DeafDigest Blue - October 9, 2011 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; 15th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deafattorney/ http://deafdigest.comt/videos/subwayorder/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/longway/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deafnessdisability/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Slightly Scary Stories in ASL Get ready for Halloween with the DVD "Slightly Scary Stories for Halloween", available at Harris Communications. Included are three different stories "By the light of the Halloween moon"; "What's under my bed"; and "Teeny-Tiny and the Witch-Woman". They are all signed in ASL (no captions) with music and voice over. This DVD was created by Scholastic. For over 85 years, they have created quality products that educate, entertain and motivate children. Fun for the whole family, "Slightly Scary Stories for Halloween" (DVD072) is available at Harris Communications for only $14.99. For more information, go to: http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DDB100911 or contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- DeafDigest welcomes unique deafnews tips; mailto:barry@deafdigest.com sources of unique deafnews are never revealed; always anonymous .... weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/  (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Dedicated to the inclusion of deaf and hard of hearing Americans into today's digital society, Project Endeavor, a program of CSD (www.c-s-d.org), is a public investment made by the U.S. Government as part of the Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Project Endeavor provides qualified individuals with access to high speed internet through free video communications equipment and discounted internet services. In addition, numerous information and resources, including training videos, are available on the Project Endeavor website. To apply for discounted internet and free equipment or to learn from our resources, check us out at: http://www.projectendeavor.com Contact us today! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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! Visit http://www.hamiltonrelay.com and click on the "Make & Receive Calls Now" icon to check it out. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Wireless IP-Relay for BlackBerry TM, go to: http://www.ip-relay.com/wireless_blackberry.html -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- AT&T INTRODUCES VL5 In April AT&T Video Relay Service launched VL5 for Mac, PC, iPhone 4, iPod Touch, and iPad 2. AT&T VRS partnered with Yellow Pages to provide new search features in video calling. The AT&T VL5 app for the iPhone 4, iPod Touch 4th Generation, and iPad 2 allows Deaf and hard of hearing individuals to place and receive VRS and Point-to-Point (P2P) calls - wherever WiFi or mobile broadband is available. The VL5 app includes one-click calling and direct access to YPmobile. Learn more about VL5 at: http://www.att.com/vl5 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The Z offers the best in videophone technology, providing equipment options to meet customers' individual needs and offering features not available through other VRS providers. Professional, nationally certified interpreters follow standards of service excellence above and beyond FCC requirements. Dedicated to a spirit of innovation and commitment to excellence, The Z continues to set the industry standard as the nation's premier VRS provider. Go to http://www.zvrs.com for more information on all of our products, services and features. Don't have a Z phone? You can still join The Z Life by calling 888.888.1116 to connect to ZVRS from any videophone! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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 Susan Tiller, who departed us. She founded the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center of Corpus Christi, TX. After retiring in 2005 as the director, she came back in 2009 to help her agency pull through hard economic times. She was extremely supportive of ASL and steered many individuals towards careers in interpreting. - What the stories are saying about the deaf? There are many different programs, different themes and different performances that help create sign language (and deafness) awareness. A new one is this - a photograph of 26 famous Irish hearing individuals, each one showing an alphabet letter sign from A to Z. The photograph was taken to create awareness of the Irish Sign Language. It is being shown at the Signs of Life showing at the Filmbase in Dublin's Temple Bar. Pushing very hard for many years for TV subtitles in Great Britain was 77-year old Alan Roberts. His work has finally been duly recognized in the British newspapers. The TV executives know who he is because he had been pestering them for years as more of a "one man' crusade! - Very Hot News The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has placed a 100-page a day limit on people that send and receive text messages. The deaf people are very upset about it. While the hearing people are also angry, it is the deaf that are much more angry about it than the hearing. - Sunday October 2nd Veteran educator of the deaf Richard W. Fee is the recipient of the Fulbright Specialists Award. He will spend the 2011-2012 academic year at the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines. At the university he will advise people in the Deaf Education field. - Monday October 3rd The FCC Diversity Committee is supposed focus on the needs of the deaf and the disabled. this such committee has appointed new members. How many of them are deaf or represent deaf-related groups? Apparently, just one - Faye Kuo of Communication Services for the Deaf. - Tuesday October 4th Professional standardbred driver Rick Macomber, who is deaf, has already earned $2,304,950 in prize winnings as of September 30th. His best was last season when he won $2,823,874. With three months remaining, he stands a good chance of exceeding last year's best. For those that do not know what standardbred racing is, then look at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standardbred_horse Rick is the only