A background check may be conducted on applicants Salary: $85,536 Resumes will be accepted until August 15, 2009 or until filled. Please apply to: Lucy Cockrell, Personnel Manager Arkansas School for the Deaf 2606 W. Markham/ASB Duplex Little Rock, AR 72205 Phone: (501) 603-3529 (V/TTD) Fax: (501) 603-3533 mailto:lucyc@asd.k12.ar.us EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Mental Health Technician National Deaf Academy Mt. Dora, Florida Responsible for the daily supervision and monitoring of residents safety, activities of daily living, school attendance and recreation activities. Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Experience working in behavioral health setting preferred. Fluent in ASL preferred. American Sign Language training provided on site. FT and Per Diem, all shifts available. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Fax resume to Human Resources: (352)735-4939 or send resume to: National Deaf Academy, Attention: Human Resources, 19650 US Hwy 441, Mt. Dora, Florida 32757. Phone (352)735-9500. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Vacancy Notice Department Chair: American Sign Language and Interpreting Education (ASLIE) National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY DESCRIPTION: NTID is one of the eight colleges within Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), a national center of educational excellence. It is located in Rochester, New York, which is home to a large and vibrant Deaf community and has been named as one of the top 100 American cities in which to raise a family. The RIT community is diverse, dynamic, and excellence-driven. Within the college of NTID, the ASLIE department provides American Sign Language instruction to the university's faculty, staff, and students. In addition, the ASLIE department educates students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the field of ASL/English interpretation. Chair responsibilities, in addition to traditional faculty responsibilities, include: Provide strategic direction for the design, delivery, and on-going evaluation of curricula; manage the composition, evaluation, and development of the department's human resources; monitor budget and maintain departmentally-assigned resources; represent the department to internal RIT and NTID stakeholders as well as national stakeholders; and provide programmatic and curricular leadership to a nationally recognized faculty in the fields of American Sign Language instruction and ASL/English Interpreting education. Review of applications will begin Sept 30th and will continue until position is filled. For a complete job description and to apply online, visit the RIT Career Zone: http://mycareer.rit.edu KEYWORD SEARCH: IRC#30398 Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States Rochester Institute of Technology is an EO/AA Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Assistant Director of Residential Services http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx?jobid=752 - Residential Advisor http://www.deafdigest.com/resid.doc - Teacher (Blind/Deaf) http://www.deafdigest.com/lcs.doc - Substitute Teacher (P/T-Hourly) http://www.deafdigest.com/sub.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- more position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Teacher - Middle School Science http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx http://www.spa.ga.gov/word/jobinfo/stateapp-emp.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (updated August 9th) - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT GLAD !! - * Job Developer/Interpreter- Anaheim, Pacoima, CA * Community Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Community Advocate - Bakersfield, CA * Placement Coordinator - Crenshaw, 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 Specialist 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special Notes: Copyright 2009 by Barry Strassler, DeafDigest. 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DeafDigest – 09 August 2009
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This is the Blue section. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Dr James Marsters, a deaf dentist, who departed us last week. Word of his death reached DeafDigest too late to be included in last week's edition. As a matter of coincidence, DeafDigest, 9 years ago, posted this News of the Week as follows: Dr James Marsters, a deaf orthodontist, has given a $85,000 gift to the NTID - to be earmarked for purchases of fiber optic equipment for classes taught in that field. We all know that Robert Weitbrecht developed the first TTY modem, way back in 1964 - but it was Dr Marsters that provided Weitbrecht with the idea, the inspiration and a kick in the right direction. Who knows - without Marsters the first deaf TTY network may not have been started as early in the sixties! DeafDigest editor, years ago, had the privilege of being given a private tour of the dental suite in Pasadena, CA where Marsters owned. It was an unforgettable experience. Thank you, James for helping create a TTY network where all groups in the deaf community were able to participate on an equal basis. .. Normally when Deaflympics are held, the host nation government would stay in the background as a gracious host, allowing the Deaflympics committee to run the show. It is different in Taiwan where the Deaflympics is coming up next month. The government is playing a high profile. Why? The government is using the Deaflympics to show the world that they wish to come out of the isolation forced on the nation ever since 1949 when mainland China went Communist. Just hope the Taiwan stance will be beneficial to the deaf in the long run, years after the Deaflympics have become a memory. .. For years and years everywhere, we always hear of deaf athletes complaining that the deaf opponents they play against, were actually hearing, and faking their deafness. And the opponents have always denied they were hearing. But now this - a "deaf" soccer team from Ghana went on a trip to play against a deaf team from Australia. Only that the "deaf" team consisted of hearing players. The Australians are upset, and are demanding monetary damages. And in the meantime the sports official in Ghana, that organized the "deaf" team, has been arrested! ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) ................................................................ ................................................................ SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology ................................................................ ................................................................ A DEAF CLOCK REPAIRMAN We have had many deaf people that repaired wrist watches. But have we ever had a deaf person that repaired a town tower clock. This is a big clock in downtown where people look at it and depend on it to get the right time? Yes. The late Lee Brody, who was famous for his past Phone TTY business, was a tower clock repairman during his younger days. The clock was in downtown Fairlawn, New Jersey, and he walked up the tower from time to time to make the repairs. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/main/video-clock/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) THESE DEAF TRAVELERS Many deaf people travel all over the world. And when we travel we carry our passports and our visas. Deaflympics is coming up next month. We hope there will be no passport and visa problems among our deaf athletes when they arrive at Taiwan. Some years back Australia hosted the World Federation of the Deaf, but the government refused to allow deaf delegates from some African and Asian nations. The government was afraid that some of these delegates may sneak out and stay in Australia after WFD has ended! Yes, the WFD officers were very upset. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-travelers/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) A HATED BUZZWORD Buzzwords come and go, be it Hearing Buzzword or a Deaf Buzzword. A new buzzword is around - and we all hate it. This buzzword is: Donor Fatigue For us, it means hearing people no longer wish to donate funds to deaf agencies that are badly in need of funds. NO DEDICATION LAST WEEK A DeafDigest subscriber expressed "disappointment" that an eminent deaf individual who passed away last week was not given dedication in DeafDigest. The person is Dr James Marsters. He was not dedicated only because no one told DeafDigest editor of his death until after the Blue edition was distributed. A google search at that time did not disclose his death. At any rate he is dedicated in this edition. Thank you for bearing with DeafDigest. ................................................................ Meet and chat with deaf singles and friends worldwide on the largest deaf network on the internet ! * Find out why Deaf Match International works....since 2001 * Sign up and list your profile for FREE * The most Deaf and Hard of Hearing singles online - thousands of members ! Visit: www.DeafMatchInternational.com .. T-Mobile Sidekick Special Deals.....going on right now ! 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Free Catalog Available---"Resources and Equipment for People with Hearing Loss"---sign up for one now at UnitedTTY.com ! Discount TTY Repair/Cleaning at the UTSS Service Center ! Most orders shipped out within 24 hours....Toll-Free Customer Service/Order Line (1-866-889-4872) open until Midnight 7 Days a Week ! For more information....contact: United TTY Sales and Service (UTSS) TOLL FREE: 1-866-TTY-4USA (1-866-889-4872) (Voice or TTY) In MD, DC and VA --- Call: (301) 926-2365 (Voice or TTY) FAX: (301) 963-0785 VP: (866) 536-6781 E-Mail: info@unitedtty.com Web: http://www.unitedtty.com/ Live Online Support --- AIM: UnitedTTY ................................................................ SONIC IS NOT DEAF-FRIENDLY? A DeafDigest subscriber that lives in upstate New York stopped at a Sonic fast food eatery for quick bite. No one could enter the eatery. They have to order from outside. There was no "easy" menu for the deaf patron to point to. The deaf patron confronted one of the Sonic employees, who disclaimed responsibility, saying it was the "headquarters" that made the decision not open the Sonic facility to the public. Very discriminatory, sighs DeafDigst! A MOVIE MADE IN 1966 There was a movie, titled "Silent World, Muffled World" that was produced in 1966. It illustrates issues deaf people face - social acceptance, education, causes of hearing losses, and slow progress towards equality. Year 1966 and Year 2009 are 43 years apart but the more things change, the more things remain the same! DEAF ISSUES (short series; based on comments by educators and deaf service professionals) when deaf students are in need of grief counseling, there are no grief counselors around that know how to comfort them in sign language (series to continue until it runs out) WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? hosts asking the deaf people in the audience if the interpreter has been doing a good job? if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series Some people may not realize that most realtime broadcast captioning and remote CART services are provided from captioners' homes. In the early days of captioning, captioners worked from the offices of the large captioning companies, but more and more captioners have begun working from their homes over the last 20 years. Captioners need home offices with the proper equipment and backup systems in place to assure reliable coverage. Probably the most important element in a captioner's home office is electrical power. Depending on where a captioner lives and what sort of backup is in place with other captioners to cover assignments, a captioner may need an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in case of a power failure. This will keep the captioner's equipment running for 15 to 30 minutes, which should be enough time to notify another captioner to take over the assignment. If a captioner does not have another captioner who could quickly take over in an emergency, he or she will need to keep captioning for a longer time in the event of a power outage. Then a generator might be necessary. If a captioner is captioning a news broadcast for a California station where the weather is beautiful, it would be hard to explain to the viewers that the captions were interrupted because of thunderstorms in Texas ................................................................ ................................................................ weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday ................................................................ ................................................................ WHO IS IN CHARGE OF A MAINSTREAMED PROGRAM IN A SCHOOL DISTRICT? deaf program counselor (in many school districts we would expect a principal, or a director or a coordinator or a supervisor or someone with an appropriate title that would direct their mainstreamed programs; some districts are different and this reflects in a startling title above. Be surprised or shocked every week until series run out) ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of the Gold section ................................................................ ................................................................ Tour of America's National Parks Glacier National Park, Montana to Las Vegas July 11 - 30, 2010 For more info contact: Joy Carney at mailto:joyfulcarney@comcast.net ................................................................ ................................................................ Hot DeafNews boring, but important! After Jamaica, Belize is next. Jamaica, after years of refusing to allow the deaf to drive, has relented. The deaf people of Belize are demanding that they have the same rights to drive, and are now lobbying the government. .. The Deaf and the Law location: Indiana case: a deaf man, arrested in a robbery case, was incompetent. Still, the state officials kept him in prison for years. result: in what probably is considered to be the first deaf-related case to reach the Supreme Court, the justices freed him. comment: The robbery only netted him just five dollars. Did the punishment fit the crime? No, but the state officials overly punished him. .. DeafADA Issue of the Week: Want a copy of the Disability Law Handbook? Do click on: http://www.swdbtac.org/html/publications/dlh/index.html .. The Captioning Blunder of the Week: they are respected (expected) to come tomorrow .... What became of? Dick Moore - Past deaf printer, Washington Post - Present Washington, DC Deaf Community's best known professional deaf photographer, always in demand at deaf events mailto:barry@deafdigest.com with "past" and "present" details .. News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Finally - SOLD - is the campus of the now-closed Nebraska School for the Deaf. A church ministry which submitted a bid for the campus in an auction last year but withdrew it, has decided to make the purchase. The purchasing group said they will set aside part of the campus as a museum on Deaf Heritage. .. News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: A new member of the RIT Board of Trustees is Jim Macfadden, president and CEO of his Macfadden & Associates Inc, Silver Spring, MD high tech firm that does business with a number of federal government agencies. Jim, a Gallaudet graduate and a hall of fame athlete, also heads up the National Deaf Business Institute and also serves his alma mater as a member of the Board of Associates. To keep things straight - he is on the RIT board as opposed to serving on the NTID board, which are two separate boards. (editor's note: Jim has sold his business; he is no longer on the RIT board; he is currently chairs the Gallaudet Presidential Search Committee) .... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: Way back in 1965, deaf sports leaders were complaining that it was difficult for their Deaflympics participants to raise the necessary funds in order to take part. Deaf sports leaders are still complaining, in year 2009, of the same thing. Certain things do not change, especially the need to raise funds! .... A Vocational Rehabilitation counselor's great news: You receive a very large box of cookies in the mail from a potential vendor, and your regional manager gives you permission to eat them all. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Interpreter Coordinator - Full Time Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc Salisbury, Maryland Responsibilities: Coordinates all aspects of the Interpreting Program to include, scheduling and providing interpreting services for a variety of situations for staff, individuals, healthcare providers, businesses, etc. through the Eastern Shore; assigns and manages the contractual interpreters with various assignments; coordinates, manages and facilitates the Interpreter Network Committee to assist with planning and promoting workshops for local interpreters, Adheres to the Code of Ethics established by RID. Qualifications: Fluency in American Sign Language and written English, Certification from the Registry of Interpreters (RID) or other certification agent preferred, High School degree required. Excellent interpersonal, typing and computer skills. Ability to keep confidentiality. Valid driver's license required and good driving record. Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Pension, Life, Vacation, sick and personal leave. To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to: Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. Human Resources Department 806 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, Maryland 21804 or fax to 410-543-4874 Or email mailto:dila@dila.org You may also apply on line at http://www.dila.org Position is open until filled -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Coordinator / P.R.I.D.E. Program (Full-time grant position) Rochester School for the Deaf Rochester, NY DATE POSITION TO BE FILLED: As soon as possible PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Coordinator will assume and perform duties and responsibilities to provide employment training and job coaching to deaf adults who have additional disabilities. The Coordinator will supervise full-time staff; hire, assign, and supervise job coaches; develops and maintains interagency cooperation; develops consumer service plans; complete monthly, quarterly, annual reports required by RSD and VESID; administer program funds, check requests, purchase orders; and attend and lead meetings as necessary. