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Tumwater, WA
DEAF WOMAN KILLED WHEN HER CAR BREAKS DOWN ON I-5
The family of a deaf woman from Tumwater says she must have been terrified when her car broke down on Interstate 5 in Thurston County. Christine Sanders, 31, was able to get her car to the shoulder of the road, but minutes later, she was killed when a semi-truck hit her car from behind. Troopers say the driver of the semi wasn't speeding or impaired and is cooperating with the investigation. Sanders' husband and twin sister, who are both deaf as well, spoke to KING 5 with the help of an interpreter. "It's hard to know what to say," said her husband, Aaron Sanders. "I miss her." / KING5.com
HOW THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM FAILS THE DEAF COMMUNITY
Imagine a situation where you are accused of a crime -- perhaps a crime you did not commit, or maybe even a crime you were the victim of. The arresting officers use a different language; you're unable to communicate what happened before you get brought to jail. There is no way for you to contact your family or an attorney. Your legal rights are not accessible to you. From frightening and dangerous arrests, to lack of access to reentry services, our justice system fails deaf Americans every step of the way. / The Huffington Post
'A PRISON WITHIN A PRISON': ADVOCATING FOR THE RIGHTS OF DEAF INMATES
"We call it a prison within a prison." That's how advocates describe the lives of incarcerated deaf and hard-of-hearing people. The vast majority of correctional facilities have no ASL interpreters, and it's not unusual for inmates who rely on hearing aids to be denied the devices -- or denied batteries to make them work. Talila Lewis, founder of HEARD (Helping Educate to Advance the Rights of the Deaf), joins us this week to talk about the organization. / WFPL
JUDGE OK'S SETTLEMENT FOR SOCIAL SECURITY WORKERS
A federal administrative law judge in Baltimore has given preliminary approval to a $6.6 million settlement for more than 570 current and former Social Security Administration employees with disabilities. The deal would resolve a nearly decade-long dispute over promotions and accommodations. A final approval hearing is set for March. / The Associated Press
WOOD LEADS AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF THROUGH MAJOR TRANSFORMATION
As the American School for the Deaf sought to build a new facility to meet the changing needs of 21st century students, Chief Financial Officer Thomas Wood was there every step of the way, helping secure the financing and guiding the project to its on-time, under-budget completion. Wood, 62, oversaw the development of the new $21.7 million Gallaudet-Clerc Educational Center in West Hartford, the only building in the region specifically designed to meet the unique learning styles of deaf and hard of hearing students. / Hartford Business
Staunton, WV
ENROLLMENT DOWN AT VIRGINIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND
The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is celebrating 175 years - but the school's future could be in jeopardy. Built for 200 students, the school only has 100, and each year the numbers drop. "It's unfortunate because the state's made a huge capital investment there to bring it up to state-of-the-art status there really," said 20th District Delegate Dickie Bell (R). VSDB spent more than $70 million in renovations and new construction to modernize the school and meet the needs of the student body, which is starting to shift. / WVIR
NEW BOOKLET AVAILABLE ABOUT JACOBS HALL AT KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
A booklet featuring one of Danville's historic landmarks has been compiled and made available to the public. Jacobs Hall Museum on the Kentucky School for the Deaf campus was voted one of the "Best Kentucky Buildings" a year ago in a contest by the American Institute of Architects and Kentucky Educational Television. After the recognition, JoAnn Hamm, a volunteer at the museum, and others decided Jacobs Hall needed a booklet to include the history of the four-story brick building constructed between 1855 and 1857. / The Advocate Messenger
WHAT IS THAT GUY DOING, ANYWAY?
