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Now Hiring: Nonvisual Skills Instructor – Home Management (Phoenix)
by Joanne Williams 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

Please forward to anyone you think may be a good fit for this position! 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(a)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(a)saavi.us<mailto:jgabias@saavi.us> Expect more, Achieve more, Become more! www.saavi.us<http://www.saavi.us/>

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FW: Hoopono- Rehabilitation Teacher Positions
by Edward Bell 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

FYI, Job announcements in Hawaii. From: Abe, Gavan <GAbe(a)dhs.hawaii.gov> Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2026 12:45 PM To: Abe, Gavan <GAbe(a)dhs.hawaii.gov> Subject: Hoopono- Rehabilitation Teacher Positions Good morning, Please share these job postings for two open positions for Rehabilitation Teacher for the Blind which is based on Oahu and is specific to our Older Individuals Who Are Blind Program. Below are links to the Department of Human Resource Development who is handling these two recruitments. Thank you, Gavan https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hawaii/jobs/5308518/rehabilitation-te acher-for-the-blind-iii-oahu https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hawaii/jobs/5308547/rehabilitation-te acher-for-the-blind-ii-oahu Gavan Abe Branch Administrator DHS/Division of Vocational Rehabilitation/ Ho'opono Services for the Blind 1901 Bachelot Street Honolulu, Hawaii 96817 Phone 808-586-5275 Fax 808-586-5361 Email <mailto:gabe@dhs.hawaii.gov> gabe(a)dhs.hawaii.gov Web <https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/vr/> https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/vr/ Check out Ho'opono's <http://www.youtube.com/@gavanabe9569> YouTube Page <https://www.facebook.com/hooponoservicesfortheblind/> Click Here to view our Ho'opono Facebook Page NOTICE: This information and attachments are intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged and/or confidential. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited and may be punishable under state and federal law. If you have received this communication and/or attachments in error, please notify the sender via email immediately and destroy all electronic and paper copies.

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FW: sdteaching@lists.nbpcb.org post from jimorris0116@gmail.com requires approval
by admin＠nbpcb.org 21 Apr '26

21 Apr '26

Jimmy, I released your posted message on the SD Teaching listserve. Best, MM NBPCB Office PO Box 2373 Ruston LA 71273 318 299-7340 admin(a)nbpcb.org www.nbpcb.org Click here to verify the status of NBPCB certified professionals Sign up for the Structured Discovery Announcement mailing list here. -----Original Message----- From: sdteaching-owner(a)lists.nbpcb.org <sdteaching-owner(a)lists.nbpcb.org> Sent: Monday, April 20, 2026 5:59 PM To: sdteaching-owner(a)lists.nbpcb.org Subject: sdteaching(a)lists.nbpcb.org post from jimorris0116(a)gmail.com requires approval As list administrator, your authorization is requested for the following mailing list posting: List: sdteaching(a)lists.nbpcb.org From: jimorris0116(a)gmail.com Subject: Structured Discovery Upcoming Training The message is being held because: The message comes from a moderated member At your convenience, visit your dashboard to approve or deny the request.

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Structure Discovery Upcoming Training
by jimorris0116＠gmail.com 20 Apr '26

20 Apr '26

Structured Discovery Professionals Training As part of our ongoing commitment to professional development, the Trainers Committee for Structured Discovery (TCSD) Education Subcommittee is pleased to invite you to an upcoming 2-part presentation hosted by our Louisiana Tech graduate students on the history and evolution of Orientation and Mobility (O&M) and the development of key terminology within Structured Discovery. This session is designed for anyone interested in deepening their historical grounding, sharpening shared language, and supporting the next generation of instructors. During this presentation, our graduate students will explore: * A concise historical overview of O&M, including major shifts in philosophy and practice. * The emergence and growth of Structured Discovery, with attention to its roots, influences, and defining features. * Core terminology used in Structured Discovery, why it matters, and how consistent language strengthens instruction and advocacy. * Reflections from new practitioners-in-training on learning, applying, and communicating these concepts. This presentation is part of their graduate preparation and offers a valuable opportunity for community dialogue, shared learning, and professional connection among Structured Discovery practitioners. Date: Part 1: Thursday May 7th, 2026 Part 2: Tuesday May 12th,2026 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Eastern Presenter: Louisiana Tech graduate students Please click the link below to register for the event 5th, 2026: https://nbpcb.org/guestreg Registration is required to attend this meeting and to receive CEUs. The Zoom link will be distributed after registration is completed. Registration Deadline: May 5th, 2026 We hope you can join us for this important, informative, and confidence-building training! Warm Regards, Jimmy Morris MA, NOMCT

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Looking for Ideas Regarding making locating Bus Stops more Accessible
by debandjeff＠allophone.com 20 Apr '26

20 Apr '26

Hello Everyone, Mark Coleman, a student in the Master's Certificate program at LATech, is looking for ideas regarding effective methods of modifying bus stops, at low cost, to make locating them easier for blind pedestrians, especially in unfamiliar places. I will share your responses with him, until he is able to become a member of the list serve. Thank you, Jeff

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