DeafDigest Gold - June 16, 2013 Gold edition            Barry Strassler, Editor http://deafdigest.com - updated every Monday America's Unique Deaf Stories; subscription at no cost to you Serving the Deaf Community since 1996; 17th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-friendly-restaurants/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/hard-of-hearing-reject-deaf/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-machine-shop-foreman/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-jobs-networking/ (if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Deaf Cartoon (Fogey) of the week: http://deafdigest.com/category/comics/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Save on Products from Sign Enhancers! 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Contact us at: mailto:info@harriscomm.com if more information is needed. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- The DeafDigest is divided into Blue and Gold sections, both ranked equal in contents, features and ads. This is the Gold section. ...... weekly DeafDigest Blue & Gold editions also posted at: http://deafdigest.com (updated every Monday) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Top stories about the deaf: Louisiana governor Bobby Jindal opposed charging regular telephone users just a few cents more to subsidize the deaf relay services, preferring to have the state treasury pay for it. This led to a legislative debate and the legislators agreed to dip into the state piggy bank. Deaf Awareness Day not worth the time and effort! Says who? Deaf British activist John David Walker said so. He says that Awareness Day organizers do not know how to really make hearing people aware of the needs of the deaf. The Arizona Schools for the Deaf and Blind board meeting took place, but took no action taking into consideration so much turmoil in recent months. The Supreme Court says human genes cannot be patented, yet will ok it if the gene is synthetic. What this means that if a geneticist creates a synthetic deaf gene, he can patent it. Deaf seniors of Rochester may be able to enjoy living in a senior citizen housing complex if the planned construction of a residential building takes place in the area. The time frame is about 12-24 months from now. .............................................................. 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 relay 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! .............................................................. .............................................................. VOCATIONAL OR ACADEMICS IN SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF Should our deaf schools stress vocational training or should it stress academics? Well, years ago, some schools for the deaf had strong vocational programs. Deaf students were pushed towards these vocational programs. DeafDigest editor just read an obituary of a deaf man that passed away last week. He worked in a machine shop for many years after graduating from a deaf school, and he spent 30 years as the shop foreman, with hearing machine operators working under him. So, which is worth more - academics or vocational training? - for ASL News version with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-machine-shop-foreman/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video .............................................................. .............................................................. added to list of places in USA with deaf names Leroy Colombo's View in Galveston, Texas He was a legendary deaf lifeguard who has saved over 1,000 swimmers on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Other names are at: http://deafdigest.com/places-in-usa-with-deaf-name/ .............................................................. .............................................................. NETWORKING IS A WAY TO FIND A DEAF JOB Do deaf people network with each other to look for jobs? Networking means looking for jobs without reading the employment ads or the internet employment ads. Networking is: - asking an old Gallaudet or NTID friend - asking an important hearing man at a big disability event - listening to deaf job rumors at a deaf social event There are other examples of networking. - for ASL News version with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-jobs-networking/ if you have iPad, click on top video; if you have another computer, click on bottom video .............................................................. .............................................................. Smithsonian Folklife Festival Accessible to Visitors with Disabilities June 26, through Sunday, June 30, and Wednesday, July 3, through Sunday, July 7 Washington, DC http://deafdigest.com/2013-smithsonian-washingtondc-folklife-festival-deaf-accessible/ .............................................................. .............................................................. THE TV GENERATIONS Recently, the USA Today ran a story on generations of TV sets. While the story did not mention captions, the generations are as follows: 1. black and white - no captions 2. color - captions 3. high definition - captions 4. HDTV - captions What this means is that there were no captions with the black and white TV generation, and for a long time, no captions with color TV until late seventies/ early eighties. A NEW DEAF STAMP IN SINGAPORE To be sold at post offices this week in Singapore are new deaf postage stamps. It shows different greetings in sign language. It was designed by Kenny Tiang of the Singapore Association for the Deaf. LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO (video with captions; may not work with iPads) http://deafdigest.com/videos/handwriting-is-very-important-for-deaf/ Do enjoy viewing that video! Sorry, this video may not work with iPad. OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING Deaf Bikers of America http://deafdigest.com/deaf-bikers-of-america/ .............................................................. .............................................................. For postings, announcements and employment ad rates, please email mailto:barry@deafdigest.com for Special Notes, please go to the bottom of this section .............................................................. .............................................................. WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? a newspaper ran a headline: Scientists move a step closer to a cure for deafness huh, scientists have been saying the same thing for years and years. Gets quite tiresome! .............................................................. REMODEL YOUR OUTDATED BATH or KITCHEN? We specialize in remodeling bath and kitchen of your dream throughout metro Washington, DC area. This service is run by deaf owner with a mix of deaf and hearing crews. To learn more about this company at http://www.surdusremodeling.com .............................................................. Job opening kitchen and bathroom installer Northern VA, DC, and Maryland only We are seeking kitchen and bathroom installer with a minimum of 5 years experience in demolition, plumbing, electricity, tiling, carpentry, painting, flooring, and a good attitude. All projects are in Northern VA, DC, and Maryland only. Contact Elijah Gold at http://info@surdusremodeling.com or VP at 202-400-2655 .............................................................. .............................................................. Deaf Question of the Week: Q. Why are hearing aids too expensive? A. It costs approximately $250 to manufacture a hearing aid. An audiologist buys that hearing aid for $1,000 for resale. Of that $1,000 that is being sold to an audiologist, $75.00 is for research and development, $250 is for marketing. The rest is profit for the manufacturer. The audiologist hikes the price to $2,000 or even $3,000 to recover his $1,000 purchase and for his overhead costs. This is why we are seeing $3,000 hearing aids! Unfair? Yes, but this is reality. send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. ........ Rene Pellerin's corner: Orientation I have been walking along the side of the roads in my neighborhood daily. I walk almost 4 miles a day.  There are days that clouds give me a clearer view of my walk. There are days when the sun is too bright for my vision. In bright sun, I must rely on my white cane as my guide to continue my walk. One bright sunny day, I crossed the road to go to another street. The sun was so bright and it was difficult to see, so I let my white cane guide my way. I ended up facing a bright white garage door! I missed the curb and went right on back to one of my neighbor's driveway that lead to their garage! I had to re-orient myself to that area to avoid slamming head on onto a garage door! Rene's show business is now entering its 3rd year and it focuses on the Deaf-Blind. You can email him at mailto:info@renetheunstoppable.com ........ Deaf Wish List of the Week: Many famous people raise funds to help national organizations that serves a specific disability. We wish for a famous person to raise funds to help a national deaf organization on their advocacy needs - education, captions, interpreting, etc. ........ DeafHistory: Year 1962 - St Joseph's College for the Deaf became the nation's second college for the deaf (after Gallaudet and not NTID). This college, however, lasted only one year before it closed doors. It was part of  Mount St. Joseph College (now Medaille College) and it enrolled 15 deaf students. ....... DeafNumbers of the Week: 6 number of companies that control the hearing aid market 95 percent of hearing aid market dominated by six companies these 6 companies basically build the same thing, forcing deaf consumers to make a choice between an "apple" and an "orange"! ....... Deaf Collegiate Athletes: - Appalachian State - Kate Ward, so, women's soccer will be a sophomore come this September - Austin Peay - Preston Gilbreath, sr, football will be playing his final season of football come this September ......... Elite Deaf Athletes: - Athiel Mbaha, Ghana pro soccer league, goalie with the Tigers in the Premier league; so far has won two league games - Kevin Sherwood, Australia, auto racer; failed to win his sixth straight Canberra Motors championship in the Super Production division ....... Deaf Sports Library list of deaf pro wrestlers http://deafdigest.com/deaf-pro-wrestlers/ ........ DeafDigest Sports: http://deafdigestsports.com/ you can subscribe; no cost ....... if you know of mainstreamed athletes, please e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com click on mainstream on the right side of http://deafdigestsports.com for the list of mainstreamed athletes -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * 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 -   HIV Educator -  Los Angeles -   Job Developer/Interpreter - Anaheim -   Job Developer/Interpreter - Pacoima -   Staff Interpreter - Los Angeles -   Staff Interpreter - Riverside -   Administrative Assistant -  Riverside (CODIE) -   Administrative Assistant -  Cypress (OCDEAF) 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Open positions The Learning Center for Deaf Framingham, MA Classroom Teacher http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-teacher-elementary-secondary/ Classroom Assistant http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-classroom-assistant-position/ Walden School Teacher http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-teacher-job/ Quality Assurance Coordinator http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-quality-assurance-coordinator-job/ Professional Development Manager http://35.182.75.222/learning-center-deaf-professional-development-manager-job/ Purchasing Specialist http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-purchasing-specialist-job/ Substitute Classroom Teacher http://deafdigest.com/subtitute-teaching-jobs-learning-center-for-deaf/ Substitute Classroom Assistant http://deafdigest.com/substitute-classroom-assistant-job-learning-center-for-deaf/ Substitute Child Care Center Teacher http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-substitute-childcare-center-teacher-job/ Substitute Child Care Center Classroom Assistant http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-substitute-childcare-center-classroom-assistant-job/ Occupational Therapist (part-time) http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-occupational-therapist-position/ Speech Language Pathologist (Aug-Nov) http://deafdigest.com/tlc-slp/ ASL Specialist (temporary) http://deafdigest.com/tlcaslspecialist/ Child Care Worker - Overnight Supervisor http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-supervisor-job/ Child Care Worker - Overnight http://deafdigest.com/walden-deaf-school-overnight-childcare-worker-job/ Child Care Worker - Residential (2nd shift) http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-residential-child-care-worker/ Relief Worker (substitute Child Care Worker) http://deafdigest.com/walden-school-deaf-relief-worker-child-care-worker-substitutes/ Therapeutic Mentor (part-time) http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-for-deaf-therapeutic-mentor/ Family Partner http://deafdigest.com/learning-center-deaf-family-partner-wraparound/ If you are interested in applying please submit a cover letter, resume, application (found on website - http://www.tlcdeaf.org ), as well as three professional references and/or three letters of recommendation to mailto:hr@tlcdeaf.org All documents must be present in application packet to be considered for the position. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Residential Supervisor - Afternoon Shift Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Scranton, PA REPORTS TO:    Dean of Students JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, non-exempt position working 40 hours per week, 187 days/year.  The Residential Supervisor supervises and interacts with children during recreational times, meal times, and study times.  Assists students with homework assignments; some tutoring may be involved.  The Residential Supervisor is also responsible for the safety and security of the students. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    Bachelor's Degree preferred; high school diploma required; individual must be of strong moral character, enthusiastic, and work well with children in recreational activities.  The individual must be able to respond to a variety of situations including emergencies.  Experience working with deaf children is helpful. The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is "Advanced".  The minimum level accepted at hire is "Intermediate". FBI, Child Abuse and Criminal Background clearances required. SALARY:    Dependent upon experience with full benefits including membership in the State's teacher retirement system, medical, dental and vision benefits, and life insurance. APPLICATION PROCEDURE:    Send letter of application and resume to: Helen K. Shirey Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  15218 The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Interpreter Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Scranton, PA REPORTS TO:            Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: This is an exempt, full-time, 187-day position.  Responsibilities include providing interpreting services for students, staff, parents and visitors. Interprets in a number of different settings including mainstream classes, IEP meetings, field trips, in-service    training, professional meetings, training, professional meetings, assemblies, conference calls, etc. Works a flexible schedule depending on the need for interpreting services. MINIMUNM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree preferred. Certificates required: NIC, RID or NAD.  Interpreter registration with the PA office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) PA State Police Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is "Advanced".  The minimum level accepted at hire is "Advanced". STARTING DATE:    August 19, 2013 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Helen K. Shirey Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  15218 The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position openings Access Residence Services, St. Joseph's Healthcare System Paterson, New Jersey Inspired Care Begins with St. Joseph's Healthcare System At St. Joseph's Healthcare System, our inspiration comes from a tightly knit team of accomplished professionals that help give people in our care every opportunity to live life to the fullest. Through our commitment to support, technology and training, we think you will find one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences of your career. Right now, our Paterson, NJ Campus has exciting opportunities available in its ACCESS Program, a statewide program providing behavioral health services to the deaf and hard of hearing people of New Jersey, and a place where treatment is provided in a culturally affirmative environment that supports Deaf Culture.  