DeafDigest Gold - November 27, 2011 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; 15th year -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Last week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-people-looking-for-jobs/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/cheap-or-expensive-cart-or-interpreters-for-deaf/ This week's ASL Videos with captions: http://deafdigest.com/videos/fake-asl-signing-person/ http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-research-difficulties/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Super Sale at the Superstore Harris Communications is the sign language superstore with hundreds of books, DVDs and novelties about sign language, interpreting and deaf culture.

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You can still join The Z Life by calling 888.888.1116 to connect to ZVRS from any videophone! -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Sprint Relay now has three amazing apps to help you keep in t ouch with friends and family over the holidays! Sprint Mobile IP, Sprint Mobile Video Relay Service and Wireless CapTel by Sprint are all available on select AndroidTM-powered devices! Visit www.sprintrelay.com for more information. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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) -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - What the stories are saying about the deaf? A CI Catch-22 situation is taking place in Scotland right how. Adel Wilson is a 14-year old musician, already deaf in one ear and slowly losing the hearing in her other ear. She wants a CI, but the government told her she is not deaf enough to get implanted. But if she is not implanted, she would lose her musical skills. Her mother is currently fighting the government. The USA Today ran a piece titled "Schools lack interpreters for deaf students." Quoted in the story was Jeanne Prickett, superintendent of the Iowa School for the Deaf. She said: It's the individual student whose education may be compromised by less-than-qualified professionals. Prickett, incidentally, will be leaving Iowa to take over the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind at the end of the school year. - Very Hot News The judge threw out the lawsuit in Alabama filed by the Alabama Public Service Commission against the state. This lawsuit was about $30 million dollars that the Alabama Dual Party Relay Board collected from landline telephone customers to fund the relay services. The state wanted the money to be used for education, and the relay group said no. - Thursday November 24th The U.S. Department of Education is funding, to the tune of $1.1 million for five years, a program for 40 Florida speech pathologists to teach the Spanish-speaking deaf children how to hear. Will it work? - Friday November 25th The Silent Network is back. To read the press release, go to: http://deafdigest.com/silent-network-is-back/ - Saturday November 26th A deaf man, who was jailed for 25 days with no charges, and without an interpreter around, has filed a lawsuit against the Adams County in Colorado. He was living in a motel with his fiancee two years ago and they had an argument. He raised his voice during the argument; the cops heard it and immediately arrested him. ..... Deaf Miscellaneous stuff: Teacher Eowyn Glass, not deaf, is caught in a tug of war between parents and school administrators with the West Perry School Board in Pennsylvania. This teacher has many skills, including ASL, and she has been shuttled back and forth between different classes at different schools. It was pointed out that this school district has one deaf student, and that the teacher was a perfect fit in that situation. .............................................................. .............................................................. 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 .............................................................. .............................................................. FREE GROUND SHIPPING IN NOVEMBER It's not too early to start holiday shopping! WCI is here to help with gifts for all your family and friends. FREE GROUND SHIPPING on orders over $50.00! (excludes CapTel 800 or 800i) Call 1-800-233-9130 (V/TTY) or visit us at: http://www.weitbrecht.com/onsale.php?utm_source=dd for details. For a copy of our catalog, email your request to: mailto:sales@weitbrecht.com We're now on Facebook and Twitter! Come visit us! WCI. Your Single Source for Assistive Technology .............................................................. .............................................................. LIES IN STORE ADS Sometimes we see ads which mention "ASL speaking staff" in shops or stores. Are these ads honest? Many times the "ASL hearing person" will struggle with fingerspelling - when trying to spell: Hi, my name is ..............." Are these stores and shops liars? You decide. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit http://deafdigest.com/videos/fake-asl-signing-person/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) .............................................................. Call for papers 5th World Congress on Mental Health and Deafness Monterrey, Mexico May 23-25, 2012 more information at: http://deafdigest.com/deaf-mental-health-conference/ .............................................................. DEAF HISTORY AND DEAF CULTURE RESEARCH IS VERY DIFFICULT Is it easy to research Deaf History and Deaf Culture? Just go to any library and find books on deafness? Just go into any web site and google the word "deaf history"? Very difficult. Information in books and web site is not enough. A deaf researcher must pick little bits and pieces of information from as many as 15-20 different books or web sites and put them together. It is the same as putting together 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzle in one hour! It is impossible. - for ASL News version with captions, please visit: http://deafdigest.com/videos/deaf-research-difficulties/ (for your convenience, video links are posted on top of each DeafDigest edition) WHY WAS THE DORM NAMED AFTER GALLAUDET? Last week's DeafDigest mentioned that a dormitory on the campus of Central Connecticut State University was named after Gallaudet. Why? Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet was one of the founders of the State Normal School (a college for future teachers). And he gave the inaugural address at the college just before he died in 1851. CLERK, FLUENT IN ASL, COMMUNICATING VIA NOTES This is a true story. A clerk, fluent in ASL, was waiting on a father-and-son customers at the counter of an auto supply store They wrote a note that said: We want to buy some auto parts The clerk signed in ASL: Yes, what parts are you looking for? The customer whispered to his son (that the clerk overheard): Why does he think I'm deaf? The clerk interrupted and said: Oh, I'm sorry. I thought you were deaf because you passed the note to me The customer said: How dare you think I am disabled? The clerk said: I'm sorry, but why did you pass the note to me? The customer said: You're an immigrant. How was I supposed to know that you could speak English? They walked out of the store! LOOKING BACK AT A PAST DEAFDIGEST VIDEO (all videos are captioned) http://deafdigest.com/videos/two-half-deaf-actors/ Do enjoy viewing that video! All videos, old and new, are always captioned. OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING We have many, many organizations, international, national and local that serve deaf and hard of hearing people. One such organization is: Oregon Association of the Deaf Visit: http://deafdigest.com/oregon-association-of-the-deaf/ AN EXPLOITED DEAF FOOTBALL PLAYER About 25 years ago a school for the deaf had a great football player. His play attracted offers from some colleges, including CSUN. That player went to a community college and played two seasons. The CSUN coaches offered him a football scholarship - but there was a complication. The complication was that the CSUN coaches wanted him to be accommodated by the National Center on Deafness (NCOD) which provides interpreters and support services for its deaf students. The NCOD said no, because the football player was not academically qualified and refused to accept him. This deaf player played two seasons and the coaching staff had to advise him on classes to take! Needless to say, he never graduated. And he is struggling in everyday life. CSUN football? Yes, before this sport was dropped in 2001. AN EXCUSE FOR NOT WEARING A HEARING AID too much static goes to my hearing aid .............................................................. .............................................................. 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 hearing-impaired nonhearing person This is not a joke. This phrase was written up in a newspaper story. If one wishes to write proper English - then it is: a deaf deaf person! .............................................................. .............................................................. *Year-round American Sign Language Master Tutor Lessons via Web-Cam or VP* Certified American Sign Language Master Deaf Tutor available to any long distance ASL student who has a high speed internet and a web-cam or a video-phone (Ojo, VP-200). Local students in Colorado are welcome also. - Letter Writing Service also available through videophone for Deaf customers needing assistance in writing informal or formal letters to friends, families or business. $10 per page. Monday to Friday . 10am to 6pm. (MST) For more information and rates go to: www.ASLmasterTutor.com - Pah! For fun I Also provide: Private Tarot Readings done via IM or VP-200 in ASL! 3 Card Reading - $20.00 Full Card Reading - $47.00 One Question per reading only. *Entertainment only - age 18 and up only. (new web site) http://asltarotreader.weebly.com/ Advanced appointments required - first come, first served. If you refer a new ASL student - you'll get $5.00 off in your next lesson! Email: ASLtarot@ gmail.com .............................................................. .............................................................. 33rd World's Largest Silent Weekend / Interpreter Conference June 28-July 1, 2012 in Orlando, Florida -- 180 hours of classes for interpreters, ASL & ITP teachers and students with more than 3.0 CEUs available for interpreters. The Florida Hotel offers free parking (some conferences charge up to $36 per day) and free in-room internet (some hotels charge $12.95 per day). The huge Florida Mall has an enormous food court offering you complete meals for as little as $5.99 (some conference hotels charge $8 just for a hot dog). Frequent presenters include Peter Cook, Crom Saunders, Trix Bruce, Keith Wann, Shannon Simon, Franciso Olivera, etc. There will be language-focused and interpreting-focused classes. Classes include 6-hour tracks on Islam and Judaism plus an opening Thursday class on Interpreter's Guild. Many vendors will have a huge variety of items available.  With many classes having breaks hourly, there will be an exciting and dynamic all-day flow of participants in the exhibit area. See www.DrSign.com for more information and for registration plus a video clip of last year's Silent Weekend. Almost 200 have registered already! ........................................................ ........................................................ ASL and Interpreting DVDs Go to www.DrSign.com for DVDs for ASL students and interpreters.  Over 30 titles include two brand new ones -- Math Signs and Science Signs by Shannon Simon!   Other DVDS include stories in ASL, ASL grammar, songs, interpreter information, etc. 11th Annual Florida-Alaska Motorcycle Benefit Run This is the World's Longest Group Motorcycle Benefit Run. Purpose of funds is to help families of deaf babies served by SKIHI.  The 2012 trip will begin July 28, 2012. .............................................................. .............................................................. Hot DeafNews boring, but important! Deaf people getting "artificial" hearing, whatever that is supposed to mean? Well, researchers from Japan's Kyoto University crafted an artificial membrane implant that is supposed to mimic what the real membranes are supposed to do. Their findings were published in a Japanese medical journal. ......... Deaf Question of the Week: Q. Why is it often front page news when a deaf person gets implanted? A. The newspaper reporters think it is so sensational that a deaf person would "automatically" become a hearing person after years of deafness! send your questions to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com the most interesting questions may be answered in future DeafDigest editions. Thank you. ....... Wish List of the Week: the state of North Carolina will permanently keep open North Carolina SD and Eastern North Carolina SD. While both schools will continue for the foreseeable future, what are the long term prospects? ........ Rene Pellerin's corner: Let the Holiday Shopping begin! When I need to do Christmas shopping, a ride and an SSP are needed. When gift shopping for my wife, she has to bring me to the stores or shopping malls. That's no secret! Shopping on-line is OK though it can be slow for us Deaf-Blind people. I once read a note posted on a listserv for Deaf-Blind people. One Deaf-blind woman had to spend hours on one specific website to find a book for her young son. Once she succeeded, she was happy and felt independent! How can you help individuals who are Deaf-Blind in your community? Offer them your volunteer service to bring them Holiday Shopping. Your help can make us happy and more than that it allows us to make some independent decisions! Happy Holidays Shopping! Rene has started a new show business, focusing on the Deaf-Blind. You can email him at mailto:renegp@comcast.net ........ DeafHistory: Year 1937 - a Springfield, Ohio newspaper mentioned a deaf resident with a great invention - a bed shaker that helps the deaf person wake up in the morning ....... DeafNumbers of the Week: 2 years that a deaf person would find a job in the vocational rehabilitation field during the early sixties. VR offices did not want to hire the deaf! ....... DeafLibrary Resources Golden Era of Deafness of Fifties through Seventies visit: http://deafdigest.com/golden-era-of-deafness-of-fifties-thru-seventies/ ........ DeafDigest Sports is at: http://deafdigestsports.com/ do visit that site to take a look for yourself To subscribe, e-mail mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- * YOU COULD PLACE YOUR PAID EMPLOYMENT ADS IN THIS SECTION * on a per-subscriber basis, the DeafDigest ad rates are the best in the nation. * For more information, send E-mail to mailto:barry@deafdigest.com -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- December 1, 2011 deadline position opening Director Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services, Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Austin, Texas December 1, 2011 deadline full position description and application instructions at: http://deafdigest.com/texas-deaf-director-position/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Deaf Services Mental Health Clinician The Buckeye Ranch Columbus, OH The Buckeye Ranch is a private, nonprofit organization providing hope and healing to children and families by offering family-focused mental health treatment and alcohol/drug services for children with behavioral or psychological and substance abuse disorders. The Buckeye Ranch is seeking a full-time accomplished and creative mental health professional to work with young people and families in the Deaf Services Program.  This individual will be based in the Columbus, OH area, but will provide case management services and mental health interventions to young people across the great State of Ohio.  Will also provide supervision of young people and facilitate therapeutic groups in structured settings at Ohio School for the Deaf. Required Qualifications: -    Bachelor's degree required.  Master's degree preferred. -    Licensed or license-eligible, in the State of Ohio, for Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Professional Counselor (PC) license -    Advanced ASL skills -    Thorough understanding of Deaf Culture Excellent benefits package includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, short-term & long-term disability insurance, 401k, ongoing training, educational assistance and more! If you would like to learn more about the programs and services provided by The Buckeye Ranch, please visit us on the web at http://www.buckeyeranch.org or http://www.learncaregive.org The Buckeye Ranch is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Diverse applicants sought to work with a diverse population. Please send resume and salary requirements to: mailto:humanresources@buckeyeranch.