DeafDigest Blue - March 1, 2015 Blue Edition Barry Strassler, Editor http://deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; subscription at no cost to you Serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 19th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/deafdigest1 Twitter @deafdigest subscription changes, go to deafdigest.com and click on subscribe and follow the screen weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/ (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/interpreters-help-deaf-asl-classes/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/hearing-fear-deaf-gestures/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/mid-week-news/geico-deaf-commercials/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/no-free-tickets-for-deaf/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Graphic Novel "El Deafo" at Harris Communications Winner of the John Newberry medal, "El Deafo" is Deaf author Cece Bell's graphic novel about growing up deaf and all the super and super embarrassing moments she had along the way. It was scary being in a new school, and even more so with a giant hearing aid strapped to your chest! At her old school everyone was deaf. This was different. She is sure the kids are staring at her FM system, but then she finds out how powerful it is. She was on her way to becoming El Deafo, Listener for All! "El Deafo" is a novel full of warmth, humor and superpowered strength. Preview pages of "El Deafo" (B1303) on the Harris Communications website. Retail price only $10.95. To find out more, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB030115 Contact us at mailto:info@harriscomm.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest welcomes unique deafnews tips; mailto:barry@deafdigest.com sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always confidential -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Top stories about the deaf: Srinivas Radhakrishna, a deaf resident of Chennai, in India, is responsible for the boom in hiring of the deaf at the Royal Bank of Scotland. As the first deaf employee, all eyes were on him. Over time, the employers, impressed with his work performance, have hired ten more deaf people. Top deaf performers at the 8th Zwakala Festival in South Africa will compete against each other on a series of dances, sign language renditions and entertainment. A total of 88 deaf contestants are taking part from 11 different African nations. For the first time in Great Britain, a fully accessible political debate among British political party representatives. It will be signed, captioned and with oral interpreting. Deaf leaders of Jamaica are continuing to complain that the government does not provide interpreters for deaf people when they seek medical and dental treatments. A video has been distributed among the deaf of Essex in Great Britain, educating them on how to best make use of police services. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Hawaii Deaf Cruise 2016 2 Night Pre-Cruise Honolulu Hotel + 7 Night Hawaii Cruise $350 deposit per person due by April 30, 2015 to lock current price. What's Included * Lei Greeting upon arrival at Honolulu Airport * Transfer Airport to Hotel * 2 Night Stay at Waikiki Resort Hotel, including luggage handling & daily breakfast buffet * Half-day Honolulu City Tour including Pearl Harbor Tour! * Transfers from hotel to ship are included * 7 Night Cruise aboard Norwegian's Pride of America round-trip from Honolulu, including most meals, select non-alcoholic beverages and most onboard entertainment * NCL Coupon Booklet worth over $300 of onboard savings! For more information please click bottom links http://www.hawaiicruiseoutlet.com/cruises/hawaii-deaf-cruise-2412.html For Prices & Reservation: http://www.hawaiicruiseoutlet.com/common_library/booking/categorySelect.php? cruise_adults=2&cruise_seniors=0&cruise_child=0&BillingState=CA&us_residency =&Province=&ItineraryID=2412&SailingID=110053885 or http://bit.ly/1zpImnI www.deafvacationcruise.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- READ WHAT THEY SAY Unlock the phone with CapTelŽ Captioned Telephone! CapTel shows word-for-word captions of everything a caller says over the phone, letting you read everything that they say. Like captions on TV - for the phone! Captions are provided by a free service, no monthly fees or contracts required. For more information or to order call 1-800-233-9130 V/TTY or visit http://www.weitbrecht.com/captel.html For more info about CapTel or any of the many assistive listening devices we offer, email: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! CapTelŽ Captioned Telephone - See What Everyone is Talking About! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- SCREAMING IN THE WORK OFFICE A hearing person screams to everyone in the office - he says: I have free basketball tickets. Come and grab these tickets Hearing people run and grab these free basketball tickets. No one tells the deaf person, who is a big basketball fan. Unfair? Yes - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/no-free-tickets-for-deaf/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Western States Deaf Campers June 7 - 14, 2015 Cody, WY more information at: http://deafdigest.com/2015-western-states-deaf-campers/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- FUNNY CAPTIONED COMMERCIALS The Geico commercials are funny and these are captioned. We often laugh at these commercials. Many years ago, Geico was hated by the deaf because the company refused to give automobile insurance for deaf drivers. We are thankful that Geico has changed its attitude. