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Tuesday night's conference call
by debandjeff＠allophone.com 26 Oct '20

26 Oct '20

Hello Everyone, Just a reminder that we will be having another conference call this Tuesday evening, at 7:00 pm Central time. So far I have only one discussion topic, which is regarding how to work with non-verbal O&M students. Certainly other topics are welcome, and of course this is again a chance to talk shop in general, or to otherwise socialize. Also, I'm sure you have seen the e-mail from Dr. Bell regarding the up coming "Dare to be Remarkable" event for December 15th, 16th, and 17th, but if you haven't seen it, be sure to put it on your calendars, and register. I'm certain that this vertual event will be terrific. Jeff When: Tuesday, October 27; starts 7:00 p.m. CDT Join Zoom Meeting https://latech.zoom.us/j/94450141936 Meeting ID: 944 5014 1936 One tap mobile +19294362866,,94450141936# US (New York) +13017158592,,94450141936# US (Germantown) Dial by your location +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) Meeting ID: 944 5014 1936 Find your local number: https://latech.zoom.us/u/abJOOlXC7r

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Cane Travel Job Blind Inc
by ebell＠pdrib.com 22 Oct '20

22 Oct '20

Cane Travel Instructor Job Posting For 30 years, Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND, Inc.) has provided small group instruction in the alternative techniques of blindness. Our programs are based on a positive attitude toward blindness and a belief in the normality and competency of blind people. We know that with proper training and opportunity, blind people can live full, happy, and successful lives. We work hard to create an environment that promotes active learning and collegiality where adult students can empower themselves and exceed their expectations. We are one of three training centers rooted in the philosophy of the National Federation of the Blind, and are located just blocks south of downtown Minneapolis. Successful applicants will be skilled in teaching and versed in the skills of cane travel, sometimes referred to as orientation and mobility, and should believe in the capabilities of blind people. Successful applicants should be passionate about teaching, excited by new challenges, and interested in working as part of a small but energetic team. Instructors undergo staff training in order to ensure that they are fully competent to teach in their subject areas, understand the experiences of students in training, and build a solid foundation in the beliefs of blind people. Therefore, we are willing to work with sighted applicants who have a solid background in specific areas, and are willing to learn and practice nonvisual skills using a blindfold. Please read on to see what fields are preferred. Both staff and student instruction are performed non-visually, with students who have any degree of remaining sight wearing blindfolds (sleepshades). Duties and Responsibilities: list of 7 items 1. Provide individualized instruction in nonvisual alternative techniques to blind adults in all areas of cane travel using the Structured Discovery approach, including but not limited to: list of 6 items nesting level 1 . Basic cane travel techniques indoors and outdoors, . Analyzing and crossing streets, . Mental mapping and route planning, . Use of GPS and Smartphone applications, . Use of other mobility devices such as support canes and wheelchairs and . Travel in all weather conditions, list end nesting level 1 2. Develop individualized lesson plans while working within the curriculum, and update it as needed. 3. Maintain daily attendance records and write comprehensive monthly reports on each student describing progress made and goals for the next month. 4. Participate and assist in all center confidence building activities, including white water rafting, dogsledding, camping and other challenge recreation activities. Some activities are off-site and require overnight travel. 5. Promote the organization's progressive philosophy of blindness and positive attitudes to students, co-workers and others, and provide support and guidance to students throughout their program. 6. Serve as a representative at community events as assigned by management. 7. Other duties as assigned. list end Requirements: list of 6 items . Advanced skills in the area of cane travel using the Structured Discovery model, . Willingness to undergo and successfully complete a period of paid staff blindfold training in order to learn or further develop alternative skills of blindness, . Ability to plan, organize and develop lessons, . Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work as part of a team, . Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suites and, . Ability to work with a variety of students, including those with multiple disabilities, ethnic background, or negative attitude. list end Preferred Qualifications: list of 3 items . National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) holder, or within 3 months of sitting for certification, . Experience working with the blind in an instructional setting using the structured discovery teaching model, or . College degree - Preference to candidates with field of study in a field of blindness. list end Position Benefits: list of 6 items . Medical benefits, . Employer-contributed 403B retirement program, . Greater Minneapolis monthly transit pass, . paid attendance (including transportation, lodging and stipend) at National Federation of the Blind, state and/or national conventions, . Paid