Can you tell language from non-language? Meaning from noise? Words from random movement or sound? This is a topic we've discussed before. Language has a look and feel, or so we think. But every once and a while something happens that makes us think again. The scandal of President Obama's sign language interpreter at Nelson Mandela's funeral was one such event. How could we (nonsigners) have been so blind to the obvious fraudulence of his movements? / NPR
Gloucestershire, England
DEAF ENTREPRENEURS GETTING HELPING HAND IN JOB MARKET
Deaf entrepreneurs are being given a helping hand to get their businesses recognized and to convince companies they are employable in a pioneering project. The Gloucestershire Deaf Association has launched Mutton Jeffrey, a project which looks to break the stigma employers often hold on employing or working with deaf people. They are attempting to do this by acting as a mediator between clients and deaf entrepreneurs. / Gloucester Citizen
Colchester, England
CHARITY AIMS TO HELP CHILDREN WHO ACT AS CARERS FOR THEIR DEAF PARENTS
Children with deaf parents can often bear a huge responsibility. This commitment is not always known or understood by society, in fact they are not recognized as young carers. But one fledgling charity is determined to tackle this. Julie Ratcliffe, who heads up children and families services for the Royal Association of Deaf people, has spent months researching this group, known as codas – children of deaf adults. / Maldon and Burnham Standard
DEAF WOMAN'S ANGER AT CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE SWITCH
A deaf woman has hit out at York Theatre Royal for moving the day of their captioned pantomime performance from a Saturday to a Friday. Ruth MacMullen, 28, regularly attends the show with her family but says she has been left "disappointed and confused" after the theatre made the switch, meaning none of her family are able to attend. / York Press
Manukau City, New Zealand
NEW COP UP TO SPEED WITH SIGNING
One of the country's newest police recruits has a unusual background - he grew up using sign language. Luke Ronaki is one of 76 new constables who have just graduated from the police college. The 22-year-old, who was brought up in Papakura, started work in the Counties Manukau police district this week. He was born to deaf parents and signing is his first language. / Stuff.co.nz
RED CROSS CENTER FOR THE DEAF CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY
The Red Cross Center for the Deaf held a gala banquet on Saturday, 1st November, to commemorate its 50th Anniversary under the theme "Progress, Challenges and Change". Established in 1964, the center was birthed out of a need to cater to the growing number of hearing impaired children in Bahamian society. Today, it is a joint effort of The Red Cross Society and the Department of Education. / Bahama Islands Info
Patiala, India
KIN OF DEAF TENNIS PLAYER SEEKS FINANCIAL AID FROM GOVERNMENT
As the state government disbursed cash prizes to Asian and Commonwealth Games medalists, the family of a deaf schoolgirl, who won silver medal in Open Deaf Youth Tennis Cup this year, also demanded financial help from Punjab government. Parul Gupta had bagged silver medal in Open Deaf Youth Tennis Cup in June. The family of Parul said that besides a meager financial help, which the Punjab government announced after her case was highlighted in the media in 2013, no financial assistance was ever offered to her by the government. / The Times of India
Thiruvananthapuram, India
TRAFFIC COPS GO DEAF, NO ONE HEARS THEIR PLAINTS
Even as the state government launched a drive against noise pollution with much hype, the woes of those who are vulnerable to noise pollution remain ignored - the traffic police personnel who spend hours amidst the loud horns. A study conducted by the National Institute of Speech and Hearing had warned that traffic policemen who are posted at the heavy traffic points are at high risk for having hearing loss, especially at high frequencies, and even suggested the use of ear protective devices. / Deccan Chronicle
MAN KIDNAPS 10-YEAR-OLD DISABLED BOY TO STEAL PHONE, ARRESTED
In order to steal a mobile phone, a 26-year-old allegedly kidnapped a 10-year-old hearing-impaired boy. According to the police, the boy, who was playing games on his mobile phone at his home, was kidnapped by the accused identified as Raju Meena on October 25. Meena was known to the boy's family and on that fateful day, he had told the boy's mother that he was taking him out to buy some toffees. / The Times of India
Owerri, Nigeria
