Serves as content specialist for identified area of specialization for curriculum planning, development, and implementation within the Kendall Demonstration Elementary School (KDES) and the Model Secondary School for the Deaf (MSSD) at the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center (the Clerc Center); supports standards-based curriculum development including standards-based curriculum alignment process; ensures all aspects of curriculum are aligned to content standards of identified state; provides training and technical assistance to teachers with the development and provision of instructional and formative and summative assessment strategies to support the academic skill development of students; provides training and technical assistance to teachers with differentiating instruction so that all students have the opportunity to access the standards-based curriculum; coordinates textbook selection and acquisition processes including conducting analysis of materials fit to standards; designs and/or supports professional development opportunities for teachers including professional learning communities.

Master’s degree in education, curriculum development, or related field. Minimum five years successful teaching experience in identified content area. Knowledge of K-12 curriculum in content area of specialization. Experience serving students with a range of academic skills and abilities including students with secondary disabilities. Ability to effectively communicate knowledge and skills to instructional staff; demonstrated ability to manage work, set priorities, and evaluate progress toward outcome. Demonstrated ability to make and follow-through with short- and long-term plans; proven organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with individuals and groups; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Computer skills sufficient to meet primary responsibilities. Must perform with a high degree of independence. Fluency to engage in high-level academic discussions with teachers and students in American Sign Language required at the time of employment. CANDIDATE SELECTED WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO AND PAY FOR A SUITABILITY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

Identify and cultivate external partnership opportunities for program development and cross-divisional projects. Establish and manage a steering committee comprised of external and internal stakeholders for the Innovation Lab and related projects. Provide writing support to Program Development for marketing materials and grants. Collaborate with Academic Affairs on projects designed to recruit and retain honors, mainstreamed and cochlear-implanted students.

Master’s degree in business, administration, writing, journalism, or related field. Minimum three years experience in operational support, strategic planning, business development functions, and/or public relations. Experience writing marketing materials, articles, web content and /or presentations. Demonstrated ability to write grant requests. Computer skills (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). Experience conducting projects with minimum of supervision. Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work with a diverse population of deaf and hard of hearing people. American Sign Language skills required.

Manages all early intervention initiatives and the operations of the Cochlear Implant Education Center (CIEC) at the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center (the Clerc Center) and provides leadership in fulfilling its national mission initiatives; supervises all CIEC personnel; and serves as a content expert on matters related to cochlear implant education, early intervention and early identification. Leads the Cochlear Implant Education Center including the planning, development and implementation of all initiatives; responsible for all budget and financial planning and oversight related to the CIEC; and oversees the on-site programming for students with implants at KDES and MSSD. Serves as the primary liaison with local and national partners related to cochlear implant education, early identification and infant screenings; and leads our national outreach initiatives related to the CIEC including identifying and implementing research efforts and networking with medical and educational programs throughout the nation.

Master's degree in Education of the Deaf, Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, or a related field. Five years experience working with deaf children and their families. Five years supervisory experience. In-depth understanding of issues and practices related to educational programming for students with cochlear implants. Strong organizational skills. Excellent writing skills. Experience speaking to a variety of audiences. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups of professionals and families. American Sign Language skills required. CANDIDATE SELECTED WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO AND PAY FOR A SUITABILITY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

Provides project leadership, management, and oversight for compliance related initiatives in the Dean’s Office; works collaboratively with the Dean’s Office and Clerc Center staff to develop, prepare and disseminate reports and compliance guide; manages production of annual reports required by the federal government concerning the Clerc Center’s fulfillment of national mission mandates; supervises and coordinates high level meeting logistics and related materials and reports; works closely with the Dean’s Office staff and Executive Director to ensure compliance with all legal requirements of the Clerc Center including the Education of the Deaf Act, all finance and audit requirements, and human resource regulations; manages the work of the Dean’s Office including task management, work load distribution, deadlines, and workflow.

Master’s degree in education, communication, counseling, educational administration or related field and minimum of three years related experience. (Bachelor’s degree and extensive related experience may be substituted.) Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to create and follow through with long and short-term plans. Demonstrated ability to handle complex tasks. Proficiency with a variety of computer programs, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of current trends in education, including effective practices in general education and the education of deaf and hard of hearing students. Fluency in American Sign Language at time of application. CANDIDATE SELECTED WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO AND PAY FOR A SUITABILITY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

Provides direct psychological counseling and preventive mental health services to Gallaudet students and community clients; supervises and participates in the training of Gallaudet graduate students and others in the field of mental health.