holiday leave totaling 19 days annually on average . Accrued additional paid leave based on hours worked. list end Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references, to Jennifer Kennedy, Executive Director, at jkennedy at blindinc.org <mailto:jkennedy at blindinc.org> . We are looking to interview candidates before the end of 2020. Please be sure to include all materials as incomplete applications will not be considered. Contact Jennifer Kennedy via email at jkennedy at blindinc.org <mailto:jkennedy at blindinc.org> , or at 612-872-0100 with any questions regarding this position. article end main region end Search Site Search Subscribe to Site via Email Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Join 1,773 other subscribers Email Address Subscribe BLIND Inc. RSS Feeds RSS Feed RSS - Posts RSS Feed RSS - Comments Like BLIND Inc. on Facebook BLIND, Inc.'s photo. p50x50/1980401_680287808679414_115123045_o BLIND, Inc. 1.5K likes Like Page Be the first of your friends to like this feed posts/4599044723470350 BLIND, Inc. 33 minutes ago BLIND, Incorporated is looking for a qualified individual to fill the position of CaneTravel Instructor. For more information, visit https://www.blindinc.org/ <https://www.blindinc.org/./cane-travel-instructor-job-post./> ./cane-travel-instructor-job-post./ Cane Travel Instructor Job Posting - BLIND, Inc. BLINDINC.ORG Cane Travel Instructor Job Posting - BLIND, Inc. For 30 years, Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND, Inc.) has provided small group instruction in the alternative techniques of blindness. Our programs are based on a positive attitude toward blindness and a belief in the normality and competency of blind people. We know that with proper tra... Cane Travel Instructor Job Posting - BLIND, Inc. 1 Comment 3 posts/4598910750150414 BLIND, Inc. about an hour ago We wish to congratulate Roseann. She just hosted her small meal. Her lucky guests enjoyed caesar salad, meat and vegetable lasagna, gingerbread with hot chocolate and lemonade as the main beverages. She rang that bell loud and proud. Congratulations on a job well done. Everything was absolutely delicious. 11 2 Share posts/4597779646930191 BLIND, Inc. 6 hours ago Hello everyone, Come and visit the BLIND, Incorporated team as they will be presenting at several NFB State affiliates this weekend. For more details and to obtain the Zoom links please contact the state affiliate directly at the links provided below.... See More National Federation of the Blind of Alaska - Live the Life You Want! ALASKANFB.ORG National Federation of the Blind of Alaska - Live the Life You Want! 2020 Alaska State Convention Register for 2020 NFB Alaska State Convention, October 23 and 24 Renew Annual MembershipOnly $5 Won't you join us? "I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; t... National Federation of the Blind of Alaska - Live the Life You Want! 1 Comment 2 posts/4591843314190491 BLIND, Inc. on Tuesday s168x128/120930576_370959720760257_6282584587535461884_n Play Change Position 0% -2:14 Unmute Additional Visual Settings Open in a new tab Play video 793 Views National Federation of the Blind Nonprofit Organization14,193 Likes Video, October 19, 2020, Duration: 2 minutes, 15 seconds Why is self-confidence important as a blind person? For Meet the Blind Month instructors from our training centers, BLIND, Inc., Colorado Center for the Blind, and Louisiana Center for the Blind discuss their experiences. Learn more and watch the full video: https://youtu.be/95Ni2x3qY5g 4 Comment 2 posts/4589565054418317 BLIND, Inc. on Tuesday The staff and students of BLIND, Incorporated had the opportunity of going apple picking last week. We brought back apples with which we will make all kinds of good desserts and treats. Not only do we benefit from the great food we will get to eat, but this is also a learning experience for our students as this event was shaded. The three photos are of Josh Jordan Katie on giant rocking chair... See More Image may contain: one or more people, people sitting, sky, tree, outdoor and nature Image may contain: one or more people, hat and outdoor Image may contain: one or more people, tree and outdoor 30 2 2 feed end Follow BLIND Inc. on Twitter My Tweets BLIND, Inc. C 2015 Frontier Theme Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness 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 at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu 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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Ceramic Cane Tips
by PRESIDENT＠alumni.ecu.edu 20 Oct '20

20 Oct '20

Hi everyone, I remember seeing, at a convention a few years ago, some ceramic versions of the metal cane tips that we so often use. They might have been made by Chris Park, but I'm not sure. I haven't seen them since then, but I'd like to be somewhat knowledgeable about them. Does anyone here know why we haven't adopted those tips? Are they too heavy? Do they scratch floors? Do they crack? Stay well, Justin Justin Mark Hideaki Salisbury he/him/his Phone: 808.797.8606 Email: President at Alumni.ECU.edu<mailto:President at Alumni.ECU.edu> LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Justin_Salisbury "Once social change begins, it cannot be reversed. You cannot un-educate the person who has learned to read. You cannot humiliate the person who feels pride. You cannot oppress the people who are not afraid anymore." Cesar Chavez

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FW: Cane Travel Instructor Position at BLIND, Inc.
by ebell＠pdrib.com 20 Oct '20