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- December 1, 2011 deadline Job Advertisement Executive Director Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Albuquerque, New Mexico Closing Date:           Wednesday, November 30th, 2011 Executive Director The Commission for Deaf and Hard of Hearing is seeking an Executive Director (ED). The ED will be responsible for managing department directors and other agency staff; plan and direct new and current programs or services; oversight of the development of the Agency's program budget projection; develop program goals and objectives; develop Request for Proposals; management and oversight of various Agency contracts; work and interact with the other State Government agencies; review proposed regulations; respond to multiple inquiries from legislators, other agencies and many interested parties; represent the Agency at meetings and public functions; participate in legislative activities that include presenting program and policy analysis; represent the Agency during legislative sessions. Qualifications for the position: A Master's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Services or a related field is required for this position. Eight (8) years managing programs or projects that include strategic planning, and/or developing and implementing programs or services that require interaction with other agencies and/or with multiple parties to include five (5) years experience in direct staff management. Substantial experience with managing complex programs and budgets, significant experience in the administration of programs and services for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf-Blind communities required. Ability to communicate fluently in American Sign Language required. Individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. To apply, please submit your resume to Shannon Smith, Director of Human Resources via email at mailto:ShannonS.Peinado@state.nm.us . Phone calls will not be accepted. The State of New Mexico Commission for Deaf & Hard of Hearing is an EOE. For more information on the Commission for Deaf & Hard of Hearing, please visit http://www.cdhh.state.nm.us -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Gallaudet University positions Washington, DC Positions contingent on funding Gallaudet University serves deaf, hard of hearing, and 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. TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITIONS: To be considered for tenure at Gallaudet University, a candidate must possess a Ph.D. terminal degree in their field.  Applicants without a terminal degree may be granted up to three years in a pre-tenure track position to work toward such terminal degree prior to being awarded a tenure-track position. The following departments and programs are accepting applications for one or more faculty positions: ASL & Deaf Studies Biology Business Counseling Education Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences Interpretation Linguistics Philosophy & Religion Psychology Physical Education and Recreation Social Work Sociology General Studies Information Technology For detailed job descriptions and application information, go to: http://www.gallaudet.edu/hrs/employment_opportunities.html -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening MGR CUST RELATIONSHIP The position may be filled at any US Sprint location Sprint's website at - http://www.sprint.com/careers to register, upload resume, create saved search, conduct search/apply, etc. Req#  116023BR:   MGR CUST RELATIONSHIP The position may be filled at any US Sprint location. This position oversees the Sprint Relay Marketing department, providing direction to employees who manage all aspects of marketing, including but not limited to tradeshows, social media, web media and print collateral.  This department also provides account maintenance for an assigned customer base that focuses on customers who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or have speech disabilities. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet objectives. Provides guidance to subordinates within the latitude of established company policies. Establishes and recommends changes to policies which affect immediate organization(s). Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers. Manages the activities of personnel with accountability for results in terms of costs, strategies and employees. Monitors projects to ensure completion on schedule and within budget. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Manages the activities of individual contributors or supervisors in a section or department with accountability for goals, objectives, and operational policies. May participate in the development of functional strategy. Has responsibility for hiring, termination, performance and salary decisions. Reports to Director Relay Services. Basic qualifications include: - Sales or account maintenance experience - Management experience - Communication skills - Experience with developing and implementing marketing strategies - Understanding of Sprint products Preferred qualifications include: - College Degree - A combination of education and related work experience totaling 10 years post high-school. * Fluency in American Sign Language -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions The Learning Center for the Deaf & Walden School Framingham, MA - Administrative Assistant - Wraparound Program - Intensive Care Coordinator - Wraparound Program - Child Care Supervisor: Overnight - Walden School - Child Care Worker: Overnight - Walden School - Teacher - Walden School - Secondary Classroom Assistant position descriptions at: http://deafdigest.com/open-positions-walden-school-tlc-deaf/ Please apply online http://www.tlcdeaf.org OR Send resume packet to: The Learning Center for the Deaf 848 Central Street Framingham, MA 01701 Attn: Personnel Department -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- seeking Job Coaches Mill Neck Services for Deaf Adults Mill Neck Family of Organizations New York City metro area Mill Neck Services for Deaf Adults is looking for qualified job coaches to provide supportive employment for multiply disabled deaf adults.  