Saint Joseph’s University
Visiting Assistant Professor, Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Position Summary:
The Department of Special Education at Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, PA invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor with expertise in Deaf and Hard of Hearing education for the 2020-2021 academic year. Candidates should desire the opportunity to work with department colleagues to build a vibrant and sustainable program of study within the context of a Jesuit Institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts education.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate in Deaf Education will teach four courses each semester (8 courses total taught in fall and spring), including courses in the deaf education certification program as well as special education foundations and pedagogy and student teaching. Duties for this position include service to the department, demonstration of teaching effectiveness, and providing support and guidance to students. The successful candidate should anticipate working closely with school partners to build strong theory-practice connections.

Secondary Responsibilities:
• Ph.D or Ed.D in Special Education with emphasis in Deaf Education
• PA (or state equivalent) Certification in Special Education: Deaf Education
• Experience in developing PK-12 school-university partnerships

Minimum Requirements:
• Experience teaching teacher candidates at undergraduate and graduate levels
• Teacher certification in special education with at least three years PK-12 classroom teaching experience with students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Understanding of and experience with best practices in Deaf Education
• Experience with CEC and the CAEP accreditation process.

On-line applications only. Please provide a letter of application/interest and resume. For a complete description of position responsibilities, qualifications, and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.sju.edu/postings/17765.

Saint Joseph’s University is a private, Catholic, and Jesuit institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and make positive contributions to that mission. Saint Joseph’s is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce.

EOE M/F/D/V

Position description can be found at: https://jobs.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=202605

Summary:
The Mill Neck Family of Organizations is looking for an experienced HR Director. This is a leadership role in developing a culture that enables Mill Neck employees to perform in accordance to Mill Neck’s Mission and objectives. The HR Director will report directly to the CEO, manages on issues regarding implementation of policies and procedures, safety in the workplace, recruiting and hiring high-performing employees, compensation, benefits, labor relations, training, legislative and other human resources issues. Utilizes technology to enhance and measure the results of human resources programs. Evaluates effectiveness through compiling and analyzing data to improve organization’s efficiency and revenues.

Responsibilities/Tasks Include:
• Develops policy, directs, and coordinates human resource activities, such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, and employee serves by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
• Plan and conduct recruitment activities, advertisements and postings. Hold group and individual interviews in conjunction with department heads.
• Establish an orientation procedure for onboarding new hires and training them to meet the needs of the company.
• Communicate with employees about compensation, benefits, and other facets of their employment.
• Oversee the benefits program. Review current benefit offerings, and evaluate options for the addition/deletion of benefit programs. Remain current and knowledgeable on trends and innovations in benefit programs. Assure employees receive clear, accurate information on benefits offered, and have their questions responded to in a timely manner.
• Maintain current Personnel file for all employees, containing accurate and relevant data from date of hire to termination and beyond, in a manner consistent with employee agreements.
• Advance knowledge of technology in Human Resources and recommends ways to take advantage of new technology.
• Assist and make recommendations to the Executive Management Team in regards to negotiations with the Collective Bargaining Agreement Team.

Required Skills/Knowledge
• Must be fluent or proficient in American Sign Language.
• Masters degree in Human Resources with a minimum 3 years of experience preferred. Will accept Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related technical field with more than 5 years’ relevant experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in a HR leadership position. SHRM certification a plus
• High Emotional Intelligence, excellent communication, leadership and planning skills.

Work Environment:
• Busy, fluid, multiple sub-organizations/departments office and education campus environment. Flexibility to work longer hours as needed to meet the needs of the company. Must be willing to support the MNFO mission by representing employer during community events and conferences promoting Mill Neck Family of Organizations.

The Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf (MECDHH/GBSD) is seeking a highly motivated, experienced educator who possesses strong communication skills, proven leadership skills and organizational qualities to fill a full time, 260-day position of Director of Deaf Education Programming.
Primary Responsibilities
• Administer the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf Pre-K-12 site based mainstream and Deaf education programs within the four Portland Public Schools, Brewer Community School and on Mackworth Island
• Administer statewide itinerant, consultative, and social emotional programming
• Lead, guide, and direct three department coordinators to assist in the oversight and implementation of statewide programming
• Responsible for a system of supervision and evaluation for all Pre-k-12 staff
• Collaborate with statewide educators and community based program administrators
• Administer allocated funds in order to ensure proper use and control of department
Minimum Qualifications
• A Master’s degree in Deaf Education, or a related field, with coursework in school administration
• 10 years of experience in Deaf education to include classroom experience
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience
• Eligibility for State of Maine certification 292 Teacher of the Deaf
• Eligibility for State of Maine certification 030 Administrator of Special Education or willingness to obtain
• Such alternatives to the qualifications listed above as the Executive Director may find appropriate and acceptable
Other Duties
Please note: this posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf (MECDHH/GBSD) is seeking a highly motivated, experienced educator who possesses strong communication skills, proven leadership skills, and organizational qualities to fill a full time, 260-day position of Director of Early Intervention and Family Engagement.
Primary Responsibilities
• Administer Early Intervention Services for children who are Deaf or hard of hearing throughout the state of Maine
• Administer the federal Newborn Hearing Screening and Family Engagement HRSA Grant and programming
• Collaborate with the Maine Newborn Hearing Program to facilitate newborn hearing screening, diagnosis and entry into early intervention for children who are deaf or hard of hearing
• Lead, guide and direct statewide early intervention staff and contractors
• Responsible for a system of supervision and evaluation for all early intervention staff
• Collaborate with statewide early interventionists, physicians, audiologists, and community based program administrators
• Administer allocated funds in order to ensure proper use and control of department
Minimum Qualifications
• A Master’s degree in Deaf Education, or a related field, with coursework in administration
• 10 years of experience in Deaf education to include early intervention experience
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience
• State of Maine certification 292 Teacher of the Deaf
• State of Maine certification 030 Administrator of Special Education or willingness to obtain
• Experience writing and managing grants
• Such alternatives to the qualifications listed above as the Executive Director may find appropriate and acceptable

Other Duties
Please note: this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Iowa School for the Deaf: OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Send resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any copies of any credentials, etc to Human Resources; ISD/IESBVI; 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd.; Council Bluffs, IA 51503-7898. Or email: [email protected]. View general school information and job description on web page: www.iowaschoolforthedeaf.org

Primary Function: Under supervision from the Assistant Administrator, collaborates with stakeholders including AEAs, LEAs, parents and families to identify and implement programming and services that increase educational opportunities for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide statewide outreach to parents, school districts, administrators, and others regarding ISD’s mission and vision.

2. Provide opportunities and resources both online and face to face to children, parents, and families such as camps, social activities, sign classes for parents and families. Build and maintain connections with students, their parents and families.

3. Coordinate and facilitate opportunities for students who need evaluations and assessments ensuring communication between the school districts, AEAs and ISD. Arrange follow up for students who have been evaluated and assessed by ISD.

4. Collaborate with AEAs and school districts to provide increased opportunities for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

5. Represent ISD by serving on a variety of boards such as EHDI, LEAD-K, and PTSSA. Involvement with deaf mentoring program.

6. Ability to share knowledge and understanding of Deaf Culture, Deaf Inclusion and Deaf Identity to support students social-emotional and behavior development.

7. Collaborate with the Director of Communications and Director of Extended Learning.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in deaf education, deaf studies, human behavior or related field. Previous experience working with students with diverse backgrounds and learning differences; bilingual education; team teaching and team building preferred. Basic knowledge of and a willingness to learn editorial layout/design, photography and composition. Required to be fluent in sign language and attain a minimum of an advanced level of proficiency or above on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview. Demonstrates strong, positive interpersonal and communication skills. Skilled in multiple social media platforms.

Applicant must have satisfactory criminal history and abuse registry background checks before hire.

Salary and Benefits: Salary range: $57,000 – $87,000/yr. 12 month position. Full Benefits are available.

Position Details: Position will require travel throughout the State of Iowa, occasionally
overnight.

The Mill Neck Family of Organizations, located on a spacious beachside estate in Oyster Bay, Long Island, is looking for a certified Social Studies teacher responsible for instructing students on the emergence of global and American ideals and cultural heritage. The 2020-2021 school year will begin fully remote.

Responsibilities/Tasks Include:
Works collaboratively with administrative and instructional staff, and communicates effectively with parents, members of the community, and colleagues in other districts and schools.
Establish and promote high standards and expectations for students and staff for academic performance.
Teaches courses in social studies, history, geography, American government, political science, or humanities to secondary students, utilizing core curriculum and other appropriate learning activities approved by the State Education Dept.
Create instructional resources for use in classroom.
Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities.
Create positive educational climate for students to learn in.
Meet course and school-wide student performance goals.
Participate in ongoing training sessions.
Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year.
Maintain grade books. Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed.
Willing to support Mill Neck’s mission.