DEAF PEOPLE THRILL, AMAZE AUDIENCE AT TALENT SHOW
People living with speech and hearing impediment are perhaps one of the most vulnerable group in the country because very little attention is paid to them unlike in the western societies where the governments give them special attention by ensuring that their welfare is well taken care of. But not in this clime, where most people, including members of their own families, see the deaf as necessary "evil". However, It was an eye-opener for most people who attended the first Deaf Talent Show tagged "Naija Deaf Got Talent," held on October 26. / The Sun
DEAF BEAUTY, 21, IN RACE FOR COVETED MISS TOURISM TITLE
As the curtains open for this year's edition of the Miss Tourism Kenya, Mombasa County, one contestant will be making history of sorts. Babelynn Mukila, a 21-year-old hearing impaired beauty, will on Saturday night battle it out with others for the coveted crown. Ms Mukila, who lost her hearing when she was four, "went through the rigorous auditions and satisfied the judges," said Brian Stevens, who was the chief judge and the models' trainer. / Standard Digital News
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REBECCA'S STORY: WOMAN WHO WILL SOON GO BLIND AND DEAF SHARES STORY OF LOSS, HOPE
Imagine being told you would go deaf and blind by the age of 30 -- that's exactly the diagnosis Rebecca Alexander got as a teenager. Alexander is now 35 and traveling the country, including the D.C. area, telling her story of loss, strength and hope. Alexander is on a mission to teach Starling's baby daughter, Ava, sign language as soon as possible. "It would be wonderful, as Ava grows up, for me to be able to teach her that language, so that we can communicate with each other," she said. / WJLA
LIVING IN SILENCE: RICHMOND'S CLUB FOR THE DEAF
For decades, the Richmond Club of the Deaf (RCD) has worked to help abate at least some of the adversity faced by Richmond's deaf community. For nearly a year now, David Sipple has lead the club as president. But now the RCD struggles to unite Richmond's deaf community, especially its younger constituents, while the club itself remains homeless. Sipple finds himself presiding over a club passionate about deaf culture, concerned about isolated kids, and uncertain about its own future. / RVANews
CASTRO VALLEY MAN STARTS SOCIAL GROUP FOR HEARING IMPAIRED
Something as basic as understanding what friends are saying at a crowded restaurant can prove difficult for Dr. Alan Ross, who has suffered hearing loss for decades. His disability led him to form a social group whose members will get together in quieter settings to listen to entertainment such as stand-up comedians and acoustic music. "People like myself are locked out of social situations," the Castro Valley resident said. "We want to create an alternative to noise-intensive settings." / Contra Costa Times
ST. JOHN'S PASTOR CHAPERONES TALKATIVE DEAF MUTES
When young Wilhelm Harter stepped off the train at the Grand Haven depot with three other children on the morning of July 17, 1891, their brief stay in the city captured the attention of the Grand Haven Tribune. The children were all deaf mutes. But being deaf and mute wasn't what sparked community curiosity. "There is one thing peculiar about them which is not found in other deaf mutes," the Tribune reported. "They are all students at an institution in Norris, where they are taught to emit sounds resembling words, quite plainly." / Grand Haven Tribune
DEAF PRIEST TO CONDUCT MASS IN BIDDEFORD
On Saturday, Nov. 22, at 4 p.m., the Rev. Shawn Carey, director of the Deaf Apostolate for the Archdiocese of Boston, will celebrate a signed mass at St. Joseph Church in Biddeford. Carey, who is deaf himself, will be joined by an interpreter who will voice the Mass for the hearing community in attendance. A reception will follow the Mass. / KeepMEcurrent.com
POWER OF PRAYER: NEW BEGINNINGS DEAF FELLOWSHIP
There's a small church here in East Texas that just celebrated its third birthday. The music is loud and the message is clear, but the worship is unlike anything you may have ever seen. Like so many great ministries, this one started with a need. "Well, I began asking different deaf people if they would like to have a bible study on Wednesday nights and they were saying, 'Yes they would love to' so we decided to go ahead," says Dirk Hill, Pastor of New Beginnings Deaf Fellowship. / KLTV
Learn how to make your local hospital more accessible for Deaf people. If you are Deaf or Hard of hearing, learn where to turn to advocate if your communication needs are not being met in the hospital setting.