former Gallaudet athlete (basketball and soccer) to earn a full time living in a professional sport! - Wednesday October 5th The Prevention Magazine, in its most recent edition, ran a piece, titled - Fit over 40. And in the "boost your brain power" section, it said: Master the unspoken word: Learning any new language is challenging, particularly as we get older. With sign language, you also require your brain to work in different ways, since you'll have to communicate with your hands instead of your mouth. Teach yourself the sign language alphabet, then try to sign some basic sentences to your spouse or a friend Hmm! That easy to learn fingerspelling in 1-2-3 steps? - Deaf Miscellaneous stuff: Madan Vasishta, a deaf man who formerly served the Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf and the New Mexico School for the Deaf as superintendent, was appointed as the honorary director of the Indian Sign Language Research & Training Centre. Madan left India to enroll at Gallaudet as freshman years ago. And now he is giving it back to the deaf of India. ..... (Thursday-Saturday Hot Deaf News will be in the Gold edition) .............................................................. .............................................................. 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) .............................................................. .............................................................. ALL ULTRATEC TTYs ON SALE! No "Tricks" just "Treats" at WCI in October! All Ultratec TTYs are 25% off! Choose from several different models all with superior quality and state-of-the art technology. You're sure to find a TTY that is right for you. Call us at 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at or online at: http://www.weitbrecht.com/onsale.php?utm_source=dd  for more details on our TTYs and all our other products. We're on Facebook and Twitter! WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology .............................................................. .............................................................. A FRUSTRATING WAY TO COMMUNICATE A long time ago, there was no TTY. The family members were planning a surprise party for the hearing parents of a deaf person. The hearing family members wanted to let the deaf person know about it in advance. There was not enough time to mail the letter and for it to arrive. And there was no way to tell the deaf person on the phone. Instead, a family member told the deaf person's mother to tell her deaf son to meet the family member at a library in the city. It took about one hour to go to the library. And the meeting with the hearing family member was only five minutes (to tell him about the surprise party). Then another hour to go home! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/longway/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) ..................................................... ..................................................... Applications accepted 2011-12 Scholarship Program by the American Association on Health and Disability more information at: http://deafdigest.com/aapd/ ..................................................... ..................................................... DEAFNESS NOT A DISABILITY Is deafness a disability? One coach of a sports team at Gallaudet said: Deafness by itself is not a disability He is right. Gallaudet has all sports and they play against hearing college teams. Our football, basketball, baseball, swimming, volleyball teams beat many hearing colleges last year. So is deafness really a disability? No! - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deafnessdisability/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) THE CENSORSHIP AND THE FCC Recently an issue surfaced regarding the censorship in some TV captions, and whether FCC allowed it? The FCC never allowed censorship. It was "overlooked" when FCC went through its rulemaking procedures regarding closed captions. Now that FCC is aware of it, they may just do something about censorship - because we, the deaf, are entitled to everything that is being said, just as much as the hearing people are. ...................................................................... ...................................................................... Meet and chat with deaf singles and friends worldwide on the #1 deaf network on the Internet....Deaf Match International ! Become a member and you can access all the great features of DMI ! * Find out why Deaf Match International has worked for over 10 years....since 2001 * Sign up and list your profile for FREE * Find the most Deaf and Hard of Hearing singles online - thousands of members ! Visit:  http://www.DeafMatchInternational.com ...................................................................... ...................................................................... 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WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE DEAF? What is it like to be deaf? This is the question that Emma Reilly is trying to answer. She has published a booklet that hopes to educate the public on what deafness is all about and on how to deal with it. Emma is 15 years old and a school student in Great Britain, and yes, she is deaf herself. She says that some of her classmates are uncomfortable dealing with her because of her deafness. THE THIRD WORLD NATIONS AND THE DEAF Many deaf people everywhere communicate via signs, be it a formal sign language or an oral sign language or a body language-based sign language or gesture-based sign language. And again, there are many other deaf people that just don't sign at all! The Kojo Nnamdi radio show, popular in USA, recently aired the topic of sign languages in these third world nations. WHAT DO INTERPRETERS HATE? a hearing person telling another hearing person: look at the interpreter making this funny sign for this word if you have these "hate" or "horror" stories, please mailto:barry@deafdigest.com COMMENTS FROM A CART OPERATOR - continuing series Can someone work as a court reporter and a CART provider or realtime captioner at the same time?  