DeafDigest Blue - January 5, 2014 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; 18th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest is now on FaceBook and Twitter! Facebook - please like our page at: https://www.facebook.com/deafdigest1 Twitter - please be a follower at: @deafdigest for subscription changes, go to the bottom -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-sign-language-at-starbucks/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-good-and-bad-attitude/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/a-big-talker-in-deaf-community/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-drivers-are-safe-drivers/ (if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest welcomes unique deafnews tips; mailto:barry@deafdigest.com sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always confidential .... weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/  (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- "Invisible Magic" at Harris Communications "Invisible Magic: Biographies of 112 Deaf Magicians From 28 Countries" is the second book on the subject of deaf magicians by Dr. Simon J. Carmel and tells the stories of how these special people overcame challenges to pursue their love of magic. Dr. Carmel, himself a deaf magician, based this book on interviews and research he conducted over the past five decades. There are dozens of inspirational and heart-warming stories to read. You will cheer the successes of people who, until now, have been invisible to much of the world. This 400-page book includes many rare illustrations and photographs. Now available at Harris Communications, "Invisible Magic" (B1246) retails for $50.00. To find out more, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB010514 Contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The DeafDigest is divided into Blue and Gold sections, both ranked equal in contents, features and ads. This is the Blue section. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Dedication: DeafDigest dedicates this edition to Edward Scheele, not deaf, who just departed us. He was a designer of museums, and one of his projects was the Deaf Cultural Center in Olathe, KS. The obit said he designed the nation's first deaf museum, which incidentally is not true. Top stories about the deaf: A new group - South West Enabling Deaf Encouraging Sign has been formed in Ireland, to help empower its deaf members on their rights and needs. The Pakistan government announced their plans to increase quota in jobs allotted for the deaf and the disabled. The old rate was 2 percent and it is being upped to 10 percent. Two rival groups in India - Disabled Rights Group and the National Platform for the Rights of the Disabled are working together to push for the passing of the Disability Rights Bill Terry Riley, a Coda, is the CEO of the British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust. For his work in getting sign language into TV programs he has been honored with a Order of the British Empire. Alex Nowak, who is deaf, has been performing as sign language news announcer on a British TV news program. It was part of a public campaign by the TV station to give short term opportunities for the deaf and the disabled. .............................................................. 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 CapTel® 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! CapTel® Captioned Telephone - See What Everyone is Talking About! .............................................................. .............................................................. A BIG DEAF TALKER Years ago there was a popular deaf man in a Deaf Community. He was a big talker and always had easy answers for complicated Deaf Issues. He was asked to serve on an important committee with the National Association of the Deaf. He accepted. Did he help much with the committee? No, he was quiet and silent all the time! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/a-big-talker-in-deaf-community/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video ..................................................... ..................................................... Elected deaf public officials list is at: http://deafdigest.com/elected-deaf-officials/ ..................................................... ..................................................... WHO IS BETTER DRIVER - DEAF OR HEARING? Many hearing people think deaf people cannot drive. We, the deaf, are successful drivers because we use our eyes. Many hearing drivers talk on cell phones, drive too fast, break too many traffic laws, etc, etc. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-drivers-are-safe-drivers/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video ..................................................... ..................................................... 2014 Deaf National Basketball Tournament April 10-12, 2014 Concord, North Carolina http://deafdigest.com/2014-national-deaf-basketball-tournament/ ................................................ ................................................ SUCH AN OUTDATED LAW Years ago we, the deaf, had to use a modem to work with M15 or M28 TTY machines. In Australia, there was a law that said if someone picked up the modem on the first phone ring, it is a $1500 fine in Australian dollars. Not sure if this law is still on the Australian books - but for the deaf, listening for modem rings is a big problem! WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? being told: I don't understand sign language but you sign the best ever! if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series The FCC is currently in the process of seeking updated information on the closed captioning of video clips delivered by Internet protocol ("IP"). The Commission has already imposed closed captioning requirements on the owners, providers, and distributors of IP-delivered video programming. They had initially determined that the IP closed captioning rules initially should apply to full-length programming and not to video clips or outtakes. However, consumer groups filed a petition for reconsideration of this issue. Now the FCC is asking for comments on the current state of captioning of IP-delivered video clips. Among the questions they are asking are: "What portion of IP-delivered video clips generally, and IP-delivered news clips specifically, are captioned? Has the availability of captioned versions of such clips been increasing? What is the quality of the captioning on IP-delivered video clips?" If you have an opinion about this issue, please submit your comments by January 27, 2014. Comments may be filed electronically using the Internet by accessing the ECFS: http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/ecfs2/ You can access more information about this at http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2013-12-26/pdf/2013-30835.pdf For help with commenting on the FCC website, you can email ecfshelp@fcc.gov A PET PEEVE OF BEING DEAF audiologists that play games during hearing tests! (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 Do our deaf attorneys use sign language or do they communicate orally? This was the issue posted on a web site. Truth? Many deaf attorneys communicate orally, but again, we also have many deaf attorneys that use sign language! Comes out even ....... Did you know that - Kathleen Ollerenshaw, a deaf British woman, wore two hats exceptionally well, earning a doctorate in Mathematics at Oxford and winning raves from her peers, and also as a politician, serving as Lord Mayor of Manchester from 1975 to 1976 and then advising Margaret Thatcher on educational issues. ..... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Ken Burns, the famed filmmaker, recently featured a film over the PBS, titled "Wounded Knee of 1890." What about it? Well, the story mentioned a deaf tribesman accidentally firing the first shot, thus triggering the infamous battle. Said a Deaf Historian "Research needs to verify if a deaf tribesman did indeed cause the start of the battle.  Or was it a lame excuse by U.S. Government?" ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle newspaper forgetting its own history? This newspaper ran a piece outlining important events in for the past 175 years. Yes, it mentioned Rochester School for the Deaf (1876) but did not mention the NTID! The newspaper completely forgets that NTID has enhanced Rochester as a great American city! ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: A well known deaf person and a well known hearing person both attend a big hearing reception. The deaf person works his way through the crowd, saying hi, shaking hands, but does not get into a conversation in depth. The hearing person does the same thing - except that he gets into conversation in depth. At the end of the reception, everyone goes home. Has the deaf person made some new contacts at the reception? Probably not. What about the hearing person? Probably so. Is this why deafness is a curse at receptions? ....... A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say? the deaf employee thought the boss said: I pay the bill the boss actually said: I paid the bill -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 !! - -  Public Relations Director - Los Angeles, CA -  Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles, CA -  Community Advocate - Riverside, 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:jfetterman@gladinc.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Fulton County, Georgia job description and basic information at: http://careers.ga.gov/jobsearch/jobdetail.asp?ReqNum=GVR-14698bu -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Assistant Professor; Signed Language Interpreting Program The University of New Mexico Department of Linguistics Albuquerque, NM Position Summary: The Department of Linguistics seeks applicants for an appointment as Assistant Professor of Linguistics, Signed Language Interpreting Program, at the University of New Mexico (UNM). This is a probationary appointment leading to a tenure decision. The position is contingent upon final budgetary approval. Appointment will begin in August 2014. The Ph.D. must be in hand by time of application. Responsibilities will include teaching in the areas of specialization and service. Competitive salary. The Department of Linguistics at UNM specializes in cognitive-functional approaches to the study of language, including corpus and empirically-based studies, cross-linguistic research, and typology. The Signed Language Interpreting Program offers a B.S. Degree in Signed Language Interpreting. The mission of the Signed Language Interpreting Program is to prepare entry level interpreters and transliterators with a thorough understanding of the practice and ethics of the interpreting profession within a liberal arts environment. We emphasize cultural awareness, foster intellectual growth, and encourage academic excellence. In keeping with the mission of the Department of Linguistics, the program recognizes and values linguistic diversity. Instilling respect for the language and communication preferences of all deaf and hard of hearing people is an essential value of our program. For further information on the department, please see our website http://ling.unm.edu. For further information on the Signed Language Interpreting Program, please see our website: http://www.unm.edu/~sign UNM provides a diversified package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. For a more complete explanation of the benefits, please go to http://hr.unm.edu/ and click on the Benefits link. