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FW: FW: Question for the Listserv - Young Blind Gymnast
by admin＠nbpcb.org 30 Jul '25

30 Jul '25

-----Original Message----- From: rolandallen(a)suddenlink.net <rolandallen(a)suddenlink.net> Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 8:10 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org Subject: RE: [NOMC] FW: Question for the Listserv - Young Blind Gymnast Hi. I would also recommend reaching out to NFB Sports and Rec Division. Thanks. -----Original Message----- From: NBPCB Office via NOMC <members(a)lists.nbpcb.org> Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 3:30 PM To: members(a)lists.nbpcb.org Subject: [NOMC] FW: Question for the Listserv - Young Blind Gymnast See below from Becky Keller. Morning all, This email was sent to one of our partners here in Virginia, Professor Andrew Gipe. He is a professor at Virginia Tech, School of Architecture. Over the past few years we have partnered with VT to put on a program called Blind Design for our blind and low-vision students. I was hoping to get you all to put your thinking caps on, or send us to someone you might know with non-visual vaulting experience (or maybe even sprinting for track). Thanks in advance for your ideas!! Becky Good evening, I am Ashley Tatum, I just finished my first year from Andrew Shaver's studio. I am also childhood friends with Leah Tillman. I coach gymnastics and one of the girls that I coach is blind. She is a competitive gymnast, and I coached her on vault and bars this past season. This season she will be moving up levels and will need to compete a significantly harder vault. I visited the exhibition that you had this past semester in the Moss Arts center and remember there being textured floor mats. Her difficulty in vault stems from her confidence both in her run and hurdle up to the springboard. I have a few ideas for a solution, one of which includes textures. I was wondering if you have any availability to discuss your findings while studying with the blind, or any suggestions that you may have. I live in the area and would be available to schedule a meeting if available. However, I realize it is summer, and your schedule may not allow for this, any help or thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Ashley Tatum Best Regards, Becky Keller, MA, NOMC, COMS Pre-Employment Transition Specialist - DBVI Student Team Certified Orientation and Mobility Instructor Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired 397 Azalea Ave, Richmond, VA 23227 becky.keller(a)dbvi.virginia.gov <mailto:becky.keller@dbvi.virginia.gov> Cell: (804) 845-0685 Fax: (804) 371-3174 Facebook <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVy aSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAxMDkuNjk0NTMyMzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJo dHRwczovL3d3dy5mYWNlYm9vay5jb20vVkRCVkk_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNl PWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.ArkRjdnZSJJhFvMyD7LGNpv1KU3f3JCQxdSY5ognS1s/s/1202550832 /br/151979645153-l> | LinkedIn <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVy aSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAxMDkuNjk0NTMyMzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJo dHRwczovL3d3dy5saW5rZWRpbi5jb20vY29tcGFueS92aXJnaW5pYS1kZXBhcnRtZW50LWZvci10 aGUtYmxpbmQtYW5kLXZpc2lvbi1pbXBhaXJlZC8_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNl PWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.PAdvudW8hHK9QLrkwXRXKdTnNYQqPGOaK9eW9bTx7CI/s/1202550832 /br/151979645153-l> | Website <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVy aSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAxMDkuNjk0NTMyMzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJo dHRwczovL3d3dy5kYnZpLnZpcmdpbmlhLmdvdi8_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNl PWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.p_5hU02Luwm2A9i5ZB6kXeVU9S8Fo3ekjAjSLVKSchM/s/1202550832 /br/151979645153-l> DBVI Main: (804) 371-3140 Toll free: (800) 622-2155 "Success is a journey not a destination. The doing is usually more important than the outcome." Arthur Ashe _______________________________________________ NOMC mailing list -- members(a)lists.nbpcb.org To unsubscribe send an email to members-leave(a)lists.nbpcb.org

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FW: Job Announcement PDRIB
by admin＠nbpcb.org 30 Jul '25