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Human Service, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, or Vocational Rehabilitation Prior experience in Employment Services Proficiency in American Sign Language required Prior experience with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds 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, sex, marital status, age, national origin, and veteran status -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Opportunities - Residential Supervisor, 13th Year Transition Program - Mainstream Coordinator Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA At WPSD, "Our kids come first." We are looking for people to join our staff who share this commitment and are willing to work with the goal of providing our students with the best education, residential and support services possible. If you share our commitment to students, please visit our web site at: http://www.wpsd.org for descriptions of the following job openings at WPSD - Residential Supervisor, 13th Year Transition Program - Mainstream Coordinator Excellent salary and benefit packages available. Sign Language skills, FBI clearance, PA Act 34 and 151 Child Abuse clearances are required for all positions. Send letter and resume to: Director of Human Resources Western PA School for the Deaf 300 East Swiss vale Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15218-1469 Fax: 412-244-4211 Email: mailto:hshirey@wpsd.org EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Campus Dean of Academic Affairs Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAMPUS DEAN OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree required, Doctorate degree recognized. Five (5) years related experience in personnel and fiscal management and planning and three (3) years teaching experience in higher education required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Campus Dean of Academic Affairs is responsible for planning, directing, developing, administering, and supervising the General Studies, Career and Technical Education, and Preparatory Studies departments. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at: http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Career Placement Counselor Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAREER PLACEMENT COUNSELOR. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree in Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, Social Work or Psychology or other related field. LPC, LMSW, CRC, LPC-I or a participant in a pre-licensure supervision program. Three years related experience required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Career Placement Counselor will provide career development, personal counseling services, and career and academic assessments to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Will assist students and faculty in student internship placement opportunities. Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on the demand of services and student schedules. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening ASL Mental Health Therapist - Part-time Family & Children Services San Jose, CA Not-for-profit social services agency seeks counselor to provide comprehensive mental health services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing population, including children, youth and adults, 20 hours/week Responsibilities: - Provide direct counseling services, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and case management as needed. - Consult with psychiatrist or other specialists. - Refer client to supportive community services. - Maintain thorough and accurate client records. - Comply thoroughly with Santa Clara County Mental Health Department contract documentation, auditing standards, and requirements in a timely manner (agency will train). - Participate in BBS-qualifying individual and group supervision by MFT / LCSW as required by client contact and license status. - Provide workshops and presentations, network and collaborate with other community providers. Minimum Qualifications: - ASW or MFTI (MFT or LCSW welcome to apply). - Direct experience providing clinical and case management services to Deaf/HOH population. - Demonstrated ability to work and communicate well within a culturally diverse, multidisciplinary team. - Some local travel is required. - Fluent in American Sign Language required and bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Family & Children Services, ( http://www.fcservices.org ), is a nonprofit social services agency that is a professionally run organization with over 60 years of providing quality services to the community. To apply: please forward your cover letter & resume to: mailto:hr@fcservices.org. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - ASL/Deaf Studies Teacher - Athletic Director - Social Worker - Spanish/ASL - Family Resource Specialist New York School for the Deaf White Plains, NY For full details about these positions and all Fanwood has to offer, please visit our website: http://www.nysd.net -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- announcing an opening Principal American School for the Deaf West Hartford, CT CLOSING DATE: Until filled. The American School for the Deaf is located on a 54 acre campus in West Hartford, Connecticut. It is a residential and day program operating as a state-aided private school. It was established in 1817 as the first permanent school for the deaf in America. The program is a comprehensive center-based and community-based educational program serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students from preschool through high school, and adult service program, utilizing a total communication philosophy. SCOPE OF DUTIES: Under the direction of the Director of Education, supervises the work of teachers, teacher aides, and clerical staff for a specific educational department of the American School for the Deaf. Exercises considerable leadership, ingenuity and flexibility to adapt a program to fit the needs, abilities, and conditions peculiar to deaf students. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf, State of CT Teacher Certification, State of CT Intermediate Supervision Certificate or ability to secure same. Minimum SCPI level of Intermediate Plus. Send resume and letter of application to: Human Resources American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107-1269 For more information visit our website: http://www.asd-1817.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Itinerant Field Operations Support II Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program position is in Northern California area starting salary: $51,937 with benefits for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/ddtp -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening (contingent on funding) Tenure Track Faculty position Gallaudet University Washington, DC seeking full time tenure track faculty member who will be assigned to one of the following departments: - Psychology - Linguistics - Education - ASL/Deaf Studies to read the position description and on application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/gallaudetfaculty -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Austine School for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Brattleboro, Vermont The Austine School for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing is a state approved pre-k through 12th grade comprehensive educational program promoting excellence and life-long learning. Due to expanding programs, we are looking for quality people with the abilities to serve our students with compassion and energy. - Educational Interpreter Part-time (possible Full time) Location: Brattleboro, VT Responsibilities: Interpret for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing students at local high school. Work w/ individual students to promote desirable academic and behavioral progress. Promote Deaf Culture & the social, emotional & physical growth of students Requirements: Fluency in ASL Educational Interpreting Experience Successful completion of an Interpreter Training Program If not already RID certified, willingness to become certified within 3 years. - Director of Little Arrows Daycare-Brattleboro, VT Full time (40 hrs) 12 months BA in Early Childhood Ed, MA preferred 3 yrs teaching experience Fluency in ASL Develop and direct exciting new program to serve both Deaf and hearing children - Teacher of the Deaf at Brattleboro, VT Full-time (40 hrs/week) with benefits-10 month Proficiency in ASL & English Master Degree in Deaf Education VT License in Special Ed or Deaf Ed within 1 year of employment Apply knowledge of child development, special needs, curriculum, assessment, classroom management and discipline techniques, utilize technology in instruction position available in several subjects - Teacher of the Deaf/Blind at Brattleboro, VT Part-time (30hrs. /week) with benefits-10 month - Classroom Paraprofessional at Brattleboro, VT Part-time or full-time - Occupational Therapist/ Physical Therapist-Brattleboro, VT Part-time position, 4 -5 hrs a week - Knowledge of ASL preferred - Nursing Position-Brattleboro, VT VT state Licensure required Willingness to learn ASL CPR cert. preferred Per-Diem, some holiday/weekend resp. Application procedures: Interested persons are to apply in person at Austine School for the Deaf, off Maple Street (Building- Holton Hall, 2nd floor) in Brattleboro, VT or submit a resume or letter of interest to Kelly Therieau. Her email address is: mailto:ktherieau@vcdhh.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special notes: (located at the bottom of the Gold section) http://www.deafdigest.com
DeafDigest – 02 August 2009
By admin on August 2, 2009