This is a question that I have been asked a number of times. Most CART providers and realtime captioners actually started their careers as court reporters and have transitioned to their new professions.  Some do it gradually by working in both jobs at the same time.  Some just decide they are going to change jobs and make a quick change. Even though court reporters and captioners use the same basic skills, there is a very different mindset that one must have in each position.  For court reporters, the main objective is to make a verbatim record.  The reporter must focus on getting something phonetic for every single word that is said. For CART providers and captioners, the main objective is communication access.  The captioner can't just write words phonetically and prepare a transcript later.  The words must translate so that the people reading the screens can understand what is being said. Some court reporters can successfully work as CART providers or captioners at the same time, but it takes a lot of skill and concentration to focus on what to write in certain circumstances. For example, if the name of the fictional character "Stephen Dedalus" were to be said and it was not already loaded in a computer dictionary, a court reporter would just write the name phonetically, and it might come up a "dead lust."  A captioner would either have to fingerspell the name or find another way to communicate to the audience what was said. THE NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF ISSUE AND THE FCC RULE! The FCC has this rule that all political candidates must get equal campaigning time on the air. And this is where North Carolina School for the Deaf is involved - only as an innocent party. Morganton mayor Mel Cohen used the TV to urge town people to attend a forum on how to keep the school alive, in view of the planned state budget cuts. And, oh, by the way he is running for reelection in what promises to be a nasty mayoral race. Mayoral candidate Robert Griner objected to this "airing" even when it was for a good cause - and as a result, he is getting 1,600 hours of free air time - to equal the incumbent mayor's air time. DeafDigest says no matter - as long as North Carolina School for the Deaf (and also Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf) is saved. .............................................................. .............................................................. weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com/ updated every Monday .............................................................. .............................................................. TO BE DEAF AND TO BE ISOLATED There are newspaper stories saying that technology will render obsolete our sign language  - and that the future deaf will prefer to mingle with hearing than with their peers - and that deafness will be completely eradicated thanks to the CI and genetical engineering. True or false? DeafDigest wishes to point out this following example: Against his will, a young deaf boy was forced to attend an oral school. Despite graduating from the oral school, his memories remain bitter even right up to his middle age. And when friends remind him of his oral training, he would turn his head away from them. He married ASL woman and their deaf children are all ASL-trained. next week - another example .............................................................. .............................................................. 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 .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! We have the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act. Best news for us? Not quite, as far as the industry is concerned. They are working very hard behind the scenes to try to water it down. And when it is watered down, it means no 100 percent captioning on everything. This is politics at its' best (or at its' worst). ....... The Deaf and the Law: During the Babylonian Days, around 1700-1600 BC, a new law was written on the books regarding insanity defense among criminals in the court rooms. Part of the law mentioned the deaf - if the deaf person commits a crime, then he may be charged; but if the hearing person commits a crime involving the deaf then the deaf cannot be charged ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 10 Years Ago: Communication Service for the Deaf might be well known in Sioux Falls, SD, but the airport people do not know it. Apparently a  huge throng of deaf people at the Sioux Falls airport unnerved one airport ticket counter employee. She spoke on the microphone, requesting that all deaf people report to her. And when the deaf people naturally didn't, she spoke up again. An interpreter then came to the employee, explaining the situation, it fell on the counter person's deaf (no pun intended) ears! Fortunately for all involved, everything went on smoothly and there were no incidents. ...... News of the Week - Looking Back 5 Years Ago: Years way back (before the DC riots of 1968) H Street NE was a destination of small stores, small shops and restaurants. It was a popular shopping venue for Gallaudet students, just a brisk 4-5 block walk from the campus. The riots changed all that. Now, gentrification is slowly changing H Street NE into the way it was years back, and this will be great news for Gallaudet students. Things are looking up geographically from the Gallaudet campus - metro stop and new high tech sector on the west, and the H Street sector on the south. (editor's note: five years later, H Street, NE has surfaced as one of the hottest sites in the District of Columbia. Gallaudet students are lucky) ...... Deaf Apocalypse of the Week: Are we seeing hearing individuals, risking deafness as a matter of principle? In Texas, the state government is asking all new college students under the age of 30 to get bacterial meningitis vaccinations. Yet there are some college students that object to "forced" vaccinations, as a matter of principle. Well, one of the causes of deafness is bacterial meningitis. .... A Lipreading Problem: What did that person say? A friend said: His name is Tom Stith I thought the friend said: His name is Tom Smith -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 in Rehabilitation field in Georgia -  Georgia Department of Labor, Vocational Rehabilitation