30 Jul '25

We have been asked to distribute this career opportunity. From: Kristen Sims <ksims(a)latech.edu> Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 10:17 AM To: NBPCB Admin <admin(a)nbpcb.org> Subject: Job Announcement PDRIB Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness (PDRIB) Louisiana Tech University - Ruston, Louisiana The Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness (PDRIB) at Louisiana Tech University is seeking a full-time Structured Discovery Outreach and Training Coordinator to join our nationally recognized team. This position combines key responsibilities from both outreach and training domains within the Structured Discovery model. About Us PDRIB operates within the College of Education and Human Sciences at Louisiana Tech University and fulfills two primary missions: 1. Preparing professionals to work in the field of blindness rehabilitation and education, using the Structured Discovery method. 2. Conducting research to deepen understanding of blindness and advance best practices that promote education, employment, and independence for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Though headquartered in Ruston, Louisiana, our training, outreach, and research activities reach across the nation. Major Responsibilities * Provide direct instruction in Structured Discovery Cane Travel (SDCT), braille, assistive technology, and daily living skills to youth and adults. * Train graduate students in the Structured Discovery model for Orientation and Mobility (O&M) and Rehabilitation Teaching for the Blind. * Develop and teach curriculum in both online and in-person formats for Louisiana Tech students and national audiences. * Plan, lead, and manage training events, academic courses, workshops, and professional development conferences. * Write professional materials including training curriculum, policy documents, research articles, grant proposals, and marketing content. * Maintain and support national recruitment efforts for PDRIB's programs. * Travel, both in-state and out-of-state, to deliver instruction and represent PDRIB. * Work some evenings and weekends as needed. * Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements * Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred) * Required Certifications (may be obtained within one year): * National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) * National Certification in Rehabilitation Teaching for the Blind (NCRTB) * National Certification in Unified English Braille (NCUEB) * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to model nonvisual skills in a variety of settings. * Self-motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively. * High attention to detail and strong critical thinking/problem-solving skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, internet platforms, and social media * Willingness to learn new technologies and processes Employment Details * Status: Full-time, in-person, year-to-year contract (renewed annually based on available funding) * Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications * Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, retirement, and paid leave * Advancement: Opportunities available for further education, certification, and leadership roles To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to: Kristen Sims Assistant Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Email: ksims(a)latech.edu <mailto:ksims@latech.edu> Equal Opportunity Statement Louisiana Tech University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability. Title IX Coordinator: Mortissa D. Harvey, Director of Title IX Compliance President's Office, Wyly Tower 1536. Louisiana Tech University P.O. Box 3168 Phone: 318.257.5911. Email: mharvey(a)latech.edu <mailto:mharvey@latech.edu> Kristen J. Sims, M.Ed NOMC NCUEB Assistant Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University College of Education and Human Services 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158, Ruston, LA 71272 318.257.4554 | 318.348.4637 LATech.edu <https://www.latech.edu/> <https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/176307ac1db341e38b53a0f780a0b8f0 @office.latech.edu?anonymous&ep=signature> <https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/176307ac1db341e38b53a0f780a0b8f0 @office.latech.edu?anonymous&ep=signature> Book time to meet with me

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FW: Question for the Listserv - Young Blind Gymnast
by admin＠nbpcb.org 29 Jul '25

29 Jul '25

See below from Becky Keller. Morning all, This email was sent to one of our partners here in Virginia, Professor Andrew Gipe. He is a professor at Virginia Tech, School of Architecture. Over the past few years we have partnered with VT to put on a program called Blind Design for our blind and low-vision students. I was hoping to get you all to put your thinking caps on, or send us to someone you might know with non-visual vaulting experience (or maybe even sprinting for track). Thanks in advance for your ideas!! Becky Good evening, I am Ashley Tatum, I just finished my first year from Andrew Shaver's studio. I am also childhood friends with Leah Tillman. I coach gymnastics and one of the girls that I coach is blind. She is a competitive gymnast, and I coached her on vault and bars this past season. This season she will be moving up levels and will need to compete a significantly harder vault. I visited the exhibition that you had this past semester in the Moss Arts center and remember there being textured floor mats. Her difficulty in vault stems from her confidence both in her run and hurdle up to the springboard. I have a few ideas for a solution, one of which includes textures. I was wondering if you have any availability to discuss your findings while studying with the blind, or any suggestions that you may have. I live in the area and would be available to schedule a meeting if available. However, I realize it is summer, and your schedule may not allow for this, any help or thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Ashley Tatum Best Regards, Becky Keller, MA, NOMC, COMS Pre-Employment Transition Specialist - DBVI Student Team Certified Orientation and Mobility Instructor Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired 397 Azalea Ave, Richmond, VA 23227 becky.keller(a)dbvi.virginia.gov <mailto:becky.keller@dbvi.virginia.gov> Cell: (804) 845-0685 Fax: (804) 371-3174 Facebook <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVy aSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAxMDkuNjk0NTMyMzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJo dHRwczovL3d3dy5mYWNlYm9vay5jb20vVkRCVkk_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNl PWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.ArkRjdnZSJJhFvMyD7LGNpv1KU3f3JCQxdSY5ognS1s/s/1202550832 /br/151979645153-l> | LinkedIn <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVy aSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAxMDkuNjk0NTMyMzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJo dHRwczovL3d3dy5saW5rZWRpbi5jb20vY29tcGFueS92aXJnaW5pYS1kZXBhcnRtZW50LWZvci10 aGUtYmxpbmQtYW5kLXZpc2lvbi1pbXBhaXJlZC8_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNl PWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.PAdvudW8hHK9QLrkwXRXKdTnNYQqPGOaK9eW9bTx7CI/s/1202550832 /br/151979645153-l> | Website <https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVy aSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAxMDkuNjk0NTMyMzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJo dHRwczovL3d3dy5kYnZpLnZpcmdpbmlhLmdvdi8_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNl PWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.p_5hU02Luwm2A9i5ZB6kXeVU9S8Fo3ekjAjSLVKSchM/s/1202550832 /br/151979645153-l> DBVI Main: (804) 371-3140 Toll free: (800) 622-2155 "Success is a journey not a destination. The doing is usually more important than the outcome." Arthur Ashe