Candidates will help meet case management and treatment needs of service recipients who are deaf and hard of hearing within a variety of therapeutic supervised settings, and will be expected to ensure the provision of program services, engage individuals in the treatment process, and ensure continuity of care. - RESIDENCE COUNSELORS Access Residence Services Full Time, Evenings & Nights * Per Diem, Eves, Nights & Weekends Develop individualized treatment plans, address treatment needs, assure the provision of psychiatric rehabilitative services to consumers, enhance clients skills of community living/managing health needs, identify signs of symptomatic problem behavior, and ensure the safety of all consumers. You will also communicate/document all observations and discussions utilizing established protocols, deescalate potential crisis situations, and perform other related duties as needed. Requires a BS in Mental Health, Health or related discipline .OR- a current NJ RN License and 2 years of work/life experience, -OR- a High School Diploma and 4 years of related work/life experience, along with CPR and Basic First Aid Certification. - CASEWORKER Access Residence Services * Full Time - Day Shift Provide counseling and case management to clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches, complete psychosocial assessments/develop treatment plans, help clients obtain entitlements and linkages to other community resources/services, and assist in the resolution of problems. In addition, you will accurately complete all documentation, identify/respond to crisis situations, conduct outreach activities, and handle other duties as needed. Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Psychiatric Rehabilitation or Mental Health related discipline, 2 years experience, and the ability to collaborate with other programs/agencies on shared cases. Certified Social Worker (CSW) Licensure preferred. To qualify for either of the above positions, you must also possess: .    Proficiency with American Sign Language .    Familiarity with Deaf Culture, and knowledgeable with current technologies available to individuals with hearing loss .    Solid oral/written communication, organizational, problem-solving and PC skills .    Valid NJ Driver's License and excellent driving record .    Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred We offer competitive salaries, a dynamic, satisfying work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package.  For immediate consideration, please fax 973.754.4511, email your resume (put "ACCESS Program" in subject field) to: mailto:kimbelle@sjhmc.org or apply online at: http://www.jobs.stjosephshealth.org St. Joseph's Healthcare System An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening American Sign Language/ASL Studies Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Non-Tenure Track Instructor of American Sign Language/ASL Studies (Division of Special Education) Recruitment Number: F1310 Application Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Start Date: September 16, 2013 Western Oregon University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track instructor for the American Sign Language/ASL Studies undergraduate program with a 15 credit teaching load per quarter. WOU is the only institution in the Northwest that provides three years of ASL. Students are able to satisfy the Bachelor of Arts foreign language requirement by taking two years of ASL and American Sign Language studies is also offered as a major and minor. WOU's ASL courses are taken by over 250 students each year. The university strongly encourages applications from scholars of diverse backgrounds with a commitment to multicultural education. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and degree. Excellent benefits package included. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach courses in ASL and ASL Studies including ASL I to IX, Deaf History, ASL linguistics (e.g. ASL morphology and cherology), ASL literature, and American Deaf Culture. Please visit our website at www.wou.edu/education/sped/aslstudies.php to view a complete outline of the program. Qualifications: Required . Masters degree in ASL Linguistics or demonstrable expertise in teaching ASL Linguistics . Excellent signed and/or spoken communication, written, and presentation skills . Ability to design and implement engaging and effective instruction . Ability to design a syllabus that clearly communicates outcomes, expectations, assignments, and grading . Five to ten years experience in ASL usage . Effective teamwork, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills . Ability to collaborate with faculty from a wide range of backgrounds Preferred . ASLTA certification . Experience teaching at postsecondary level . Program development and coordination experience Contact information: Questions regarding this position may be directed to Kara Gournaris, mailto:gournark@wou.edu For questions regarding the application process or to submit your application documents, please contact Human Resources at 503-838-8552 or mailto:employment@wou.edu Application Process: Required application materials: . WOU application form (available at www.wou.edu/facultyapp) . Letter of interest . Current curriculum vitae . Names and contact information for three (3) references . Unofficial graduate transcripts for highest degree earned Submit Application Materials to: F1310 NTT Instructor, American Sign Language/ASL Studies Human