We are looking for candidates to provide these services in the NYC metro area including Westchester and the LI region.  We are seeking bright, energetic professionals to become part of our team. We are an equal opportunity employer. Some of the responsibilities are to work with clients through all phases of job search through on-the-job training.  Provides case management as needed.  Communicate with employers and other parties on an as needed basis.  Fluency in American Sign Language required. Valid drivers license and dependable car needed. contact: Kathleen Lagalante Director of Human Resources Mill Neck Family of Organizations 40 Frost Mill Road Mill Neck, NY 11765516-922-4100 email mailto:klagalante@millneck.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position announcement Independent Living Skills Specialist Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocacy Resource Center Las Vegas, NV 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: October 25, 2011 Closing date:  November 10, 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. APPLICANTIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 PM ON OR BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE (November 10, 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- announcing openings for High School and PACES Teachers The American School for the Deaf West Hartford, CT Full-time and Part-Time vacancies The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is located on a 54 acre campus in West Hartford, Connecticut.  It is a residential and day program operating as a state-aided private school.  It was established in 1817 as the first permanent school for the deaf in America Scope of Duties: Under the supervision of the Department Principal/Assistant Principal, instructs students enrolled at ASD. Minimum Requirements: Master's Degree in Education of the Deaf or Special Education, appropriate State of CT Teacher Certification (057 or 065).  SCPI Level of Intermediate Plus.  Experience and/or coursework teaching English as a second language preferred.  Good judgment.  Ability to work in a collaborative setting.  Ability to work flexible hours when needed. Bachelor's Degree in Deaf Education or Special Education will be considered. Salary and Benefits (a)    Compensation range based on School's salary scales. (b)    Retirement, group health insurance, and other fringe benefits are available How to apply: Send resume and letter of application to: Human Resources Office American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107-1269 FAX (860) 570-1832 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- open positions Deaf Services Center (DSC) Glenside, PA Deaf Services Center (DSC) is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. We take great pride that our program is strongly Deaf/HOH centered with about 85% of our staff being Deaf or Hard of Hearing.  Our staff environment is one of incredible teamwork and mutual support.  As a result, we are rapidly growing with new programs and expansions of our existing programs.  Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or have many years' experience in the field of human services we have a career building position waiting for you!  E.O.E. DSC is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable about Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community to fill the following positions: - OUTPATIENT CLINICIAN:  (Full time/Part time) This position provides clinical services to individuals and family members on a fee for service basis.  Responsibilities include: Assessment and intervention for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, families and groups, utilizing a variety of communication modalities to accommodate the need.  Progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries and other reports as required.   Qualifications:  The qualified candidate shall possess:  Masters in Social Work or Counseling and license (LCSW or LPC) eligible in the state of Pennsylvania; ASL fluency and Deaf Culture sensitivity; knowledge of impact of hearing loss, assistive technology and needs of persons who are hard of hearing; ability to work with both adults and children. - INTENSIVE CASE MANAGER for Residential programs: (Full time position) This position provides resources and support to clients and their families who reside the residential program. The qualified candidate shall possess: BA/BS degree in a Human Services field preferred; or High school diploma & 12  college credit hours in social science with 2 years mental health direct care experience. Must have strong organizational skills; fluency in ASL, familiarity with other visual communication modes and language levels. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed and travel various areas in the community. Knowledge of laws governing the rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals including IDEA and ADA a plus; and must have a valid driver's license.  