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FW: Share Request for O&M Job Announcements
by admin＠nbpcb.org 23 Jul '25

23 Jul '25

OK, so here are even more career opportunities. These are in Texas. We can't just ask folks to accept our NOMC certification, we have to show up and fill those jobs! Best, Maria From: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov> Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:40 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org Subject: RE: Share Request for O&M Job Announcements Hello Maria, Can you please also share the attached additional O&M job posting for Region 1 area, for Lubbock, Amarillo, El Paso, Abilene, San Angelo and Wichita Falls with your certificants as well? Thank you, Pamela Kellom, MSOL Recruiter, Human Resources Department Texas Workforce Commission 512-627-3609 | pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> twc.texas.gov From: Kellom,Pamela Sent: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 3:28 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> Subject: RE: Share Request for O&M Job Announcements Awesome, thank you Maria! Pamela Kellom, MSOL Recruiter, Human Resources Department Texas Workforce Commission 512-627-3609 | pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> twc.texas.gov From: admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> <admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> > Sent: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 3:11 PM To: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> > Subject: RE: Share Request for O&M Job Announcements Hello, I have distributed this information. Best, Maria NBPCB Office PO Box 2373 Ruston LA 71273 318 299-7340 <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> admin(a)nbpcb.org <http://www.nbpcb.org/> www.nbpcb.org <https://www.nbpcb.org/pages/lookup.php> Click here to verify the status of NBPCB certified professionals From: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> > Sent: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 12:11 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> Subject: Share Request for O&M Job Announcements Hello Maria, I wanted to provide you with an additional job posting for an O&M position in San Antonio with the Texas Workforce Commission. I would greatly appreciate it if you could please share the San Antonio announcement along with the Austin and Corpus Christi ones again with your certificants. Thank you, Pamela Kellom, MSOL Recruiter, Human Resources Department Texas Workforce Commission 512-627-3609 | pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> twc.texas.gov From: admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> <admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> > Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 9:48 AM To: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> > Subject: RE: Inquiry CAUTION: Email not from TWC System. Use care when clicking links and opening attachments. Hello, If you send me the job announcements, I will be happy to post them on our closed listserve for our certificants. Best, Maria Morais NBPCB Office PO Box 2373 Ruston LA 71273 318 299-7340 <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> admin(a)nbpcb.org <http://www.nbpcb.org/> www.nbpcb.org <https://www.nbpcb.org/pages/lookup.php> Click here to verify the status of NBPCB certified professionals From: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> > Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2025 3:26 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> Subject: Inquiry Good afternoon, I am a recruiter with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). I currently have two openings for an Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Instructor in Austin, Texas, and Corpus Christi Texas and were looking for individuals who are certified in this field and who may be interested in applying. Is this something that the National Blindness Professional Certification Board may can help me with? Thank you, Pamela Kellom, MSOL Recruiter, Human Resources Department Texas Workforce Commission 512-627-3609 | pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> twc.texas.gov

