From dandrews at visi.com Fri Jan 6 09:06:37 2012 From: dandrews at visi.com (David Andrews) Date: Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:06:37 -0600 Subject: [Ccb-alumni] Summer Jobs BLIND, Inc., Minneapolis Message-ID: Job Openings Buddy Counselor Dates: July 9, 2012 through August 10, 2012 We at BLIND, Incorporated are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic individuals to work as counselors in our Buddy Program. This program serves children ages 9-13. Applicants must be able to serve as role models, and understand and share our positive philosophy regarding blindness. These individuals must be skilled in the non-visual alternative techniques of blindness that we teach at our training center. While being a graduate of an NFB center is not a requirement, they should have the same level of skill, self-confidence, and independence that we expect from our graduates. Required Skills: ? enjoy working with children ? be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisor ? possess patience and the ability to work as part of a team ? enjoy teaching ? ability to read and write Braille ? proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheets, , the internet, and email using either the JAWS, VoiceOver, or Window-Eyes screen readers ? Ability to write clear and concise reports on student progress Note: All applicants must pass a background check. For more information, contact Charlene Guggisberg, Youth & Special Programs Coordinator, at 1-800-597-9558 ext. 251 or email a cover letter and resume to cguggisberg at blindinc.org. Job Openings PREP (formerly Life 101) Program Counselor Dates: June 4, 2012 through August 10, 2012 We at BLIND, Incorporated are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic individuals to work as counselors in our PREP (Post-secondary Readiness & Empowerment) Program. This program serves teenagers aged 14-17. The counselors must be able to serve as role models, and understand and share our positive philosophy regarding blindness. These individuals must be skilled in the non-visual alternative techniques of blindness that we teach at our training center. While being a graduate of an NFB center is not a requirement, they should have the same level of skill, self-confidence, and independence that we expect from our graduates. Required Skills: ? enjoy working with teenagers ? be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisor ? possess patience and the ability to work as part of a team ? enjoy teaching ? Ability to read and write Braille ? proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheets, , the internet, and email using either the JAWS, VoiceOver, or Window-Eyes screen readers ? ability to write clear and concise reports on student progress Note: All applicants must pass a background check. For more information, contact Charlene Guggisberg, Youth & Special Programs Coordinator, at 1-800-597-9558 ext. 251 or email a cover letter and resume to cguggisberg at blindinc.org. From JKTomasell at aol.com Sun Jan 15 00:38:57 2012 From: JKTomasell at aol.com (JKTomasell at aol.com) Date: Sat, 14 Jan 2012 19:38:57 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Ccb-alumni] Invite to the NFBC SF Chapter's January 2012 Meeting Message-ID: <21eb9.21276fc8.3c437a21@aol.com> Come one, Come all! The San Francisco Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California would like to extend an open AND FRIENDLY invitation to all whom are interested to join us for our monthly chapter meeting. Who: The membership and officers of the San Francisco chapter of the National Federation of the blind of California (NFBC SF Chapter) When: SaturdayJanuary 21, 2012 from 1-3 pm. Where: The San Francisco Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired 214 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102 (415)431-1481. Why: to discuss matters of concern, share stories and experiences, as well as become more socially connected to other blind and visually impaired persons in the San Francisco bay area. How: Just show up! - We are located Between Grove and Hays near San Francisco City Hall. We are accessible by SF muni lines 47, 49, 31 and F Market. Also accessible via BART and Muni metro subway lines at Civic Center station At our upcoming meeting we will have: Discussions about current chapter business, updates on current organizational, and state Affiliate goings-ons. If you have any questions about the NFBC San Francisco Chapter please contact our chapter president Eric Holm either at (415)425-5613 or at ericholm at att.net. We welcome your presence, energy, ideas and enthusiasm; and look forward to seeing you at our next NFBC San Francisco chapter meeting!!!! Sincerely, Jaime Tomasello, Secretary of the NFBC San Francisco Chapter From JKTomasell at aol.com Wed Jan 18 21:05:25 2012 From: JKTomasell at aol.com (JKTomasell at aol.com) Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:05:25 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Ccb-alumni] Invite to the NFBC SF Chapter's January Meeting Message-ID: <1ad36.15aa2294.3c488e15@aol.com> Come one, Come all! The San Francisco Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California would like to extend an open AND FRIENDLY invitation to all whom are interested to join us for our monthly chapter meeting. Who: The membership and officers of the San Francisco chapter of the National Federation of the blind of California (NFBC SF Chapter) When: SaturdayJanuary 21, 2012 from 1-3 pm. Where: The San Francisco Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired 214 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102 (415)431-1481. Why: to discuss matters of concern, share stories and experiences, as well as become more socially connected to other blind and visually impaired persons in the San Francisco bay area. How: Just show up! - We are located Between Grove and Hays near San Francisco City Hall. We are accessible by SF muni lines 47, 49, 31 and F Market. Also accessible via BART and Muni metro subway lines at Civic Center station At our upcoming meeting we will have: Discussions about current chapter business, updates on current organizational, and state Affiliate goings-ons. If you have any questions about the NFBC San Francisco Chapter please contact our chapter president Eric Holm either at (415)425-5613 or at ericholm at att.net. We welcome your presence, energy, ideas and enthusiasm; and look forward to seeing you at our next NFBC San Francisco chapter meeting!!!! Sincerely, Jaime Tomasello, Secretary of the NFBC San Francisco Chapter