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/mid-week-news/geico-deaf-commercials/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- ASLTA 2015 Professional Development Conference June 24 - 27 Minneapolis, Minnesota more information at: http://deafdigest.com/2015-deaf-aslta-conference/ ............................................... WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? as complained by one interpreter: being told by a person, who knows nothing about sign language, that I did an excellent job of interpreting COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series I have sometimes been asked the question, "When did captioning start on TV?" The captioning that we are now accustomed to on television is what is called closed captioning. Closed captioning is not visible unless it is turned on and a decoder is used. There is also what is known as open captioning. This is captioning that anyone viewing a broadcast will be able to see, and it cannot be turned off or hidden from view. Open captioning is rarely used on television anymore, but the first program to be captioned was open captioned. On August 5, 1972, Julia Child, "The French Chef," made history when she taught viewers how to make a chicken recipe. This was the first time Americans could view captions on a television show, and it was a very significant breakthrough for deaf and hard-of-hearing television viewers. A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF always being asked - why don't you get a CI? (Every deaf person, no matter if it is ASL, oral, Cued Speech, late-deafened, hearing aid user, CI user, etc, share these pet peeves. You may laugh or cry) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafLaw many deaf litigants, dreading a drawn out court battle, often give up and quickly settle -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Trouble is brewing in Nevada as far as interpreters are concerned. State law, as challenged by state department of education requires RID or NAD certification. The education people want this to be watered down. The deaf community has been alerted to it and efforts are underway to kill the education's proposal. editor's note: pretty much sounds familiar - hint - Idaho! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Members of the alumni of Clarke School for the Deaf are upset. The school have changed its name only that the alumni was not made aware of it. It is now the Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech. Not keeping the alumni informed of the name change in advance is a big time mistake. It was the alumni, over the years, that raised the high profile of the school. A school, any school, is only as good as the solid alumni base behind it. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: What does the word "able" mean? Does it mean a person who is not physically disabled? Are deaf people "able" or "disabled"? There was a newspaper story, in part which said: For many years now, Fiji's deaf table-tennis players had been playing with abled athletes and they had been putting on a good performance if a deaf table tennis player is able to compete against top hearing players, then he is able! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The deaf in pleasure-reading books: Remorseful Day by Colin Dexter a woman is murdered; one of the suspects is a deaf person -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - * Deputy Director - Los Angeles, CA * Human Resources Manager - Los Angeles, CA * Quality Management Assistant - Los Angeles, CA * LIFESIGNS Dispatcher - Los Angeles, CA * Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA * Staff Interpreter (2 positions available) - Riverside, CA * Job Developer/Interpreter - Pacoima, CA * Job Developer/Interpreter - West Covina, CA To learn more about the above positions at GLAD, please go to our website: http://www.gladinc.org If interested for any of these positions then please submit resume and application to: Jeff Fetterman Human Resources Manager Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc. 2222 Laverna Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90041 V/TDD: (323) 550-4207 Fax #: (323) 550-4204 E-mail: mailto:gladhr@gladinc.org Position opening Teacher of the Deaf Iowa School for the Deaf - Northeast Regional Academy Charles City, Iowa Strength in diversity Quality through collaboration -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Position Opening Supervisor Alaska State School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Anchorage, Alaska Position Description: The ASSDHH Supervisor is responsible for the administration and oversight of the Alaska State School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ASSDHH) from preschool through the high school grades. The Supervisor is also responsible for the direct supervision and evaluation of various ASSDHH special education staff and related services providers. This position will research, develop and implement curriculum and programs related to Deaf Education, as well as collaborate with the school principal in the hiring, assignment and evaluation of certificated and classified special education/related services (ASSDHH) staff. Job Requirements: Valid Alaska Type B administrative certificate Minimum 3 years administrative experience Minimum 5 years experience in deaf education Bachelors or Master's degree in Deaf Education or certificate endorsement in Deaf Education Fluency in English and American Sign Language demonstrated by the Advanced level or above on the ASLPI or comparable sign language assessment. Salary/Benefits: This is an Exempt position, and is not represented by any Anchorage School District union. Number of workdays is 230. Salary is $84,000 - $89,000 depending on related education and experience. Participates in the Alaska Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Employees and their families receive health and life insurance, including dental and vision plans. Details at http://www.asdk12.org/benefits/ Contact Person: Tracy Pifer (907)-742-4243 or (907) 268-2041 (VideoPhone); mailto:Pifer_Tracy@asdk12.org Apply Online: http://www.asdk12.org/employment/certificated/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Anticipated opening Program Director EDCO Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Bedford, MA Description To direct the successful development, implementation and communication for the EDCO Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing through the effective supervision of program staff, administration of program budget, working collaboratively with EDCO administration, school districts, host schools, parents and community resources in the service of promoting student cognitive, social, emotional, behavioral and personal development. For full job description, go to the following link. https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=1251272& Send letter of interest, copy of updated resume, copy of DESE license, three current letters of reference and copies of transcripts to: Judith Vaillancourt, Associate Executive Director EDCO Collaborative 36 Middlesex Turnpike Bedford, MA 01730 E.O.E. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings - Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies - Dean of the School of Education, Business, and Human Services Gallaudet University Washington, DC Gallaudet University is the world leader in liberal education and career development for deaf and hard of hearing students. The University enjoys an international reputation for its outstanding academic programs and for the ground breaking research it conducts. Gallaudet University seeks progressive and dynamic leaders to fill the positions of Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies, and Dean of the School of Education, Business, and Human Services (SEBHS). - Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies: The Dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies provides academic leadership for graduate education, continuing studies and distance education at the University in collaboration with the deans of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) and the School of Education and Human Services (SEBHS). The Graduate School draws on Gallaudet's rich heritage, distinguished faculty and staff, and ASL-English bilingual environment to prepare deaf, hard of hearing and hearing scholars, leaders and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to excel in their professions and disciplines and to generate knowledge through research and scholarship to inform theory and practice in the disciplines and professions represented by graduate programs. The ideal candidate for this position, in addition to ensuring the continuing high quality of existing programs, will inspire and support innovation, collaborating with the school deans and department chairs to the develop new 21st century online and hybrid graduate and continuing studies offerings, including new interdisciplinary programs and research. In addition to overseeing the daily administration of offices related to graduate education, continuing studies and distance education, the dean works in collaboration with the Council on Graduate Education (CGE) to review and approve curriculum actions and to develop and ensure compliance with graduate school, continuing studies, and distance education policies and procedures. The dean administers graduate tuition scholarships and assistantships, and, in collaboration with the deans of CAS and SEBHS, promotes and supports the recruitment, mentoring, and retention of exemplary faculty, staff, and students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Candidates should possess an earned doctorate and evidence of increasingly responsible leadership and supervisory experience in higher education; a record of commitment to multicultural organizational development and efforts that have maximized the effective education of deaf and hard of hearing students from diverse backgrounds and cultures; a record of successful teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels and consistent engagement in research activities with an extensive history of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals; excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, writing and advocacy skills. Fluency in American Sign Language required at the time of application. Review of applications begins on March 16, 2015 and continues until the position is filled. To Apply: Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a completed job application to mailto:personnel.office@gallaudet.edu View this position opening at: http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/?select=Administrators#15001 - Dean of the School of Education, Business, and Human Services (SEBHS): Gallaudet University seeks a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as dean of the School of Education, Business and Human Services (SEBHS). The school houses eight academic departments that collectively enroll approximately 600 diverse deaf, hard of hearing and hearing students in undergraduate majors/minors and masters and doctoral degree programs. These departments, with approximately 75 faculty, are Business, Counseling, Education, Government and Public Affairs, Hearing, Speech, and Language Sciences, Interpretation, Physical Education and Recreation, and Social Work. The dean serves as chief administrator, spokesperson, and advocate for SEBHS. The ideal candidate for this position, in addition to ensuring the continuing high quality of existing programs, will inspire and support innovation, collaborating with the dean of the college of Arts and Sciences and the dean of the Graduate School and Continuing Studies to the develop new 21st century online and hybrid undergraduate and graduate offerings, including new interdisciplinary programs and programs of research. Candidates should possess an earned doctorate and evidence of increasingly responsible leadership and supervisory experience in higher education; a record of commitment to multicultural organizational development and efforts that have maximized the effective education of deaf and hard of hearing students from diverse backgrounds and cultures; a record of successful teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels and an established record of research and publication; excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, writing and advocacy skills; demonstrated expertise in budgeting and resource allocation to achieve strategic objectives. Fluency in American Sign Language required at the time of application. Review of applications begins on March 16, 2015 and continues until the position is filled. To Apply: Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a completed job application to mailto:personnel.office@gallaudet.edu View this position opening at: http://jobs.gallaudet.edu/?select=Administrators#14142 Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national origin, religion, age, hearing status, disability, covered veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, gender orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other unlawful basis. Employees and recruiting sources are encouraged to refer qualified individuals from protected classes for available positions. Individuals who may have inquiries regarding the University's policy and procedures or who may wish to file a complaint should contact the University's EEO Office, Gallaudet University, 800 Florida Avenue, N.E., Washington, DC 20002-3695, 202-651-5462. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Teacher of the Deaf Northeast Regional Academy (under Iowa School for the Deaf) Charles City, IA Join Iowa School for the Deaf as a teacher of the Deaf at the newly established Northeast regional academy in Charles City, Iowa. Be a part of developing a successful program for deaf and hard of hearing children. The teacher will provide services based on the IEPs. Students transported daily from the area. Educational services will be provided within the Charles City Community Schools' facilities starting in August 2015. To be considered an applicant must possess or have the ability to obtain an Iowa Teacher's Certificate with the deaf/hard of hearing endorsement. It is also strongly preferred to have other endorsements such as the elementary classroom or secondary endorsements. Information on Iowa licensing requirements may be found at the Board of Educational Examiners webpage: http://www.state.ia.us/boee/ Send resume, credentials, transcripts, cover letter, etc to: Human Resources; Iowa School for the Deaf; 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd.; Council Bluffs, IA 51503. Additional information and job posting available on School's web site: http://www.iowaschoolforthedeaf.org Or contact Human Resources at Phone: 712-366-0571; email: mailto:dleheup@iowaschoolforthedeaf.org for more information. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- three available positions RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Job Openings RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing state of North Carolina * Behavioral Health Therapist- Morganton, NC * Behavioral Health Therapist- Greensboro, NC * Behavioral Health Therapist, Wilmington, NC To learn more about RHA Behavioral Health for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, please visit our website: http://www.rhabehavioralhealth.org/programs_services/our_deaf_and_hard_of_hearing_services/ If interested in positions above, please contact: Lindsey Gray Business Manager RHA Behavioral Health for the DHH 2527 E. Lyon Station Rd. Creedmoor, NC 27522 919.518.9293 (Office) 919.528.2971 (fax) mailto:LGray@rhanet.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job Opening Supervisor I / Student Life - Dean of Students The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind Colorado Springs, CO The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), located in Colorado Springs at the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, invites you to consider our employment opportunity. Interested persons are invited to visit CSDB's website at . http://www.csdb.org/careers-2/classified-3/ where the official job announcement for Supervisor I / Student Life Programs (Dean of Students) may be found in its entirety, including major duties/responsibilities, under Non-Classified employment. This job announcement is open until the position is filled. BROAD SCOPE OF POSITION: This position reports to the Superintendent, or designee, and is responsible for providing leadership to and for the administration of Student Life services for students who are Deaf/hard-of-hearing and/or blind/low vision, which includes, but is not limited to: student dormitories, transportation, recreation, athletics, student organizations, and programming in support of students. educational growth. This position is also responsible to oversee student discipline campus wide. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Master's Degree in Education, Special Education, (School) Administration, or in a professional discipline in a related field (e.g., Counseling, Child Development, etc.) from an accredited college or university; specialization in Deaf Education or Vision Education preferred - Five (5) years successful experience in the field of Deafness or visual impairment in an educational, student life/residential, or child/student development setting working with children and youth who are Deaf/hard-of-hearing and/or blind/low vision; three (3) years of administrative and/or supervisory experience preferred - Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Advanced skill level as demonstrated by an appropriate assessment tool and according to school policy Terms of Employment: Full-Time; scheduled to work 210 days during the academic year (as per established School Calendar), beginning with the 2015-2016 school year. Employment is at-will, with no actual, expressed, or implied contract. Salary Range: $60,000 to $75,000 per year; the base salary shall be established based upon appropriate education and experience. Excellent benefits. Contact information: Chelle Lutz, Human Resources Office Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind 33 North Institute Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903 E-mail: mailto:clutz@csdb.org; (719) 578-2114 (phone); (719) 578-2239 (fax) Website: http://csdb.org/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Instructional/Support Faculty Rochester Institute of Technology/NTID Rochester, NY Position Title Instructional/Support Faculty College/Division National Technical Institute for the Deaf Organization NTID Liberal Studies Faculty Type (Tenure Status) Tenured Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Employment Category Fulltime Anticipated Start Date 12-Aug-2015 Department/College Description THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT: THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY: RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000 undergraduates and 2,900 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Great Colleges to Work For" for four years. RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in the Upstate NY HERC. Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region, is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest metropolitan area in New York State. The Greater Rochester region, which is home to over one million people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16% African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin. It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S. Rochester ranks 3rd among the best metropolitan regions for "raising a family" by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as "Best Places to Live in America" by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in Expansion Management Magazine's ranking of metropolitan areas having the best "quality of life in the nation"; and is among Essence Magazine's "Top 10 Cities for Black Families"? Detailed Job Description The National Technical Institute of the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank in Criminal Justice to start August 2015. Responsibilities include teaching introductory courses in the Criminal Justice major, as well as relevant interdisciplinary courses in the General Education core as needed. Successful applicants are expected to contribute to the Department of Liberal Studies, the college of NTID, and RIT through research and through mentoring of pre baccalaureate and baccalaureate Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. We seek individuals who also have the ability and interest to contribute to a community committed to student-centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; respect, diversity, and pluralism; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Required Minimum Qualifications - Ph.D, or ABD, in Criminal Justice, Juris Doctor, or terminal degree in a closely related field completed by June 2015. - Ability to communicate in American Sign Language. - Evidence of scholarly activity and productivity in the field. - Experience teaching and mentoring Deaf and Hard of Hearing undergraduate students in introductory courses in Criminal Justice, as well as relevant interdisciplinary courses in General Education. - Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences. Required Minimum Education Level PhD Required Application Documents Curriculum Vitae or Resume Cover Letter Research Statement Statement of Diversity Contribution List of References Statement of Teaching Philosophy List of Publications Letters of Recommendation How To Apply Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/559105 , search openings, then KEYWORD SEARCH: 1459BR. Please submit your application, your cover letter addressing the listed qualifications; a vita including a list of publications, and upload the following attachments: - The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references - A description of research plans, potential to collaborate with other faculty, and commitment to mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in research - A statement of teaching philosophy and any experience that also addresses commitment to undergraduate and graduate education - Up to three sample publications/preprints (max size 5MB) - A "contribution to diversity" statement. Please arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation, one of which includes an assessment of teaching potential, sent directly via email to mailto:pjknge@rit.edu You can contact the search committee with questions about the position at mailto:careers@rit.edu Application review will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are encouraged to apply by January 15, 2015. Additional Details RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender, religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to mailto:Careers@rit.edu Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Instructional/Support Faculty Rochester Institute of Technology/NTID Rochester, NY Position Title Instructional/Support Faculty College/Division National Technical Institute for the Deaf Organization NTID Liberal Studies Faculty Type (Tenure Status) Tenure-Track Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Employment Category Fulltime Anticipated Start Date 12-Aug-2015 Department/College Description THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT: THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY: RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges emphasizing career education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000 undergraduates and 2,900 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Great Colleges to Work For" for four years. RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site. RIT is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples by our membership in the Upstate NY HERC. Rochester, situated between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes region, is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest metropolitan area in New York State. The Greater Rochester region, which is home to over one million people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16% African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin. It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S. Rochester ranks 3rd among the best metropolitan regions for "raising a family" by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as "Best Places to Live in America" by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in Expansion Management Magazine's ranking of metropolitan areas having the best "quality of life in the nation"; and is among Essence Magazine's "Top 10 Cities for Black Families"? Detailed Job Description The National Technical Institute of the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank in clinical, cognitive, developmental, behavioral, educational, or social psychology, starting August 2015. Responsibilities include teaching and tutoring introductory psychology courses, and related courses as needed. Successful applicants are expected to contribute to the Department of