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FW: Current Job Vacancies
by admin＠nbpcb.org 23 Jul '25

23 Jul '25

Here are some career opportunities you or your consumers might be interested in pursuing! From: Klenzmann, Darlene (DARS) <Darlene.Klenzmann(a)dars.virginia.gov> Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:44 AM Subject: Current Job Vacancies Here are our vacancies. Please share with your colleagues and/or students. Title Employment Type Location Closing date Agency Hiring Range <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/placement-counselor-ars00420-previous-ap plicants-need-not-reapply-fairfax-virginia-united-states-fairfax-county> Placement Counselor - #ARS00420 (Previous applicants need not reapply) * Full-Time (Salaried) * Fairfax * Fairfax County Jul 25 2025 - 17:00 EDT Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Starting Minimum $62,634 commensurate with experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vocational-rehabilitation-counselor-crc- sa-ars00100-charlottesville-virginia-united-states-alexandria> Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - CRC-SA - #ARS00100 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Charlottesville Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Minimum Starting Salary is $56,372 commensurate with experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/employment-services-specialist-senior-ar s00314-norton-virginia-united-states> Employment Services Specialist Senior - # ARS00314 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Norton Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Starting minimum $41,756 commensurate with experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/employment-services-specialist-senior-ar s01120-previous-applicants-need-not-reapply-fairfax-virginia-united-states-f airfax-county> Employment Services Specialist Senior - #ARS01120 (Previous applicants need not reapply) * Full-Time (Salaried) * Fairfax * Fairfax County Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Minimum $50,271 commensurate with experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/director-of-programs-ars00510-henrico-vi rginia-united-states> Director of Programs - #ARS00510 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Henrico Jul 24 2025 - 23:55 EDT Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Minimum Starting salary $107,000 up to mid $120,000s commensurate with experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/grounds-worker-wwrh0002-augusta-county-v irginia-united-states-420de445-ee6a-4c51-8de4-9c87195b62cc> Grounds Worker - #WWRH0002 * Wage (Hourly) * Augusta County Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Anticipated starting wage up to $20/hour <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/grants-and-cash-management-analyst-ars00 861-henrico-virginia-united-states-585413d6-2cb4-4c86-989d-3e8c411c1347> Grants and Cash Management Analyst - #ARS00861 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Henrico Jul 25 2025 - 23:55 EDT Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Starting minimum $75,000 up to low $100,000s <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vocational-rehabilitation-counselor-mixe d-caseload-ars00142-fredericksburg-virginia-united-states-dad253ea-d3ad-4955 -829b-9e0ec6940322> Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Mixed Caseload) - #ARS00142 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Fredericksburg Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Starting minimum $56,372 commensurate with experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vocational-counselor-substance-use-disor der-caseload-sa-ars00002-montgomery-county-virginia-united-states> Vocational Counselor/Substance Use Disorder Caseload (SA) - #ARS00002 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Floyd * Giles * Montgomery County Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Minimum Starting Salary is $56,372 commensurate with experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vocational-rehabilitation-counselor-stud ent-and-youth-ars00953-previous-applicants-need-not-reapply-culpeper-virgini a-united-states> Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Student and Youth) - #ARS00953 (Previous applicants need not reapply) * Full-Time (Salaried) * Culpeper Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Minimum $56,372 commensurate with experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vocational-rehabilitation-counselor-mixe d-caseload-ars00297-previous-applicants-need-not-reapply-south-boston-virgin ia-united-states> Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Mixed Caseload)- #ARS00297 (Previous applicants need not reapply) * Full-Time (Salaried) * South Boston Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs The minimum starting salary $56,372 commensurate with experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vocational-rehabilitation-counselor-adul t-serious-mental-illness-smi-ars00578-previous-applicants-need-not-reapply-f redericksburg-virginia-united-states-28be822a-cf72-42fb-b100-0338fa680314> Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/Adult -Serious Mental Illness (SMI) - #ARS00578 (Previous applicants need not reapply) * Full-Time (Salaried) * Fredericksburg Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Anticipated Starting Salary $56,372 commensurate with experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/recreation-therapist-wwrw0084-augusta-co unty-virginia-united-states-496b3f37-6da2-4ee5-8b9f-f595fe7ad17c> Recreation Therapist - #WWRW0084 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Augusta County Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Anticipated