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in hand by time of application. Specialization in interpreting. Preferred Qualifications: (a) Commitment to and experience in teaching interpreting courses, including theory and skills courses; (b) documented experience supervising interpreters and/or student interpreters; (c) evidence of an active research program; (d) NAD-RID and/or ASLTA certification; (e) minimum of 3 years of experience as a working interpreter. Date for best consideration: January 31, 2014. Closing Date: Open until filled. Enquiries about this position can be addressed to: Professor Sherman Wilcox ( mailto:wilcox@unm.edu ) For complete details on application requirements or to apply, visit the UNMJobs website: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ Please reference Posting Number 0823396. The University of New Mexico is committed to promoting and supporting the diversity of our campuses. UNM is an AA/EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Interpreter/Employment Specialist DCARA Concord, CA Full-time, Non-Exempt DCARA has an opening for the position of Interpreter/Employment Specialist. This position is based at the Employment Development Department branch in Concord and reports to the Director of Employment Services. The Interpreter/Employment Specialist will provide services including interpretation for employment services staff, office support, and telephone and document assistance to clients on a walk-in and/or appointment basis. RESPONSIBILITIES - Develop employer contacts to increase the number of deaf and hard of hearing persons employed - Maintain a cooperative relationship with the business community and employers - Provide employer education on employability of deaf/hard-of-hearing workers, and deaf awareness and technical assistance workshops - Advocate for employability and communication access for clients - Arrange job interviews and interpreter client's job interviews and orientation - Provide job retention assistance and follow-up services as needed - Provide document assistance services for staff and clients as needed - Assist in the recruitment of potential clients, determine eligibility of clients, enroll and orient them to services - Compile statistical information and maintain files/case notes on clients - Provide support to the agency and community and other duties as assigned by Director of Employment Services QUALIFICATIONS: - Fluent in American Sign Language, Candidate without a certificate may be hired, provided that he/she obtains certification within six/6 month of employment - BA preferred - Strong background knowledge in the field of deafness and Deaf Culture - Ability to use computer and word processing software; knowledge of MS office (Word, Excel, power point, and Outlook) preferred - Able to travel to appointments within the work week SALARY: Salary is negotiable dependent on experience and education. DEADLINE: Open until filled. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send DCARA application (www.dcara.org under About/Jobs), cover letter, resume & three references via mail, email or fax to: Human Resources DCARA Headquarters 14895 East 14th Street, Suite 200 San Leandro, CA. 94578 Email: mailot:hr@DCARA.org Fax: 510.483.2526 DCARA is an At-Will and EOE ................................................................. Job opening Tennessee Captioned Telephone Services Outreach Coordinator Hamilton Relay, Inc state of Tennessee Hamilton Relay, Inc. currently has a position open for "Tennessee Captioned Telephone Services Outreach Coordinator" staffed in the state of Tennessee. Position summary:  This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities designed to promote Captioned Telephone Service (CapTel®) for Tennessee Relay Service.  Individual will be required to travel within the state of Tennessee as well as outside the state as needed, while residing in Tennessee. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: -    Bachelor's degree and two or more years of experience in the design and implementation of public outreach, public relations or related marketing experience are required. -    Experience in the telecommunication field, Traditional Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Service is a strong plus. -    Excellent presentation skills -    Ability to develop effective outreach and educational campaigns -    Ability to confidently communicate (oral & written) with a wide variety of audiences -    Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple projects -    Ability to understand and follow directions -    Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Relay Administrator, organizations within the public, private and non-profit sectors -    Knowledge of and ability to understand various communication modes used by current and potential relay users -    Familiarity with the user communities that could benefit from relay services: *    Senior Community *    Hard of Hearing Community -    Able to travel alone -    Captioned Telephone users are encouraged to apply Interested individuals may apply online at: http://www.workforhamilton.com or contact Cindy Blase in Corporate Human Resource Department by December 31, 2013 at 800.821.1831 Hamilton Relay is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability. Hamilton Relay, Inc. is a division of Hamilton Telecommunications based in Aurora, NE. Hamilton offers a competitive wage and full time benefits. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Coordinator of Educational Advancement and Partnerships MN Department of Human Services St. Paul, MN $53,975 - $80,075 annually This position is located in the Commission of Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing for Minnesotans. This position exists to advance the education collaborative for children who are deaf and hard of hearing. The incumbent will provide leadership and advocacy for a statewide education plan for students who are deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing by engaging diverse cross agency, cross-sector stakeholders, including parents and disability advocates, teachers, schools and administrators to improve outcomes. The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefit package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. Responsibilities Include: -    Planning, developing, implementing and evaluating statewide educational collaborative plan with Steering Committee and Stakeholders and ensures that activities and goals align with and support the Commission's strategic plan. -    Identifying and making available appropriate human, fiscal and material resources so that institutions, parents, students and school districts and other educators will have available to them to implement the Collaborative Plan. -    Creating an environment that encourages and facilitates input from all stakeholders by developing a communications plan and communicates education activities to the general public, stakeholders and policy makers. Required Qualifications: -    Bachelor's degree in a related field. -    A teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing with a current or past license. -    3 years of related advanced-professional experience. -    Proficiency in ASL at an intermediate or Level 3 in the SLIPI. Work experience must demonstrate the following: -    Knowledge of theory and practices for developing and conducting educational programs for children who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, deafblind or who have multiple disabilities. -    Knowledge of advocacy and support systems for parents in education settings. -    Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Part C, Part B. -    Knowledge of educational trends, issues and developments occurring at the pre-school, elementary, secondary, post-secondary levels sufficient to be able to appraise and incorporate potentially effective solutions into state wide programs. -    Knowledge of the structure of Minnesota's educational, public health, vocational rehabilitation services, human services and services for the blind system sufficient to provide solutions to policy and operational questions. -    Knowledge of public/private organizations that provide services to children who are deaf and hard of hearing. -    Knowledge of state and federal resources and agencies that provide services to children with disabilities. -    Knowledge and respect for parent concerns, concerns of the deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind community and the goals of organizations that advocate for children. -    Knowledge of educational theory, administrative fundamentals, Minnesota's educational structure, and state and federal legislation governing specific programs sufficient to resolve issues that require constructive thinking and to identify and recommend alternatives that meet program and legislative intent. -    Experience with large and small group facilitation and conflict management. Preferred Qualifications: -    Master's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Public Policy or a related field. -    Knowledge of Early Hearing Detection and Intervention systems in Minnesota and goals set by the Joint Commission on Infant Hearing. -    Ability to write grant proposals. -    Knowledge of content management systems and ability to generate and post content on state website. How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates MUST apply through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the state's official hiring site. Below are detailed instructions on how to submit your resume and apply. If you have additional questions you can contact the recruitment office at 651-431-3674 or sos.recruitment@state.mn.us.  Please be sure to apply at your earliest convenience before the position closes at MIDNIGHT on MONDAY, JANUARY 6th, 2014. Submit your resume: 1. Visit www.careers.state.mn.us 2. Select .My State Job Search. (upper right hand corner) 3. Select .Create a My State Job Search Account. 4. Complete the instructions under New Account 5. Once your account has been established, select .Resume Builder. 6. Build a resume or paste a text copy of your existing resume 7. Use the .Job-Specific Questions. space for your cover letter (optional) 8. Complete required sections of .Supplemental Information. 9. You MUST click .Submit Your Resume. at the bottom of the page! Apply for the Coordinator of Educational Advancement and Partnerships opening after you have created your new account and submitted your resume (note: the state classification for this position is Educ Specialist 2): 10. Select .Apply for Jobs. 11. Select .Apply for Positions. 12. Enter this posting number:  13DHS001843 13. Select .Continue. and verify the position is correct 14. Select .Apply. Tips: . Save your user ID and password for future use. . Make sure your resume clearly states all relevant skills and experience, along with the beginning and ending months and years of each position you have held. . If you have any difficulties, contact the website helpdesk at 651-259-3637 or mailto:careers@state.mn.us -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job announcement Interpreter/Employment Specialist DCARA Concord, CA Full-time, Non-Exempt DCARA has an opening for the position of Interpreter/Employment Specialist. This position is based at the Employment Development Department branch in Concord and reports to the Director of Employment Services. The Interpreter/Employment Specialist will provide services including interpretation for employment services staff, office support, and telephone and document assistance to clients on a walk-in and/or appointment basis. RESPONSIBILITIES - Develop employer contacts to increase the number of deaf and hard of hearing persons employed - Maintain a cooperative relationship with the business community and employers - Provide employer education on employability of deaf/hard-of-hearing workers, and deaf awareness and technical assistance workshops - Advocate for employability and communication access for clients - Arrange job interviews and interpreter client's job interviews and orientation - Provide job retention assistance and follow-up services as needed - Provide document assistance services for staff and clients as needed - Assist in the recruitment of potential clients, determine eligibility of clients, enroll and orient them to services - Compile statistical information and maintain files/case notes on clients - Provide support to the agency and community and other duties as assigned by Director of Employment Services QUALIFICATIONS: - Fluent in American Sign Language, Candidate without a certificate may be hired, provided that he/she obtains certification within six/6 month of employment - BA preferred - Strong background knowledge in the field of deafness and Deaf Culture - Ability to use computer and word processing software; knowledge of MS office (Word, Excel, power point, and Outlook) preferred - Able to travel to appointments within the work week SALARY: Salary is negotiable dependent on experience and education. DEADLINE: Open until filled. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send DCARA application (www.dcara.org under About/Jobs), cover letter, resume & three references via mail, email or fax to: Human Resources DCARA Headquarters 14895 East 14th Street, Suite 200 San Leandro, CA. 94578 Email: mailot:hr@DCARA.org Fax: 510.483.2526 DCARA is an At-Will and Equal Opportunity Employer. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Secondary Classroom Assistant - Intensive Needs The Learning Center for Deaf Framingham, MA position description at: http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/ If interested in applying please submit a cover letter, resume, application (found on website) as well as three professional references to mailto:hr@tlcdeaf.org The application packet must be complete in order to be considered for the position. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Tenure-Track Position, undergraduate business administration program Gallaudet University Washington, DC DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS Gallaudet University, Graduate School and Professional Programs Position is contingent upon funding The Department of Business invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in its undergraduate business administration program. Gallaudet University serves deaf and hard of hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions. Qualifications: -    Doctoral degree in Accounting, or a business-related discipline, with specialties in Accounting related areas. Certified Public Accountants are strongly encouraged to apply. University level teaching experience and/or increasingly responsible experience in private business and/or the government utilizing accounting information and analysis is strongly preferred.  Applicants with a Master's* degree with extensive and relevant work or  teaching experience may also be considered; -    Applicant must possess strong quantitative and technology skills; -    Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) is highly desirable; if not already proficient, a new faculty member must develop proficiency in ASL in accordance with Gallaudet University guidelines; -    Record of publication, survey, research, consulting and other activities demonstrating the use of financial analysis for business and/or government decision-making purposes highly desirable. *To be considered for tenure at Gallaudet University, a candidate must possess a Ph.D./terminal degree in their field Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate business administration core courses, with an emphasis on accounting, (especially Financial Accounting, Non-profit Accounting, and Auditing) and quantitative business courses. Serve as advisor and mentor to undergraduate business majors. Conduct research, individually and/or collaboratively with other members of the academic community. Fulfill program, department and university service assignments. Perform other duties as assigned by the chairperson of the Department of Business. Salary and Rank: Instructor or Assistant Professor Position. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and qualifications. Appointment will be for the regular nine-month academic year. Application Deadline and Procedures: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employment begins January 15, 2014. Send letter of application, vita, official transcripts of graduate work, examples of academic publications, and three letters of reference relevant to teaching, scholarly activities and/or other work experience to: Department of Business Search Committee Department of Business Gallaudet University 800 Florida Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002-3695 Phone: 202-651-5312   Fax: 202-651-5516 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- PAHrtners Deaf Services is Expanding to Pittsburgh! 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: -- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Full Time; Glenside location -- STAFF INTERPRETER - Full Time or Part Time; Glenside location -- RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR - Full Time; Glenside location -- THERAPIST/PSYCHOSOCIAL REHAB COUNSELOR - Full Time; Glenside location -- RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS - Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside and Pittsburgh locations -- RESIDENTIAL CASE MANAGER - Full Time; Pittsburgh location -- OFFICE MANAGER/INTERPRETER - Full Time; Pittsburgh location Go to our Website at: http://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: Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR PAHrtners Deaf Services 614 N. Easton Road Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:lclaypool@pahrtners.com Fax: 215-884-6301; 215-884-9770 TTY/V -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions The Learning Center for Deaf Framingham, MA Substitute Classroom Assistant (Intensive Needs) http://deafdigest.com/substitute-classroom-assistant-job-learning-center-for-deaf/ Elementary Teacher http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-elementary-secondary/ Walden School Family Partner http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/ Elementary Classroom Assistant http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/ Walden School Child Care Worker - Overnight Supervisor http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-supervisor-job/ Wraparound Family Partner http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/ Wraparound Therapeutic Mentor http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-therapeutic-mentor/ Daycare Teacher http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/ Daycare Substitute Teacher http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/ Daycare Substitute Classroom Assistant http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-child-care-center/ Computer Systems Administrator http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-desktop-systems-support-specialist-job/ Residential Counselor - Girls Dorm http://deafdigest.com/tlcfemaledorm/ Walden School Child Care Worker - Residential http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/ Walden School Child Care Worker - Overnight http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/ Walden School Relief Worker (CCW Substitute) http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-relief-worker-child-care-worker-substitutes/ Walden School Child Care Worker - Day http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-day-childcare-job/ If interested in applying please submit a cover letter, resume, application (found on website) as well as three professional references to mailto:hr@tlcdeaf.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Job Announcement Superintendent (Effective January 1, 2014) Missouri School for the Deaf (MSD) Fulton, MO salary of $76,368 annually Qualifications: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in education of deaf and hard of hearing, special education, school administration and supervision, or a related field; Three years successful experience as an administrator of programs for students who are deaf or hard of hearing and/or school administration and supervision; Missouri certification in school administration or special education administration. Prerequisites: Knowledge of effective teaching and learning practices; Knowledge of the development, abilities and unique psychology of students who are deaf or hard of hearing; Knowledge of Missouri's Learning Standards and Educator Standards; Knowledge of organization and administration in the area of special education; Knowledge of and ability to effectively implement collaborative data teams focused on using formative assessments to guide the use of effective teaching and learning practices; Ability to organize and analyze data as part of a focused strategic planning and implementation process; Ability to organize, supervise, and coordinate the activities of a professional staff; Ability to communicate effectively in writing, American Sign Language-ASL (at the advanced or higher level) and a variety of other modes; Ability to work under supervision as well as to assume leadership responsibilities; Ability to apply effective fiscal and human resource policies and practices. Examples of Work Performed: Supervises and provides leadership to MSD staff in the design, development, execution and evaluation of a systemic plan to educate students and accelerate improvement of student outcomes, meet residential responsibilities, and improve outreach outcomes for deaf or hard of hearing students and their families; Administers a program for staff development and educator evaluation consistent with state standards and requirements and aligned to the systemic plan; Recruits and recommends all personnel for employment to the State Board of Education; Coordinates development of the annual operating budget with the Division of Financial and Administrative Services and the Office of Special Education; Coordinates, plans, and directs meetings of MSD.s Board of Advisors; Works and communicates effectively with parents and patrons, including individual parent contacts and groups such as the MSD Parents Organization; Promotes and coordinates public relations programs designed to acquaint the general public with MSD; Follows all policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the Board and makes decisions consistent with Board policies; Assures compliance with all federal and state regulations governing MSD; Coordinates the care and maintenance of buildings and grounds with the Office of Administration, Division of Facilities Management; Performs other duties as assigned. Application Procedure: Complete a DESE application online at http://www.dese.mo.gov/divadm/humanres/documents/Employment_Application_2005.pdf Please attach a scanned copy of your transcripts with the application. You will receive an e-mail confirmation when your application is received online. Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov. To Our Applicants with Disabilities:  For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD users:  Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Teaching Specialist Position American Sign Language Program Department of Educational Psychology College of Education and Human Development University of Minnesota The American Sign Language Program, Department of Educational Psychology, College of Education and Human Development, University of Minnesota invites applications for a full-time Teaching Specialist position in the area of American Sign Language. Description:  This is a 9 month, Professional Academic (P&A) appointment, 100% time, annually renewable, non-tenured position that involves fulltime teaching, but includes time for course content preparation, student performance evaluation, professional development projects and meeting with individual students as needed.  