Deafness program is seeking a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing caseload in Dublin and surrounding counties. http://www.dol.state.ga.us/Access/Service/GDOLJobDescr?position_num=00082276 &entry_timestamp=2011-10-04-15.05.05.916369 -  Cave Springs Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Life Adjustment Supervisor responsible for the direction and operation of the 52 bed dormitory and the coordination of Independent Living Skills Training for the students. Duties include supervision of the dormitory staff, coordinating the staff's work schedules and activities, managing the physical maintenance of the dormitory, and ensuring the safety and accountability of all students. http://www.dol.state.ga.us/Access/Service/GDOLJobDescr?position_num=00155920 &entry_timestamp=2011-10-04-10.42.34.584892 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Independent Living Skills Specialist The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocacy Resource Center position based in Las Vegas, Nevada ORGANIZATION: The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocacy Resource Center (DHHARC) is a statewide advocacy, resource, telecommunications distribution, and direct service center offering advocacy, referral and community education services throughout Nevada.  DHHARC has two offices in Reno/Sparks and Las Vegas. GENERAL INFORMATION: Type of appointment: Full-Time/40 hrs a week/Non-exempt Location: Position available in Las Vegas Posting date: September 28, 2011 Closing date: October 14, 2011 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Individual provides independent living skills training and support for deaf and hard of hearing consumers to develop or maintain a maximum level of independence and ensure a higher quality of life living in the community. Individual conducts accurate assessment and develops a service plan based on clients. need and input. Provides all services outlined in the individualized service plan including skill development, training, education, support and assistance to each clients. Skill development areas focus on, but are not limited to, literacy, employment readiness, financial management, time management, using communication technologies, transportation and housing. Participates in the technology/equipment distribution as well as in the community education responsibilities of the Center.  Conducts, develops and implements program activities for DHHARC. Conducts outreach responsibilities as assigned which may include travel to rural areas.  Works in the evening and during weekend when needed. SALARY: $36,244 - $37,694 DOE, plus customary benefits. WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: - Knowledge of advocacy techniques - Knowledge of Civil Rights Laws - Maintain effective record keeping practices - Two years experience in working with deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the areas of independent living skills training, advocacy, and community outreach is required. - Knowledgeable about diversity and needs within the Hard of Hearing and Deaf populations - Knowledge of all telecommunication equipment, the relay system and related services - Ability to evaluate and assess consumer needs - Ability to complete documentation accurately and in a timely fashion - Ability to work independently as well as a team is essential - Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation - Basic Computer Skills EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's of Arts Degree Preferred, but will accept Associate of Arts Degree with 3 years of experience working with Hard of Hearing and Deaf populations - Ability to communicate using American Sign Language in strongly desired. TO APPLY: All applicants must submit a resume and an application form to DHHARC at: 999 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89431.  Contact DHHARC office for the application form. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 PM ON OR BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE (October 14, 2011) DHHARC selects applicants for employment based on job related knowledge, skills and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender orientation, or political affiliation. For further information contact Executive Director Edina Jambor at mailto:edina.jambor@dhharc.org or 775-355-8994 V/TTY or 775-355-8996 FAX or 775-434-0290 VP -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job title Outreach Consultant for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Montana School for the Deaf & Blind position located in Billings or other community in Eastern Montana START DATE:  August 22, 2011 STARTING SALARY:  Dependent on education and years of experience STATUS: Permanent, Full-time (200 duty days) SUPPLEMENT REQUIRED:  Yes PAY GRADE:  Contract exempt POSITION NUMBER:  51300321 BARGAINING UNIT:  MEA/MFT CLOSING DATE:  Open until filled TYPICAL DUTIES:  Serves deaf and hard-of-hearing children in their home communities by providing information, technical assistance and consultation with the goal of promoting appropriate intervention strategies and educational practices for deaf and hard of hearing children in Montana. Facilitates the implementation of the Family Advisor Program, which involves home-based early intervention services for infants and preschool age children.  This includes working with parents, overseeing the work of family advisors, and collaborating with other service providers to develop Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) that appropriately meet the needs of children. Provides classroom support, consultation and technical assistance for school age children. Provides classroom based assessments, offers recommendations and suggestions to classroom teachers and specialists who directly serve deaf and hearing impaired students, and provides information on professional and instructional resources. Participates in evaluation team meetings and assists in the development of Individual Education Plans. Assists in the planning and facilitation of annual Family Learning Weekends, Summer Skills Programs, and facilitates other learning opportunities for students.  