Starting Salary $50,107 <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/driving-instructor-wwrw0071-augusta-coun ty-virginia-united-states> Driving Instructor - #WWRW0071 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Augusta County Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Anticipated Starting Minimum Salary $48,000 comm w/experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vr-counselor-wwrw0467-augusta-county-vir ginia-united-states> VR Counselor - #WWRW0467 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Augusta County Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Anticipated salary: $54,730 Commensurate with the experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/board-certified-behavior-analyst-wwrw004 9-augusta-county-virginia-united-states> Board Certified Behavior Analyst - #WWRW0049 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Augusta County Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs Anticipated starting salary: low 70,000s up to low 80,000, commensurate with experience Title Employment Type Location Closing date Agency Hiring Range <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/rehabilitation-teacher-bvi00007-fairfax- virginia-united-states> Rehabilitation Teacher - #BVI00007 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Fairfax Aug 11 2025 - 23:55 EDT Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Anticipated starting salary $55,000 comm with experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/dbvi-facilities-manager-bvi00107-richmon d-virginia-united-states> DBVI Facilities Manager - #BVI00107 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Richmond Jul 25 2025 - 23:55 EDT Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Anticipated starting salary at $80,000 commensurate w/experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vib-receiver-driver-ft-belvoir-bviis175- fairfax-virginia-united-states-fairfax-county> VIB Receiver/Driver - Ft. Belvoir - #BVIIS175 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Fairfax * Fairfax County Jul 31 2025 - 23:55 EDT Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Post mid $40,000s up to mid $50,000s <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vib-contract-specialist-i-cms-chester-bv iis099-previous-applicants-need-not-reapply-chesterfield-virginia-united-sta tes> VIB Contract Specialist I-CMS /Chester - #BVIIS099 (Previous applicants need not reapply) * Full-Time (Salaried) * Chesterfield Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired $46,376 <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/vib-supply-store-associate-langley-bviis 068-hampton-virginia-united-states> VIB Supply Store Associate - Langley - #BVIIS068 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Hampton Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Mid $30,000s-up to low $40,000s comm w/ experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/security-officer-bvi00260-richmond-virgi nia-united-states-36ff9a50-fa66-4ee2-9b17-1c0b7f5d815a> Security Officer - #BVI00260 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Richmond Jul 25 2025 - 23:55 EDT Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Starting Salary $35,000 commensurate w/experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/interpreter-for-the-deaf-hard-of-hearing -bviwe046-wage-staunton-virginia-united-states> Interpreter for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing - #BVIWE046 (Wage) * Wage (Hourly) * Staunton Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Anticipated hourly rate starting at $24.30/hour commensurate with experience <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/rehabilitation-teacher-bvi00119-norfolk- virginia-united-states-5fb2d34f-48c5-4281-85ff-ee60769d357c> Rehabilitation Teacher-BVI00119 * Full-Time (Salaried) * Norfolk Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Anticipated Starting Salary $53,000, commensurate with experience. <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/orientation-mobility-specialist-rcb00034 -previous-applicants-need-not-reapply-henrico-virginia-united-states-richmon d-richmond-county> Orientation & Mobility Specialist - #RCB00034 (Previous applicants need not reapply) * Full-Time (Salaried) * Henrico * Richmond * Richmond County Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired Anticipated $59,000 - $80,000 plus commensurate with experience. Here are some helpful tips to remember when applying: 1. Review the position's Job Description. 2. Complete PageUp application accurately to reflect relevant work history as it relates to the position for which you are applying. 3. Contact HR, prior to the position closing, if you have any issues accessing PageUp or applying. 4. PageUp closes all positions at 11:55 pm on the Closing Date. 5. Screening is based upon information relevant to the position for which you are applying. HR determines candidates for interview by comparing the information disclosed in the application, resume, cover letter and transcripts to the screening criteria for the position. Be sure to like VDBVI on Facebook at <https://www.facebook.com/VDBVI> https://www.facebook.com/VDBVI and DARS on Facebook at <http://www.facebook.com/vadars> www.facebook.com/vadars . Visit us on the web at <https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov> https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov; at <https://www.dars.virginia.gov/#gsc.tab=0> https://www.dars.virginia.gov. Darlene Klenzmann Darlene Klenzmann, HR Talent Acquisition Partner Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitation Services Division of Human Resources 804-662-7003 - C / 804-662-7662 - F