Duties:  Assess service needs of consumers to insure continuum of care; develop service plans; independent living skills instructions, advocate for access to public & private services and programs such as medical, vocational and other services. - THERAPIST/PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR:  (Full time position) This position provides therapeutic and psycho-educational workshops and group sessions for consumers who are deaf.  The qualified candidate shall possess:  BA in psychology, counseling or any other human services field; must have 2 years' experience with individuals with mental illness and/or mental retardation including treatment planning and progress notes; advanced fluency in ASL required; must be innovative, creative and be able to work in a team environment. Duties:  Develop, coordinate and provide group/individual therapy for wellness maintenance and psycho-educational workshops. - RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS: (various positions available) This position provides direct client services including encouraging client independence in areas such as skills in daily living and community integration.  Duties: Provide supported living and training to Deaf consumers with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities living in the community; promote consumers' independence and social relationships. Positions open for weekend and evening shifts. Qualifications:  HS + 1 year related experience or AA; valid drivers' license; advanced fluency in ASL; minimum of 2 years' experience with Deaf Community; demonstrated competency in independent living skills; ability to teach, advise and motivate Deaf Consumers; strong interpersonal skills. Send your letter of intent and resumes to: Linda Claypool, Office Manager/HR Deaf Services Center, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 Email: mailto:lclaypool@salisb.com  Fax: 215-884-6301 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening Interpreter Prep. Program Faculty Front Range Community College Westminster campus, Colorado Front Range Community College, Westminster Campus is now accepting applications for a IPP faculty member  The primary focus of this position is teaching and curriculum development for IPP courses. For complete job announcement and application, visit: http://www.frontrange.edu/employment EOE/AA. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- job openings - Day Child Care Worker - Overnight Supervisor Walden School/The Learning Center for the Deaf Framingham, MA - Day Child Care Worker - Walden School http://deafdigest.com/walden-day-child-care-worker-deaf-job/ - Overnight Supervisor - Walden School http://deafdigest.com/walden-overnight-child-care-supervisor-deaf-jobs/ Please send resume to: The Learning Center for the Deaf 848 Central Street Framingham, MA 01701 Attn: Personnel Department (508) 879-5110 ext. 306 OR apply online: http://www.tlcdeaf.org -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- position opening School Counselor/Psychologist The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Scranton, PA The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children is seeking a School Counselor/Psychologist.  Advanced ASL skills preferred. Act 34, Act 151, FBI Clearances and PA Certification req.d. Excellent salary and benefits Visit our website at http://www.thescrantonschool.org to view the full position posting. Send resume to: WPSD Human Resources 300 E Swissvale Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15218 Fax 412-244-4211 mailto:hshirey@wpsd.org EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 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 12, 2012 and ending May 27, 2012. Application Process:   This position will remain open until filled, however the search committee will review complete applications on October 19, 2011.   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 174273.  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 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. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- posting Executive Director Foundation for Deaf Education Buffalo, NY The Foundation for Deaf Education seeks an enthusiastic, dynamic person to serve as an Executive Director.  This professional will need to promote and develop initiatives to assist deaf educational needs through fundraising and other means.  This is an established foundation requiring an individual that is able to explore new and exciting opportunities that will enable the Foundation to grow to the next level. LOCATION:          Buffalo, New York SALARY:          Based upon qualifications EMPLOYEE TYPE:       Full-Time REPORTS TO:          Foundation for Deaf Education Board of Directors QUALIFICATIONS:    Experience in fundraising and not-for-profit organizations. PREFERENCE:     Bachelor's Degree; experience working with the deaf community and willingness to learn sign language. -    Interested applicants should email cover letter, resume and references to:  mailto:barbarap@smsdk12.org or mail to Barb Pfeiffer, c/o St. Mary's School for the Deaf, 2253 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214 -    Review of application packets will begin on October 15, 2011. The Foundation for Deaf Education is an EOE -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- - EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS AT GLAD !! - *  Director of LIFESIGNS -  Los Angeles, CA *  Job Developer/Interpreter - Anaheim, CA *  Administrative Assistant (Front Desk) - Los Angeles, 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 -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- other deaf-related jobs http://deafdigest.com/other-deaf-jobs/ -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-