Works with the MSDB admissions coordinator to facilitate appropriate referral of students for evaluation and placement at MSDB. Completes summary reports of site visits and contacts, travel logs and expense vouchers, and other documents required by the outreach program supervisor.  Keeps Outreach Data Base current. Reviews and approves reports and invoices submitted by contracted Family Advisors. Additionally, serves as a resource to the medical, home, education and community service agencies by providing training and information. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Deaf Education.  Previous experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing children in an educational setting preferred.  Applicants with degrees in related fields and previous experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing children will be considered.  Must be able to obtain a Montana Educator's License with special education endorsement within three years of date of hire. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:  Knowledge of general special education instructional practices and specifically best practices in the education of the deaf; educational and audiological assessment procedures and interpretation of assessment results; support services typically utilized in the education of the deaf, including speech/language and interpreter services; special education rules and regulations and the IEP/ETR process. Ability to comply with data collection, records management and reporting features assigned to the position.  Ability to develop and maintain relationships with a broad constituency through the application of skills and knowledge fundamental to the position as well as excellent interpersonal communication skills. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:   The successful employee must be self-directed and able to work with limited supervision or direction.   The position requires extensive travel working hours beyond those of a typical teaching position with an average of 2 to 3 nights away from home each week.  The position may require occasional work on weekends and extended workdays with meetings before and after regular school hours.  This is a "tele-work" position requiring the employee to work out of a home-based office, usually located in a community outside of Great Falls.  Telework employees must be able to maintain the basic machines and functions of an office as well as securing routine maintenance for the state vehicle assigned to the position. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:  Selection procedures to be used in evaluating applicant's qualifications include an evaluation of the Montana State Application form, application supplement, interview, and reference checks.  Late, incomplete or unsigned applications will be rejected. Application materials required are: 1.    Signed and completed State of Montana Employment Application (PD-25, revised 04/09). Portions of the application may be photocopied if legible. 2.    Letters of reference from previous three employers (3 letters of reference). 3.    Transcripts or all coursework leading to degrees or licensure. 4.    Copies of Professional Licenses which are applicable to the requirements of the position. 5.    Applicants claiming the Handicapped Person's Employment Preference must provide verification of eligibility with the application materials by the closing date.  The required documentation includes a completed Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Certification of Disability form. 6.    Signed and dated Applicant Release of Information form. 7.    Application supplement. INQUIRIES AND REQUEST FOR APPLICATION:  MSDB 406-771-6000, any Montana Job Service.  Locally 1018 7th Street South, Great Falls, Montana, 406-791-5800 or the website:  http://www.msdb.mt.gov COMPENSATION:  This position is a contracted position 200 days.  Salary is determined by the schedule as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Eligible state employees are also provided paid health, dental and life insurance.  Other benefits include deferred compensation program and retirement.  Employees earn approximately 3.69 hours of sick leave for each 80 hours pay period worked and employees who qualify are entitled to up to 15 days military leave with full pay.  Earned leave benefits may be used for maternity and parental (birth/adoption) leave and for immediate family illness care. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:  Under state and federal law qualified applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations. Modifications or adjustments may be provided to assist applicants to compete in the recruitment and selection process, to perform the essential duties of the job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment available to other employees.  An applicant must request an accommodation when needed.  If you need any such accommodation, contact SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF & BLIND using the information provided above.  TTY users may call the TTY number if available or use the relay service by dialing 711-253-4091. IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT:  In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce within three (3) days of hire, documentation that he/she is authorized to work in the United States.  Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or social security card along with a driver's license or other picture I.D., a United States passport, a Permanent Resident Card or an Alien Registration Card (Green Card). EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE - The Veterans Public Employment Preference Act and the Persons with Disabilities Public Employment Preference Act provide preference in public employment for certain military veterans and people with disabilities or their eligible relatives. An applicant claiming employment preference must complete an Employment Preference Form, PD-25A, available through your local Montana Job Service Workforce Center or the State of Montana Employment Information Website at: http://mt.gov!stateiobs/stateiobs.asp . You must also provide the appropriate documentation of eligibility with the application. The required documentation may include a DD~214; a document issued by the Office of the Adjutant General of the Montana National Guard certifying service; or a PHHS Certifications of Disability form. Contact your local Montana Vocational Rehabilitation Services Office, Department of Public Health and Human Services for details on obtaining persons with disabilities preference certification. For more information, contact your local Job Service Workforce Center.. SPECIAL INFORMATION: MSDB IS A RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN.  