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FW: Share Request for O&M Job Announcements
by admin＠nbpcb.org 09 Jul '25

09 Jul '25

Another career opportunity in Texas. From: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov> Sent: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 12:11 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org Subject: Share Request for O&M Job Announcements Hello Maria, I wanted to provide you with an additional job posting for an O&M position in San Antonio with the Texas Workforce Commission. I would greatly appreciate it if you could please share the San Antonio announcement along with the Austin and Corpus Christi ones again with your certificants. Thank you, Pamela Kellom, MSOL Recruiter, Human Resources Department Texas Workforce Commission 512-627-3609 | pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> twc.texas.gov From: admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> <admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> > Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 9:48 AM To: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> > Subject: RE: Inquiry CAUTION: Email not from TWC System. Use care when clicking links and opening attachments. Hello, If you send me the job announcements, I will be happy to post them on our closed listserve for our certificants. Best, Maria Morais NBPCB Office PO Box 2373 Ruston LA 71273 318 299-7340 <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> admin(a)nbpcb.org <http://www.nbpcb.org/> www.nbpcb.org <https://www.nbpcb.org/pages/lookup.php> Click here to verify the status of NBPCB certified professionals From: Kellom,Pamela <pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> > Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2025 3:26 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> Subject: Inquiry Good afternoon, I am a recruiter with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). I currently have two openings for an Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Instructor in Austin, Texas, and Corpus Christi Texas and were looking for individuals who are certified in this field and who may be interested in applying. Is this something that the National Blindness Professional Certification Board may can help me with? Thank you, Pamela Kellom, MSOL Recruiter, Human Resources Department Texas Workforce Commission 512-627-3609 | pamela.kellom(a)twc.texas.gov <mailto:pamela.kellom@twc.texas.gov> twc.texas.gov

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FW: please post, thanks: Timely TVI Openings! FW: Job Posting Alert for the State of Connecticut - Education Consultant 1 (BESB) -TVI | 250701-3185EA-001
by admin＠nbpcb.org 07 Jul '25

07 Jul '25

We have been asked to spread the word about these career opportunities. Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2025 9:24 AM Subject: Job Posting Alert for the State of Connecticut - Education Consultant 1 (BESB) -TVI | 250701-3185EA-001 Good afternoon, I’m excited to share a rewarding career opportunity with the State of Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS). We are currently hiring for an Education Consultant 1 - TVI within the Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB). This role is a meaningful opportunity for certified teachers of the visually impaired who are passionate about supporting the education and independence of students who are blind, visually impaired, or have multiple impairments. The BESB team is deeply mission-driven, working with children, families, and schools across the state to provide accessible instruction, resources, and advocacy. We are currently hiring for one position in North Haven and one position in Norwalk. These roles are full-time, hybrid positions with statewide travel, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM. We would greatly appreciate it if you could help spread the word by sharing this posting within your network or organization! 👉 View the full job posting here: Education Consultant 1 (BESB) – Job Opening <https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=250701&R2=3185EA&R3=001> If you have any questions or would like additional details, feel free to reach out. Thank you so much for your support in helping us connect with qualified candidates who want to make a difference. Best, Alyssa Alyssa Hovanec Human Resources Associate <https://portal.ct.gov/das> Administrative Services Phone: 860-952-2021 <mailto:alyssa.hovanec@ct.gov> alyssa.hovanec(a)ct.gov <https://www.linkedin.com/company/stateofconnecticut> <https://www.instagram.com/ctstatejobs/> <https://www.facebook.com/stateofctjobs/> <https://twitter.com/CTStateJobs> <https://www.youtube.com/@ctdas7075> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This electronic message may contain information that is confidential and/or legally privileged. It is intended only for the use of the individual(s) and entity named as recipients in the message. If you are not an intended recipient of the message, please notify the sender immediately and delete the material from any computer. Do not deliver, distribute, or copy this message, and do not disclose its contents or take action in reliance on the information it contains.