Resources Western Oregon University 345 N. Monmouth Ave. Monmouth, OR 97361 -OR- E-mail as an attachment to mailto:employment@wou.edu -OR- Fax to 503-838-8144. Western Oregon University (WOU) is a mid-sized public comprehensive university located in the Monmouth-Independence area, the heart of Oregon's lush Willamette Valley. The university serves a large number of first-generation college students. WOU has received national recognition for its commitment and success in serving students. The campus is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state's capital, about 75 minutes from Portland, the state's cultural hub, and a short drive from the Oregon coast, mountains, and other scenic areas. The university is located in an increasingly diverse, bilingual, and rural area in the Willamette Valley. Our student body of about 6200 undergraduate and 800 graduate students enjoys the vibrant and close-knit intellectual community of a leading liberal arts college. Opportunities exist to work in diverse local communities. It is home to the Regional Resource Center on Deafness and a variety of programs preparing professionals to work with individuals who are Deaf including Rehabilitation Counseling, ASL/English Interpreting, Interpreting Studies, American Sign Language Studies, and related continuing education and technical assistance programs. Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening American Sign Language/English Interpreting & Interpreting Studies Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Non-Tenure Track Instructor of American Sign Language/English Interpreting & Interpreting Studies (Division of Special Education) Recruitment Number: F1309 Application Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin June 21, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. Start Date: September 16, 2013 The Division of Special Education at Western Oregon University seeks qualified applicants with experience in interpreter education for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track faculty position with a 12-credit load per quarter in the graduate Interpreting Studies and undergraduate ASL/English Interpreting programs. Coursework in these programs are offered in a variety of formats, including on-campus, blended, online, and condensed formats. The Commission on Collegiate Interpreter Education accredited undergraduate ASL/English Interpreting program at WOU prepares students as generalists who are able to interpret in a variety of settings. Students are prepared through a curriculum infused with the demand-control schema, which serves as the foundational framework on which to build their professional practice. WOU.s undergraduate interpreting program was the inaugural winner of the Sorenson VRS Interpreter Education Award of Excellence in 2008. The primarily online graduate program in Interpreting Studies prepares experienced interpreters to become leaders, mentors, and teachers of interpreting. The university strongly encourages applications from scholars of diverse backgrounds with a commitment to multicultural education. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and degree. Excellent benefits package included. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach graduate courses, both online and on campus, in the growing MA in Interpreting Studies program and will teach campus-based and/or online undergraduate courses focusing on ASL/English Interpreting. Other responsibilities may include student advising, alternative calendar/off-campus teaching, program development and coordination, graduate thesis supervision and project supervision, clinical supervision, teaching condensed courses in the summer, and committee work as required by the union contract. Qualifications: Required . MA in applicable field (e.g., interpreting, interpreter education, or linguistics) . National interpreting certification (e.g., CDI, CI and CT; NIC; Ed:k-12) required . Experience teaching interpreting at the postsecondary level (specifically theory, processing, and practical application courses) . Experience with online education and openness to online instruction . Knowledge, skills, and abilities . Knowledge of theories of meaning transfer and research on interpreting/interpreter education . Knowledge of national standards for interpreter education and interpreter practitioners . Excellent signed and/or spoken communication, written, and presentation skills . Effective teamwork, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills . Ability to collaborate with faculty from a wide range of interpreting backgrounds . Ability to design and implement engaging and effective instruction Preferred . Ph.D/Ed.D in related field . Three years experience teaching ASL/English Interpreting (specifically theory, processing, and practical application courses) . Other national certifications (ASLTA or SC: L) . Experience with training interpreter educators . Program development and coordination experience . Knowledge, skills, and abilities . Demonstrated leadership in the field of interpreting . Ability to provide professional interpreters with the opportunity for growth and development beyond the undergraduate level and to participate in observation, practice, and supervision. Contact information: Questions regarding this position may be directed to Pamela Cancel, at 503-838-8803 or mailto:cancel@wou.edu For more information about the program, go to http://www.wou.edu/interpreting For questions regarding the application process or to submit your application documents, please contact Human Resources at 503-838-8552 or mailto:employment@wou.edu Application Process: Required application materials: . WOU application form (available at www.wou.edu/facultyapp) . Letter of interest . Current curriculum vitae . Names and contact information for three (3) references . Teaching philosophy . Unofficial graduate transcripts for highest degree earned Submit Application Materials to: F1309 NTT Instructor, ASL/English Interpreting Human Resources Western Oregon University 345 N. Monmouth Ave. Monmouth, OR 97361 -OR- E-mail as an attachment to mailto:employment@wou.edu -OR- Fax to 503-838-8144. Western Oregon University (WOU) is a mid-sized public comprehensive university located in the Monmouth-Independence area, the heart of Oregon's lush Willamette Valley. The university serves a large number of first-generation college students. WOU has received national recognition for its commitment and success in serving students. The campus is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state's capital, about 75 minutes from Portland, the state's cultural hub, and a short drive from the Oregon coast, mountains, and other scenic areas. The university is located in an increasingly diverse, bilingual, and rural area in the Willamette Valley. Our student body of about 6200 undergraduate and 800 graduate students enjoys the vibrant and close-knit intellectual community of a leading liberal arts college. Opportunities exist to work in diverse local communities. It is home to the Regional Resource Center on Deafness and a variety of programs preparing professionals to work with individuals who are Deaf including Rehabilitation Counseling, ASL/English Interpreting, Interpreting Studies, American Sign Language Studies, and related continuing education and technical assistance programs. Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Opening teaching positions at Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center on campus of Gallaudet University Washington, DC School Year 2013-2014 at KDES .    Math Teacher (Middle School) .    Social Studies (Middle School) .    ASL Teacher .    Science Teacher (Middle School) .    English Teacher at MSSD .    Social Studies .    English .    Math SUMMARY: Major responsibilities include planning, implementing and researching effective instructional practices that maximize student learning; accountable for student achievement; develops instructional plans/units in alignment with established standards; collaborates with other educators on teams/departments to provide an effective instructional program; documents and monitors student progress; communicates with families regarding student progress; maintains professional growth; accountable for student safety; engages in action research for continuous improvement of instruction. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: KDES Early Childhood Education - requires a Master's degree in Deaf Education or Early Childhood Education (if the Master's degree is in Deaf Education, the Bachelor's degree must be in Early Childhood Education, or the candidate must present proof of state certification in early childhood education). KDES Team 1-2-3 and Team 4-5 - requires a Master's degree in Deaf Education or Elementary Education (if the Master's degree is in Deaf Education, the Bachelor's degree must be in Elementary Education or the candidate must present proof of state certification in elementary education). KDES Team 6-7-8 and all MSSD Departments (content areas are mainly English, Science, Mathematics and Social Studies) . requires a Master's degree in Deaf Education or the content area (if the Master's degree is in Deaf Education, the Bachelor's degree must be in the content area or the candidate must present proof of state certification in the content area). SALARY: Commensurate with educational degree and experience TO APPLY: Send a letter of interest, a completed Gallaudet University Application Form, an up-to-date resume, copies of all valid licenses to teach (if you possess any), three (3) current and signed letters of recommendation (from supervisors who know about your teaching ability) to Clerc Center Human Resources per electronic by emailing to mailto:clerchr@gallaudet.edu or via mail to: Clerc Center Human Resources; Gallaudet University KDES room 3104; 800 Florida Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 Gallaudet University Application Form link: http://www.gallaudet.edu/hrs/employment_opportunities.html and click on Job Application Form Any vacant position that is filled is dependent upon resignations received and funding available. If you get a job offer, we will require official transcripts before final hiring process is being finalized and approved.** Salary begins on August 16th, 2013. New Teacher Orientation will be held on August 6th, 2013.  (Required and will be paid for attending). The 1st work day for returning teachers will be August 13th, 2013. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Announcement of vacant positions - Differentiation & Inclusion Coordinator (KDES) - Residence Educator-Girls (MSSD) Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center on campus of Gallaudet University Washington, DC To apply, mail a resume and a Gallaudet University application form to: Gallaudet University Human Resources Services 800 Florida Avenue, NE College Hall, Room 106 Washington, DC 20002 Email address: mailto:personnel.office@gallaudet.edu Or FAX completed application materials to: 202-651-5344 Job Description can be found at http://gallaudet.edu/af/hrs_employment.xml by clicking on Professional Staff under Job Listing. Job employment application can be found at http://gallaudet.edu/af/hrs_employment.xml by clicking on Job application -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Teacher of the Deaf - High School Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA REPORTS TO:            High School Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: This is an exempt, full-time, 187-day position.  