Need help to get POINT across about being hearing impaired when applying for jobs...

[Freedom]

First, I think I caught a typo for you:

"and if interested into having a interview with me, a in-person interview would be best to communicate with me. Please e-mail me to know further details if you are interested."

s/b

and if interested in having an interview with me, an in-person . . . . Please email me to arrange further details if you are interested.

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So back to your original comment. "Hard of hearing" means different things to different people. It "could" mean you are age 60 or an older person and that is a whole different issue being thrown in there.

Why not just say "I am deaf, and although I do have a cochlear implant, telephone calls are very difficult and frustrating for me and the other person. An in-person interview is best for all concerned."

Just one idea.

[Karen]

I agree with Sandra (Freedom), I am "hard of hearing" in that I am deaf on one side, but the phone works fine for me, because I use my other ear. In most situations, people would never know.

Saying "I am deaf, but do have a cochlear implant, so I can function perfectly well in most situations. Please contact my by email, as answering machines are one of the things that the cochlear implant does not help much with."

Being deaf should not dissuade people, in fact, it would look well for their business in terms of the ADA. "Hard of hearing" is far more nebulous.

Also, I hope you do modify your cover letter to add specifics about each company you apply to, so you will stand out as someone who has done her homework.

[Twisterdog]

So back to your original comment. "Hard of hearing" means different things to different people. It "could" mean you are age 60 or an older person and that is a whole different issue being thrown in there.

Why not just say "I am deaf, and although I do have a cochlear implant, telephone calls are very difficult and frustrating for me and the other person. An in-person interview is best for all concerned."

Just one idea.

Agreed.

[Cataholic]

I was not implying you are or should be ashamed of being hearing impaired. I was thinking about the horribley competitive job market and that any thing that makes an employer hesitate means an opportunity missed.

[kitten645]

I completely agree with Cataholic.
As someone who has job openings to fill on a regular basis, I get hit with 300+ resumes at a time. I HAVE to make snap decisions and quickly too. I imediately eliminate poor grammar, typos, unprofessional looking replies (including email addresses. Though I don't have any problem with what server anyone uses...its just "cutsiepoopsie@aol doesn't make for many points.) I also eliminate "blanket resumes" when it's clear they are just sending resumes to everyone!
Do the extra leg work of using the person's name and not just HR Dept. Courtesy also goes a long way. I think "Please email me with a good time we can meet." would get your point across. I'm not crazy about the "if you are interested" phrase. Sounds like you are looking for them to come to you. I think a more proactive phrasing would be stronger.
Good luck I know it sucks to be looking for work and must be even more so with your challenges. Keep the faith! Somewhere there's a perfect match for you.