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Text of RESOLUTION 2025-02 Regarding Traffic Signs that Warn Drivers about Blind Pedestrians
by Justin Salisbury 06 Jul '25

06 Jul '25

Hi everyone, The text of resolutions have been posted. The resolution that I described to you all last week is now available. I hope that you will find it worthy of your support and will be able to help fellow Federationists understand its merits. My primary reason for writing it this way is so that, when local chapters work to try to get signs like these removed, our chapters will be able to point to this guidance in the MUTCD as additional evidence of why such signs should be removed. If we are ever fortunate enough to be consulted before such signs are installed, I would expect that the same logic could be applied. If you have any questions for me about it, please do let me know. You can email me on- or off-list, or you can reach me at my mobile phone: 808-797-8606. Here it is, with the link posted at the end: RESOLUTION 2025-02 Regarding Traffic Signs that Warn Drivers about Blind Pedestrians WHEREAS, with proper training, blind people can learn how to cross streets safely and independently; and WHEREAS, to avoid collisions, drivers must be aware of pedestrians, regardless of whether the pedestrians are blind or sighted; and WHEREAS, some cities and states have installed traffic signs to warn drivers of the presence of blind pedestrians, especially near vocational rehabilitation agencies, schools, and libraries for the blind; and, WHEREAS, such signs exist to alert drivers to the potential street crossings of wildlife or children, which have limited capacity to obey traffic laws; and WHEREAS, the messages sent by these signs about the ineptitude of blind pedestrians are inaccurate and contribute to the systemic marginalization of blind people; and WHEREAS, other types of signs that are inclusive to sighted pedestrians are equally useful in warning drivers about our presence, such as school zone signs near schools for the blind and children at play signs near homes of blind children; and WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration issues guidelines regarding the wording of traffic signs, including those related to pedestrians, in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD); and WHEREAS, city and state officials often consult the MUTCD when making decisions about traffic signs: Now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the National Federation of the Blind in Convention assembled this twelfth day of July, 2025, in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana, that this organization urge the Federal Highway Administration to include guidance in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices to discourage the use of traffic signs that specifically warn drivers of the potential presence of blind pedestrians because of how these signs perpetuate low expectations and inaccurate ideas about blindness and instead encourage the use of traffic signs that are inclusive to both blind and sighted pedestrians. https://nfb.org/resources/speeches-and-reports/resolutions/2025-resolutions… Aloha, Justin Justin MH Salisbury, MEd, NOMC, NCRTB English Pronouns: He/Him/His Email: President(a)Alumni.ECU.edu<mailto:President@Alumni.ECU.edu> ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Justin_Salisbury<https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Justin_Sa…> LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury<https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury&s…> ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1786-2786 “Until the lion learns how to write, every story will glorify the hunter.” Chinua Achebe

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Retirement
by Edward Bell 02 Jul '25

02 Jul '25

Dear Friends, I'm writing to share that, after twenty rewarding years, I will be stepping down as Director of the Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness in just a few weeks. While it's bittersweet to close this chapter, I'm excited to begin a new phase in my professional journey-one that will still be deeply rooted in advancing services and opportunities for blind individuals. I look forward to continuing collaborations with many of you in this important work. I'm pleased to announce that Kristen Sims will be assuming leadership of PDRIB. Please join me in congratulating her and offering your full support as she steps into this new role. Casey Robertson will continue her outstanding work in training professionals to educate blind children, and Kayla Deason is poised to play a key role in ensuring that Tech students receive top-quality training. After August 15, I can be reached at edwardbell(a)gemini-rt.com <mailto:edwardbell@gemini-rt.com> or 318-278-0705. Thank you all for the incredible opportunity to work alongside such a dedicated and passionate group of professionals over the past two decades. It has truly been an honor. Warm regards, Eddie Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness College of Education and Human Sciences Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell@latech.edu> ebell(a)latech.edu <http://www.pdrib.com/> www.pdrib.com ************* "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould

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Question about banking apps
by Jane Lansaw 02 Jul '25

02 Jul '25

Hi folks, here is an interesting question that may be sneaking up on Oklahoma, but the rest of you may have been dealing with it for a while. My agency gave a paper check to a client to have money to participate in an agency activity. Turns out the client does not have a bank account and is not associated with a brick and mortar bank at all. Client had to figure out how to get the Paper check deposited in her cash app account. She was eventually successful, but the first thing she did was reach out to her counselor and me to try to learn how to do this. Of course we had no idea. Does anybody out there have any recommendations where we could get some large scale staff training on how to train our clients to deposit Paperwork in virtual banking account? Yes I would love it if my agency would just send a smart card or something like that but that’s not my problem to solve so let’s not try to solve it here. That is way above my pay grade. If any of you know of organizations on a national scale that might be able to provide a training that will cover the largest number of payment apps possible such as cash app, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay and others, please point me in that direction so I can apprise my leadership and hope that they will take it seriously. Thanks, Jane Lansaw NOMC Sent from my iPhone

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