DeafDigest Gold - August 2, 2009 Gold edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://www.deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; free subscription serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 13th year (to unsubscribe, please click on unsubscribe link at bottom or go to http://www.deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow instructions ) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASL Videos of the Week: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-culture/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-asl/ .. Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: http://www.deafdigest.com/davideo.html -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Data Plans for only $29.99 a Month The Deaf Pager Store has data plans for only $29.99 a month, including unlimited text messaging, email and instant messaging. Save on Blackberry Devices---including the Blackberry Curve 8830, the Blackberry Curve 8350i, and the Blackberry Tour 9630 Smartphone. 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President Obama invited about 100 disabled individuals to a meeting at the White House. Four of the invitees were deaf, and yes, an interpreter was provided. During the meeting Obama wanted to work with the leaders of the disabled to continue to meet ADA goals. DeafDigest, however, is not sure if one of the disabled leaders would be a deaf person. .. The U.S. Department of Labor has launched a new web site. Do click on: http://www.Disability.gov It was formerly named DisabilityInfo.gov, and has been redesigned and overhauled. .. Deaf taking on the Eggheads! This is the TV program that is coming up in Great Britain on August 7th. The deaf team, named "One Sense Less" is challenging the Eggheads in a Quiz Show. .. The US Access Board is now addressing issues regarding kiosks, point of sale machines (grocery self check outs) medical equipment, diagnostic machines, public transit systems, which lack these visual displays .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology .............................................................. .............................................................. DEAF CULTURE IN DEAFLYMPICS Deaflympics is coming up next month in Taiwan. There are two different kinds of Deaf Culture during the Deaflympics. Deaf Culture is when deaf athletes from different countries make friends with each other, using gestures to communicate with each other. But for some hearing coaches it is a different kind of Deaf Culture. One hearing coach told DeafDigest that he had to deal with different deaf athletes on his team - Black athletes, White athletes, ASL athletes, oral athletes, residential school athletes, mainstreamed athletes, etc. He had to use ASL at the same time move his lips slowly for athletes that only can lipread. Different kinds of Deaf Culture! - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-culture/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) ASL WITH OTHER HEARING LANGUAGES This is a true story. A deaf employee had a problem with his computer. The boss contacted a computer repair company to come over and fix the broken computer. For few hours, five people were at the deaf employee's office. One was the deaf man himself, using ASL, one was the boss, using English as his spoken language. Another employee came in to help and he spoke Spanish. Two men from the computer repair company came; one spoke Vietnamese and the other spoke Korean. Five different languages but communication was smooth; the deaf man's ASL with his gestures helped hearing men communicate each other. And yes, the computer was fixed! - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-asl/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) A POSSIBLE REASON FOR NOT ALLOWING DEAF DRIVERS For years Jamaica has never allowed its deaf people to drive cars, even though deaf tourists were allowed to drive rental cars. There may be a reason for it. A deaf tourist visited Jamaica twice, in 1974 and then in 2004. In 1974, the roads were bad. In 2004 the roads "were beyond horrible". He also said that before the authorities worry about the deaf driving, they should first start repairing the roads! It is true that hearing drivers struggle with bad roads, the same as deaf drivers. .............................................................. Dr. Steven L. 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Two Full Time Deaf Dentists Proficient in American Sign Language: Dr. Steven Rattner and Dr. Bo Byun * Staff Trained in Sign Language Efficiency If you have any more questions, contact us at mailto:doctorbyun@hotmail.com for Dr. Bo Byun or mailto:SRattner@aol.com for Dr. Steven Rattner. Our dental offices are located in College Park, MD and Rockville/Gaithersburg, MD. Our phone number for TTY is 301-474-8278. Our website is http://www.drrattner.com .............................................................. TACHOMETER: HOW TO DRIVE A TRUCK? There was a story of a deaf student at a truck driving school finally passing his driving test. This student is deaf when taking off his hearing aids but "hearing" when he puts on his hearing aids. In fact the story described him as 87 percent deaf (without hearing aids). There is no such a thing as deafness in terms of percentages but this is besides the point. The truck driving school instructor said: I had to teach him how to shift gears based on the tachometer alone, because he can't hear the difference in the vibration of the engine Ah, the power of the tachometer, or in other words, Deaf Tachometer! THE WENDY DRIVE-IN SYSTEM Many of us love to eat these Wendy hamburgers, without getting out of our cars. It was learned, via a TV program, that the Wendy management has changed the way it handles these kiosk intercom orders from drivers. Instead of calls going to these Wendy workers, the calls are rerouted to a call center in India. In turn the call center forwards these orders to the kitchen people - all within a matter of seconds. Not exactly sure how the call center handles orders from deaf drivers? We know that deaf drivers have accused fast food outlets of discrimination because of not being able to place orders from their cars. A COMMENT FROM A CI SURGEON A surgeon who performs CI operations, said: They all work, it's just a matter of how effective it is for each person This is an interesting comment. CI is much more effective for some individuals, and much less effective for some others. And if it is much less effective, then did the CI operation work at all? A FAVORITE SOCCER TEAM More and more Americans are starting to root for these big time European soccer teams - Manchester United, Juventas, Chelsea and others are examples. What is DeafDigest editor's favorite pro soccer team? It is Doncaster Rovers in Great Britain. Why Doncaster as it only plays on a lower level (like our minor league baseball system)? Because the tale is that way back in the 19th century, a bunch of deaf kids from the Doncaster College for the Deaf (high school in Great Britain) challenged a bunch of town kids to a pick up soccer game. The game ended in a tie, and the hearing kids got together and decided to form their own soccer team, called the Doncaster Rovers. Doncaster Rovers would not have been born if not for that pick up game with the deaf school! OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE DEAF IN SPORTS We always have a number of deaf individuals in "hearing" sports - coach of a high school team, college sports administrative staff, serving on the staff of a college sports team, etc. It was just learned that Nick Huntimer, who is deaf, is the sports information director at Dakota State University in South Dakota. It is not easy to crack the "hearing" sports world. Resistance to hiring the deaf is fierce. TALES FROM FORMER DEAF PIZZA DRIVERS (series to be run on a weekly basis until list of tales run out) I was laid off from my full time job, so delivered pizzas for few months until I found a new full time job. While delivering pizzas I was making more money (take home) thanks to tips as opposed to the salary I was making at my old job. When I found a new job, my take home pay went down! If you are a former Deaf Pizza Driver and have an interesting tale, please share it with: mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section .............................................................. .............................................................. WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? a newspaper story said: Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao talks with deaf-mute workers via finger language while visiting Yuping handicraft company in Jilin. Finger language? Do we call our ASL a finger language? Deaf-mute workers in China??? Many deaf people in China are capable of speech. .............................................................. .............................................................. 31st World's Largest ASL Silent Weekend in 2010 Signing Greeting Cards ASL and Interpreting DVDs We had over 600 at the recent silent weekend. The venue for the June 24-27, 2010 event will handle 700-1000 participants and include a medical interpreting track. Novice, beginning, intermediate and advanced ASL and ITP students, as well as interpreters (CEUs offered) will have around 150 hours of seminars to choose from. The 31st Silent Weekend is at the Florida Hotel at the Florida Mall in Orlando with its huge food court allowing you to have a complete meal for $5.99 instead of paying $20-30 at other conferences' hotel prices. The room costs are even lower next year ... just $105 with free parking and unlimited free internet! Students and professionals seeking to improve their skills can bring family members and they can take novice sign language classes for just $89 per person! There will be group registration opportunities online after July 1 at www.DrSign.com . There are simply no other local, regional or national conferences offering you so many hours of classes as inexpensively as the Silent Weekends. Just check them out! Final details will be online beginning in August but the cost per person is as low as $149 per person and exhibit tables at $150. Sign language DVDs are available online at http://www.DrSign.com - A brand new DVD "When 'Duck' is not Enough" to show you how to represent inanimate objects is now available. The 8th Florida/Alaska Motorcycle Charity Run for deaf babies is currently under way. See http://www.deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,705315218,00.html for an article from a newspaper. See http://www.AlaskaBikeRun.com for updates and photos. These trips will take place every year so why not make plans to join us now in 2010 for a Bed and Breakfast tour? Please browse our selection of signing greeting cards at: http://www.DrSign.com .