THE CAREER EXPERIENCES OF DEAF SUPERVISORS IN EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS: CHOICES, MOBILITY AND NETWORKING A QUALITATIVE STUDY

Authors

Denise Kavin, National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Kim Brown-Kurz,, Independent Consultant, Curriculum Developer & Researcher

Abstract

In this qualitative study, the researchers interviewed eleven deaf and hard of hearing

professionals holding supervisory positions in educational and social service professions regarding factors that have affected their career experiences, specifically regarding choices, mobility, and networking. The respondents shared their experiences navigating the career ladder, including strategies used to move forward in the workplace such as networking and the use of technologies. Common threads such as tokenism and merit, communication access, and self-imposed limitations related to career choices, mobility, and networking were identified and discussed.

Recommended Citation

Kavin, D., & Brown-Kurz,, K. (2008). THE CAREER EXPERIENCES OF DEAF SUPERVISORS IN EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS: CHOICES, MOBILITY AND NETWORKING A QUALITATIVE STUDY. JADARA, 42(1). Retrieved from https://nsuworks.nova.edu/jadara/vol42/iss1/3