This position focuses on teaching American Sign Language at the undergraduate level with responsibilities that include, but are not limited to: Teaching (90%: Provide instruction at the undergraduate levels, teaching courses in American Sign Language (ASL 1701, 1702, 3703, 3704, and 3705). The individual appointed will prepare course content; evaluate student performance, meet with individual students as needed and complete professional development assignments. Other Duties (10%) Participate in internal program/department meetings. Provide external support services/outreach.  Other duties as assigned. Responsibilities: .       Teach 6 sections of American Sign Language at the undergraduate level per Academic year. .       Prepare course content .       Evaluate student performance .       Meet with individual students as needed Minimum qualifications for Teaching Specialist Position: .       BA/BS degree in ASL Studies, Deaf Studies, Linguistics or related fields (candidates with BA/BS in other fields will be considered only if that individual can provide evidence of two years full-time teaching ASL using the Signing Naturally Curriculum) .       Native or Native-like fluency in ASL Desired qualifications .       MA/MS degree in ASL Studies, Deaf Studies, Linguistics or related fields. .       Two or more years teaching ASL using Signing Naturally curriculum, Levels I, II, and III. Appointment Details:    The person hired will be appointed to a full time position as a Teaching Specialist beginning January 13, 2014 and ending May 25, 2014. Application Process:   This position will remain open until filled, however the search committee will review complete applications on October 18, 2013.   Complete applications will consist of a letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts that substantiate degree, two letters of recommendation by individuals who are familiar with the applicant's teaching experience and qualifications for this position, and a 10 minute videotaped introduction of applicant.  Applicants must apply on-line through the University of Minnesota Job Center at http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/index.html; search requisition number 187448.  Criteria for the 10 minute videotaped introduction of applicant can be found online at the University of Minnesota Job Center under the job posting. Send transcripts and videotaped introduction to: ASL Program Office c/o Sara Burrington 240 Learning and Environmental Sciences Building 1954 Buford Ave St. Paul, MN 55108 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance, veteran status, or gender orientation. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Community Relations and Development Coordinator Deaf Adult Services, Inc. Buffalo, NY Status: Full Time (flexible as needed) Responsible to: Executive Director Basic Functions: Responsible to work under the direction of the Executive Director to expand and enhance community relations and development activities of the organization including but not limited to: grant writing, developing sponsorships, marketing, public relations activities and supporting the agency and board in their efforts to develop unrestricted funds for agency programs and services. Specific Duties: 1. Works with Executive Director regarding public and media relations. 2. Enhance community relationships with NPO.s, corporate, media, governmental and political offices 3. Identify and assist in the completion/presentation of funding Requests for Proposals and submission of foundation Letters of Intent 4. Establish corporate sponsorship and legacy giving program for agency services 5. Communicate with and gather information from all agency departments for statistical and development purposes including preparation of Annual report 6. Maintain donor database and acknowledge donations in a timely manner 7. Manage and update social media and website pages 8. Create bi-weekly E-newsletter and quarterly printed newsletter 9. Set up graphic design/printing needs for agency materials and power point presentations 10. Coordinate agency annual fundraiser and other community fundraising events/volunteers 11. Attend Board of Directors. Development Committee meetings 12. Participate as Board of Directors. staff liaison, assisting with meeting minutes and maintaining official Board records Skills: 1. Knowledge of sign language and deaf culture helpful 2. Advanced computer knowledge including web page set-up and maintenance 3. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills 4. Understanding of social media and networking 5. Ability to work with minimal supervision. 6. Ability to organize and prioritize work tasks 7. Sensitivity to the confidential nature of client, agency, financial and employee related information Education and relevant experience should be commensurable with the requirements of this position. Resumes and cover letters may be sent to Steve Lovi, Executive Director, Deaf Adult Services, 2495 Main St, #446, Buffalo, NY 14214 or e-mail to: mailto:Steve@wnydas.org All persons are encouraged to apply including Deaf and Hard of Hearing candidates. Applications accepted until position is filled. Position available immediately. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator Washington School for the Deaf Vancouver, WA Posted: October 2013 Recruitment Open Until Filled The Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator is central to the strategic plan and the mission of the agency by helping students who are deaf and hard of hearing to meet/exceed state academic standards and ensuring WSD has a cohesive spiraling curriculum that meets the needs of the students. This position ensures alignment with the State's grade level expectations (GLEs) and gives teachers constructive ways to implement and maintain a positive learning environment for all students. Requires: Master's Degree, Fluency in ASL, WA State Teaching Certification Salary: $42K - $66K based on 185 days (days will be pro-rated if starting after the beginning of the 13/14 school year) Apply at http://www.careers.wa.gov EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-