Master's degree in mental health counseling or social work and licensed or license-eligible in the District of Columbia. Two years experience in mental health counseling with deaf and hard of hearing individuals (experience in related fields may be considered). Ability to apply or adapt theories, principles and practices in counseling to deaf and hard of hearing persons. Knowledge of the educational, psychological, social and vocational implications of deafness. Ability to work with the range and types of problems encountered in a mental health setting. Fluency in sign language required at time of application. CANDIDATE SELECTED WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO A SUITABILITY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

Under the direction of the Clerc Center Director of Instruction, the Principal serves as the chief instructional leader of the model high school that serves deaf and hard of hearing students from grades 9 to 12; Leads the standards, curriculum, and assessment plan for MSSD; supervises and evaluates the Assistant Principals, Operations Coordinator, and various other teachers/staff; maintains the MSSD school budget.

Master's degree in deaf education, educational administration or a related field. At least four years experience in an educational program. Experience working with deaf and hard of hearing students in a classroom setting. Experience in an educational leadership role (assistant principal, lead teacher, curriculum coordinator, content specialist, etc.). Excellent knowledge of classroom instructional methods, educational programming, and effective school administration practices and techniques. School administrator license/credentials (or willingness to pursue principal certification). Evidence of ability to work and communicate with diverse groups of people for the optimum benefit of the educational program. Excellent writing communication skills. Fluency in American Sign Language required. CANDIDATE SELECTED WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO AND PAY FOR A SUITABILITY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. Expected starting date: June/July 2010.

Provides high-level, confidential interpreting services for the Gallaudet community in a variety of situations including graduate, undergraduate and continuing education classes, workshops, seminars, platform presentations, media events, legal and medical meetings, conferences, and Video Relay Service.

High school diploma or GED required. Minimum of six years professional interpreting experience of which five years are post- certification. High visual platform and team interpreting experience required including microphone voicing. CSC, CI/CT, NAD IV or V, or NIC, CDI certification required by time of hire. Demonstrated fluency in American Sign Language including excellent expressive and receptive skills. Candidate should have an area of expertise (e.g., legal, medical, technical, computer interpreting experience). Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the ability to interpret Level 2- to Level 3+ assignments, including the ability to interpret in high profile situations with a low tolerance for interpreting error as determined by a GIS skills assessment. Applicants are expected to provide a resume or application and a profile of professional interpreting experience (e.g., types of interpreting situations, mentorship/practicum supervision, personal presentations, workshops, classes, published articles). Income supported

Provides confidential interpreting service for the Gallaudet University Video Relay Service (VRS) Center including training, excellent sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign interpreting services.

High school diploma or GED required. Minimum three years professional interpreting and experience (e.g., classroom, workshop, seminar). Demonstrated fluency in American Sign Language, excellent expressive and receptive skills, and good understanding of deaf culture. Part-time regular; 20 hours per week. Income supported

Maintains the safety and security of the entire campus community and protects all University property.

Associate’s degree and experience in public service or public safety, or a high school diploma or GED and one year related experience may be considered. Formal training in law enforcement, safety and security (on-the-job training may be considered). Ability to satisfactorily pass a suitability background investigation, physical examination and drug screening for employment. The ability to obtain DC Metropolitan security guard license within the first month of employment. Valid driver’s license required. Must be able to be contacted by telephone and/or email. Willingness to work varying days and shifts as well as holidays and weekends. Excellent references required. In accordance with University policy and laws of the District of Columbia and/or licensing bodies, employees in positions involving public safety may be periodically tested for use of illicit drugs. Sign language skills or the successful completion of at least two progressive courses in sign language in the first year of employment and the ability to sign and read 300 law enforcement and related signs. Deadline: November 20, 2009

Gallaudet University serves deaf and hard of hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply for open positions.