Two different patient stories are told in the following video
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HealthBridges website offers information about social services, advocacy and behavioral health topics and resources available to persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of hearing.
NURSING, INTERPRETER STUDENTS HONE SKILLS IN SIMULATION WITH DEAF PATIENTS
Studies show that health care providers enhance patient outcomes in high-risk situations when they participate in plenty of patient simulation exercises to mimic real-world scenarios. But what about situations that simply tend to make a patient-care provider unsure how to interact, such as when a deaf patient presents with an illness that is not life threatening? Recently, students in the Department of Nursing joined students in the Interpreter Education Program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to practice exactly that type of scenario. / UALR
NECC STUDENTS TRAIN TO BE GUIDES FOR DEAF, BLIND
On a recent spring afternoon, students enrolled in Northern Essex Community College's Deaf Studies and American Sign Language classes who are training to be sighted guides, could be seen walking the hallways assisting individuals who are both deaf and blind. The Deaf-Blind Contact Center, housed at Deaf Inc., in Allston, offered to provide free training to any of Northern Essex's ASL students interested in becoming a trained sighted guide. / The Lowell Sun
TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS FOR DEAF PEOPLE
Technology has definitely changed a lot over the years. It's hard to believe the things I remembered as a child and what I'm seeing today. The deaf community once relied on the big and heavy teletypewriter, which is a special phone designed for deaf people. In fact, before I was even born, they were so huge that it was difficult to lug around. A lot has changed since then! / The Raw Food World News
NY DEAF THEATRE BRINGS DUALITY OF 'JEKYLL AND HYDE' TO STAGE
Instead of applauding, a sea of waving hands rose up from the audience to show their approval as the cast returned to the stage to bow at the end of "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," the newest production by the New York Deaf Theatre. The play, which opens Tuesday for a limited run at the June Havoc Theater in Manhattan, is performed by a cast of deaf and hearing actors who use American Sign Language (ASL) and speak the lines simultaneously. / Reuters
See Also N.Y. DEAF THEATRE'S ROBERT DEMAYO'S PREP PROCESS / Backstage
WATCH THIS DEAF MOM AND HER SON TOTALLY CRUSH THIS USHER CHOREOGRAPHY
There's no shortage of mind-boggling dance routines on Youtube, but perhaps the most awe-inspiring one of all is depicted in this video. It features Mark Villaver and his deaf mom breaking it down to Usher's "She Came to Give It to You." The clip began making waves on the Internet earlier this week, after Villaver uploaded it onto Youtube last month. / Complex
ARTS PROFESSOR BRINGS ACCLAIMED DEAF POETS TO CAMPUS WITH 'EYE MUSIC' FESTIVAL
Nationally renowned Deaf poets and performing artists are coming to UC Santa Cruz for Eye Music--a four-day festival created and performed in ASL. Running from November 12-15, the festival will feature poetry and stories by some of the country's most accomplished practitioners of ASL performance. The festival is curated by UC Santa Cruz Professor of Music Larry Polansky. / UCSC
BOOK REVIEW: THE MYSTERIOUS WORLD OF THE DEAF
At medical school I was taught by Dr. Nimmo, an elderly Edinburgh physician. If he realized that a patient was hard of hearing he'd take his stethoscope and ceremoniously place the earpieces into their ears. Taking the other end in his hands, he'd speak slowly and clearly into it as if into a microphone. The focus and amplification of the stethoscope meant that he didn't have to shout loudly, and the privacy of the patient on the open ward was preserved. For the most part his patients found the role reversal hilarious; occasionally the medical students did too. / The New York Review of Books
AUTHOR JENNIFER ROSNER'S 'MITTEN STRING' INSPIRED BY DEAF RELATIVE
Northampton author Jennifer Rosner's "The Mitten String," a picture book, was inspired by Rosner's own deaf ancestor. Rosner, who also wrote a memoir entitled "If a Tree Falls," said she puts a new spin on a true story from her family's past. "It takes a family story, that I delve into in more detail in my memoir, and presents it to children," said Rosner. / The Republican