Responsibilities include instructional programming in academics, language development and communication, in addition to guiding students toward healthy social, emotional and vocational adjustments. Plan, prepare, and present lessons of appropriate academic work to their students, use appropriate communication techniques to assure clarity and accuracy of conveyed information, work with Principal in guiding parents towards identifying their child's strengths and weaknesses and in programming for them accordingly through the IEP process.  Stay abreast of current trends at the state and federal levels and best practices in the Education of the Deaf. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    PA Instructional I or Instructional II Certification in Deaf Education required. Master's Degree in Deaf Education also preferred. PA State Police Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance. The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is "Advanced". The minimum level accepted at hire is "Intermediate". SALARY: Commensurate with experience.  This position has full benefits including membership in the State's teacher retirement system, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and life insurance. STARTING DATE:    August 19, 2013 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Helen K. Shirey Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  15218 The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Teacher of the Deaf - High School Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Pittsburgh, PA REPORTS TO:            Elementary School Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: This is an exempt, full-time, 187-day position. Responsibilities include instructional programming in academics, language development and communication, in addition to guiding students toward healthy social, emotional and vocational adjustments. Plan, prepare, and present lessons of appropriate academic work to their students, use appropriate communication techniques to assure clarity and accuracy of conveyed information, work with Principal in guiding parents towards identifying their child's strengths and weaknesses and in programming for them accordingly through the IEP process.  Stay abreast of current trends at the state and federal levels and best practices in the Education of the Deaf. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    PA Instructional I or Instructional II Certification in Deaf Education required.  Master's Degree in Deaf Education also preferred. PA State Police Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance. The Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) for this position is "Advanced".  The minimum level accepted at hire is "Intermediate". SALARY:  Commensurate with experience.  This position has full benefits including membership in the State's teacher retirement system, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and life insurance. STARTING DATE:    August 19, 2013 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to: Helen K. Shirey Director of Human Resources Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  15218 The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf does not discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- career opportunities PAHrtners Deaf Services Glenside, PA 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, 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: Job Title: Office Manager Location:       Glenside, PA Employee Type:  Full time position Description:    This position supervises support staff, directs various aspects of human resources, maintains personnel files, oversees payroll, coordinates credentialing for licensed professionals, helps create procedures relating to company policies, collaborates with the benefits department, supervises audits and accreditations for all programs, monitors billing activities, maintains petty cash, oversees invoicing and ensures compliance with employment/labor laws and HIPAA guidelines. Qualifications:         Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field, plus three years office/managerial experience; or AA Degree with at least five years of supervisory/office experience. Fluency in American Sign Language required. Must possess strong writing/proofreading skills and excellent organizational/time management skills. Job Title:      Residential Program Director Location:       Glenside, PA Employee Type:  Full Time Description:    Position supervises all residential sites and program personnel.  This senior position provides program coverage, assists in completing staff schedules, secures shift coverage and monitors/limits overtime.  Other duties include: developing/monitoring the annual budget while approving expenditures; ensuring individual health needs are met by reviewing and assisting with the coordination of medical, dental and psychotherapy services and corresponding transportation; confirming homes and vehicles are maintained and operated in a clean, safe and secure manner.  This position also monitors and participates in the completion of required documents, including but not limited to: daily logs, medication logs, medical appointment forms, monthly and quarterly reports, incident reports, fire drill reports, behavioral data reports, goal plan forms, petty cash auditing forms, etc.  