Communication Sciences & Disorders

     Education of the Deaf Job Postings

August 21, 2007

August 21, 2007

Alhambra Unified School District

August 06, 2007

August 01, 2007

At Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, “Our Kids Come First”

We are reopening the search for a new Director of Development to join our staff who shares this commitment and is willing to work with the goal of providing our students with the best education, residential and support services possible.  We are proud of the fact that at WPSD, we have 200 programs for 200 students – offering appropriate programs for students with a variety of backgrounds and needs.

WPSD is a dynamic organization constantly seeking new ideas and innovative programming.  Our facilities and educational technology are second to none.  The school has a history of self-analysis and accountability resulting in improved student achievement. 

If you know of anyone who shares our commitment to students and wants to make a career at a school committed to being the best, please pass on the enclosed position description.

Best Regards,

Donald E. Rhoten (Superintendent)

Requirements: 5 years of development experience, with a minimum of 3 years of management experience.  Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.  CFRE credential highly desirable.  A proven track record in fundraising, with particular emphasis in grant-writing and planned giving.  Experience working in an educational environment.  Experience with or knowledge of deafness and deaf education (preferred but not required).  Fluency in signed communication or a willingness to develop such.  Excellent writing and communications skills.  Computer literacy especially in database management and knowledge of fundraising software.  FBI clearance, PA Act 34 and 151 Child Abuse clearances required.

Salary: Dependent on education and experience, with full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement and participation in the PA State’s Teacher Retirement System.

Deadline for Applications: August 27, 2007.

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, PA 15218

412.244.4211 (FAX)

www.wpsd.org

July 13, 2007

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July 05, 2007

Alhambra Unified School District

Human Resources – 15 Wet Alhambra Road, Alhambra, CA 91801

Phone: (626) 308-2231     Fax: (626)308-1762

Position Description:

Given the necessary materials and equipment, teaches hearing impaired students communication skills (speech, lip reading, finger spelling, sign language) development of oral language, reading and written language, auditory training and use of residual hearing and acquisition of academic subjects of the regular curriculum modified for hearing impaired students, and performs other duties as needed.  Teaching assignment may be special day class or itinerant.

http://www.edjoin.org/viewPosting.aspx?postingID=207496&countyID=19

Responsibilities:

1. Provides instruction for the hearing impaired students in the areas of language, communication skills and knowledge appropriate to their age, maturity and ability.
2. Employs amplification aids to make use of student residual hearing in conjunction with the District audiologist.
3. Makes periodic checks of hearing aids and auditory trainers.  Reports conditions needing correction to the parents and/or audiologist.
4. Instructs pupils in development of communication skills on an individual basis.
5. Works closely with parents of hearing impaired students to help them continue the language learning process outside of school hours.
6. Works closely with the classroom teacher providing interpreting, tutoring and language therapy for those students who benefit from integration in the regular classroom.
7. Interprets at programs, lectures and school activities for hearing impaired students.
8. Counsels individual students on performance, behavior and progress.
9. Confers as needed with the program coordinator, teacher on special assignment, audiologist, speech therapist, psychologist, special education counselor, adaptive physical education specialist and school nurse on the progress of the child.
10. Administers both standardized and non-standardized individual and group achievement tests; prepares written assessment reports to be presented at Individual Education Plan meetings.
11. Prepares preliminary IEP for submission to parents for approval, additions and/or revisions at combined meeting of parents, administrator, audiologist, speech therapist, psychologist and school nurse.
12. Attends IEP team meetings.
13. Completes special education documentation and reports within required timelines.
14. Provides assistance in identifying and assessing those children with additional learning disabilities and/or behavior problems through diagnostic teaching. 
15. Development and adaptation of curriculum and materials suitable to the unique learning needs of the hearing impaired students.
16. Annually writes a detailed report on each student’s adjustment and progress.
17. Supervises students on educational field trips which may extend beyond the school day.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a sedentary position classification that performs light work that involves sitting a portion of the time, but requires walking and standing for extended periods.  This position requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, handling and working with materials and objects and providing oral information.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Eligibility:

1. Possession or eligible for a California Communications Handicapped or Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing credential;
2. Valid California driver’s license and vehicle

Desired Qualifications:

1. Experience with school-age population;
2. Possess effective communication skills and organizational ability;
3. Ability to promote positive action toward the realization of departmental objectives;
4. Bilingual/Bicultural Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish or Vietnamese candidates are encouraged to apply

Salary and Work Year:

• Placement of teacher’s salary schedule
• School year work calendar

Application Procedure:

• Complete application form and submit to the Human Resources Division or apply at www.edjoin.org
• Submit applications and placement file or professional references, resume, transcripts and a copy of appropriate credentials to:

Laura Tellez

Assistant Superintendent-Human Resources Division

15 West Alhambra Road

Alhambra, CA 91801

http://www.edjoin.org/viewPosting.aspx?postingID=207496&countyID=19

July 03, 2007

California School for the Deaf, Riverside

http://csdr-cde.ca.gov/employment/

June 26, 2007

South Dakota School for the Deaf

2001 East Eighth Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57103-1899, 605-367-5200v/tdd, 605-367-5209 fax.

Position Announcement: Auditory Oral Preschool Teacher for Cochlear Implanted Students (9-month, Full-time Faculty Unit Position to begin August 2007)

https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1182889628171

June 12, 2007

Montana School for Deaf and Blind Children

Position: Teacher of the Deaf / Hard-of-Hearing-Primary Level

http://www.msdb.mt.gov/OutreachHH.pdf

June 12, 2007

Montana School for Deaf and Blind Children

Position: Teacher of the Deaf / Hard-of-Hearing-Primary Level

http://www.msdb.mt.gov/teacherdeafPri.pdf

June 12, 2007

Montana School for Deaf and Blind Children

Position: Teacher of the Deaf / Hard-of-Hearing-Primary Level

http://www.msdb.mt.gov/teacherdeafPri.pdf

June 12, 2007