DEAF REFEREE OVERCOMES HEARING OBSTACLES ON THE FIELD
The sound of a whistle is universal. It's tone and message are clear: Stop what you're doing. Dead ball. On this particular day the shrill noise pierces the air for everyone to hear, endzone to endzone. Everyone except the person blowing it. "I think I have a distinctive whistle," said Great Falls native Ron Bibler. "When my whistle blows, people know that it comes from Bibler." Bibler is deaf. But his disability hasn't stopped him from roaming the sidelines for 31 years as a high school football official. / KPAX
St. Clair, MI
YEAH, SHE'S FAST
When you see Molly Likins in the pool, you might notice something different with her. The St. Clair freshman blows by everybody in the 100-yard breaststroke. She's part of the team of Saints sharks that take first in just about every medley and 200 freestyle relay. She sticks out because the ninth grader is beating swimmers older than her so badly, it's no question how she made state meet cuts in all three events. Oh, and she's also deaf. / The Times Herald
Outreach Coordinator
POTHOS, Inc. has a full time position available for "Pennsylvania TRS Outreach Coordinator", for client, Hamilton Relay. Position responsible for coordinating and implementing outreach activities that promote Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) throughout the State of Pennsylvania. Travel required. Preferred experience and skills: excellent presentation skills; experience in public relations activities; direct work experience with Telecommunications Relay Service or Captioned Telephone Relay Service helpful. POTHOS, Inc. offers competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to POTHOS, Inc, via email to chiefbrink@pothos.us Contact Dori Brink at 619.546.0621 with questions.
We are looking for an experienced, talented, and driven individual to join the Convo team as our Director of Human Resources. Learn more about the position at: convorelay.com/jobs.html.
Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@convorelay.com, subject line HR Director.
Deadline: December 12, 2014.
Convo Communications is a Deaf-owned and FCC-certified company that provides 24/7 Video Relay Services (VRS).
Position: Executive Director
12 month administrative position
Overview of Responsibilities:
The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the school and, as such, is responsible for the management of the school, the administration of all Board approved policies and the conduct and quality of the district's educational programs and support systems.
The Executive Director will maintain a high professional profile (local, philanthropic, national) and be able to access programmatic opportunities and develop unique, collaborative vehicles with other public and private organizations and institutions. The Executive Director will be a strategic marketer and relationship-builder who maximizes connections and develops agendas with agencies, organizations, and individuals to increase opportunities for financial support and program development.
Required Master's Degree in Deaf Education, School Psychology or School Social Work; additional licensure in School Administration or willingness to obtain within 2 years; Command of American Sign Language and written English; 5+ years of school experience including experience as an educational leader; knowledge of/training in Bilingual Education; experience with organizational budgets
Salary and Benefits:
Commensurate with education and experience (range: $70,000-$90,000)
Application Procedure: Position Description and electronic application process available on-line at www.mdsmn.org; all applications will be screened; those meeting criteria will be contacted; interviews arranged.
Closing date: February 1, 2015
METRO DEAF SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Instructional/Support Faculty
College/Division
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
NTID Engineering Studies
Faculty Type (Tenure Status)
Faculty Discipline
Applied Mechanical Technology
Anticipated Start Date
Detailed Job Description
We are seeking an individual who will contribute to a community committed to student centeredness; scholarship; integrity and ethics; respect, diversity and pluralism; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values, honor code, and diversity commitment.
