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Jaws webinars
by conchita.hernandez＠maryland.gov 06 Sep '19

06 Sep '19

Hello all, I wanted to update you on upcoming webinars on JAWS in both English and Spanish. Flyers are attached as well. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Webinar Live JAWS Training When: September 16, 2019 Live Time: 1:00 pm EST Learn all about the basics of JAWS, how to teach JAWS to your students and get all of your questions answered. This session will NOT be recorded, so join live to get in on it. Register at this link for English JAWS training: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/102780c9f37bdcfbcde7dc3c8da9331e Webinar Live JAWS Training in Spanish When: September 23 Time: 1:00 pm EST Great for parents and ESL students. Learn all about the basics of JAWS, how to teach JAWS to your students and get all of your questions answered. This session will NOT be recorded, so join live to get in on it. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/537dabcfcf78b14e7c24e00bf0acd2b8 Please remember: ? If anyone needs help with registration please feel free to reach out to me as for some reason the captcha works with screen readers sometimes. ? Check out all future webinars and events in Maryland on the TVI Portal: TVI portal: https://sites.google.com/view/tviportalmaryland/calendar ? Feel free to subscribe to our YouTube channel for recorded webinars: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCaTTXax5a1I42lz9CTQj7Q -- Conchita Hernandez Statewide Low Incidence Specialist (Blind and Low Vision) Maryland State Department of Education Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21201-2595 410-767-0812 office 410-333-8165 fax conchita.hernandez at maryland.gov Click here <http://www.doit.state.md.us/selectsurvey/TakeSurvey.aspx?agencycode=MSDE&Su…> to complete a three question customer experience survey.

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Regional Manager position in VA
by amycphelps＠gmail.com 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

We are needing one of our guys to apply. Great opportunity! Job Title: Regional Manager Location: Norfolk - 710 Position #: 00321 Closing Date: 09/05/2019 Quicklink: https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/110230 Amy

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FW: CA Combined- Specialized Services (Blind/VI & Deaf/HH) Division Deputy Director Announcement
by jeff.altman＠nebraska.gov 26 Aug '19