20 Oct '20

Subject: Cane Travel Instructor Position at BLIND, Inc. Good morning, As our prior instructor has now moved into the position of Residential Coordinator, We are actively recruiting for another Cane Travel instructor here in Minneapolis. Would you please pass this along to our listservs and to anyone else who may be job hunting? Thanks for your help! Jen Jennifer M. Kennedy, MA, NOMCT, Executive Director Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions, (BLIND) Inc. 100 East 22nd Street Minneapolis, MN 55404 (612) 872-0100 <mailto:jkennedy at blindinc.org> jkennedy at blindinc.org

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FW: Vacancy Notice - Rehabilitation Counselor II
by jeff.altman＠nebraska.gov 20 Oct '20

20 Oct '20

From: Walsh, Kayleen <Kayleen.Walsh at nebraska.gov> Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 8:41 AM To: NCBVI Everyone <NCBVI.Everyone at nebraska.gov> Subject: Vacancy Notice - Rehabilitation Counselor II Hello, The following position is being posted and available for application: Rehabilitation Counselor II Closes - 10/29/2020 For more information, click HERE<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gover…> *if the link doesn't work, copy the link into a different web browser It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess, including your current position. Information contained in a resume will not be considered in lieu of the formal application. AS Personnel will reject your application if it is not complete or if you do not provide the required materials. Please read the job posting and the requirements carefully before you submit your application. Once you submit your application for a job, you cannot modify it for that job, nor re-apply for that job, unless the job is posted again. When you have successfully applied for a job, you will receive an instant confirmation via e-mail. Thank you, Kayleen Walsh, C.L.S.S.Y.B. HR Generalist | Human Resources Nebraska Department of Administrative Services 1526 K Street, Suite 150 I Lincoln, NE 68508 OFFICE 402-405-1311 | FAX 402-742-8361 kayleen.walsh at nebraska.gov<mailto:kayleen.walsh at nebraska.gov> Treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically, and creating a culture where the customer is always the priority.

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Call for Presentors: Dare to Be Remarkable
by ebell＠pdrib.com 20 Oct '20

20 Oct '20

DARE TO BE REMARKABLE: Pathways Towards Structured Discovery - Call for Presentations DARE TO BE REMARKABLE is a three-day national training conference for education and rehabilitation professionals who work with blind transition-aged students or adults. Date & Location This conference will be hosted live via the Zoom conference platform through the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute When: Tuesday, December 15 - Thursday, December 17 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time Call for Presentations We invite you to submit a proposal to present at this conference during one of the concurrent breakout sessions scheduled on the afternoon of December 15, 16, and 17. Abstracts should be submitted on one of the following conference themes or another closely related track: . Structured Discovery methods and principles across the lifespan. . Agency-wide philosophy and culture on blindness. . Educational technologies, policies, and practices for teachers of blind students. . Rehabilitation methods, principles, and policies that effect instructors and administrators. . Teaching Structured Discovery methods and techniques in core subject areas (Cane Travel, Braille, etc.). . Successful transition from education to rehabilitation. . Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) strategies and programs. Proposals should include: . Title of Presentation . Name and contact information for lead presenter . Name and contact information of additional presenters (If any). . Indicate whether you are willing to repeat the presentation. . AV requirements (note: you may be required to provide your own equipment) . Abstract that includes a description of the workshop and what participants will learn. Proposals should not exceed 200 words in length. Submitting Proposals Questions about presentations can be directed to Edward Bell, ebell at latech.edu <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> , or 318-257-4554. . Deadline for proposals is November 15, 2020. . Selected presenters will be notified by December 1, 2020, and all Presenters are expected to register for the conference. . All completed proposals should be email to ebell at latech.edu <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> . Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness 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 at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu 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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Dare to be Remarkable 2020: Call for Presenters
by ebell＠pdrib.com 19 Oct '20

19 Oct '20

Save the Date National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute DARE TO BE REMARKABLE: Pathways toward Structured Discovery A three-day national training conference for education and rehabilitation professionals who work with blind transition-age students and adults When: Tuesday, December 15 - Thursday, December 17 Time: 11:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time Where: Live via Zoom * Please see the attached call for presenters This conference is for all rehabilitation and education professionals who work with the population of transition-age youth and adults who are blind or low vision. Specific tracks will also be offered for adult VR consumers who are currently participating in rehabilitation training programs. This conference will include: * Keynote presentations each day by leaders in the rehabilitation and education fields. * Workgroups on Structured Discovery Training methods and principles. * Professional think tank work group sessions for VR instructors and administrators * Consumer panels on what works * Seminar style discussion groups for consumers who are receiving residential rehabilitation services. Registration will be $50 for professionals and free for VR consumers. Registration will be coming soon. For more information, contact the conference organizers: Edward Bell, Ph.D. Louisiana Tech University 318-257-4554, or ebell at latech.edu <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> Anil Lewis, M.Pa. National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute 410-659-9314 alewis at nfb.org <mailto:alewis at nfb.org> Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness 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 at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu 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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O&M Instructors's Conference Call
by jeff.altman＠nebraska.gov 14 Oct '20