This faculty member will:
• Provide tutoring support for deaf and hard-of-hearing students enrolled in Engineering or Engineering Technology courses in the College of Applied Science and Technology and the College of Engineering.
• Provide direct instruction at the introductory level in our Applied Mechanical Technology associate degree program
• Develop curriculum for existing programs and/or potential new programs.
• Perform research and publish results in peer-reviewed journals in scholarship of teaching and learning, or engineering-related journals.
• Promote partnerships with industry and other academic settings.
• Work with the NTID Center of Employment to assist students in finding cooperative work experiences.
• Mentor and advise students.
• Fulfill other faculty expectations including those related to service necessary for tenure and promotion in rank
Required Minimum Qualifications
Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.
·Doctorate in Engineering or Engineering Technology with a strong background in mechanical, industrial or civil engineering. A candidate who holds a doctorate in a different field but who holds a master's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology will be considered. Candidates who are ABD will also be considered.*
• Demonstrated ability to perform research and to publish results in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to successfully cultivate professional contacts in Engineering and Engineering Technology for the purpose of establishing student cooperative work experiences.
• Evidence of being highly motivated with the ability to inspire students.
• Fluency in American Sign Language and Familiarity with Deaf culture.*
Candidates who are in the final stages of preparing and defending a dissertation will be considered.
Required Minimum Education Level
Required Application Documents
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Statement of Diversity Contribution
Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/535210
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Please submit: your curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and the following attachments:
-The names, addresses and phone numbers for three references
-Statement of Teaching Philosophy
-Statement of Diversity Contribution
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found.
RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.
RIT provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Lecturer - Computer Integrated Machining Technology
• Provide direct instruction in the first and second year machining and computer numerical control courses in our Associate degree program in Computer Integration Machining Technology.
• Provide tutoring support for deaf and hard-of-hearing students enrolled in the College of Applied and Science Technology.
• Fulfill other faculty expectations and departmental needs.
· Bachelors or higher degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with a strong background in mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering.
·Demonstrated robust background in machining.
· Ability to successfully cultivate professional contacts in the manufacturing sector for the purpose of establishing student cooperative work experiences.
·Evidence of being highly motivated with the ability to inspire students.
Fluency in American Sign Language.
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Assistant Director of Pre-College Outreach
Department/College Description
NOTE: This is a temporary position from October 1, 2014 through August 15, 2015
The Pre-College Outreach Office is responsible for the establishment and operation of educational activities designed to build up NTID's pipeline of prospective students. The focus of NTID's Pre-College Outreach is on middle and high school students. Long term strategic plans have identified priority target audiences for Pre-College efforts as the following: High Academic Potential, AALANA, Girls and STEM.
Bachelor degree in Education, Business, Communication, Human Service or related field required.
Experience in event planning and working with pre-college population strongly preferred.
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://apptrkr.com/520686.
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Nexus Inland NW – Spokane, WA Seeking Executive Director
Nexus is seeking a new Executive Director to replace a long time Executive Director who is retiring. Skills and knowledge valuable to the center's future success include: Leadership and Management, Communication, Budget and Finance and Personnel. A Master's degree preferred. Bachelors' or equivalent with 5 years' experience will be considered. Traveling is required. Salary will be based on experience and qualifications.
Please send a letter of interest with your resume and references to:
Executive Director Search Committee
1206 North Howard
www.pahrtners.com/careers
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NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PITTSBURGH AND GLENSIDE
PAHrtners Deaf Services is a dynamic team of behavioral health professionals serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and adults. Located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, PAHrtners provides residential and out-patient services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) children, adolescents and adults. Over 85% of our staff members are Deaf or Hard of Hearing!
As a result of our commitment to the Deaf/HoH community PAHrtners is rapidly growing and expanding. Whether you are a high school graduate, recent college graduate or professional with many years of experience in the field of human services, we have a career-building position waiting for you! E.O.E.