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! The Center for Disease Control Early Hearing Detection and Intervention program's report showed mixed results. It says that 94 percent of infants were screened but that only 56 percent of those thought to be deaf have not been followed up with! .. DeafLibrary Page of the Week Our Deaf Standard of Living What are the factors that decide our Deaf Standard of Living: Do click on: http://deafdigest.com/deaf-standard-of-living (on a rotating basis, a different DeafLibrary Page topic will be featured every week) .. Deaf Picture of the Week: Mike Hansen deaf principal of hearing school & Deaflympics soccer player http://www.pantagraph.com/sports/article_aaf02508-7c99-11de-9573-001cc4c002e0.html .. Question of the week: Q. Is there such a thing as ASL Vocabulary? A. Yes, but it could be murky. A sign may either contain a legitimate word that the interpreter can define OR a non-word that the interpreter understands but is not clearly defined in a standard dictionary send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. .. Wish List of the Week: that President Obama, who loves sports, would decide to completely fund our participation in the Deaflympics that is taking place next month .. DeafHistory - Looking Back: during the 12th century - doctors felt that deafness can be cured by using a rubbing compound over deaf person's ears .. Deaf and the Money: In the past years, deaf clubs which hosted national deaf basketball tournaments, would claim making big money. True or false? Many tournaments do not make a profit, but money was made by pre-tournament revenues (raffles, big dances, car washes, bake sales, silent auctions. These funds would be earmarked for tournament operations. .. DeafNumbers of the Week: In Malaysia, there are: - 24,000 individuals identified as deaf - 10 interpreters - ratio is one interpreter for every 2,400 deaf persons! .. DeafDigest Sports to read weekly summary on deafsports, click on: http://deafdigest.com/deafsports DeafDigest Sports is a no-cost subscription available only for DeafDigest subscribers; e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com there is no web page postings with DeafDigest Sports; you have to subscribe to keep up with deafsports! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - Coordinator, Statewide Services, D & HOH Children - MS/HS Leader Delaware School for the Deaf Newark, Delaware please click on these links to get job description and application procedures - Coordinator, Statewide Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_CoordStwideSvcs.pdf - MS/HS Leader http://www.christina.k12.de.us/employment/Postings/2009/0720_school_leader_dsd_grade_7_12.pdf -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Itinerant Field Operations Support II Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program position is in Northern California area starting salary: $51,937 with benefits for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/ddtp -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- positions available - School Psychologist - Physical Therapist Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf Mill Neck, NY (on Long Island) PT position available. School Psychologist: Must possess MA degree in School Psychology. Successful prior experience working in a special education school. Knowledge of current practices/instruments in the evaluation of pre-school and school age children. Must have excellent communication skills and be fluent in American Sign Language. Physical Therapist: Seeking a certified physical therapist to provide services to students with special needs. Must possess State Certification. Knowledge of sign language a plus. Fax resume and cover letter to Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, LI, N.Y, to: K. Lagalante (516) 922-0093 (FAX) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking qualified individuals - Science Teacher - Math Teacher - Speech Teacher The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf Jackson Heights, NY The Lexington School for the Deaf/Center for the Deaf has served the broader Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community of the New York metropolitan area since 1864. Lexington has evolved to offer vital services in a range of important areas. Lexington strives to be a leading educational, advocacy, and social service agency on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Lexington provides a comprehensive education for children and parents in its Ready-to-Learn Program, ages 0-3, preschool, elementary, middle and high school programs, a foreign language transitional program, and the Special Education Unit for deaf with multiple disabilities. The curriculum meets standards set by the New York State Education Department. The high school is fully-accredited and like public high schools confers New York State Regents and Individual Education Plan (IEP) diplomas. Upon graduation, our students attend Gallaudet University, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, various universities and other two year colleges, or go directly into the work force or into further training programs. Lexington is seeking qualified individuals for the following job openings: - Science Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Math Teacher (Must possess Deaf Ed certification) - Speech Teacher (NYS Certification required- TSHH) Please email your resume to: mailto:jobopportunites@lexnyc.org or fax to 718-350-3332, indicating which position you are interested in. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Superintendent position Arkansas School for the Deaf Little Rock, Arkansas The Arkansas School for the Deaf invites applicants for the position of superintendent. Scope of Duties: This position is responsible for planning and directing the development, delivery and administration of the educational and residential life programs and services of the school. The Superintendent is responsible for establishing a residential and community environment conducive to learning and to the social and emotional development of children who are deaf/hard of hearing, or multi-handicapped, enrolled in specialized parent-infant, pre-school, elementary, secondary and pre-vocational programs. The Superintendent reports to and advises the five member Board of Trustees and directs and coordinates all business and facilities management activities, and community relations activities. Consults on educational and technological issues and initiatives associated with the growth and development of children who are deaf/hard of hearing. Minimum Requirements: - Must hold a standard teaching license and a Building Level or Curriculum/Program Administrator License - Must have four (4) years teaching experience with, preferably, Building Level or Curriculum/Program Administrator experience - Must hold an Advanced Degree or have completed an Advanced Program of Study reflective of the Arkansas Standards for District Level Administrator - Successfully completed the School Superintendent Assessment (SSA) Special Requirements: - Superintendent may be required to live on campus - (if required, room and board is furnished) - Ability to converse proficiently with deaf children and adults in American Sign Language - A background check may be conducted on applicants Salary: $85,536 Resumes will be accepted until August 15, 2009 or until filled. Please apply to: Lucy Cockrell, Personnel Manager Arkansas School for the Deaf 2606 W. Markham/ASB Duplex Little Rock, AR 72205 Phone: (501) 603-3529 (V/TTD) Fax: (501) 603-3533 mailto:lucyc@asd.k12.ar.us EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Mental Health Technician National Deaf Academy Mt. Dora, Florida Responsible for the daily supervision and monitoring of residents safety, activities of daily living, school attendance and recreation activities. Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Experience working in behavioral health setting preferred. Fluent in ASL preferred. American Sign Language training provided on site. FT and Per Diem, all shifts available. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Fax resume to Human Resources: (352)735-4939 or send resume to: National Deaf Academy, Attention: Human Resources, 19650 US Hwy 441, Mt. Dora, Florida 32757. Phone (352)735-9500. EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Vacancy Notice Department Chair: American Sign Language and Interpreting Education (ASLIE) National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester, NY DESCRIPTION: NTID is one of the eight colleges within Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), a national center of educational excellence. It is located in Rochester, New York, which is home to a large and vibrant Deaf community and has been named as one of the top 100 American cities in which to raise a family. The RIT community is diverse, dynamic, and excellence-driven. Within the college of NTID, the ASLIE department provides American Sign Language instruction to the university's faculty, staff, and students. In addition, the ASLIE department educates students seeking a baccalaureate degree in the field of ASL/English interpretation. Chair responsibilities, in addition to traditional faculty responsibilities, include: Provide strategic direction for the design, delivery, and on-going evaluation of curricula; manage the composition, evaluation, and development of the department's human resources; monitor budget and maintain departmentally-assigned resources; represent the department to internal RIT and NTID stakeholders as well as national stakeholders; and provide programmatic and curricular leadership to a nationally recognized faculty in the fields of American Sign Language instruction and ASL/English Interpreting education. Review of applications will begin Sept 30th and will continue until position is filled. For a complete job description and to apply online, visit the RIT Career Zone: http://mycareer.rit.edu KEYWORD SEARCH: IRC#30398 Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States Rochester Institute of Technology is an EO/AA Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Assistant Director of Residential Services http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx?jobid=752 - Residential Advisor http://www.deafdigest.com/resid.doc - Teacher (Blind/Deaf) http://www.deafdigest.com/lcs.doc - Substitute Teacher (P/T-Hourly) http://www.deafdigest.com/sub.