1.Earned a doctorate degree or currently enrolled in a doctorate program in a language-related field required. Candidates with master’s degree and willingness to pursue terminal degree will be considered.*
2.Demonstrated excellence in teaching American Sign Language / English interpretation.
3.Knowledge and skills in pedagogy and content relevant to interpreting education.
4.Excellent American Sign Language (ASL) skills required, including the ability to lecture and conduct daily departmental business in ASL, at the time of application.
5.Evidence of scholarly activity and service in the field of sign language interpretation and or sign language linguistics.
6.Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
7.R.I.D., NAD, AVLIC or ASLTA certifications or documented equivalent for international applicants.

* To be considered for tenure at Gallaudet University, a candidate must possess a terminal degree; an applicant who lacks a terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) may be required to spend up to three years in a pre-tenure track position before becoming eligible for a tenure-track position.

1.Teaching undergraduate and /or graduate courses in the BA and MA Programs in Interpretation.
2.Supervise students; provide academic advising and professional mentoring.
3.Engage in scholarly activities and research and program development in interpretation.
4.Participate in department and university faculty activities and professional service.
5.Other duties as assigned by the Chair.

Rank and Salary: Instructor or Assistant Professor or higher. Rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Appointment will be for regular nine-month academic year.

Starting Date: August 2010

Application Deadline: February 15th. Screening of applications will continue until the position(s) are filled.

Send a letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts of graduate work, three letters of reference demonstrating quality of interpreting experience, teaching interpretation and/or American Sign Language, and scholarly activity to:

Application Information:
The Department of Interpretation Search Committee
Attention: Dr. Melanie Metzger, Search Committee Chair
Gallaudet University, Department of Interpretation
800 Florida Ave. KCH Room 3103
Washington, DC 20002
email: Melanie.metzger@gallaudet.edu
Telephone: 202-651-5149 V/VP
Fax: 202-651-5172

TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION AND
Co-SCIENCE DIRECTOR: SCIENCE OF LEARNING CENTER ON VISUAL LANGUAGE AND VISUAL LEARNING (2 positions)

(These two positions replace one previously posted as a tenure track faculty position and Science Director of the Visual Language and Visual Learning Center (VL2). Two co-Science Directors are now being recruited. ASL fluency and knowledge of Deaf Culture are required for one of the two positions.)

Gallaudet University seeks two full time tenure track faculty members who will be assigned to one of the following departments, depending on experience and qualifications: (Psychology, Linguistics, Education, or ASL-Deaf Studies). In addition to teaching at least one course per year and developing a curriculum for an interdisciplinary PhD in the cognitive neuroscience of visual language and visual learning, the incumbents' primary responsibilities will be to serve as co-Science Directors for the Science of Learning Center (SLC) on Visual Language and Visual Learning (VL2), one of six national SLCs funded by the National Science Foundation. The purpose of VL2 is to gain a greater understanding of the biological, cognitive, linguistic, sociocultural and pedagogical conditions that influence the acquisition of language and knowledge through the visual modality. Gallaudet seeks two senior faculty members who will bring an established agenda of groundbreaking research to the Gallaudet campus and the VL2 center in areas that are compatible with the work of VL2. As the Center’s co-Science Directors, the incumbents will work alongside the PI in overseeing the scientific activities of the Center. They will work closely with the Center Initiative Directors and Affiliated Researchers to ensure that the scientific achievements of the Center are at the highest caliber and consistent with the evolving theoretical framework of the Center. The incumbents will also play an integral role in the educational activities of the Center and the University and will participate in University efforts to realize an increased level of research and knowledge creation, as mandated in the University’s recently adopted long-range strategic plan.

1.Ph.D. in Linguistics, Psychology, Education, Cognitive Neuroscience or a related field.
2. Distinguished publication and grant record.
3. Significant experience as a faculty member at a University commensurate with an appointment to the rank of Associate or Full Professor
4. A demonstrated commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, team-based research.
5. An understanding of and commitment to the existing VL2 Research and Organizational Initiatives as starting points in what will continue to be a dynamic, evolving research and research-practice integration agenda.
6. At least one of the two co-Science Directors will possess fluency in ASL and knowledge of Deaf culture at the time of hire. (Tenure at Gallaudet requires the achievement of Level 2.5 on the ASL Proficiency Interview.)