PAHrtners is looking for dedicated, motivated, energetic individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable in Deaf culture to fill the following positions:
Residential Counselors for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities – Full Time, Part Time, On Call; Glenside and Pittsburgh locations
Assistant Program Director for Residential Services for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs - Full Time; Glenside location
Case Managers for Residential Program for Deaf Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Behavioral Health needs - Full Time; Glenside location
Residential Counselors for Residential Treatment Facility for Adolescents- Full Time; Glenside location
Therapist/Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker- Full Time; Glenside location
Staff Interpreter- Full Time; Glenside location
Go to our Website at: www.PAHrtners.com to learn more about each position.
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Send your letter of intent and resume to:
Elizabeth Williams, Office Manager
PAHrtners Deaf Services, 614 N. Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038
Email: ewilliams@pahrtners.com
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FACULTY POSITION OPENING
Department: Deaf Studies
Effective Date of Appointment: August 19, 2015
(Subject to Budgetary Approval)
Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor
Salary: Dependent on Qualifications
Qualifications: Earned Doctorate in Deaf Studies, Linguistics, American Sign Language (ASL), or closely related field of study. ABD candidates will be considered but must complete the doctorate by the time of appointment (August 19, 2015). General knowledge of ASL and the Deaf Studies field, which may include but is not limited to ASL teaching, cultural studies, Deaf education, and interpreting. Possess strong and effective teaching methods in various aspects of ASL, Interpreting, and Deaf Studies or other related courses. Extensive knowledge of Deaf Culture and the Deaf community. Evidence of successful Deaf Studies-related teaching experience at the college level. Demonstrated evidence of recent scholarly publications or equivalencies and activities or evidence of potential for such scholarly accomplishments. Ability to interact effectively with both Deaf and hearing people. Evidence of positive relationships and collegiality with university students, staff, and colleagues. Evidence of participation in ASL/Deaf Studies and Deaf community organizations on local, state, and/or national levels. Commitment to Deaf bilingual/bicultural experience and its foundation in basic human rights. Native/native-like fluency in ASL. Basic understanding of curriculum development. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with a diverse student population.
CSUN is a Learning Centered University. The successful candidate will be expected to join faculty and staff in a commitment to active learning, to the assessment of learning outcomes, and to multiple pathways that enable students to graduate.
At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.
Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.
Responsibilities: Teach American Sign Language and Deaf Studies content courses. The standard teaching load is twelve (12) units per semester (plus committee assignments). A reduced load will be assigned during the first year of teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department (including curriculum and program development); engage in scholarship and community service and to remain current in their field; serve on departmental, college, and/or university committees, and to participate in other service as needed.
Application Process: Applicants should submit all of the following:
NOTE: Incomplete applications will be accepted but will not be reviewed/considered until all requested materials are received.
Cover letter that includes:
§ Statements of teaching and research interests
§ Summary of prior relevant experience
§ Statement or evidence of Deaf-centric philosophies
Current curriculum vitae that includes:
§ Educational background
§ Prior teaching experience
§ Evidence of scholarship and/or related professional experience
§ Evidence of any relevant certificates
One sample course syllabus from a course in a related field of study
One automated student evaluation. If none are available, provide a written statement confirming that automated evaluations are not available and provide some other evidence of teaching effectiveness/potential.
Photocopies of all earned degrees (BA, MA, Ph.D.)
Three (3) current letters of recommendation (not more than six months old). Letters must be printed on official university/institution letterhead and signed OR can be emailed from a professional email address (not yahoo, gmail, hotmail, etc.).
Names and complete contact information for at least three (3) professional references
Application Deadline: Screening of candidates will begin on November 21, 2014. Position to remain open until filled.
Inquiries and applications should be addressed to:
Flavia S. Fleischer, Chair
Department of Deaf Studies
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, California 91330-8265
flavia.fleischer@csun.edu