14 Oct '20

Hello Everyone, During our previous O&M Conference call, it was decided that we would have another one this month. With the various things I've had going on this month, and with the holidays coming up quickly, I would like us to schedule the call for October 27th, at 7:00 pm. I hope that all of you will be able to attend, and please send your discussion subjects to me, so I can add them onto the agenda. Dr. Bell, if you could please schedule a Zoom call for this date and time, it would be very much appreciated. Thank you, Jeff

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Cane Travel position available at BISM
by djackson＠BISM.org 06 Oct '20

06 Oct '20

Hello all, Blind Industries and Services of Maryland has an opening for a cane travel instructor. Please see the announcement pasted below if interested. Regards, Dezman BLIND INDUSTRIES AND SERVICES OF MARYLAND POSITION POSTING O&M Instructor If interested please contact Andy McIver at amciver at bism.org<mailto:amciver at bism.org> or call 410-737-2648. Date Posted: 10/05/20 Requested start date: ASAP Position Title: Orientation and Mobility Instructor Structured Discovery Department: Rehabilitation - Baltimore Hiring Manager: Andy McIver Salary: negotiable Number: 1 Position Available Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday* *Evening and weekends as needed Essential Position Functions: 1. Provide Orientation and Mobility to school aged children in the Public Schools of Maryland. 2. Provide Orientation and Mobility in the homes and communities of Maryland residents. 3. Applicant should have sound knowledge of structured discovery philosophy. 4. Current N.O.M.C cerification 5. Provides day-to-day training and education of others; works in a creative environment which requires invention, imagination, originality and talent. 6. Participates in planning, implementation and evaluation of objectives and goals. 7. Principal mentor and coach to others. 6. Externally promotes the organization and participates in public or private functions as a representative of the company. 7. Prepare reports and evaluations. 8. Work closely with Adult, Youth and Senior training programs as needed. 9. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: 1. Requires education or learning beyond high school which was acquired by a prolonged course of specialized instruction. NOMC Certification or COMS certification required or in process. 2. Must be able to read and interpret industry-specific journals, financial reports and legal documents. 3. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 4. Position will require day travel within the State of Maryland for home visits. Driver and/or car are provided. 5. Must be proficient in alternative skills of blindness. E.E.O. M/F/D/V www.bism.org

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FW: Posting of research opportunity
by ebell＠pdrib.com 05 Oct '20

05 Oct '20

FYI, see below. I am not affiliated with this research, but it seems to have NFB endorsement. From: Dubnow, Stacie <SDubnow at nfb.org> Sent: Monday, October 05, 2020 8:18 AM To: ebell at latech.edu Subject: Posting of research opportunity Good morning, Eddie, I am not familiar with the NFB Orientation and Mobility Group. Is the following research opportunity something that would be appropriate for you to post to this group? If so, would you mind please posting it for me? Thanks for your help. Best, Stacie Dear NFB community members, Our research team, led by Professor Niklas Elmqvist at University of Maryland, College Park, aims to improve information accessibility for blind individuals through design and evaluation of interactive systems that represent data in the form of sound. We are designing an interactive tool to support data analysis using sound. We are interested in insights from Orientation and Mobility (O&M) training that we may effectively use in our design process. We are recruiting blind professional Orientation and Mobility experts as participants in this research. You also need to be 18 years of age or older. We are interested in your instructional background, specifically your training of blind individuals, how blind individuals rely on sound for creating mental maps of the environment, and how blind individuals use auditory interfaces in activities of daily living. The interview will in total take approximately 60 minutes. The entire interview will be audio recorded. No personal data will be collected (other than for tax purposes) and all data will be anonymized. Participants will be paid a $100 Amazon Gift Card for their time and efforts. Interview sessions will be conducted over the phone, or online using a video conferencing tool of your choice (e.g., Skype, Zoom, or Google Hangouts). To sign up, please send an email to Pramod Chundury (pchundur at umd.edu <mailto:pchundur at umd.edu> ) with your preferred appointment date and time. After receiving your email, we will reply to confirm your appointment, and provide details about the study. Best regards, Dr. Niklas Elmqvist ( <mailto:elm at umd.edu> elm at umd.edu) and Dr. Jonathan Lazar ( <mailto:jlazar at umd.edu> jlazar at umd.edu) Stacie Dubnow, J.D. Project Manager 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 410-659-9314, extension 2442 | sdubnow at nfb.org <mailto:sdubnow at nfb.org> <https://nfb.org/> <http://www.facebook.com/nationalfederationoftheblind> <https://twitter.com/NFB_Voice> <https://www.youtube.com/NationsBlind> The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation?s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

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