Saavi Services for the Blind is seeking a mission‑driven Nonvisual Skills Instructor – Home Management to join our Phoenix Campus. This role supports blind students as they build confidence, independence, and strong nonvisual skills for managing their daily lives using Structured Discovery principles.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on teaching, modeling nonvisual problem‑solving, and helping students learn that everyday challenges have workable solutions.
Position Overview
The Nonvisual Skills Instructor – Home Management provides individual and multi-student instruction in cooking, cleaning, budgeting, organization, and home management skills. Instruction takes place in the training center, student apartments, and community settings, emphasizing independence, skill transfer, and high expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach nonvisual home management and independent living skills
- Reinforce cane travel, braille, technology, and problem‑solving throughout instruction
- Provide instruction in kitchens, homes, and community environments
- Support student confidence, independence, and age‑appropriate social development
- Maintain training documentation and communicate regularly with the instructional team
- Serve as a role model demonstrating strong nonvisual skills and positive blindness philosophy
Qualifications
- Certification (NBPCB or ACVREP), related degree, or 3+ years Structured Discovery experience
- Demonstrated positive philosophy of blindness
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Willingness to complete SAAVI blindness immersion training
Compensation & Professional Development
Salary Range: $45,000–$64,000 annually (based on experience)
SAAVI offers health, vision, and dental insurance; 401(k) with employer match; generous vacation and flexible holidays; and robust professional development opportunities.
Join Our Mission
If you are passionate about teaching home management skills and empowering blind students through nonvisual instruction, we encourage you to apply.
Conditions & Requirements
- Some evenings and weekends as needed
- RSA background check and DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License if driving for SAAVI
If you are passionate about teaching home management skills and supporting blind students in achieving independence, we would love to hear from you.
Apply by submitting your résumé and cover letter to:
Joanne Williams – jwilliams@saavi.us
All the best,
Joanne Williams, M.A., NOMC, NCRTB
Chief People Officer
SAAVI Services for the Blind
3350 E. Grant Road
Tucson, AZ 85716
Office: 520-795-1331 ext. 333
Email: jwilliams@saavi.us