26 Aug '19

From: Servan, Carlos <carlos.servan at nebraska.gov> Sent: Monday, August 26, 2019 8:00 AM To: NCBVI commission-board <ncbvi.commission-board at nebraska.gov>; NCBVI Everyone <NCBVI.Everyone at nebraska.gov> Subject: FW: CA Combined- Specialized Services (Blind/VI & Deaf/HH) Division Deputy Director Announcement Staff and Commissioners, FYI and to share with whom you think is appropriate. Carlos R. Serv?n, J.D. NCBVI Executive Director From: ncsab_members at ncsab.org<mailto:ncsab_members at ncsab.org> <ncsab_members at ncsab.org<mailto:ncsab_members at ncsab.org>> On Behalf Of Pankow, Carol (DEED) Sent: Monday, August 26, 2019 6:05 AM To: ncsab_members at ncsab.org<mailto:ncsab_members at ncsab.org> Subject: [NCSAB Members] CA Combined- Specialized Services (Blind/VI & Deaf/HH) Division Deputy Director Announcement Greetings: The Department of Rehabilitation is currently accepting applications for the Assistant Deputy Director, Specialized Services Division (Exempt) position located in downtown Sacramento. Classification: Assistant Deputy Director, Specialized Services Division (Exempt Level N) Job Location: Sacramento Time Base: Full Time Monthly Salary: $7,961.00 - $8,870.00 Final Filing Date: August 30, 2019 The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to ensure employment, independence and equality for all Californians with disabilities, and ensures individuals with disabilities have the freedom to live as contributing members of society with purpose and dignity. The DOR Core Values are: ? We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities. ? We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity and innovation. ? We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups. ? We pursue excellence through continuous improvement. ? We preserve the public's trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services. The DOR's Central Office location on Capitol Mall is within walking distance of the Golden 1 Center, the State Capitol and a variety of restaurants and shops in downtown Sacramento. We offer a great work environment, fitness center, changing room and showers, bicycle storage, and convenient public transportation. People with disabilities and from language and ethnic distinct communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Assistant Deputy Director Roles and Responsibilities: Appointed by the Governor and under the general direction of the Deputy Director of the Specialized Services Division, the Assistant Deputy Director provides oversight and leadership to the Specialized Services Division. The Assistant Deputy Director is a member of the executive team and will apply and model the core values of DOR as well as the leadership competencies of the California Health and Human Services Agency. The Assistant Deputy Director, in a highly sensitive arena, will advise and assist the Deputy Director of the Specialized Services Division, Chief Deputy Director, and/or the Director in the formulation, evaluation, and implementation, of departmental programs, policies, and procedures; serve as a Division liaison with other state, federal, and local entities; provide executive leadership and guidance to program managers; develop processes to improve DOR's ability to meet and exceed the required federal and state performance measures; advance projects and goals for the Division; and guide the development of policies and procedures governing the Division's programs. The Assistant Deputy Director, in partnership with the Deputy Director of the Specialized Services Division, will provide supportive oversight and leadership of the Blind Field Services District, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Section, Business Enterprises Program, Orientation Center for the Blind, and the Older Individuals who are Blind Program. The Assistant Deputy Director assures the activities and policies of the Division programs are consistent with the Directorate's strategic vision and goals for providing services to individuals with disabilities in California. The Assistant Deputy Director is a member of DOR's executive leadership team along with the Director, Chief Deputy Director, other Deputy Directors and Chief Counsel and has a key role in leadership and administration of the organization. The executive leadership team works together for continuous improvement and to meet the changing needs of the people of the State of California. The ideal candidate's current staff and managers would describe the candidate as having excellent communication skills, as managing change well and being collaborative, responsive, innovative, inspirational, and open to different opinions and cultures. The ideal candidate has a history of critically examining practices and policies, team building, identifying new ways of conducting business through outreach to staff and stakeholders, including advisory bodies, and maximizes limited resources. The ideal candidate will develop innovative strategies to support the various programs and services, succession planning, and the Department's diversity goals. The ideal candidate recognizes that processes, while valuable for efficiency, transparency and accountability, must support sound public policy by allowing flexibility and judgement. Travel is required in order to build and maintain relationships with DOR stakeholders, community partners, and staff. The DOR State Plan and Strategic Plan are available at: www.dor.ca.gov<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dor.ca…>. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, through submission of a Statement of Qualifications, the candidate must demonstrate experience with the following factors, and responses will be used to competitively evaluate each candidate along with the application and resume. Successful candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the Department of Rehabilitation. 1. Experience in programs or activities that demonstrate the applicant's commitment to equality, including the right to employment and independence for individuals with disabilities, particularly those who are blind and visually impaired and deaf and hard of hearing. 2. Knowledge of the barriers that individuals with disabilities, particularly those who are blind and visually impaired and deaf and hard of hearing, encounter in becoming and staying independent. 3. Knowledge of the purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014. 4. Knowledge of and experience with non-profit, private, and public business practices in recruiting personnel. 5. Experience in identifying or inspiring innovative approaches to improvements or to budgetary constraints. 6. Experience collaborating effectively with other professionals across non-profit and public systems towards a shared goal. 7. Experience managing a budget. 8. Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and direct subordinate managers in the overall operations of the division. Knowledge and Abilities Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy- influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities. 1. Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, including the budget process, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; and principles and practices of policy formulation and development. 2. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multi-disciplinary professionals and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; and develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the Legislature, and the Executive Branch. Application Information Screening for the position will begin on September 3, 2019. If you are interested in the position, please contact Gurmeena Rai at 916 558-5800 or Gurmeena.Rai at dor.ca.gov<mailto:Gurmeena.Rai at dor.ca.gov>, and provide Gurmeena with your interest. Additionally, interested candidates should submit: ? A Standard State Application (STD. 678) ? A resume ? A statement of qualifications The Standard State Application (STD. 678) can be found by copying the following address to your Internet browser: (The address does not function as an electronic link) https://jobs.ca.gov/Profile/StateApplication<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjobs.ca.g…> A "Statement of Qualifications" is a discussion describing how a candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities meet the desirable qualifications and knowledge and abilities required for this position. The statement should be no more than two (2) pages in length single-sided, single-spaced, in 12 point Arial font, with no less than 1" margins. Resumes do not take the place of the "Statement of Qualifications." Representation from various advisory committees and or stakeholder groups may participate in the interview process. All applications will be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be scheduled for an interview. Travel expenses for any interviews are the sole responsibility and at the expense of each candidate. Candidates who advance through the selection process will be invited to submit an application to the Governor's Office. Submit Standard State Application (STD 678), Statement of Qualifications, Resume and questions to: Department of Rehabilitation Attn: Gurmeena Rai 721 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone: (916) 558-5800 E-Mail: Gurmeena.Rai at dor.ca.gov<mailto:Gurmeena.Rai at dor.ca.gov> Carol Pankow | Assistant Commissioner-Workforce Services Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development 1st National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota St., Suite E200, St. Paul MN 55101 Direct: 651-259-7230 Web<http://mn.gov/deed> | Twitter<http://twitter.com/mndeed> | Facebook<http://facebook.com/mndeed> [cid:image003.jpg at 01D5205B.546A8F00]<https://www.mn.gov/deed>