Required Skills/Knowledge
Intermediate/Proficient in American Sign Language.
Hold a New York State Education Certificate in Social Studies and Deaf Education/Special Education. (or ability to get certification)
MA degree in Deaf Education, Special Education, Social Studies
Previous experience working with deaf students.
Excellent communication skills.

Work Environment:
Prolong periods of standing, and sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of position: 12 months

Hours 8:00 A.M – 5:00 P.M.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the Benefits Coordinator performs complex benefits administrative and human resources work administering the state employee benefit programs including: group insurance, optional insurance, retirement, TexFlex, COBRA, and workers’ compensation; and administers family and medical leave, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
High School diploma or equivalent
Sixty semester hours (two years) from an accredited college or university; HR experience in benefits administration or support may substitute for education on a year for year basis
Experience working in a Human Resources to include working with the Family Medical Leave Act and the Americans With Disaibilities Act.
Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Peoplesoft, USPS, and performing data entry
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
Proficient signed communications skills
Two or more years of experience as a Benefits Coordinator for a Texas State Agency
Prior HR Specialist, staff development, time and leave accounting, and/or payroll experience
Experience administering Return to Work and Worker’s Compensation Programs
Experience providing or assisting in the administration of Summer Enrollment Campaign
Experience administering State of Texas ERS insurance programs
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Insurance
Performs new employee orientation activities related to insurance as necessary to ensure that all new employees are informed of the benefits for which they are eligible and assists them with the completion of enrollment forms
Enters insurance information and changes into PeopleSoft and USPS
Initiates and coordinates annual summer enrollment campaign and monitors the process
Audits USPS, PeopleSoft, and other insurance records for status changes
Notifies employees of required insurance payments for situations involving leave without pay, Family Medical Leave, and other types of leave and accepts payments in the HR office
Records insurance payments and sends appropriate documentation to payroll and ERS
Notifies Payroll Officer of insurance adjustments and summer insurance premium collection
Acts as liaison between employees and insurance companies as allowed
Sends emails of exceptions to Employees Retirement System
Completes discrepancy reports on a timely basis
Orders and maintains insurance enrollment materials
Performs activities related to employee separations from employment including employee counseling, exit interviews, documentation, preparation of appropriate forms, and referrals to ERS
Family Medical Leave Act
Coordinates activities associated with FMLA with HR, Payroll, TSD department supervisors and department timekeepers
Prepares notification/information letters and provides FMLA forms
Tracks the status of FMLA for each participant
Maintains appropriate documentation including confidential medical information
Provides information and assistance related to FMLA to employees
Trains supervisors regarding FMLA policies and procedures
Worker’s Compensation
Receives and reviews Worker’s Compensation forms for completeness of information, returns if necessary for further information or additional evidence, enters information online, and forwards documents to the State Office of Risk Management (SORM) according to state timelines
Submits updated information and wage information to SORM electronically
Attends Benefits Review Conferences
Interprets and explains Worker’s Compensation rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Maintains contacts with injured employees who are absent from work and keeps individual departments and HR informed on employee work status
Compiles statistical data on claims for Worker’s Compensation Reviews
Communicates to all appropriate parties the status of related workers compensation claims, FMLA claims, and Americans with Disabilities Act claims
Trains supervisors on Worker’s Compensation benefits and procedures
Return to Work
Counsels employees on policies related to Return to Work Program and provides the employee with appropriate forms
Reviews employee medical limitations and restrictions
Collaborates with supervisors to identify available alternate duty assignments
Communicates with payroll and supervisors (as appropriate) regarding assignments and the initiation of personnel action changes
Verifies employee leave balances
Reports employee status to supervisor
Initiates bona fide offers of employment in alternate duty positions
Communicates with employees during employee absences
Monitors length of employee assignment and their return to work status
Performs activities related to employee’s return to work or termination if employee is unable to return to work
Assists HR Director in assuring consideration and compliance with ADA issues and requests
Schedules and coordinates Business Necessity meetings
Disability

Counsels employees on issues related to disability insurance
Provides employees disability insurance claim information and forms and audits forms for completeness
Coordinates activities between disability company and school
Coordinates employee activities related to receiving disability payments
Time and Leave Accounting
Serves as backup to Time and Leave Specialist
Assists in data entry of leave and extra hours worked in USPS
Assists in completing retirement leave verifications forms
Assists in training supervisors and timekeepers in leave and FMLA
Assists in the administration of TSD’s sick leave pool