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- more position openings Georgia School for the Deaf Cave Spring, GA for position descriptions and application procedures please click on any of below: - Teacher - Middle School Science http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/pea_hr_jobsearch.aspx http://www.spa.ga.gov/word/jobinfo/stateapp-emp.doc -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (updated August 2nd) - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT GLAD !! - * Job Developer/Interpreter- Anaheim, Pacoima, CA * Community Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Community Advocate - Bakersfield, CA * Placement Coordinator - Crenshaw, 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 Specialist 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special Notes: Copyright 2009 by Barry Strassler, DeafDigest. 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This is the Blue section. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to three individuals that departed us this week. Joseph Cary Touchstone was a retired research scientist, a professor emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Minimizing his deafness and not knowing sign language, he only made two accommodations - to have others make phone calls for him and to have a wake up alarm clock. He was a pioneer in biochemical chromatography which deals with gases, liquids and dissolved substances, and was recognized internationally for his work. The second individual was Mary Lou Garton. If not for her efforts, it may be quite possible that Kansas School for the Deaf may have continued as an oral school! As a teacher at the school, she refused to adhere to the all-oral philosophy. Said a former associate: She is truly a wonderful supporter of the Deaf Community and always signed for herself. Back in the old days, people felt that signing was bad and best learned later in life. She disagreed and went ahead to use it with her daughter. Now, we are more aware of the value of early communication and its positive impact on language development. I would say that Mary was a front runner of that. The third individual was Alyce Thomas, a long time teacher and administrator with a number of schools for the deaf. She was 98 at the time of her death. One of the schools she worked was California School for the Deaf at Riverside. Said the school administrator: She was a good person; I remember her very well. Thank you, Joseph, Mary and Alyce for enriching our lives! .. Things are looking up at the Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID), Big Spring. Texas. The state has given SWCID more money in grants, to be earmarked for new technology. And to get an idea of what is going on, do click on this vlog: http://www.swcidvlog.net/vlog03.html .. There are always two sides to a story. It was mentioned in DeafDigest last week that a deaf person has filed a lawsuit against Ohio State University for failure to provide captions at home football games. The Ohio State University ADA Coordinator said: Ohio State University has not received any requests for captioning at football, other sporting events or concerts in the ten years I have been with the university. During the same period we have received a number of requests for interpreters at concerts, interpreters and captioning at a wide range of public events and have consistently provided them. .. DeafDigest does not know what to make of some deaf individuals that argue for the rights to text while driving, if this same privilege is given to hearing drivers. There was a recent report that said that those that text will have 23 times more likely to have accidents. .. Deaf Group Home at La Familia, near Albuquerque, NM Deaf Group Home at La Familia, near Albuquerque, NM for Deaf Youth - education support services - clinical services - job skills training - employment support - life skills training - school to work transition planning - community involvement - recreational outings & entertainment for more information, email mailto:asl@nm.net or click on: http://www.deafdigest.com/lafamilia.doc ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com .. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) ................................................................ ................................................................ SONIC BOOM ALARM CLOCK WITH BED SHAKER ON SALE! Don't be late for the first day of school. WCI is here to help with this "timely" August special. Purchase either the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock or the Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with the vibrator at 10% off! It has many great features including a built-in receiver to pick up transmissions from other signalers. Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at http://www.weitbrecht.com for more details. (Use code WCID808 to order) For a copy of our NEW catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology ................................................................ ................................................................ A VOTING MACHINE FOR THE DEAF? Diebold is the name of the company that makes voting machines. In many cities and towns, we use the voting machines to vote for candidates in elections. Diebold is strange. This company built a machine that has voice instructions for the deaf! Why do deaf people need to hear voice instructions? DeafDigest does not understand why. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-voting/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) NO MORE CAREER DEAF EMPLOYEES? In the past we have met many deaf employees that would work 40 or 50 years in the same company before they retire. We are now seeing fewer and fewer career deaf employees that work for a long time with same company. More companies would lay off their employees today if business is bad. And unions are weaker. Even the government may also lay off their employees if there are budget cuts. This is sad. - for ASL News version, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/videos/video-career/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) A SCHOOL PRINCIPAL AT THE DEAFLYMPICS The Deaflympics is coming up sooner before we will realize it. And the USA team will include a school principal. What is a school principal doing with kids, some of them young enough to be still in school? Is he watching over them? The principal is Mike Hansen, and he is a member of the USA Deaflympics soccer team. When not playing soccer, his real job is principal at Salem Ranch Children's School in Illinois. A GEORGETOWN SYMPOSIUM Recently Georgetown University (Washington, DC) hosted a symposium, titled "Framing Disability: The Influence of Media Representation." It focuses on the media's influence on the public as far as the disabled is concerned. DeafDigest wishes Georgetown could have focused on deafness being given the wrong picture in the media. Examples are: - deaf and dumb - deaf and mute - deaf people are expert lipreaders - deaf people suddenly become hearing with CI - deaf people speak perfectly with oral training - deaf people cannot drive because they cannot hear And so on. ................................................................ 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For more information....contact: United TTY Sales and Service (UTSS) TOLL FREE: 1-866-TTY-4USA (1-866-889-4872) (Voice or TTY) In MD, DC and VA --- Call: (301) 926-2365 (Voice or TTY) FAX: (301) 963-0785 VP: (866) 536-6781 E-Mail: info@unitedtty.com Web: http://www.unitedtty.com/ Live Online Support --- AIM: UnitedTTY ................................................................ TO TEASE OR NOT TO TEASE It is human nature that individuals within an ethnic or cultural group make fun of themselves in a joking way. People will laugh and make nothing out of it. But should an outsider make this same joke, then reaction is of outrage. We, the deaf, are no better. We often joke at ourselves for being deaf and dumb, or being oral failures. But should a hearing person say the same about us, then we are visibly upset! ................................................................ For Immediate Release Contact: Tina Hunt, 402-694-3656 v/TTY Marketing Communications Manager Hamilton Relay, Inc. Captioned Telephone: New Service Implemented in Louisiana for People with Hearing Loss AURORA, NE, July 30, 2009 - Hamilton Telephone Company, d/b/a Hamilton Telecommunications, today announced an agreement with The Louisiana Relay Administration Board to provide Captioned Telephone service in Louisiana beginning August 1, 2009. Similar to closed captioning provided on most television programs, Captioned Telephone service is designed for individuals who have difficulty hearing on the telephone Captioned Telephone (CapTel?) technology, developed by Ultratec, Inc. of Madison, Wisconsin, allows individuals with hearing loss to view word-for-word captions of their telephone conversations using a CapTel phone. This device is ideal for individuals who use their own voice while conversing on the telephone but may have trouble deciphering the words of the other party. Through the efforts of the Louisiana Relay Administration Board (a board created by the Louisiana Public Service Commission to administer the state-wide program that provides access to telecom services for people who are hard of hearing, deaf, deaf-blind and speech disabled), Louisianans now have a new option available for communicating via the telephone. "We are thrilled to provide CapTel service to the residents of Louisiana as many across the state have expressed interest in the service," says Dixie Ziegler, Vice President of Hamilton Relay. "Hamilton?s goal is to provide its customers with the latest developments in telecommunications technology, resulting in services that are functionally equivalent to traditional telephone services." Individuals with hearing loss in Louisiana have looked forward to the availability of captioned telephone. Ann Boyd, who has lost her hearing has been active in expressing her desire for the service and is excited about the startup on August 1st, "You could not have given me any better news! I was just thrilled to learn that Louisiana will be offering CapTel services beginning in August to its citizens who are hard of hearing. As you know, it is the news I've been waiting to hear! I am really looking forward to being able to use CapTel when making and receiving calls. With both volume control and captions, the CapTel phone is an effective and comfortable way for those with mild to profound hearing loss to make phone calls to businesses, doctors, dentists, family members, grandchildren and friends with greater ease and understanding." To make a call, the CapTel user dials the number of the person they wish to call on the CapTel phone. The call is then connected to the service which provides the captioning. Using state-of-the art voice-recognition technology, a specially trained operator ?re-voices? everything said by the standard telephone user, converting speech into text. The captions appear almost simultaneously with the spoken word, allowing CapTel users to understand everything that is said by listening along with reading the CapTel phone?s screen. The CapTel phone features adjustable levels of amplification which extend to an additional 35 dB and works in conjunction with a hearing aid?s telecoil. CapTel is a telephone designed to allow the user to have natural back and forth conversations with the support of captions. Residents of Louisiana are invited to attend a 60 minute demonstration of the Captioned Telephone service on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the Louisiana Relay Service Center?s training room, 9107 Bluebonnet Centre Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA. If you are unable to attend this event, information about the service and how to obtain a CapTel phone will be available at the 2nd Annual Summer Picnic at Highland Road Park on Saturday, August 8, 2009 from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Hamilton has arranged, for a limited time only, to make the CapTel phone available for $99.00 (retail value of $495). This offer comes with a 90-day trial period, which guarantees that if the customer is not entirely happy with the CapTel phone, s/he can return the phone for a full refund within 3 months. For more information about CapTel, including how to obtain a CapTel phone, please contact: Louisiana Relay Customer Service 9107 Bluebonnet Centre Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70809 Voice/TTY: 1-866-560-1452 Fax: 225-293-3583 E-mail: mailto:larelay@hamiltonrelay.com About Hamilton Relay: Hamilton Relay offers a variety of services including Traditional Relay Services, Captioned Telephone (CapTel?), and Internet Relay. Hamilton provides traditional relay and/or CapTel services to 17 states, the District of Columbia, the Island of Saipan and the Virgin Islands. All services are available at http://www.hamiltonrelay.com CapTel is a registered trademark of Ultratec, Inc. ................................................................ ANOTHER DEAF LOCKSMITH IN VIETNAM Last year DeafDigest mentioned a deaf locksmith with a thriving customer base in Vietnam. There is another one - Bui Bach Tuong, who is deaf, has his own thriving locksmithing practice in Ho Chi Minh City. A compliment paid him by one of his customers was that he makes the best keys in the city! DEAF ISSUES (short series; based on comments by educators and deaf service professionals) the job description of deaf counselors are much different from those of hearing class counselors (series to continue until it runs out) WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being asked too many times: do you have deaf members in your family? if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series Most people reading this newsletter are probably aware of this, but there are many, many people in this country who do not know that the vast majority of realtime captioning on television is done by people who are using the skills of a court reporter. The National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) is a national professional association of court and freelance reporters, realtime captioners, and CART providers. Captioners, CART providers, and court reporters from across the country will be gathering later this week in the metro Washington, D.C., area as the NCRA 2009 Annual Convention and Exposition will take place at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, August 6-9, 2009. The news broadcasts that you regularly watch may be captioned by captioners attending this event. Some of these captioners may even be working while they are attending the convention and sending their captions from their hotel rooms at the Gaylord National. ................................................................ ................................................................ weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://www.deafdigest.com updated every Monday ................................................................ ................................................................ WHO IS IN CHARGE OF A MAINSTREAMED PROGRAM IN A SCHOOL DISTRICT? coordinator of learning support (in many school districts we would expect a principal, or a director or a coordinator or a supervisor or someone with an appropriate title that would direct their mainstreamed programs; some districts are different and this reflects in a startling title above. Be surprised or shocked every week until series run out) ................................................................ ................................................................ For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of the Gold section ................................................................ ................................................................ Tour of America's National Parks Glacier National Park, Montana to Las Vegas July 11 - 30, 2010 For more info contact: Joy Carney at mailto:joyfulcarney@comcast.net ................................................................ ................................................................ Hot DeafNews boring, but important! The Department of Justice and Gregg County in Texas reached agreement on how to improve public access for the disabled, the deaf included. While nothing specifically deaf related was mentioned in the agreement, the assumption is that it will be deaf-friendly. .. The Deaf and the Law location: New York case: a treasurer of a deaf organization was arrested fro embezzling close to $50,000 over the years result: sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to make full restitution comment: this would never have happened if strict financial procedures were followed .. DeafADA Issue of the Week: Happy 19th anniversary; we have seen a cottage industry surface (ADA-specialist attorneys, ADA consultants, ADA spokespersons, etc) Next year will be the 20th anniversary. .. The Captioning Blunder of the Week: in Spanish, the word el cielo (the sky) was captioned as el hielo (the ice) .... What became of? Bryan Pratt - Past a deaf member of the football team at East Central University in Oklahoma - Present head football coach, McAlester HS in Oklahoma; he does not sign and does not mingle in the deaf community mailto:barry@deafdigest.com with "past" and "present" details .. News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: There is a crisis in education of the deaf - and it has nothing to with mainstreaming issues or of the teaching methods. Many veteran teachers, these baby boomers, entered the education field at the same time and will be retiring at the same time. This means new group of teachers must be found within the next few years. A superintendent made this prediction that approximately one third of them will be gone within five years. .. News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Dr. Jack Sanders, Graceville, FL who departed us last week. He became deaf as a child. Deafness did not stop him from becoming a physician, serving 50 years in the medical profession. He was considered to be the heart and soul of the Campbellton-Graceville Hospital. Everyone in the town loved him for his kindness and compassion. Did he sign and mingle with the deaf? Doubt it, but point remains is that he, as a lifelong deaf man, became the town's most beloved physician. .... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: Next year is Year 2010. How do we, the deaf, sign the year 2010? Do we sign like this 0 and 10? Or is it 20 and 10? .... A Vocational Rehabilitation counselor's great news: None of your customers show up for an appointment at the library and as a result, you get to browse your favorite books and newspapers for the afternoon. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Employment Opportunities - Residential Supervisor, 13th Year Transition Program - Mainstream Coordinator Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA At WPSD, "Our kids come first." We are looking for people to join our staff who share this commitment and are willing to work with the goal of providing our students with the best education, residential and support services possible. If you share our commitment to students, please visit our web site at: http://www.wpsd.org for descriptions of the following job openings at WPSD - Residential Supervisor, 13th Year Transition Program - Mainstream Coordinator Excellent salary and benefit packages available. Sign Language skills, FBI clearance, PA Act 34 and 151 Child Abuse clearances are required for all positions. Send letter and resume to: Director of Human Resources Western PA School for the Deaf 300 East Swiss vale Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15218-1469 Fax: 412-244-4211 Email: mailto:hshirey@wpsd.org EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Campus Dean of Academic Affairs Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAMPUS DEAN OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree required, Doctorate degree recognized. Five (5) years related experience in personnel and fiscal management and planning and three (3) years teaching experience in higher education required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Campus Dean of Academic Affairs is responsible for planning, directing, developing, administering, and supervising the General Studies, Career and Technical Education, and Preparatory Studies departments. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at: http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking applicants Career Placement Counselor Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Big Spring, TX Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf (SWCID) is seeking applicants for CAREER PLACEMENT COUNSELOR. Position available September 1, 2009. Masters degree in Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, Social Work or Psychology or other related field. LPC, LMSW, CRC, LPC-I or a participant in a pre-licensure supervision program. Three years related experience required. Fluency in American Sign Language required. The Career Placement Counselor will provide career development, personal counseling services, and career and academic assessments to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Will assist students and faculty in student internship placement opportunities. Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on the demand of services and student schedules. Excellent benefits. Please visit our website at http://www.howardcollege.edu for application and complete position notice. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening ASL Mental Health Therapist - Part-time Family & Children Services San Jose, CA Not-for-profit social services agency seeks counselor to provide comprehensive mental health services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing population, including children, youth and adults, 20 hours/week Responsibilities: - Provide direct counseling services, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and case management as needed. - Consult with psychiatrist or other specialists. - Refer client to supportive community services. - Maintain thorough and accurate client records. - Comply thoroughly with Santa Clara County Mental Health Department contract documentation, auditing standards, and requirements in a timely manner (agency will train). - Participate in BBS-qualifying individual and group supervision by MFT / LCSW as required by client contact and license status. - Provide workshops and presentations, network and collaborate with other community providers. Minimum Qualifications: - ASW or MFTI (MFT or LCSW welcome to apply). - Direct experience providing clinical and case management services to Deaf/HOH population. - Demonstrated ability to work and communicate well within a culturally diverse, multidisciplinary team. - Some local travel is required. - Fluent in American Sign Language required and bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Family & Children Services, ( http://www.fcservices.org ), is a nonprofit social services agency that is a professionally run organization with over 60 years of providing quality services to the community. To apply: please forward your cover letter & resume to: mailto:hr@fcservices.org. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - ASL/Deaf Studies Teacher - Athletic Director - Social Worker - Spanish/ASL - Family Resource Specialist New York School for the Deaf White Plains, NY For full details about these positions and all Fanwood has to offer, please visit our website: http://www.nysd.net -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- announcing an opening Principal American School for the Deaf West Hartford, CT CLOSING DATE: Until filled. The American School for the Deaf is located on a 54 acre campus in West Hartford, Connecticut. It is a residential and day program operating as a state-aided private school. It was established in 1817 as the first permanent school for the deaf in America. The program is a comprehensive center-based and community-based educational program serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students from preschool through high school, and adult service program, utilizing a total communication philosophy. SCOPE OF DUTIES: Under the direction of the Director of Education, supervises the work of teachers, teacher aides, and clerical staff for a specific educational department of the American School for the Deaf. Exercises considerable leadership, ingenuity and flexibility to adapt a program to fit the needs, abilities, and conditions peculiar to deaf students. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf, State of CT Teacher Certification, State of CT Intermediate Supervision Certificate or ability to secure same. Minimum SCPI level of Intermediate Plus. Send resume and letter of application to: Human Resources American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107-1269 For more information visit our website: http://www.asd-1817.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Itinerant Field Operations Support II Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program position is in Northern California area starting salary: $51,937 with benefits for position description & application procedures, click on: http://deafdigest.com/ddtp -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening (contingent on funding) Tenure Track Faculty position Gallaudet University Washington, DC seeking full time tenure track faculty member who will be assigned to one of the following departments: - Psychology - Linguistics - Education - ASL/Deaf Studies to read the position description and on application procedures, please click on: http://deafdigest.com/gallaudetfaculty -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- (ad has been updated, 7/19/09) open positions Austine School for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Brattleboro, Vermont The Austine School for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing is a state approved pre-k through 12th grade comprehensive educational program promoting excellence and life-long learning. Due to expanding programs, we are looking for quality people with the abilities to serve our students with compassion and energy. - Educational Interpreter Part-time (possible Full time) Location: Brattleboro, VT Responsibilities: Interpret for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing students at local high school. Work w/ individual students to promote desirable academic and behavioral progress. Promote Deaf Culture & the social, emotional & physical growth of students Requirements: Fluency in ASL Educational Interpreting Experience Successful completion of an Interpreter Training Program If not already RID certified, willingness to become certified within 3 years. - Director of Little Arrows Daycare-Brattleboro, VT Full time (40 hrs) 12 months BA in Early Childhood Ed, MA preferred 3 yrs teaching experience Fluency in ASL Develop and direct exciting new program to serve both Deaf and hearing children - Teacher of the Deaf at Brattleboro, VT Full-time (40 hrs/week) with benefits-10 month Proficiency in ASL & English Master Degree in Deaf Education VT License in Special Ed or Deaf Ed within 1 year of employment Apply knowledge of child development, special needs, curriculum, assessment, classroom management and discipline techniques, utilize technology in instruction position available in several subjects - Teacher of the Deaf/Blind at Brattleboro, VT Part-time (30hrs. /week) with benefits-10 month - Classroom Paraprofessional at Brattleboro, VT Part-time or full-time - Occupational Therapist/ Physical Therapist-Brattleboro, VT Part-time position, 4 -5 hrs a week - Knowledge of ASL preferred - Nursing Position-Brattleboro, VT VT state Licensure required Willingness to learn ASL CPR cert. preferred Per-Diem, some holiday/weekend resp. Application procedures: Interested persons are to apply in person at Austine School for the Deaf, off Maple Street (Building- Holton Hall, 2nd floor) in Brattleboro, VT or submit a resume or letter of interest to Kelly Therieau. Her email address is: mailto:ktherieau@vcdhh.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special notes: (located at the bottom of the Gold section) http://www.deafdigest.com
DeafDigest – 02 August 2009
By admin on August 2, 2009
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DeafDigest – 02 August 2009
By admin on August 2, 2009
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