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<p class="MsoNormal">Please forward to anyone you think may be a great fit for this position!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Saavi Services for the Blind is seeking a dynamic <b>Career Opportunities Instructor/Developer</b> to join our Phoenix Campus. This role expands employment options for blind adults by building strong employer partnerships, supporting individualized
career development, and opening meaningful pathways to competitive employment.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This position is perfect for someone who believes in high expectations, enjoys relationship\u2011building, and wants to help blind jobseekers confidently pursue their goals.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Position Overview<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Career Opportunities Instructor/Developer connects students with real\u2011world employment experiences through job shadowing, workplace tours, internships, volunteer placements, and competitive job opportunities. The role blends career
instruction with hands-on community outreach and teaches essential job readiness skills such as résumés, interviewing, and workplace expectations.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Key Responsibilities<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Build partnerships with employers and community organizations<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Identify and develop job, internship, and volunteer opportunities<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Teach résumés, interviewing, networking, and job search strategies<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Coordinate job shadowing, informational interviews, and work experiences<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Provide onsite job coaching and early retention support<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Develop individualized career plans and document student progress<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Qualifications<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Bachelor\u2019s degree in Rehabilitation, Disability Studies, Education, Business, or related field<br>
OR equivalent experience in employment services or disability-related career development<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Strong communication and relationship\u2011building skills<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Ability to advocate for blind jobseekers and promote high expectations<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Knowledge of Structured Discovery preferred<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Salary & Benefits<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Salary Range: </b>$45,000\u2013$60,000 annually (based on experience)<br>
SAAVI offers health, vision, and dental insurance; 401(k) with employer match; generous vacation and flexible holidays; and robust professional development opportunities. If you are excited about expanding employment opportunities for blind adults, we\u2019d love
to meet you.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Apply by sending your résumé and cover letter to: Joanne Williams - jwilliams@saavi.us</b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>Joanne Williams, M.A., NOMC, NCRTB</i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Chief People Officer<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>SAAVI Services for the Blind</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u>3350 E. Grant Road</u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u>Tucson, AZ 85716</u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Office: <u>520-795-1331 ext. 333</u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Email: <u> <a href="mailto:jgabias@saavi.us"><span style="color:blue">jwilliams@saavi.us</span></a></u><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span lang="EN-GB">Expect more,</span></i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span lang="EN-GB">Achieve more,</span></i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span lang="EN-GB">Become more!</span></i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="http://www.saavi.us/"><span style="color:blue">www.saavi.us</span></a></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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