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FW: Job Opening In Baltimore
by ebell＠pdrib.com 26 Aug '19

26 Aug '19

Subject: Job Opening In Baltimore *** Below message is from Melissa Riccobono *** Baltimore City Public Schools is looking for a travel instructor. We would love for any graduates of the LA Tech program to apply! Right now there is no job description posted, but resumes can be sent to Katie Cohen at kcohen at bcps.k12.md.us <mailto:kcohen at bcps.k12.md.us> If anyone has questions, they can also contact me and I will do my best to answer them. MelissaARiccobono at gmail.com <mailto:MelissaARiccobono at gmail.com> Thanks so much for getting the word out about this position! Melissa <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai gn=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient&utm_term=icon> Virus-free. <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai gn=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient&utm_term=link> www.avast.com

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Greetings and Appreciation from Carol Castellano and the NOPBC
by debandjeff＠allophone.com 24 Aug '19

24 Aug '19

Hello Everyone, Carol Castellano ask me to pass along a sincere "thank you" from the her and the NOPBC to all of the instructors that took the time to help out with this years Cane Walk at National Convention. She tells me that the Cane Walk is for many families the highlight of there convention. Your hard work, and willingness to share your skills with these families is truly making a difference. The Cane walk is also one of the highlights of convention for me each year, and I truly appreciate each of you being a part of this event, both for the amazing difference each of you is making in the lives of these young people, and for the demonstration of Federationism and the quality of Structured Discovery instruction your involvement represents. Thank you, Jeff Altman MA NOMCT CVRCB

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FW: Job Opportunity in Nevada-Orientation and Mobility Instructor 2
by ebell＠pdrib.com 14 Aug '19

14 Aug '19

Orientation/Mobility Instructor 2 Recruitment # 37089 Open to: All qualified candidates Closes: When recruitment needs are satisfied Location: Las Vegas If interested, apply on the NEATS/NVAPPS website: https://neats.state.nv.us/NEATS/Recruiting/ViewAnnouncement.aep?recruitmentI d=37089 Best Regards, Larry Coffey, M.S.,COMS Orientation & Mobility Instructor II Bureau of Services to the Blind and Visually Impaired 3016 W. Charleston Blvd. Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV 89102 Office (702) 486-0393 Cell (702) 708-6358 Fax (702) 486-5253 Email: Ldcoffey at detr.nv.org <mailto:Ldcoffey at detr.nv.org>

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Register with JBIR
by ebell＠pdrib.com 08 Aug '19