Grades encompassed in this program include elementary, middle school, and high school levels.    The schedule may also be adjusted temporarily or permanently for reasons such as training, meetings, student needs, agency needs, emergencies, etc.  This agency has been declared a non-smoking environment extending to the entire campus; there are no authorized smoking areas and smoke breaks are not given.  All successful candidates must possess a Montana Drivers License; submit to a background check, which includes a criminal record review, and must not possess any felony or DUI convictions. It is the policy of the Board that any finalist recommended for hire to a paid or volunteer position with this agency, involving regular unsupervised access to students in schools, as determined by the Superintendent, shall submit to a fingerprint-based national criminal history background check conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation prior to consideration of the recommendation for employment.  Additionally, an .Applicant Release Form. must be completed and signed as part of the application. Montana School for the Deaf and the Blind is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).  MSDB will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, religion, ancestry, union membership or any other legally protected classification.  Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  Students, parents, employees and participants who have an inquiry or complaint of harassment or discrimination, or who need information about accommodations for persons with disabilities, should contact the School Compliance Officer and Title IX/EEO Coordinator, Montana School for the Deaf and Blind, 3911 Central Avenue, Great Falls, Montana 59405. Phone (406) 771-6000. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- positions open Austine School for the Deaf & Vermont Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing various locations in Vermont Due to an expanding program we are looking for dedicated professionals to provide support and services to Deaf & Hard of Hearing students. We are now interviewing all qualified applicants for the following positions. - Teacher /Coordinator, William Center Location: Brattleboro,VT Time Base: Full -Time Qualifications: Masters Degree in Deaf Education or Special Education Minimum of 5 years teaching and administrative experience. Experience in working with a variety of disabilities including Autism. Training and experience in instruction improvement Effective communication skills to include ASL Responsibilities: Oversees the supervision and development of all William Center Teachers. Oversee daily operation of William Center Autism Program. Coordinate Special Education procedures for the William Center. Maintain accurate records. - Victim Advocate/community educator Deaf Vermonters Advocacy Services Location: statewide Vermont Time Base: 2 part-time positions Qualifications: * BA degree or equivalent experience * Fluency in American Sign Language Advocacy experience: * Work from a philosophy or empowerment * Ability to work with a diverse population * Exceptional listening skills and ability to empathize * Knowledge of domestic and sexual violence Send resume and cover letter to Keri Darling mailto:kdarling@dvas.org - Residential Advisors: Location: Brattleboro, VT Time base: All shifts; including Overnight shifts & weekends * Qualifications: Bachelors Degree or High School Graduate & 21 years of age; Effective communication skills to include ASL; Willingness to receive CPR, First Aid and Restraint Training; Willingness to learn behavior management techniques; Understands the uniqueness and development of Deaf & Hard of Hearing students. * Responsibilities:  Enhance social and interpersonal relationships among the student; Assist in the development and implementation of proactive, preventative residential  Programs which help students develop into healthy well- rounded individuals - Speech - Language Pathologist Location: Brattleboro, VT Time Base: part time - Paraprofessionals Location: Brattleboro, VT Time Base: Part time * Qualifications: Bachelors Degree or High School Diploma and 21 years old and related experience; Understands the uniqueness and development of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students; Proficiency in ASL; Valid driver's license; Willingness to obtain a VT bus license * Responsibilities: Assist teachers with tutoring and instruction, classroom management and clerical tasks; Assist with morning residential program; Must be able to assist student with physical motor needs to include lifting guiding. for all of the above positions that are based in Brattleboro, VT, please send letter of interest & resume to: Kelly Therieau Austine School for the Deaf 209 Austine Dr Brattleboro, VT 05301 or send email to: mailto:ktherieau@vcdhh.org 802-258-9510 Fax# 802-258-9574 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- recruiting for applicants Pre-K Teacher The Louisiana Schools for the Deaf & Visually Impaired Baton Rouge, LA more information at: http://deafdigest.com/louisianateacher/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- posting Deaf Youth Program Coordinator Deaf Services Center, Inc Worthington, Ohio more information at: http://deafdigest.com/dypohio/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Large Accounts Director, VRS Purple Rocklin, CA more information at: http://deafdigest.com/purplelargeaccounts/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - *  Director of LIFESIGNS - Los Angeles 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- other deaf-related jobs http://deafdigest.com/jobs/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Special notes: (located at the bottom of the Gold section) http://deafdigest.com