This position is responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, orienting, training, evaluating and disciplining residential support staff while also ensuring staff perform all assigned duties. Qualifications: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in the human services field along with two years. experience as a program director, or three years of experience in a managerial level position in the human services field working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or behavioral health disorders.  Advanced fluency in ASL required. Job Title:      Residential Counselors Location:       Glenside, PA Employee Type:  Various positions available Description:    This position provides direct client services, including: encouraging client independence, assisting in daily living skills training and aiding in community integration. Duties: provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with behavioral health and/or intellectual disabilities living in the community; promote consumers. independence and social relationships.  Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Qualifications:         HS diploma + one year related experience; valid driver's license; advanced fluency in ASL; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Send your letter of intent and resumes 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 Web: http://www.pahrtners.com/careers Facebook: www.facebook.com/deafjobs -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Teacher of the Deaf Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Scranton, PA REPORTS TO:    Principal JOB DESCRIPTION: This is an exempt, full-time 187-day position. Responsible for instructional programming in academics, language development and communication, in addition to guiding students toward healthy social, emotional and vocational adjustment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PA Instructional I or II certification in Deaf Education required. Information on PA teaching certification may be found on the website http://www.pde.state.pa.us Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the SLPI; "Intermediate" level skills required at time of hire. FBI, PA Act 34 and 151 Child Abuse clearances required. SALARY:    Dependent on education and experience BENEFITS:    Excellent benefits package including membership in the State's teacher retirement system, medical, dental, vision, long term disability and life insurance STARTING DATE:    August 19, 2013 APPLICATION PROCEDURE:    Send letter of application and resume to: Helen K. Shirey Director of Human Resources Western PA School for the Deaf 300 East Swissvale Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218 It is the policy of the Western PA School for the Deaf not to discriminate in its programs of education, employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, religion, disability, or gender preference. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Missouri MERIL has an immediate opening for a Facilities Specialist whose duties will involve performance of all building and custodial maintenance tasks for our St. Joseph locations as well as inventory control. This is a "hands on" part time position. We are seeking an individual with prior facilities maintenance and custodial experience.  MERIL is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.  Please visit our website www.meril.org to complete an application or contact Fred Timberlake at fredt@meril.org for more information. Arkansas Department of Career Education Arkansas Rehabilitation Services Office of Human Resource Management VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Position will be located at the Field Office, Little Rock, AR. OPENS:  June 13, 2013          CLOSES: June 20, 2013 Division of Rehabilitation Services is recruiting personnel for the following position: INTERPRETER Position # 22081711 Grade C116 JOB DESCRIPTION:  The Interpreter is responsible for providing interpretive services for the hearing impaired.  Provides interpreting or appropriate communication support, through the use of manual, oral, and graphic/visual modes of communication, to facilitate understanding between hearing and hearing-impaired persons.  Evaluates clients' need for assistive devices and provides a plan of activity and printed information regarding the use of the equipment.  Provides clients with training in job application and independent living skills.  Documents interpreting assignments with case narratives, compiles data, and prepares activity reports listing source of requests, hours of service, mileage, and transportation provided.  May transport clients to medical or legal appointments as needed.  Performs other duties as assigned.  This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in Interpretation: American Sign Language/English, special education, social work, or a related field.  Must have successfully attained at least a level 3 of the Quality Assurance Screening Test (QAST).  Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management.  OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. Applicants must complete a State of Arkansas employment application to be considered for employment.  Resumes only will not be accepted.  The application must be received before midnight on the closing date. Applications can be completed at www.arstatejobs.com.  For additional information contact: Arkansas Rehabilitation Services 525 West Capitol Little Rock, AR  72201 (501) 296-1657 FAX: (501) 296-1672 www.arstatejobs.com Division of Rehabilitation Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- other deaf-related jobs http://deafdigest.com/other-deaf-jobs/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-