08 Aug '19

Dear Rehab professional: The Journal of Blindness Innovation and Research (JBIR) is the peer-reviewed, research journal of the National Federation of the Blind. If you are not already subscribed to JBIR, I want to encourage you to do so. If you are on this list, you are a professional in the rehab and/or O&M fields. We need your expertise in your respective field to serve as a peer reviewer to our manuscripts. Having a background in research or academic writing is helpful, but not critical. It is far more important that you have expertise in your specific subject matter and a strong philosophy about good training. In the process of signing up with JBIR, you may select to be included as an author or peer reviewer. I would encourage you to do so. If you are already subscribed, you may be able to update your profile to include yourself in our peer review process. Here is the link for those of you who may be interested. http://nfb-jbir.libraryhost.com/index.php/JBIR/user/register Thank you for your dedication to this effort. 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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Volunteers
by smanuel＠latech.edu 05 Aug '19

05 Aug '19

Good afternoon fellow NOMCs, I am looking forward to conducting my dissertation research study regarding teacher candidates dispositions (attitudes) and self-efficacy beliefs toward blind individuals this fall. I am looking for volunteers who are blind/visually impaired who would be open to phone, email, or video chat interviews during the fall quarter. These interviews will be approximately one hour and the participants (teacher candidates) will have a list of questions to ask related to life as a blind person, school, work, etc. I will ask participants to conduct two interviews. Please email me at smanuel at latech.edu for more information and to provide me with your name and best contact information if you are interested. Thanks for your consideration! Sheena Manuel, TBS/NOMC, NCUEB Outreach Specialist Louisiana Tech University Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness 318-257-4554

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Position Announcement - Rehabilitation Teacher - Springfield, MO
by Michael.A.StJulien＠dss.mo.gov 19 Jul '19

19 Jul '19

Good Afternoon, Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind is currently recruiting for a Rehabilitation Teacher in our Southwest District Office, located in Springfield, MO. For more information please see the attachment. If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact the District Supervisor, Randy Custer, at 417-895-6391. Michael St.Julien Assistant Deputy Director Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind 573-751-4989 (Office) 573-680-4074 (Cell) 573-751-4984 (Fax) michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov<mailto:michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov> "This communication is being transmitted by the Department of Social Services (DSS), and is confidential, privileged, and intended only for the use of the recipient named above. If you are not the intended recipient, unauthorized disclosure, copying, distribution, or use of the contents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, please notify the sender and destroy the material received."

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Cane Travel Instructor Position IN Salt Lake City
by msjenniferkennedy＠gmail.com 16 Jul '19

16 Jul '19

Hello all, Below you will find the job posting for the position in Salt Lake I currently hold and will be vacating at the end of the week. This would be a great opportunity for a fellow NOMC to work with a state agency which recognizes the NBPCB certification and uses shades and the long fiberglass cane regularly. I?m happy to speak with people interested, as would Yadiel Sotomayor who also works in the department. Best, Jennifer Kennedy From: Jennifer Kennedy <jenniferkennedy at utah.gov> Jennifer From: Lisa Smith [mailto:lsmith at utah.gov <mailto:lsmith at utah.gov> ] Sent: Monday, July 15, 2019 11:58 AM To: WS All Service Providers Subject: Public Job Announcement USOR/DSBVI #20550 <http://statejobs.utah.gov/jobseeker/> Position: Cane Travel / Orientation and Mobility Instructor Location: Salt Lake City Supervised by: Adam Rushforth Requisition #: 20550 Closes: Tue. 07/30/19 11:59 PM Mountain Time Details: Full time Schedule B - Career Service + Benefits Salary: $18.16 - $30.42 Hourly DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees. Apply online at: http://statejobs.utah.gov/jobseeker/ -- Lisa Smith Human Resource Analyst II Utah Department of Human Resource Management Field Office - Workforce Services 140 East 300 South | Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Phone: 801-526-4353 | Fax: 801-521-4448 lsmith at utah.gov <mailto:lsmith at utah.gov>

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