1. Teach at least one course per year in an area of expertise.
2. Work with home department, collaborating departments, and VL2 partner institutions to develop a VL2 curriculum, including an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in the cognitive neuroscience of visual language and visual learning.
3. Conduct a program of research that contributes significantly to the mission of VL2 and the University.
4. Co-direct the science agenda of VL2, working closely with the VL2 PI, Initiative Directors, and Affiliated Researchers.
5. Serve on the VL2 Scientific Management Team (SMT), comprised of the PI, the co-Science Directors, the Administrative Director and the Research and Organizational Initiative leaders. Together, the SMT sets the overall research agenda of the center and provides leadership to over 30 ongoing, interdisciplinary research studies. Researchers at 10 different Universities, including two international universities, carry out these studies and participate in the shared governance structure of the Center.

Rank and salary: Associate or Full Professor. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications. Credit for time in rank and progress toward tenure may be awarded at the time of hire, depending on qualifications. The position is a full time 11-month faculty appointment, with an additional 1 month granted for the responsibilities required to effectively direct the scientific activities of VL2.

Preferred starting date: January 15, 2010.

Application deadline: We will begin reviewing applications on October 15, 2009. We will continue to receive and review applications until the position is filled.

To apply: Send a letter of application, curriculum vita, and contact information for three references to:

Dr. Thomas E. Allen, PI
Science of Learning Center on Visual Language and Visual learning
Gallaudet University
Sorenson Language and Communication Center, #1223
Gallaudet University
800 Florida Avenue, NE
Washington, DC. 20002

VL2 website: http://vl2.gallaudet.edu

Gallaudet University serves deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing members of traditionally underrepresented group, people with disabilities, women and veterans to apply for open positions.

Model Secondary School for the Deaf
American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher

The Model Secondary School for the Deaf (MSSD) is recruiting for an American Sign Language Teacher. MSSD is located on the beautiful 100-acre campus of Gallaudet University, in our nation’s capitol.

Requires a Master’s degree in Deaf Education, bilingual education, education of the deaf or a related field with specific coursework in ASL Linguistics and language development and assessment. (if your Master’s degree is in Deaf Education, your Bachelor Degree or certification showing ASL course work required). Teaching experience in ASL required; knowledge and experience in innovative teaching practices; planning, implementing and researching units of instruction, projects and daily lesson plans. Experience in teaching multi-level groups of students. Excellent command of written English required. Fluency in American Sign Language required.

*The Clerc Center is currently in the process of adopting teacher certification standards for all KDES and MSSD teachers, in compliance with No Child Left Behind expectations. Once these policies are approved, all teachers (including new hires) will be required to comply by obtaining and maintaining a valid teacher certification/license. At this time, the Clerc Center is encouraging all teachers to take the Praxis I exam, as well as content area and deaf education Praxis II exams.

Other Information: Applicants selected for interviews take a 30-minute writing test (testing English grammar). Applicants accepting job offers are required to undergo and pay for a background investigation.

Planning, implementing and researching effective instructional practices that maximize student learning; accountable for student achievement; develops instructional plans/units that incorporate the national mission priorities of literacy, transition, and family involvement; collaborates with other educators in the department to provide an effective instructional program; documents and monitors student progress; communicates with families regarding student progress; maintains professional growth; accountable for student safety; engages in action research for continuous improvement of instruction.

Appointment/Salary: 194 workdays over 10-months (salary spread over 12 months) if you work a full academic year; however, salary/work days will be prorated for a start date after the opening of school. Salary is commensurate with educational degree and experience.

Send a letter of interest, a completed Gallaudet University Application Form, an up-to-date resume, copies of all certifications to teach American Sign Language and Deaf Education, copies of Praxis I and II results, official transcripts of all degrees, three (3) current and signed letters of recommendation (from supervisors who know about your teaching ability) to Ms. Fallstone at the following address: Contact information:




Ms. Hollie Fallstone
Gallaudet University – KDES room 3201
800 Florida Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002

Hollie.Fallstone@gallaudet.edu
866-970-4252 VP
202-651-5457 (FAX)

Gallaudet University Application Form link:
http://af.gallaudet.edu/pdf/employment7f.doc

To view the current pay schedule and to obtain a copy of the job description, send an email to
Hollie.Fallstone@gallaudet.edu

EEO Statement: Gallaudet University serves deaf and hard of hearing students from many different backgrounds and seeks to develop a workforce that reflects the diversity of its student body. Gallaudet is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively encourages deaf, hard of hearing, members of traditionally underrepresented groups, people with disabilities, women and veterans to apply for open positions.