End of School Check Out

Coordinates employee activities related to end-of-school checkout
Sends assurance letters to staff who are employed less than 12 months and assists in the appropriate income deductions of insurance premiums or optional benefits

Special Reports

Records and archives all medical records according to State Library guidelines
Prepares special reports as needed including reports related to insurance, CMS data match, and medical support orders

Additional Performance Responsibilities

Maintains confidentiality
Effectively communicates through written and oral or ASL skills
Maintains organization including the effective use of work time and materials
Maintains thorough understanding of federal, state, and local Human Resources laws and policies
Performs New Employee Orientation to incoming TSD staff
Responds to requests for information in a timely matter regarding state benefits from staff or job applicants
Submits articles related to employee benefits for inclusion in HR Newsletter and HR Website as requested
Helps ensure the cleanliness and organization of the HR office including the Benefits office, conference room, copy room, supply room, file room, and other common areas
Assists in the department Fire/Safety plan as requested
Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISOR
Human Resources Director

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code:

Human Resources Specialist III – IV

For equivalent MOS code go to page 1 of http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_HumanResources.pdf

Essential Functions:
 Support and communicate with teachers in recommending appropriate ASL/English objectives, instructional techniques and materials.
 Provide direct ASL instruction and support in development of age‐appropriate ASL skills and knowledge (i.e. in classroom group instruction and 1:1 tutoring support); including designing and implementing lessons/activities that support student needs using best practice strategies.
 Create, maintain and coordinate administration on of ASL assessments for entering students, 3-year evaluations, annual evaluations and classroom progress monitoring.
 Promote ASL proficiency and appreciation of Deaf Culture awareness school‐wide through coordination of the ASL/Deaf Culture Events Committee, Statewide ASL Poetry Competition and other similar activities and events in conjunction with department supervisors.
 Work with the school librarian to expand and maintain digital and non-digital ASL and Deaf Studies resources for students and staff.
 Work collaboratively with Literacy Specialist.
 Work collaboratively with Family Liaison Coordinator.
 Keep abreast of current research and best practices in ASL teaching and learning.
 Provide ASL Linguistics training for staff.
 Coordinate and assist with family signacy and literacy events.
 Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
 Knowledge of the unique educational needs of deaf students.
 Knowledge of ASL Linguistics and Grammar.
 In‐depth knowledge and appreciation of Deaf culture and community.
 Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, school staff, parents, administrators and deaf students using ASL and English.
Qualifications:
 New York State Teaching Certification. (Certification information: “www.nysed.gov”)
 Master’s degree in American Sign Language Education, Deaf Education or related field.
 Fluency in American Sign Language and in written English.
 Experience providing instruction to students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
 Knowledge of child language development.
 Teamwork and leadership skills.
Characteristics
 Demonstrated commitment to the school vision and mission.
 Commitment to be flexible and open to updated and on-going research in the field of Deaf Education and data- based decision-making.
 Recognition of self as a learner, able to identify areas for growth and commitment to working in these areas.
Position Type: P/T 10-months, Benefit Eligible
Available:
2020 2021 school year
 Open until filled To Apply, Contact:
 [email protected] or 718-350-3027/3028
 (Please indicate “ASL SPECIALIST” in subject line)
EOE

Qualifications:
• New York State Certification-Deaf Education or Special Education
• Experience working with deaf students
• American Sign Language (ASL) proficiency
• Compassionate and Passionate; Results-driven and Goal oriented
• Excellent classroom management skills. Provide positive behavior intervention with support
• Effective interpersonal communication skills with colleagues, parents, and students
• Ability to incorporate reading and writing strategies in classroom instruction
• Knowledge of content areas in Common Core Standards and New York State standards for middle school level.
• Ability to incorporate hands-on and co-operative learning activities
• Masters degree

Responsibilities:
• Prepare lesson plans, IEP’s and establish evaluation techniques for assessment of progress
• Maintain accurate and timely records of student progress
• Able to work effectively with a wide range of students and be able to use differentiated instruction
• Ability to use technology effectively to support instruction including Google Drive, PowerSchool and Schoology
• Planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Provide positive behavior intervention with support
• Incorporates high standards of professional ethics: models the qualities of fairness, equity, integrity and honesty in professional dealings with others
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the community
• Comply with school policies and procedures and supports the mission of the school
• Comply with state mandated NYS Standards and modify the standards to meet the needs of all students