Liberal Studies, the college of NTID, and RIT through research and through mentoring of pre baccalaureate and baccalaureate Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. We are seeking individuals who also have the ability and interest to contribute to a community committed to student-centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; respect, diversity, and pluralism; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values, honor code, and diversity commitment. Required Minimum Qualifications - Ph.D., or ABD, in Psychology, or in a closely related field completed by June 2015. - Experience teaching and mentoring Deaf and Hard of Hearing undergraduate students in introductory psychology and related courses. - Ability to communicate in American Sign Language. - Evidence of scholarly activity and productivity in the field. - Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences. Required Minimum Education Level PhD Required Application Documents Curriculum Vitae or Resume Cover Letter Research Statement Statement of Diversity Contribution List of References Statement of Teaching Philosophy List of Publications Letters of Recommendation How To Apply Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/559109 . Search openings, then KEYWORD SEARCH:1460BR. Please submit your application, your cover letter addressing the listed qualifications; a vita including a list of publications and upload the following attachments: - The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references - A description of research plans, potential to collaborate with other faculty, and commitment to mentoring undergraduate in research - A statement of teaching philosophy and any experience that also addresses commitment to undergraduate education - Up to three sample publications/preprints (max size each sample-5MB) - A "contribution to diversity" statement. Please arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation, one of which includes an assessment of teaching potential, sent directly via email to pjknge@rit.edu. You can contact the search committee with questions about the position at mailto:careers@rit.edu Application review will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants are encouraged to apply by January 15, 2015. Additional Details RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, gender, religion, gender orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- employment opportunity Executive Director Metro Deaf School St. Paul, MN 12 month administrative position Overview of Responsibilities: The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the school and, as such, is responsible for the management of the school, the administration of all Board approved policies and the conduct and quality of the district's educational programs and support systems. The Executive Director will maintain a high professional profile (local, philanthropic, national) and be able to access programmatic opportunities and develop unique, collaborative vehicles with other public and private organizations and institutions. The Executive Director will be a strategic marketer and relationship-builder who maximizes connections and develops agendas with agencies, organizations, and individuals to increase opportunities for financial support and program development. Qualifications: Required Master's Degree in Deaf Education, School Psychology or School Social Work; additional licensure in School Administration or willingness to obtain within 2 years; Command of American Sign Language and written English; 5+ years of school experience including experience as an educational leader; knowledge of/training in Bilingual Education; experience with organizational budgets Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with education and experience (range: $70,000-$90,000) Application Procedure: Position Description and electronic application process available on-line at www.mdsmn.org ; all applications will be screened; those meeting criteria will be contacted; interviews arranged. Closing date: February 1, 2015 METRO DEAF SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career opportunities PAHrtners Deaf Services positions in Pittsburgh, PA & Glenside, PA www.pahrtners.com/careers www.facebook.com/deafjobs NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PITTSBURGH AND GLENSIDE PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. Located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, PAHrtners provides residential and out-patient services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) children, adolescents and adults. Over 85% of our staff members are Deaf or Hard of Hearing! As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community PAHrtners is rapidly growing and expanding. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or professional with many years of experience in the field of human services, we have a career-building position waiting for you! E.O.E. PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf culture to fill the following positions: Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities - Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside and Pittsburgh locations Assistant Program Director for Residential Services for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs . Full Time; Glenside location Residential Program Assistant for Adult Residential Program . Full Time; Glenside location Case Managers for Residential Program for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs . Full Time; Glenside location Residential Counselors for Residential Treatment Facility for Adolescents- Full Time; Glenside location Therapist/Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker- Full Time; Glenside location Staff Interpreter- Full Time; Glenside location HR Assistant- Full Time; Glenside location Go to our Website at: www.PAHrtners.com to learn more about each position. Like us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/deafjobs Send your letter of intent and resume to: Elizabeth Williams, Office Manager PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:ewilliams@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-